VOICED: Giving birth to someone else's babies

The video explores the journey of Brandy, a surrogate mother carrying twins for Dina, who cannot conceive due to health issues. It covers the financial, legal, and social aspects of surrogacy, including the costs involved and the emotional experiences of both the surrogate and the biological parents. The video also touches on the medical monitoring of the pregnancy and the challenges faced by surrogates in explaining their role to others.

What is the monthly compensation Brandy receives for being a surrogate?

• $2,500

• $3,000

• $2,100

• $1,500

Why did Dina Fivelson need a surrogate to start her family?

• She wanted to focus on her career.

• She was unable to find a partner.

• She preferred adoption.

• She had a medical condition that made pregnancy dangerous.

How many frozen embryos did Dina and her husband have?

• 30

• 24

• 18

• 12

What is a common misconception people have about surrogates like Brandy?

• They are not compensated.

• They are the biological parents.

• They live with the biological parents.

• They use their own eggs.

What legal issue is associated with surrogacy in the US?

• Surrogates are not allowed to meet the biological parents.

• Surrogates must be single.

• Surrogates must live in the same state as the biological parents.

• Surrogates are not allowed to be paid in many states.