If you say “Gene Attell” out loud, it doesn’t take long to realize that it sounds suspiciously like “genital.” And when you add the surname, Gene Attell Lane starts to resemble “genital lane.” While some fans speculated that the name was a prank or a clever way to steal some thunder from the royal baby, Archie, born shortly after Gene, it seemed highly unlikely that Lane would intentionally name her son something that could be misinterpreted.
In a recent episode of her podcast, “Three Friends, One Keith,” Lane confirmed the change. “Guys, we’ve officially changed our baby’s name,” she said. “It’s now Gene David Lane. What we didn’t realize was that we accidentally named our son ‘genital.’” Claudia O’Donnell, a guest on the episode, chimed in, “My mom pointed that out to me. You know, Amy’s son is called ‘Genital’ and she was right!”
With the new middle name “David,” Lane still pays homage to Attell but in a less, uh, awkward way. Plus, Gene’s first name honors Lane’s father, Gordon, highlighting the personal significance behind the choice. Ultimately, it’s Lane’s prerogative to name her child as she sees fit—after all, it’s her baby! However, as Gene grows, the potential for kids to tease him about his original name certainly raised some eyebrows.
Lane has always been candid about her parenting journey, sharing the unfiltered realities of motherhood. “This year has been the best of my life, even though I spent half of it feeling nauseous,” she wrote in December alongside a family photo. Back in October 2019, she also announced a documentary focusing on her challenging pregnancy experiences. Most recently, she has been open on social media about her IVF struggles, revealing that out of 35 eggs retrieved, only one viable embryo was produced.
Lane’s willingness to acknowledge her misstep in naming her son “Genital” is refreshing. After all, parenting comes with its fair share of blunders! For more insights on home insemination, check out our other blog post here. If you’re looking to explore options for assisted conception, you can find more information on artificial insemination kits as well as resources about IVF.
In summary, Amy Lane’s playful oversight regarding her son’s name highlights the often humorous side of parenting. While she has changed Gene’s name to avoid any awkward implications, it serves as a reminder that mistakes are part of the journey.
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