Gay News from London

First IVF lesbian birth parents Hill and Marlow split

Vicky Hill and Hayley Marlow were going to make history as the first lesbian couple to have an IVF baby, where one of Hill\'s eggs would be fertilized and implanted into Marlow\'s womb. The pair were to actually be the first to use the procedure to carry her lovers child. But all the limelight, coupled with the criticism of UK right wing groups, appears to have got the better of them and Hill, 22, moved out this week. Serena Martin, the niece of IVF pioneer Dr. Patrick Steptoe said I think my uncle would have been fascinated. But two women bringing up a child - that would have gone against the grain for him. Let\'s hope so, and here\'s to the ones who take their place having what it takes to last.  View more.... [Date: 13-Sep-05 ]