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11 October 2026

Couples looking to have children often turn to surrogacy agencies in Georgia without understanding the hidden costs

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Source reporting: Deutsche Welle English

Couples looking to have children often turn to surrogacy agencies in Georgia without understanding the hidden costs

Georgia became a hub for surrogate pregnancies after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. DW spoke with parents, and those who wanted to become parents, about the hidden costs of a booming industry.

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Source: The Guardian WorldOriginal source