Should I be ashamed or hide that my child is from an in vitro procedure?

Each child is born in its own way. Some — quickly, spontaneously, unexpectedly. Others — after months or years of struggle, tears, hope and medical help.
But all children have something in common: They are desired. They are loved. They are expected.

And in vitro the child?

It is often even longer waited. It comes after countless exams, injections, denied trips, postponed appointments and overflowing hearts.

And it comes not “less naturally”, but more consciously. Because it came through science, but also through infinite love.

Where does the shame come from?

- From outdated prejudices — that “help from medicine is unnatural”;
- From a misunderstanding — that assisted reproduction is a “secondary” way;
- From the inner pain of the long road — which remains hidden and unspoken;
- From the fears of society - that “this child will be looked at differently”.

But does he have to hide?

No.
Because IVF is not a shame. It is an achievement — of love, of science, of faith.

Your child is not an “in vitro child.” It's just a kid. With laughter, whims, imagination and their place on this earth.

And if you ever decide to tell him — let him be proud. With the words: “You did not come easy. But you are our most precious miracle.”

What will the others say?

Sometimes we are afraid of the reaction of others. But society is changing. More and more people are speaking openly. More and more parents are saying: “Yes, my child is from IVF. And that's our story.”

Your child is no secret. It's a victory.

And you do not need to explain, justify yourself, worry.
You can share when you're ready. Or never, if that's how you feel comfortable. There is no right or wrong way. There's your way.

Conclusion

In vitro is not a scar. It's not a stigma.
It is proof that even when nature is silent, man finds a way.

And your child is here — no less “natural”, but more desirable than any other.
Shame has no place in a story born of love.

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