Did the Soviets create a space-baby?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the concept of human reproduction in space, specifically whether the Soviets or NASA have engaged in activities that could lead to the conception of a "space baby." Participants explore the implications of zero-gravity environments on fetal development and the potential for human reproduction in space, touching on both theoretical and anecdotal aspects.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests that the Soviets had both the opportunity and motive to conceive life in space, raising questions about the effects of a weightless environment on fetal development.
  • Another participant notes the intriguing nature of the idea, indicating interest in the topic without asserting any conclusions.
  • There are humorous remarks about the challenges and experiences of sexual activity in zero-gravity environments, with one participant referencing NASA's past responses to inquiries about such experiments.
  • A claim is made that NASA astronauts have indeed created a space baby, with a reference to a floating baby in a space suit, though this is presented without evidence.
  • Participants engage in light-hearted banter about the concept of "space babies," with some expressing skepticism or humor regarding the idea.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a mix of curiosity and skepticism regarding the possibility of space reproduction. There is no consensus on the validity of claims about space babies, and the discussion remains largely speculative.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes various assumptions about the physiological effects of zero-gravity on pregnancy and fetal development, which are not fully explored or substantiated. Additionally, references to NASA's past activities are anecdotal and lack detailed context.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in the intersection of space exploration and human biology, as well as those curious about the cultural implications of human reproduction in non-Earth environments.

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Who could ignore the temptation of life conceived and grown in utero, in spatio? The Soviets had the opportunuity and the motive. (They also had over 2 billion abortions under their belts, so no problems with ethics.) What came of these purported space children (not "hippies," comrade)?

The amnionic sea may already have provided all of us the benefit of a semi-weightless state, but not zero-G. The effects upon the mother must be Miriad; just consider fetal bone formation from an osteoporific Matrushka. The woman's weightless condition would secondhandedly deprive the child multifold nutrients via the placenta.

You heard the myth of Mir here; what are your thoughts? :-p
 
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The Soviets spent a lot of time up there. It is an interesting notion.
 
And having sex in a 0G environment must also be... interesting.
 
I am the Soviet's space baby.
 
I knew it!

Note to self: Don't make any more space babies.
 
FZ+ said:
And having sex in a 0G environment must also be... interesting.


Sex in a 5g environment is also interesting but the problem...oh...never mind.

What do you think FZ, Zooby? I even remember NASA winking when asked if they had engaged in space nooky experiments. I think it was a married couple, both astronauts that went up on the shuttle.
 
Nasa astronauts positively created a space baby. It can be seen floating weightless in its little baby space suit here:

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What do you think FZ, Zooby? I even remember NASA winking when asked if they had engaged in space nooky experiments. I think it was a married couple, both astronauts that went up on the shuttle.
Remember the image at the end of 2001: A Space Oddessy? Where do you think they got that picture from?