Cross‑Border Donation — Logistics, Law, Ethics
Introduction When intended parents or donors look beyond their home country for fertility treatment, they step into the world of cross-border donation. Whether it involves eggs, embryos, or sperm, this pathway can unlock opportunities but also introduces complexities—logistics, laws, and ethics that differ from one country to another. This article explains what cross-border donation is, […]
Hydrosalpinx — Tests, Imaging, and Treatment Decisions
This article explains hydrosalpinx — tests, imaging, and treatment decisions within the Fertility Testing & Diagnostics pathway. You’ll see who benefits, how timing affects outcomes, realistic costs, and decision rules to keep care simple and humane. Education Content 1) Definitions and where this fits in the journey. 2) Eligibility signals and when to escalate or […]
Insurance & Employer Benefits for LGBTQ+ Paths
Building a family as an LGBTQ+ individual or couple comes with unique considerations, and understanding insurance and employer benefits can make a significant difference. This article focuses on choices that impact outcomes, timelines, and budgets, empowering you to move forward confidently. What It Is Insurance and employer benefits in LGBTQ+ family building cover aspects like […]
Embryo Donation — Matching, Legal, and Expectations
Introduction Embryo donation is a growing pathway for individuals and couples who want to build a family but may not be able to use their own eggs or sperm. Unlike egg or sperm donation, embryo donation involves receiving embryos that were created by another family—often from patients who completed their own IVF journey and chose […]
Vitamin D, HbA1c & Metabolic Labs — Do They Change Outcomes?
This article explains vitamin d, hba1c & metabolic labs — do they change outcomes? within the Fertility Testing & Diagnostics pathway. You’ll see who benefits, how timing affects outcomes, realistic costs, and decision rules to keep care simple and humane. Education Content 1) Definitions and where this fits in the journey. 2) Eligibility signals and […]
ERA, EMMA, ALICE — When (and When Not) to Use Them
This article explains era, emma, alice — when (and when not) to use them within the Fertility Testing & Diagnostics pathway. You’ll see who benefits, how timing affects outcomes, realistic costs, and decision rules to keep care simple and humane. Education Content 1) Definitions and where this fits in the journey. 2) Eligibility signals and […]
Recurrent Miscarriage Work‑Up — Step‑by‑Step
This article explains recurrent miscarriage work‑up — step‑by‑step within the Fertility Testing & Diagnostics pathway. You’ll see who benefits, how timing affects outcomes, realistic costs, and decision rules to keep care simple and humane. Education Content 1) Definitions and where this fits in the journey. 2) Eligibility signals and when to escalate or pause. 3) […]
Legal Prep for Hospital & Birth Certificates
For LGBTQ+ parents-to-be, medical treatment is only part of the family-building journey. Legal preparation—especially around hospital procedures and birth certificates—is just as important. These steps influence outcomes, timelines, and budgets, while also ensuring your parental rights are fully protected. By preparing early, you can reduce uncertainty and move forward with confidence. What It Is Legal […]
Karyotype Testing — When Is It Worthwhile?
This article explains karyotype testing — when is it worthwhile? within the Fertility Testing & Diagnostics pathway. You’ll see who benefits, how timing affects outcomes, realistic costs, and decision rules to keep care simple and humane. Education Content 1) Definitions and where this fits in the journey. 2) Eligibility signals and when to escalate or […]
Compensation & Expenses — What’s Typical
Introduction When families consider donor pathways—whether eggs, embryos, or sperm—compensation and expenses are often top of mind. Beyond being a financial transaction, these elements shape outcomes, influence timelines, and affect the emotional experience for both donors and intended parents. Knowing what’s “typical” helps you plan realistically, avoid surprises, and move forward with confidence. What It […]
