DNA Surprises Lezlee Liljenberg’s Memoir
- DNA Surprises Lezlee Liljenberg’s Memoir Betsy Wurzel 51:18
In this insightful and thought-provoking interview, Lezlee shares with Betsy how her book combines her journey, the stories of others, and inspiring poetry to encourage readers to uncover surprising truths about their biological parents. Her memoir details her discovery of her biological father, the judgment she faced for pursuing the truth, and the challenges of navigating Relationships with family members and her community.
Betsy and Lezlee discuss the societal stigma often attached to those seeking answers about their lineage and the unfairness of judging someone for circumstances of their birth—situations they had no control over. They also explore how DNA testing can reveal surprises, children’s natural curiosity about their families, the reasons behind family secrets, and the unjust stigmas women face for pregnancies outside traditional norms.
The conversation broadens to cover the importance of knowing family medical histories, particularly for those discovering new familial connections, as well as the unique challenges faced by children of LGBTQ+ families, sperm donors, egg donors, and surrogate mothers in understanding their biological roots.
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