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What documentation is required by the lawyer for court proceedings when the pregnancy reaches week 25?
What documentation is required by the lawyer for court proceedings when the pregnancy reaches week 25?
- Informed consent, medical consent form, power of attorney, and letter from the clinic (correct)
- Birth certificate and proof of residence
- Resume and background check
- Financial statement and insurance details
What should the intended parents do before the baby's birth at the notary's office?
What should the intended parents do before the baby's birth at the notary's office?
- Create a financial plan for the baby's future
- Prepare a medical history report
- Submit a request for a birth certificate
- Join the surrogate mother to sign all final documentation (correct)
How often should informed consent be signed until pregnancy is confirmed?
How often should informed consent be signed until pregnancy is confirmed?
- Every month
- Only once
- Every week
- Every 90-100 days (correct)
What happens if there is a change in the surrogate mother?
What happens if there is a change in the surrogate mother?
What might hinder the completion of the surrogacy journey in Argentina?
What might hinder the completion of the surrogacy journey in Argentina?
What is one of the primary purposes of having all necessary paperwork during the surrogacy journey?
What is one of the primary purposes of having all necessary paperwork during the surrogacy journey?
Which item is NOT typically included in the documentation for egg donation surrogacy?
Which item is NOT typically included in the documentation for egg donation surrogacy?
What type of report is required for the documentation in frozen embryo/sperm shipping?
What type of report is required for the documentation in frozen embryo/sperm shipping?
Which of the following must be double-checked before sending to intended parents?
Which of the following must be double-checked before sending to intended parents?
What is the role of Dr. Sebastian Neuspiller in the surrogacy process?
What is the role of Dr. Sebastian Neuspiller in the surrogacy process?
What document verifies the medical status of the surrogate during pregnancy supervision?
What document verifies the medical status of the surrogate during pregnancy supervision?
Which of the following items must be provided by the lawyers for documentation?
Which of the following items must be provided by the lawyers for documentation?
During which week of pregnancy must the support letter from the IVF doctor be provided?
During which week of pregnancy must the support letter from the IVF doctor be provided?
What is included in the documentation for frozen embryo surrogacy with shipped sperm?
What is included in the documentation for frozen embryo surrogacy with shipped sperm?
Which of the following best describes a surrogacy agreement?
Which of the following best describes a surrogacy agreement?
What should be assessed if there are concerns about the surrogate's mental capacity?
What should be assessed if there are concerns about the surrogate's mental capacity?
What is the role of the lead for safeguarding children during the surrogacy process?
What is the role of the lead for safeguarding children during the surrogacy process?
Which document must be finalized during the Zoom notary meeting?
Which document must be finalized during the Zoom notary meeting?
What must intended parents provide during the consent form process?
What must intended parents provide during the consent form process?
What is required before the surrogate mother can proceed to embryo transfer?
What is required before the surrogate mother can proceed to embryo transfer?
What needs to happen 7 days before the expected due date of the surrogate?
What needs to happen 7 days before the expected due date of the surrogate?
What does the import permission document indicate?
What does the import permission document indicate?
What is NOT included in the medical documentation during pregnancy supervision for the surrogate?
What is NOT included in the medical documentation during pregnancy supervision for the surrogate?
What aspect of the surrogate's care must healthcare staff consider?
What aspect of the surrogate's care must healthcare staff consider?
What happens during the first step of the surrogacy process?
What happens during the first step of the surrogacy process?
What is required from both the surrogate and the intended parents at the notary meeting?
What is required from both the surrogate and the intended parents at the notary meeting?
How is the surrogacy agreement treated in terms of legal enforceability?
How is the surrogacy agreement treated in terms of legal enforceability?
Study Notes
Surrogacy Journey Paperwork
- Essential paperwork protects rights of intended parents and surrogates.
- Documentation includes medical records and agreements related to medical procedures.
- Accurate collection of medical forms is crucial throughout the surrogacy process.
- Specific paperwork varies based on the type of surrogacy: Egg donation surrogacy or Frozen embryo/sperm shipping.
Documentation Required for Egg Donation Surrogacy
- Sperm freezing report required if sperm is frozen.
- Signed medical agreement with fertility clinic is necessary.
- IVF report documenting in vitro fertilization details.
- PGT-A report, which is the preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy.
- Embryo transfer and thaw protocols, needed for each transfer.
- Pregnancy confirmation test to verify successful conception.
- Ultrasound report including a photo of the surrogate.
- Comprehensive medical and lab tests for surrogate monitoring during pregnancy.
- Support letters from Dr. Sebastian Neuspiller (IVF) and Dr. Spernaze (pregnancy supervision).
- Colorful passport (ID) copy of surrogate and her contact information.
- E-versions of all consent forms, with hard copies stored at the BA office.
Documentation for Egg Donation Surrogacy with Shipped Sperm
- Import permission is required for shipping biological materials.
- All other documentation parallels that of standard egg donation surrogacy.
Documentation for Frozen Embryo Surrogacy with Shipped Sperm
- Same import permission requirement for shipping biological materials.
- Documentation mirrors that of egg donation surrogacy with shipped sperm.
Legal Paperwork in Surrogacy
- Legal paperwork begins after matching intended parents with the surrogate.
- A surrogacy agreement outlines management of conception, pregnancy, and birth.
- Agreements cover potential eventualities, including pregnancy termination procedures.
- Although surrogacy agreements aren’t legally binding, they direct healthcare staff in caring for the surrogate and child.
Steps in Legal Process for Surrogacy
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Step 1: Initial Meeting
- Meet with an Argentine lawyer to discuss legal aspects of surrogacy and birth registration.
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Step 2: Signing Legal Agreements
- Schedule a notary meeting for legal documentation.
- Utilize the "Sistema Certificacion Firmas" app for document signing.
- Finalize informed consent and general agreement with involved parties during the Zoom meeting.
- Ensure all documented agreements are stored appropriately on Drive.
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Step 3: Finalizing Legal Process After Pregnancy
- Pregnancy confirmation from the surrogate triggers the need for intended parents to visit Buenos Aires.
- Intended parents must reaffirm signed papers at the notary before the birth.
- Additional power of attorney required by week 25 of the pregnancy for court proceedings.
Important Notes on Surrogate Mother Changes
- If a surrogate change occurs, most documentation must be redone except for power of attorney.
- Informed consent needs to be signed every 90-100 days until pregnancy confirmation.
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This quiz focuses on the essential paperwork involved in the surrogacy journey. Proper documentation not only safeguards the rights of both intended parents and surrogates but also ensures informed medical decisions. Test your knowledge on the different types of documents and agreements necessary in this process.
