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Sister's Womb Gives Hope: Mom-to-Be Expects After Rare Disorder
17 Aug
Summary
- Woman born without a womb received one from her sister.
- After a difficult transplant, she is now expecting her first child.
- The sister's donation has strengthened their already close bond.
Lauren Fowler, who was born without a womb due to Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser Syndrome, is now expecting her first child. She received a womb transplant in May 2025 from her sister, Kelly, who had previously undergone the procedure after Lauren learned of a clinical trial for live donors.
The transplant surgery in May 2025 initially went well, but Lauren later experienced an obstruction requiring two additional surgeries, describing the period as "touch and go." Despite these challenges, her body did not reject the transplanted womb.
Lauren is due to deliver her baby via cesarean section in October. She hopes to raise awareness by sharing her journey. This significant event has further strengthened the bond between Lauren and Kelly, with Kelly's children eagerly anticipating the arrival of their new cousin.
