Woman Who Gave Birth to Another Couple's Baby Sues I.V.F. Clinic
Briefly

Krystena Murray, 38, is suing Coastal Fertility Specialists due to an embryo transfer mix-up that led her to lose custody of her IVF-conceived child. The lawsuit highlights the emotional damage incurred after bonding with the baby for months, only to hand custody over to the biological parents. The clinic expressed its regret and acknowledged the unprecedented error, emphasizing its impact on the families involved. This incident raises broader concerns about the scrutiny on IVF practices amid changing reproductive rights policies, despite such mix-ups being exceedingly rare.
The clinic's actions, which led to her losing custody of the baby after months of bonding with him, have left irreparable damage to my soul, she said.
We recognize the profound impact this situation has had on the affected families, and we extend our sincerest apologies, the emailed statement said.
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