45 Years Ago: World’s First ‘Test Tube’ Baby

45 Years Ago: World’s First ‘Test Tube’ Baby

On July 25, 1978, in a sleepy suburb of Manchester, England named Oldham, a baby girl given the name Louise was born. What was so special about Louise Brown? She was the first baby born who was conceived outside of the body. Here we are in July 2023, and over eight...
Adoption as Unique as a ‘Snowflake’

Adoption as Unique as a ‘Snowflake’

What memories do you have as a child around this time of year? Perhaps, like me it was the family gatherings, the gift exchanges, blessing those who are not so fortunate, or just watching the snow fall slowly down from the sky. It always looked so beautiful as its...

What One Adoptive Family Says About their Embryo Donors

When David and Joanna Rea were considering embryo adoption, they weren’t just thinking about the potential to grow their family; they were thinking about the family who would be donating their embryos to them as well. Even before they’d been matched, the Reas thought...

Five Infertility Blogs to Follow

The Internet is making is easier for people struggling with infertility to connect with a community who understands what they are going through. People dealing with infertility in even the most remote areas of the country are able to find supportive groups in online...

What Option do You Have After an Infertility Diagnosis?

Millions of couples will face an infertility diagnosis. After you’ve been diagnosed, what happens next? While some couples may decide not to parent, others will begin looking at alternative family building options. Their roadblocks won’t end there, though. They may...
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