Do IVF Babies in the USA Resemble Their Mothers or Fathers More?

2024-05-30 20:35:48，visits： 70

When discussing whether IVF babies resemble their mothers or fathers more, we first need to understand that a child's personality, appearance, intelligence, and other traits are primarily determined by genetics and the environment in which they grow up. IVF babies are no exception.

In the IVF process, regardless of the generation of IVF technology or whether the fertilization process involves human intervention, the key factor is always the combination of a sperm and an egg. Both the sperm and the egg carry a set of chromosomes from the father and the mother, respectively, and the combination forms a complete fertilized egg. Therefore, whether the fertilization occurs in the mother's fallopian tubes or in a laboratory incubator, the genetic information of the child is determined by both parents. Even in cases where donor sperm is used in IVF, the child's genes are still determined by the mother and the donor.

As for which parent a child will resemble more in specific traits, there is no definite answer because the combination of genes is random. A child's growth and development are influenced not only by genetics but also by environmental factors, including education and living background. If the mother spends more time educating and accompanying the child during their growth, the child may resemble the mother more in terms of personality and behavior.

Moreover, if we wish for the child to resemble one parent more in certain aspects, more time and effort in companionship and education will help. IVF children, like any other children, will certainly have some traits resembling their mothers, but the extent depends on the combination of genetics and environmental influences.

It is worth mentioning that choosing IVF in the USA can effectively avoid genetic defects from either parent through genetic and chromosomal screening, ensuring a healthy baby. Compared to health, traits like personality, appearance, and temperament are secondary. Assisted reproduction expert Dr. Nathan Zhang suggests that older parents should consider IVF-PGT to avoid chromosomal or genetic abnormalities and ensure the birth of a healthy baby, which is the greatest happiness for any family.

Currently, IVF USA offers services including egg freezing, IVF, and third-party reproductive assistance. Their operations have expanded beyond the USA to include IVF and egg freezing in Japan, Thailand, Mexico, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and other regions, working closely with top IVF doctors worldwide.