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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]10:11-a I'm surprised you're surprised, people avoid domestic adoptions for possible legal complications. This is on an altogether different level. So, my concerns for OP are legal, too. Mainly, the unknown. What would happen if the couple split, might the donor be liable for child support, etc. Can the two even live as parents in Virginia, etc. Have they consulted an attorney?

10:11-b You know couples, plural, who've done this? That's fascinating.

Also, OP, how will this play out for the children? Will it be a secret, or will the know? Another consideration.

I don't think I'd do it. [/quote]

10:11 here
I understand the legal complications but that can be addressed beforehand.  I am in the process of helping a friend dealing with fertility issues and we have discussed all conceivable issues that might arise, had attorney draw up paperwork and gone to counseling.  The OP could address all of their concerns prior to making any final decisions.

I get this makes me unusual but I actually know a male gay couple where one sister provided the egg and carried the baby which gives them both a genetic tie to the baby, I have an acquaintance (gay women) who had the brother of one provide the sperm and in thinking about this after my initial post also know someone who provided an egg to her sister.  So far so good on all three counts.

Only caveat OP, only you know your family and how this would be handled, everyone has to be comfortable and open about this to make it work IMO.

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