Lesbian couple conceives child through anonymous sperm donation demands joint recognition

A lesbian couple, who together conceived a child six months ago, is now demanding that the Interior Ministry jointly register them as the child’s biological parents, rather than having to undergo an adoption process as has been the case with same- sex couples to date.

The Family Court has set precedent for such a request, by allowing one of the partners to act as a surrogate for the other, and now the couple also wants formal recognition as their son’s biological parents.

The two women have lived together for over 10 years, and were even married by a Conservative rabbi three years ago, indicating their emotional and fiscal commitment to one another. No word yet as to what the outcome will be, but it doesn't look good for the couple.