The Importance Of Surrogacy: Definition Of Family

New Reproductive technologies have opened a world of possibilities for having children, creating families, and creating bonds that are deeper than genetics. In particular, surrogacy is the most efficient and effective reproductive technology when trying to accomplish this. In this paper, I will argue that surrogacy redefines the definition of family in a positive light. Surrogacy is changing the world we live in for the better by creating bonds between human beings based on relationships, emotions, and choice instead of genetics. Although genetics are an important factor in the definition of a ‘traditional’ family, its significance is greatly diminished today. Surrogacy has been around since 1985 and the number of surrogacy pregnancies have skyrocketed since its debut. The term surrogate or surrogacy is defined by the journal article Genetic and …show more content…
I attended a spoken word musical performance and talk conducted by Charlotte Hill O’Neal. Charlotte Hill O’Neal also known as Momma C, was a member of the black panthers. As a member of the black panthers she has done cultural and community work in Africa for many years. The black panthers accepted her into their community and welcomed her with open arms. They never judged her or ridiculed her, she felt as if every single person in the panthers were her brothers and sisters. The black panthers were Momma C’s family when her biological family no longer accepted her, they provided a greater sense of respect and love for her than her biological family ever could. That is exactly what a family does, love, accept, and provide for you when no one else will. The fact that Charlotte was not genetically related to these people did not matter which makes her situation very similar to the families created through surrogacy. It is a way to broaden the definition of family past what is traditional