For many people starting their fertility journey, home insemination is a low-cost, non-invasive first step to becoming a parent. This method involves placing sperm samples into the vagina using a syringe and can be done privately at home. Before performing home insemination, it’s helpful to understand a few key biological facts: Sperm can live up […]
Donor sperm that does not come from an FDA-approved sperm bank can put patients at serious risk for infectious disease. Alternative sources can also waste your money and precious time by providing ineffective samples. Furthermore, neither donors nor potential parent(s) are protected from the legal implications associated with tissue donation and parentage, which can open both […]
Artificial insemination is a safe and effective way to conceive a child if the person planning to carry has no underlying fertility issues. Two common methods include home insemination and intrauterine insemination (IUI). To illustrate how these methods work, let’s first look at what is needed for a successful pregnancy. Let’s start with the basics. […]
