Episode 14 - DNA Testing + Its Relevance for Donor-Conceived Children.

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Welcome to my donor egg IVF Journey Raw and in real time. I'm Claudine, your podcast host. I want to share my donor egg IVF journey via my podcast in the hope that my experience will help you and others. This is your safe holding space, created with a heart-centered approach, a place to land to share all things related to donor egg conception. I want you to feel safe, supported, and informed during our shared journey. Now, let's start today's episode. If you haven't already listened to episode one of my podcasts, please do. You can listen to my journey in chronological order, thereby my episodes in the order that they're released. Alternatively, you can choose the episodes that appeal to you the most via their titles. The initial episodes of this podcast will get you up to speed and from thereafter, I'll update you in real time. Please pay attention to the disclaimer at the end of the show notes of this episode by continuing to listen to this podcast. You understand and agree to that disclaimer in its entirety. Today's date is Wednesday, the 19th of March, 2025. In this episode, episode 14 of my podcast, I will delve into the topic of DNA testing and its relevance for donor conceived children. So DNA testing holds significant importance for donor conceived children as it can provide insights into their genetic history, which might not always be fully disclosed through traditional means. So let's discuss why it is relevant. Number one, understanding genetic heritage. So for donor conceived children, knowing their genetic background can offer clarity in relation to their origins. This includes identifying biological parents or siblings and learning more about their ancestry or ethnic background. This knowledge can contribute to a sense of identity and belonging. Number two. Health genetic testing can uncover predispositions to certain health conditions such as hereditary diseases or conditions that might run in the biological family. this information is invaluable for preventative healthcare planning and for doctors who need to understand family medical histories. Three, connecting with biological relatives. Advancements in genetic testing have led to platforms where donor conceived individuals can connect with biological relatives such as half siblings or even donors often through genetic databases like those of 23 and Me, or Ancestry, DNA. This can help build extended family connections and provide a deeper sense of community. Number four, addressing emotional and identity needs for many donor conceived individuals. Understanding their biological roots can often fulfill emotional and psychological needs. It often plays a role in identity formation and can help resolve feelings of curiosity, confusion, or longing to no one's origins. Number five, legal and ethical considerations. While beneficial, DNA testing raises ethical considerations such as the privacy of donors and the rights of donor conceived individuals. Some countries now have regulations ensuring donor transparency to support donor conceived individuals seeking their genetic origins. For example, initiatives like the South African Donor Conception Register. Popular DNA testing platforms. Now there are several, uh, DNA testing platforms and um, I'll list them as follows. So number one is 23 and Me. So that, uh, platform offers ancestry and health related genetic insights and allows users to connect with biological relatives through its database. The second one is Ancestry, DNA. That platform focuses on ancestry and family connections, providing tools to build family trees and discover relatives. Number three is my heritage, DNA. So that's similar to ancestry, DNA and it emphasizes family connections and heritage number four is family tree DNA. So this platform's known for its detailed, uh, tools used for testing for deeper ancestral. Insights and, um, the fifth one is living DNA. So that platform offers a comprehensive view of ancestry, including regional breakdowns and maternal and paternal lineage. These platforms often have features that allow users to connect with others who share their DNA, making them invaluable for donor conceived individuals, uh, seeking to learn more about their origins. So that concludes today's episode. Please tune into the next episode of this podcast where I will discuss our second consultation with our Russian IVF clinic. This time with our doctor. Thank you for sharing your time with me. From my heart to yours, sending healing energy to all of my listeners.