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Los Angeles Couple's Surrogate Baby Undergoes Heart Surgery After Legal Battle

A couple from Los Angeles has gained custody of their newborn son, Rumi, who recently underwent critical heart surgery due to a serious condition. The infant's surrogate, McKenna West, had a legal dispute with the couple regarding the pregnancy.

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