Why Star Trek’s New Gorn Twist Holds a Surprising Lesson for Your Fertility Journey
Did you ever think a reptilian alien from Star Trek could shed light on your fertility journey? Neither did we, until the latest episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds gave us some food for thought — or should we say, some hope for thought!
If you’re a Star Trek fan, you’ve likely heard about the Gorn: the classic lizard-like antagonist first introduced in the 1960s. But the new showrunner, Akiva Goldsman, has taken a bold step to retcon (that’s 'retroactive continuity' for non-Trekkies) the Gorn’s character — making it more nuanced and, well, relatable. Now, why should you care about alien retcons when you’re on the rollercoaster ride of trying to conceive? Because this shift embodies something crucial for all journeys toward parenthood: innovation, patience, and embracing fresh perspectives.
The Gorn Retcon: More Than Just Sci-Fi Nostalgia
As reported by Slashfilm here, the showrunner saw Strange New Worlds as the perfect platform to reimagine the Gorn — moving away from the one-dimensional monster trope to a richer, more complex depiction. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the old narratives don’t serve us anymore, and it’s okay (even necessary) to rewrite parts of the story to find better outcomes.
Doesn’t that sound a lot like what many of us face with fertility? The tried-and-true clinic routes, the standard advice, the traditional cycles of hope and uncertainty — sometimes, we need to retcon our approach to make space for innovations that fit our unique stories.
Why Innovation Matters in Fertility
Speaking of rewriting narratives, have you heard about revolutionary products like MakeAMom’s at-home insemination kits? These kits — from CryoBaby for frozen sperm, to the Impregnator for lower motility sperm, and BabyMaker for extra sensitivity — are changing the game by giving people options outside conventional clinics.
Imagine the freedom and control: doing insemination in the comfort of your home, at your own pace, with discreet, reusable kits that ditch the