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What is Reciprocal IVF?

Reciprocal IVF, also referred to as co-maternity, is a unique fertility treatment designed for same-sex female couples, allowing both partners to actively participate in the conception and pregnancy process. This treatment enables one partner to contribute the eggs (genetic material), while the other partner carries the pregnancy, creating a deeply shared experience of parenthood. It’s a powerful option for couples who want both partners to have a biological and emotional connection to their child.

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How Does Reciprocal IVF Work?

Reciprocal IVF is similar to traditional IVF but involves two partners with distinct roles. Here’s a detailed explanation of the process:

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Step 1: Ovarian Stimulation and Egg Retrieval
The egg-providing partner undergoes ovarian stimulation with fertility medications to produce multiple eggs, which are then retrieved through a minor surgical procedure under sedation.
Step2: Sperm Donation and Fertilization
The retrieved eggs are fertilized with donor sperm, either through traditional IVF or ICSI, to increase the chances of successful fertilization.
Step 3: Embryo Development
Fertilized eggs develop into embryos, which are monitored for quality before selecting the best ones for transfer.
Step 4: Embryo Transfer
The healthiest embryos are transferred into the uterus of the partner who will carry the pregnancy using a simple, non-invasive procedure.

Advantages of Reciprocal IVF

Shared Biological Connection
Both partners in a same-sex female couple can be biologically connected to their child, with one providing the eggs and the other carrying the pregnancy.
Emotional Bonding
Reciprocal IVF enhances emotional bonding as both partners are actively involved in different aspects of the pregnancy.
Personalized Family Building
Couples can customize their family-building journey by deciding who will provide the eggs and who will carry the pregnancy.
High Success Rates
This method has high success rates, especially when the egg provider is younger and healthy.
Empowerment and Inclusivity
Reciprocal IVF allows both partners to fully participate in the reproductive process, making it inclusive and empowering.
Flexibility
Couples can choose their sperm donor, whether anonymous or known, for further personalization.
Control Over Genetics
One partner contributes genetics while the other carries the pregnancy, allowing both to play unique roles in the child’s development.

Advantages of Reciprocal IVF

Shared Biological Connection
Both partners in a same-sex female couple can be biologically connected to their child, with one providing the eggs and the other carrying the pregnancy.
Emotional Bonding
Reciprocal IVF enhances emotional bonding as both partners are actively involved in different aspects of the pregnancy.
Personalized Family Building
Couples can customize their family-building journey by deciding who will provide the eggs and who will carry the pregnancy.
High Success Rates
This method has high success rates, especially when the egg provider is younger and healthy.
Empowerment and Inclusivity
Reciprocal IVF allows both partners to fully participate in the reproductive process, making it inclusive and empowering.
Flexibility
Couples can choose their sperm donor, whether anonymous or known, for further personalization.
Control Over Genetics
One partner contributes genetics while the other carries the pregnancy, allowing both to play unique roles in the child’s development.
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Who Can Benefit from Reciprocal IVF?

Reciprocal IVF is ideal for same-sex female couples who want both partners to have an active role in creating and carrying their child. It is particularly beneficial for couples where both partners have good reproductive health and want to share the responsibilities and joys of both genetic contribution and pregnancy.

Success Rates and Considerations

Success rates for Reciprocal IVF depend on the age and health of the egg-providing partner, the quality of the sperm, and the reproductive health of the partner carrying the pregnancy. Younger women typically have higher success rates due to better egg quality, and a healthy uterine environment is essential for successful pregnancy.

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