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Latest blog posts

How Much Does IVF Cost?

The cost of IVF (In vitro fertilization) varies between clinics and countries. It depends on the price of each IVF cycle, donor sperm prices, medication, testing and additional treatments such as ICSI or embryo freezing. This guide lists the factors that influence the cost of IVF with and without donor sperm, and gives you a more realistic insight into what you can expect to pay.

Anne ChristensenOct 29, 2026

Fertility treatment cost in 2026

The cost of fertility treatment depends on multiple factors including treatment type, tests, medication, administration fees and more. In this article, you receive an overview of the cost of fertility treatment with and without donor sperm with price examples from four countries and four couples.

Anne ChristensenOct 28, 2026

IVF Timeline: What Happens From Start To Finish?

An active IVF cycle typically takes six to eight weeks from initial consultation to pregnancy test. However, the exact timeline varies considerably depending on treatment specifics, and cycles using fresh embryos, frozen embryos and PGT embryos will follow different timelines. This guide details the IVF timeline and tells you everything you need to know about what happens and when during treatment.

Anne ChristensenOct 27, 2026

Semen Retention: What Is It, How Does It Work, and Is It Healthy?

Semen retention is the practice of intentionally avoiding ejaculation by refraining from masturbation and sexual intercourse. There is no strong evidence that semen retention benefits sperm quality, the likelihood of conceiving or general health. This article provides an evidence-based overview of sperm retention, details the sperm lifecycle, and explains the purported benefits and risks.

Anne ChristensenOct 15, 2026

Involuntary Childlessness: Meaning, Causes and Ways Forward

Involuntary childlessness refers to the situation where someone wants to have children but cannot because of circumstances beyond their control. These circumstances can include infertility or reproductive health conditions, relationship status, age-related fertility changes, unsuccessful fertility treatment, financial barriers, or other lifestyle considerations.

Anne ChristensenOct 13, 2026

10 of Our Favourite Children’s Books About Donor Conception & Diverse Families

Research shows that talking to donor-conceived children about their origins as early as possible is beneficial for their well-being and self-identity. It is important to recognise that you don’t need a perfect explanation. Instead, you want stories that make space for yours and allow children to see themselves and their families in print.

Vania SparroOct 5, 2026