Thaddeus Daniel Pierce, born on Saturday, July 26, has the curious distinction of being the “world’s oldest baby.” He was ...

Understand the latest advancements in IVF technology! Know about embryo freezing, selection, and the role of modern IVF labs ...

A baby boy born last week to an Ohio couple developed from an embryo that had been frozen for more than 30 years in what is believed to be the longest storage time before a birth.

The resulting embryo — which could be frozen or fresh — is placed into the uterus, where it hopefully implants in the uterine wall and sparks a pregnancy. Before implantation, many IVF clinics ...