Greek Couple Welcomes Daughter Born from 22-Year-Old Frozen Embryo

A Greek couple welcomes a daughter born from an embryo frozen for 22 years, overcoming age restrictions and emotional loss.

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September 12, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Athens, Greece — A Greek couple has welcomed a daughter born from an embryo that was frozen for 22 years, marking a remarkable achievement in reproductive medicine.

Cristina Rapti-Tzelepi, 54, gave birth to her daughter Georgia after using an embryo that had been stored for over two decades. The couple faced strict age limits for IVF procedures in Greece, but they managed to complete the process just in time.

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The baby’s birth came as a balm for the couple, who lost their 21-year-old son in a tragic road accident earlier this year. They named their new daughter Georgia in honor of their late son, Giorgos, who was also born through IVF.

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