Leslie Brown
Leslie Brown is the mother of Louise Brown, the first baby born through in vitro fertilization (IVF) on July 25, 1978. At the age of 23, after struggling with infertility, Leslie and her husband John sought help from pioneering fertility experts Patrick Steptoe and Robert Edwards. Their groundbreaking work led to the successful birth of Louise, which sparked a revolution in reproductive medicine. Leslie's journey was not only personal but also pivotal in changing societal perceptions about fertility treatments. After Louise's birth, Leslie became an advocate for IVF, sharing her story to help others facing similar challenges. Today, she is recognized for her role in a medical milestone that has since allowed millions of children to be born globally through IVF.
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Leslie was 16 years old when she met John Brown, a 21-year-old truck driver.
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