Embryo Adoption
They did as much research and self-education as they could in the ensuing weeks. Their discoveries left them speechless. “We live in a world with hundreds of thousands of embryos frozen in the United States alone,” exclaimed Aaron, “Most who aren’t selected by their biological parents are donated to science or destroyed or kept frozen.” This means that healthy embryos are just thrown away. The adoption of embryos changes this. The concept compelled the pair.
Embryo Adoption
Going Ahead
After their investigation, the pair felt obliged. Rachel was able to carry the kids herself thanks to this excellent solution. This approach was chosen based on their values. “If Christians – or others – really believe life begins at conception, it follows that we should respond by being willing to support embryo adoption and even take part in it ourselves,” Aaron said. It was settled and they went to the National Embryo Donation Center to begin the process.
Going Ahead