In Vitro Fertilization Mix-Up at Coastal Fertility Specialists
A woman in Georgia went through in vitro fertilization and gave birth to a child who was not biologically hers due to a mix-up at Coastal Fertility Specialists. She had to give up custody of the baby to another couple after a DNA test revealed the mistake.
Key Points
- Woman unknowingly carried a child who was not biologically related to her
- Mix-up at Coastal Fertility Specialists led to the birth of another couple's baby
- Legal battle over custody of the child
Cons
- Woman emotionally traumatized by giving birth to a child who was not biologically hers
- Legal battle over custody of the baby ensued
- Loss of the special bond between mother and child