Parenting is a priceless gift that brings fulfillment and joy. However, not everyone has the ability to reproduce naturally. The good news is there is always the option of getting a sperm donor. Choosing a sperm donor comes with its fair share of concerns for both...
Surrogacy continues to be a popular option for many couples wishing to start a family. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 2% of all assisted reproductive technology (ART) cycles in the United States involve a gestational carrier....
Sperm donation, and the use of sperm donors while trying to conceive a child, have been possible for decades. But in recent years, studies have found that there has been “precipitous growth.” This is becoming far more popular than it used to be, along with other...
If you’ve been trying to conceive for a while and haven’t had success, in vitro fertilization (IVF) might be a path you’re considering. With so much information available online and among colleagues, it’s natural to wonder if IVF is the right choice for your...
If you are planning to have a child through a surrogate, you need to take time to find the right person. And after you find a surrogate who checks all your boxes, you should consider drafting a surrogacy contract, even if the party is a loved one. Here is why an...
If you are in a same-sex marriage setting and considering parenthood, one of the options available in California is surrogacy. This involves selecting a surrogate to carry and give birth to a child on behalf of intended parents. The process of choosing a surrogate...
Embryos are sometimes frozen to assist with different types of reproductive technology, such as IVF, or in vitro fertilization. These embryos can then be stored while they are frozen, and the vast majority of them will survive. In fact, according to John Hopkins...
Are you considering building your family through sperm donation? It’s crucial to establish clear expectations from the outset. In California, where sperm donation is legal, a well-crafted contract between the intended parents and the donor can offer invaluable...
Broadly speaking, men are capable of fathering children all of their adult lives. However, there’s no escaping the fact that a woman’s age can be limiting when it comes to her fertility options. However, new research challenges the conventional wisdom that “35 is the...
Not everyone can have or wants to have, a child in the traditional manner involving sexual intercourse between a man and a woman. Fortunately, several other options exist. Unfortunately, some of these options are coming under attack from those who hold a conservative...