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Study reveals harsh toll of surrogacy

Surrogate moms often depressed, anxious after giving birth
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Surrogate mothers often feel deep depression and separation anxiety after handing over their babies, a new study shows. Researchers say the the findings should serve as a warning to those who screen potential candidates for surrogacy. The role of surrogates remains little studied. At a conference this week, a lawyer admitted that the legality of surrogacy agreements has never really been tested in court.

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