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Whether you're a solo mother, same-sex couple, or a couple needing fertility assistance, we’re here to offer insights, resources, and stories that empower you.

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Can two women have a baby? All you need to know about lesbian pregnancy options

Yes, two women can have a baby. Thanks to modern fertility treatment, thousands of lesbian couples across Europe start families every year. With fertility treatment like IUI, IVF, and reciprocal IVF, same-sex couples can build a family that feels uniquely theirs. In this article, we’ll explore the most common lesbian pregnancy options and explain how each treatment works. You’ll also find answers to frequently asked questions like “Can two women have a biological child?”, “How much does it cost for two females to have a baby? and “How can a sperm bank help to fulfill the dream of starting a family”
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What are the IVF Success Rates?

The average IVF success rate is around 30–40% per cycle for people under 35, gradually decreasing to 15–30% for those aged 35–40. However, IVF success rates depend on several factors, including age, overall health and any underlying fertility challenges. If you want to start a family using IVF, this article covers everything you need to know.
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IUI success rate: What to expect?

The IUI success rate ranges from 3% to 20% depending on several factors, including age, sperm quality and lifestyle. There’s a lot to know about intrauterine insemination (IUI), donor sperm and success rates, and understanding the statistics and their implications can be challenging. We’re here to help demystify IUI and answer your questions.
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I'm ready to be a single mother

This guide helps you answer the question “Am I ready to be a single mother”. We will provide you with a checklist and cover all aspects about the decision and the future before choosing to have a baby on your own such as emotional readiness, fertility planning, finances, support, donor conception, and practical logistics.
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Reciprocal IVF: A complete guide to shared motherhood

Reciprocal IVF is a unique option for same-sex couples wanting to start a family. At European Sperm Bank, we are here to guide you through the process and help you find the right sperm donor.
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Pregnancy options for lesbian couples: What you need to know

Many couples dream of becoming parents, and modern fertility treatments make this dream easier to achieve. This blog post focuses on the different options for fertility treatment if you want to start a same-sex family.
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