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frozen embryo adoption

Frozen embryo adoption is a process where individuals or couples use preserved, unused embryos from other couples who previously underwent in-vitro fertilization (IVF). These embryos are thawed and transferred into the recipient's uterus, potentially resulting in pregnancy. It offers a way for people facing infertility or unable to produce their own viable eggs to have a biological child. This process is different from traditional adoption, as the recipients are parents genetically related to the embryo, and it often involves legal agreements to clarify parental rights. It’s a compassionate option providing opportunities for family-building using extra embryos that might otherwise go unused.