Lotte Sørensen

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Single Parent Benefits – A Financial Guide for Solo Mums

If you're a single parent in the UK, you may be eligible for financial support and benefits like Universal Credit, Child Benefit, help with childcare costs, Council Tax reductions, and other local and national support. The support you can get depends on your personal circumstances, such as annual income, available savings, housing situation, employment status, and location.

Lotte SørensenJul 17, 2026

What Is a Sperm Donor?

A sperm donor is an individual who voluntarily provides their semen to help others conceive children. Donated sperm is mostly used by solo mums, same-sex couples and heterosexual couples who may not be able to have children otherwise, and is typically used as part of a fertility treatment. This article explains how sperm donation works, what sperm donation involves and how to become a donor.

Lotte SørensenMar 23, 2026

Having a Baby with a Sperm Donor

A sperm donor pregnancy is achieved through fertility treatment such as IUI or IVF using donor sperm, typically used by single women, same-sex couples, or couples with male infertility. Unregulated and informal donor arrangements are also possible, though less common. In this article, we’ll explore every aspect of getting pregnant with donor sperm, from the various treatment options available to the implications of home insemination. We’ll also answer a range of frequently asked questions and provide a step-by-step guide on how to get pregnant using a sperm donor.

Lotte SørensenMar 17, 2026

Same-sex family and parenting as an LGBT couple

A growing number of same-sex parents are choosing to have children and build a non-heteronormative family, often using donor sperm from a certified sperm bank. With improved access to fertility treatments and a more receptive legal environment, many LGBTQ+ couples can now make their dream of having children a reality. This article explains what a same-sex family is, answers the questions same-sex parents most commonly have including how to start a family, and summarises advantages and challenges when raising children as an LGBTQ+ couple.

Lotte SørensenMar 5, 2026

Single Mother by Choice: Everything You Need to Know

Becoming a single mother by choice takes courage. It’s not easy, but it is incredibly rewarding. And it is the right decision for many women. If you’re considering solo motherhood, you probably have a lot of questions.

Lotte SørensenFeb 27, 2026

Cost of fertility treatment with donor sperm

The cost of starting a family with donor sperm involves a lot more than the price of the sperm itself. In this article, you receive an overview of the cost of fertility treatment with donor sperm. It includes what you will be spending your money on when trying to conceive your dream child with price examples from four countries and four couples.

Lotte SørensenFeb 20, 2026