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Brief History DNA

The Ainu of Japan: How Ancient DNA is Rewriting History

For centuries, the Ainu people of northern Japan were pushed to the margins,  culturally, politically and scientifically. Once nearly erased by assimilation policies, their story is now being told through one of the most powerful tools we have: their DNA. As researchers uncover more about the genetic legacy of the Ainu, it’s becoming clear that […]

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Unexpected DNA Results: A Guide to Understanding, Healing, and Moving Forward

Discover how to cope with unexpected DNA test results. Learn healthy ways to process shocking genetic information and find support on your journey of self-discovery.

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Genealogy Online Resources

Why Your Family Mystery Deserves Solving

Uncover why solving a family mystery is more important than ever. Learn how genealogy tools, DNA testing, and historical records can help you discover the truth about your family history.

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DNA

Which are Maternal and Paternal DNA Matches on Ancestry?

DNA testing with Ancestry can be an exciting journey into your family history, but one of the biggest challenges is figuring out which side of the family your matches belong to—maternal or paternal. If you’ve ever looked at your match list and thought, Who are these people?, you’re not alone! I am often asked to […]

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Genealogy

DNA: Unlocking Your Genetic Story

Have you ever wondered about your ancestry, potential health risks, or long-lost relatives? A DNA test can open the door to a world of discovery about who you are and where you come from. Whether you’re curious about your heritage or want to make informed health decisions, here are some compelling reasons to consider taking […]

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Sharing an ancestry tree via mobile

I often get messages from clients who use the ancestry app and have problems sharing their tree or assigning a manager to their DNA. Unfortunately ancestry does not have this function on their app, but there is a way around it and it’s very simple. Open an internet browser on your mobile device and sign […]

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DNA

ancestryDNA

I use AncestryDNA for two reasons, one is that it has a huge database with over 10 million people tested and it’s growing!. The other is that you can export the raw data to other companies such as MyHeritage & FamilyTreeDNA for free.