Tag: genetic parent

  • Sperm & Egg Donors Are “Real” Parents

    Sperm & Egg Donors Are “Real” Parents

    genetic parent (n) – a. A parent who has conceived or sired rather than adopted a child and whose genes are therefore transmitted to the child. b. The father and mother whose DNA a child carries. It’s been a few days since we explored the concept of what is “real” when it comes to familial

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  • Non-Genetic Parents Are “Real” Parents

    Non-Genetic Parents Are “Real” Parents

    parent (n) – a. A father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian. b. A caregiver or caretaker of the offspring of their own species. Building upon yesterday’s post about how “real” is an inappropriate word choice

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  • What is “Real”?

    What is “Real”?

    real (adj) – Being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verifiable existence; true and actual; not imaginary, alleged, or ideal. I never liked the idea of having a “real” dad versus a dad who was not “real.” Some people use “real” when they mean “genetic.” And unfortunately, other people use “real” to diminish someone’s

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