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Who is a parent is a fundamental question in the eyes of a child. As families come in all shapes and sizes, with the rise of sperm donation, IVF and egg donation over 40 years ago, society has continued to change as to who is recognised as a parent.

For many, Friday the 13th is a day synonymous with bad luck and superstition. But on December 13, 2024, this infamous date marked a remarkable turning point for Australian families who have welcomed children through overseas surrogacy.

In a remarkable leap forward for medical science and reproductive technology, the United Kingdom has recently celebrated the birth of eight healthy children—four boys and four girls—through the pioneering technique of mitochondrial donation.