60 sec to explain the search for one’s genetic origins

Let’s debunk in 60 sec preconceived ideas about third-party reproduction (2024)
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Published on May 19, 2024

About this video

“My child was donor-conceived and wants to search for their origins. I feel like they want to replace me.”

It may be comforting to know that this is not how most donor-conceived people think of their search. There are many reasons for wanting to know the identity of the donor! We give an overview in this video.

About Let’s debunk in 60 sec preconceived ideas about third-party reproduction

Let’s debunk in 60 sec preconceived ideas about third-party reproduction is a video series that debunks presuppositions about third-party reproduction. Our research team helps you better understand the process, one video at a time!

We thank Marilou Bayard Trépanier for writing and directing this video series.

  • Isabel Côté

    Professor in the department of social work at Université du Québec en Outaouais

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