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August 26, 2026
California Couple Argues for Custody of Surrogate-Born Baby in Texas Court
- The couple, Nausheen Gilkar and Omar Ahmed, argue for custody of their baby, Rumi, who has a critical heart defect.
- Surrogate McKenna West seeks sole conservatorship for the child's medical treatment, citing a previous abortion request from the couple.
- The court has not yet ruled on custody or conservatorship, and a restraining order against West remains in effect.
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- A Surrogate Fled to Texas to Avoid an Abortion. Now She Wants Custody of the Baby.Aug 26, 2026 at 3:33 AM · NYT
- California couple heads to Texas court in custody battle with surrogateAug 26, 2026 at 3:23 PM · Independent