Análisis de la familia frente a la problemática jurídica acerca de la gestación subrogada en el Ecuador.

Abstract

The purpose of this research work is to analyse the legal problems that currently exist around surrogacy in Ecuador, from the family point of view, since currently this type of maternity practice is being seen as an option among couples who are unable to conceive, a situation that brings discontent and despair to a household, In these cases, surrogacy is used, understanding that this "is known as womb renting, a practice whereby the embryo is nested in the womb of a woman other than the one who wants motherhood, i.e. someone who lends her womb to carry the child of another". This document also mentions some significant concepts about assisted reproduction techniques, which will allow a better understanding of surrogacy, what it is, what it consists of and why it is important for Ecuador to regulate this issue in a legal norm. Additionally, the possibility of including surrogacy in Ecuadorian legal regulations will be analysed, as well as the creation of a contract specifically for surrogacy, with the objective of being used in assisted reproduction clinics, making the parties believe that it has legal validity.