In vitro fertilisation (IVF) offers a path to parenthood for those facing fertility challenges. It’s also a fertilisation method used in surrogacy.
IVF
Here’s how it works:
Egg development: Medication stimulates the ovaries to increase the number of viable eggs, which are then retrieved. Fertilisation: Eggs are fertilised with sperm (from yourself, a known donor, or a sperm bank) in our lab. Embryo development: Fertilised eggs develop into embryos, with the most mature ones chosen for transfer.
Remaining embryos: Can be frozen for future IVF cycles if suitable. Embryo transfer: Selected embryos are transferred into the uterus for implantation.
shared parenthood Considering
Reciprocal IVF, also known as shared motherhood or shared parenthood, is an option for same-sex female couples and other LGBTQIA+ families. One partner donates eggs, which are fertilised with sperm from a donor, and then transferred to the other partner’s uterus.
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