surrogate
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Despite her initial misgivings, Karina now plans to have as many surrogate babies as her body will allow to save up to buy a home.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
The 22-year-old from eastern Ukraine is a surrogate, pregnant with an embryo from a Chinese couple's egg and sperm.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
The surrogate teaches the pup to groom, forage, and behave like a wild otter, Long said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
After separation from the surrogate, the pup spends additional time socializing with other juveniles before a potential release along the California coastline north of Santa Barbara, according to Long.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
“I will be honest with you. We do not have any children and have no interest in being surrogate parents. But if you are respectful and hardworking, you will be treated fairly.”
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
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