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MNN US · May 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Dispute over custody of IVF embryos after couple splits

What happened: Erin Millender, 47, faces a legal battle over who will have custody of embryos created through IVF after her husband decided he no longer wants children with her.

Why it matters:

  • The case highlights complex legal and ethical questions about embryo ownership and reproductive rights.
  • It affects couples undergoing IVF who may separate before using stored embryos.

MNN Take: As IVF becomes more common, courts increasingly confront difficult decisions about embryo custody, balancing individual reproductive intentions with legal agreements.

Sources: NYTimes US