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

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Georgia has become a destination for international surrogacy since Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, but prospective parents may face costs they did not anticipate. Deutsche Welle reports on the experiences of parents and people considering surrogacy amid the industry’s growth.

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.