What Happens If Something Goes Wrong? Your Legal & Medical Protections

Introduction

Surrogacy is a beautiful journey — but like any pregnancy, it involves medical and emotional realities. At Surrogacy4All, we believe in full transparency and proactive protection. If something unexpected happens, we’ve built layers of legal and medical safeguards to keep you protected, informed, and supported every step of the way.

Canadian Law Protects Surrogates

Under the Assisted Human Reproduction Act (AHRA), Canadian surrogacy law prohibits the sale of reproductive services but mandates strict ethical guidelines. This includes:

• Altruistic model only: No commercial payment, but full reimbursement of pregnancy-related expenses
• Independent legal counsel: Provided for every surrogate
• Written surrogacy agreement: Outlining rights, expectations, and emergency protocols
• Government oversight: Through Health Canada

With Surrogacy4All, your legal rights are clearly explained and protected before embryo transfer begins.

Medical Oversight Ensures Your Safety

• All fertility clinics are licensed and accredited
• You’ll receive full pre-screening and ongoing monitoring
• Emergency care is covered and coordinated through your local hospital
• You choose your own OB-GYN for prenatal care
• Surrogacy4All works directly with your healthcare team

In the rare event of complications, your health and recovery are the top priority.

What Happens If You Miscarry?

• You’ll receive immediate emotional and medical support
• Surrogacy4All will help you process the event with licensed counselors
• Your expenses and recovery costs will still be reimbursed
• The match with the Intended Parents will be reviewed together — with your voice at the center

No pressure. No expectations. Only compassion and clarity.

What If You Change Your Mind?

You can withdraw from the process before transfer, without penalty.

• After a match but before legal signing: you may opt out
• After legal signing but before transfer: the agreement will outline what happens next

Surrogacy4All supports informed choice. You are never forced to continue.

Financial Safeguards

• All surrogate reimbursements are handled through third-party escrow
• No surrogate is asked to “wait” for repayment
• You receive monthly stipends for out-of-pocket expenses
• Reimbursements may include travel, childcare, EI benefits, and maternity-related supplies

Our reimbursement guidelines (based on Canadian law) are reviewed with you before matching and are clearly written in your contract.

Who Advocates for You If There’s a Dispute?

• Your lawyer (separate from the Intended Parents) is paid for by Surrogacy4All
• Our case managers act as neutral conflict resolution guides
• You are never left to deal with legal or emotional issues alone
• If necessary, legal recourse is available through Health Canada

Surrogates Share Their Experience with Challenges

• Sara from British Columbia: “I had minor complications and needed bedrest. Surrogacy4All covered extra childcare and checked on me daily.”
• Leah from Nova Scotia: “My match wasn’t the right fit at first. They helped me rematch without stress. I felt so protected.”

Conclusion and Call to Action

While no journey is without risk, Surrogacy4All ensures you are legally protected, medically supported, and never alone. If something goes wrong, we’re your first call — and your strongest advocate.

 1-212-661-7177
 info@surrogacy4all.com
 https://www.surrogacy4all.com/become-a-surrogate-in-canada