Family History and Geneaology

How accurate are paternity test results? Learn how to read and understand paternity test and DNA test results so you can be certain they're correct.

Looking for answers to why your baby looks nothing like you? Our genetic experts explain the science behind how traits are passed down.

Discover the genetic explanation behind your baby's blood type to understand how blood type is inherited from parents to children.

Determine what eye color your parents will have based on parents dominant, recessive, and mixed genes.

Ever wonder what traits kids get from mom vs dad? Here are 7 traits babies inherit from their mother's side according to genetics.

What are the odds your baby will have red hair? Genetic experts determine the chances that your baby will be born a redhead based on their parents' genes.

Do eyes change color later in life? Learn why blue eyes change color later in life and other factors that influence your eye color as a baby and adult!

Do you ever wonder what traits kids get from dad or mom? Here are six traits babies inherit from their father's side according to genetics.

If you're considering a Jamaican name for your baby, it's important to learn about Jamaican naming conventions and history. We've also listed out the most popular Jamaican names for boys, girls, and gender-neutral options to help make your decision a little bit easier.

We're answering the question "What are the different generation names?" and taking a deeper look at each generation, what's impacted their lives, and how it impacts their parenting styles.

If you're considering an Egyptian name for your baby, it's important to learn about Egyptian naming conventions and history. We've also listed out the most popular Egyptian names for boys, girls, and gender-neutral options to help make your decision a little bit easier.

A genetic expert explains the concept of strong genes and the impact genes have on pregnancy.

Since holidays and special occasions like Christmas and birthdays are always around the corner, we've come up with a list of our favorite family tree gift ideas for any genealogy enthusiast.

If you're considering a Mexican name for your baby, it's important to learn about Mexican naming conventions and history. We've also listed out the most popular Mexican names for boys, girls, and gender-neutral options to help make your decision a little bit easier.

Will your baby be more like you or your partner when it comes to personality and temperament? Genetics experts and researchers break down how a child's personality is determined by genetics and environment.

With the help of AncestryDNA genealogists and a genealogy expert, we break down how to read your Ancestry.com results and understand DNA testing.

Should your baby take your last name? Your partners? A combination of the two? A family name you've created? We've weighed out the pros and cons of each option so you can make the most informed choice.

Do you have someone in your family who is always looking to learn more about genealogy and family history? They're sure to love these eight gifts.