by Sunny Morton | Oct 7, 2021 | Sharing family history
Getting her relatives to take DNA tests got easier after she inspired them with family history storytelling videos. Here are tips for making videos that help loved ones take more interest in genealogy. Connie recently shared the following story on a discussion board...
by Diahan Southard | Mar 30, 2021 | DNA testing for beginners
A good DNA testing plan can help you solve family history mysteries and discover more about your biological family tree. Planning ahead helps you maximize your chances of success, set realistic expectations and use your time and money wisely. Most people pursue DNA...
by Sunny Morton | Sep 16, 2020 | DNA testing stories
This great DNA story on finding English birth roots connects all the dots between genetic and traditional genealogy strategies. Here’s how she’s doing it. Meet Elaine from Sussex, England. “I have been doing family history/genealogy for about 30 years, so I know my...
by Diahan Southard | Sep 3, 2020 | DNA testing for beginners
DNA tests from 23andMe and AncestryDNA require saliva. What if you (or your relative) can’t spit to provide the sample? “My uncle has severe Alzheimer’s. I have tried to get enough spit from him for AncestryDNA to test but have been unsuccessful. What should I do?”...
by Diahan Southard | Apr 2, 2020 | Genetic genealogy tools
The Shared Centimorgan Project (ScP) has exciting and important new updates. Here’s why they matter to your DNA match experience and how to submit your own data. In any industry, you can often pinpoint distinct innovations to the way we work. They can range from a...
