A pre-birth order is the court order that names intended parents as the legal parents of a child born through surrogacy, and it has to be secured before delivery. Here’s what it does, how Georgia courts handle it, and what happens if the timing slips.

Surrogacy in Georgia follows seven clear, court supported steps, from deciding it’s right for you through bringing your baby home. Here is the full roadmap, plus answers to the questions intended parents ask most.