Surrogacy and the Elite: How Wealthy Women are Shaping the Future of Pregnancy

Mary Rooke examines the growing trend of surrogacy among the wealthy and its potential societal implications. As surrogacy becomes increasingly commercialized, with celebrities like Kim Kardashian popularizing the practice, Rooke argues that it risks turning pregnancy into a service reserved for the rich, while women who act as surrogates face significant health risks. She questions the long-term effects of this trend on both women and society, highlighting the commodification of women’s bodies and the cultural shift towards viewing pregnancy as a transaction rather than a personal experience.