Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Are third-party reproduction methods like egg donation, sperm donation, and surrogacy ethical?
Katy Faust, the Founder and President of Them Before Us, provides a different perspective.
She argues that these methods prioritize what adults want over what is best for children. Katy points out the psychological and emotional difficulties faced by children who do not have their biological parents around. She is concerned about intentionally breaking the natural bond between parents and children.
Faust also raises the issue of potential exploitation and unfairness, as these methods often benefit wealthier people at the expense of financially vulnerable women. She believes that policies should give priority to children's rights and support the traditional family structure and that every child has the right to know and be raised by their biological parents.
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Are third-party reproduction methods like egg donation, sperm donation, and surrogacy ethical?
Katy Faust, the Founder and President of Them Before Us, provides a different perspective.
She argues that these methods prioritize what adults want over what is best for children. Katy points out the psychological and emotional difficulties faced by children who do not have their biological parents around. She is concerned about intentionally breaking the natural bond between parents and children.
Faust also raises the issue of potential exploitation and unfairness, as these methods often benefit wealthier people at the expense of financially vulnerable women. She believes that policies should give priority to children's rights and support the traditional family structure and that every child has the right to know and be raised by their biological parents.
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