Now What?

So you've taken a DNA test... now what? What is a centimorgan? Why don't I recognize any of my matches? Are they really my cousin or a half-sibling? I sent a message, why aren't they responding?

Not yet. Do not contact your DNA matches until you are certain. Let's figure it out.

5 Reasons Not to Reach Out to Your DNA Matches (Yet)

If your DNA test results just shook your world, I see you. I have been there, too. Maybe you’ve realized the person you thought was your biological parent is not. Maybe you found out that your dad isn't biologically related and you think you’ve identified your "real" father. Maybe you’re looking at a close DNA match and feel like you’re one message away from confirmation. But before you reach out to that half sibling, cousin, or potential parent, I want you to pause. Here’

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Oct 8