Newborn claimed as Earth's eldest, boasting a remarkable 31 years of age
In a groundbreaking development for the field of In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF), Thaddeus Daniel Pierce was born on July 26, 2023, to Lindsey Pierce and Tim. At 31 years old, the embryo that brought Thaddeus into the world was previously frozen since May 1994, making him the world's oldest baby born from an embryo frozen for the longest time on record.
This remarkable achievement surpasses the previous record held by twins born in 2022, who were conceived from embryos frozen for 30 years and 192 days. The successful use of such old embryos opens up new possibilities for families struggling with infertility.
The embryo that resulted in Thaddeus' birth was one of four frozen by Linda Archerd and her husband during their IVF process in the 1990s. When the couple divorced, the other embryos were not used. One of these embryos was later given to Lindsey Pierce and her husband by Dr John Gordon, the founder of Rejoice Fertility Clinic, who set up the clinic to help place less-favorable embryos with potential families.
The success of Thaddeus' birth could encourage further research into the use of older embryos in IVF procedures. Interestingly, Linda Archerd, the embryo donor, has stated that Thaddeus bears a resemblance to her first daughter as a newborn.
Despite a 'rough' birth, Lindsey Pierce and Thaddeus are doing well. The Pierces reside in Ohio, while the previous record holders, the twins born in 2022, were welcomed into the world in Oregon, USA.
The longevity and viability of properly frozen embryos over decades are a testament to the advancements in IVF technology. As we continue to push the boundaries of what is possible, the hope for families struggling with infertility grows brighter.
- The advancements in science and medical-conditions, such as IVF, have played a significant role in addressing chronic diseases like infertility, as demonstrated by Thaddeus' birth.
- Health-and-wellness, including fitness-and-exercise and sexual-health, are crucial aspects for new parents like Lindsey and Tim Pierce, ensuring they are able to provide a healthy environment for their child.
- Family-health often involves making difficult decisions, as demonstrated when Linda Archerd decided to donate one of her frozen embryos, contributing to the growth of mens-health and womens-health in subsequent generations.
- As parents, Lindsey and Tim might find parenting resources helpful in guiding their journey with Thaddeus, while the recipients of the twins born in 2022 may seek similar resources in Oregon.
- With the success of therapies-and-treatments like IVF, countless families may find hope for overcoming their struggles with infertility in the future, paving the way for new possibilities in the field of reproductive health.
