Did Lily Collins do anything wrong? Collins is the latest celebrity to welcome a child via surrogacy. But some say she is normalising a grave and sinister new trend.
Accusations fly in surrogate baby row
Speculation: Fertility experts say that ultra-thin woman, such as actress Lily Collins (above), may struggle to conceive owing to their lack of body fat, which can prevent them from ovulating. Glossary
Surrogate - In cloning, the female carries and gives birth to the clone, but is not biologically related and does not pass on its genes to the clone.
Exploitative - Using someone or something in an unfair or morally wrong way — but in a way that benefits you.
Safeguards - Measures taken for protection.
Economically Vulnerable - People who do not have enough money to live comfortably.
Commodifying - Turning free things into something that needs to be paid for.