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IVF Pioneer Reflects on 13 Million Babies Born

12/5/2025

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  • Grace MacDonald, an IVF patient, reflects on her infertility and the pioneering program that led to the birth of her son Alastair in 1979.
  • The program was led by Patrick Steptoe and Robert Edwards, and after two attempts she became pregnant.
  • Grace notes that IVF has produced over 13 million babies since then.
  • She values bonds with fellow women from the program and feels honored to have contributed to the breakthrough.