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Stigma for Those Who Can’t Conceive Naturally

There are lots of different reasons why people feel there is a stigma attached to talking about fertility issues, we explore them in this blog.

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Surrogacy

Surrogacy is a way that people who cannot carry a pregnancy themselves can still be the biological p…

Being a Single Parent – How To Start Your Own Family, By Yourself

As a single person, there are various ways to become a parent. So, where do you start? In this blog, on our website and through our dedicated channel of experts, we can help you to explore your options.

How Are The Fertility Needs Of Trans & Gender-Diverse People Being Met?

How are the needs of trans and gender-diverse people being met, while they are undergoing fertility treatment?

History of the LGBT+ community and fertility

Equality of opportunity and equal rights for all, is still very much a work in progress. However, in the last 30 years, many changes have taken place and the rights and feelings of trans, non-binary, lesbian and gay individuals, are gradually becoming more accepted in society as a whole.

How to start your fertility journey as a solo parent

There has been an increase in the number of single people choosing IVF or other ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) options, in order to start their family.

I’m Single And Want To Be a Parent – What Support Is Available For Me?

We explore the support for people deciding to parent without a partner and a number of ways in which this can be achieved with assisted reproductive techniques (ART).

IVF Treatment Using a Sperm Donor

Why choose to use a sperm donor. A sperm donor can help all types of people build families. Sperm donors may choose to stay anonymous or be identified, depending on how and where they donate. Find out more about IVF using sperm donors in our blog.