Surrogacy is when a person carries and gives birth to a baby for another person or couple. Surrogacy can be used by people with a medical condition which means it's not possible or dangerous to get pregnant, and is also an option for some LGBTQ+ couples who want to start or build their family.

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Understanding what a person is going through and the impact it might have from a physical, emotional and social perspective is one of the first and most important things you can do as a manager to support someone through surrogacy. If you understand the surrogacy process and what it can look like, you'll be one step closer to supporting them in a meaningful way.

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This guide will cover:

• Key facts and figures on surrogacy
• The surrogacy process and what it can look like
• How to support someone on your team through the surrogacy process