Many parents who utilize donor gametes choose to keep this information hidden from their child and their community due to the stigma surrounding infertility. This secrecy can lead to feelings of shame and inadequacy in donor-conceived children. While parents may believe they are protecting their child's autonomy by withholding information, studies suggest that early disclosure and honest conversations about their donor conception story can foster a healthier self-image and identity in these children. Open dialogue can help mitigate the emotional weight of these secrets and promote understanding.
Many parents who used donor gametes keep this fact a secret from family and friends, viewing infertility as a private matter rather than a shared experience.
The emotional burden of infertility can lead many parents to feel justified in their non-disclosure to their children about their conception story, affecting children's identity.
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