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A Biological Father Asks “Why Won’t My Families Meld?”
Every family is different. DNA discoveries change who we know and how we related and with whom we spend our time talking and being together. What happens when two people who conceived a child as teens reconnect later in life and decide to marry?
First Cousin Versus Second Cousin: What’s the Difference?
What’s the difference between a first cousin, a first cousin, once-removed and a second cousin?
Support for Spouses and Significant Others of Those Involved in a DNA Surprise
One drop of change can have ripple effects that spread throughout the family.
“Do You Wish You’d Never Done a DNA Test?” - Guest Post by Casey
Casey shares with us her DNA surprise, a shocking realization about herself and her connection with family that unfolded over time.
5 Tips for Gathering Family Health History
Health is a focus of the resolutions for many people, and the family health history is an important tool.