Canadian Journal of Family Law
Article Title
Revisiting The Handmaid’s Tale: Feminist Theory Meets Empirical Research on Surrogate Mothers
First Page
13
Document Type
Article
Abstract
After briefly reviewing laws on surrogate motherhood in Canada, the United States, and Britain, the authors consider nearly 40 empirical research studies on the characteristics and experiences of women who have been surrogate mothers. Empiricism meets feminist theory as we revisit arguments against surrogacy arrangements, including the inability to give informed consent, the inherently exploitative nature of the arrangements, and the dangers of commodification. In light of our observations based on the empirical research, we argue that it may be time to review Canadian surrogacy laws.
Recommended Citation
Karen Busby and Delaney Vun,
"Revisiting The Handmaid’s Tale: Feminist Theory Meets Empirical Research on Surrogate Mothers"
(2010)
26:1
Can J Fam L
13.