Preparing for pregnancy as a non-binary person will involve a few extra steps to ensure your mental and physical health is supported throughout the process.
Adoption Options For The LGBTQ+ Community Handbook
This informative handbook provides an overview of adoption options for LGBTQ+ individuals. It includes: Legal information all LGBTQ+ individuals should know when deciding to adopt
Family Building for the Trans Community
This handbook is designed for transgender individuals who are thinking about parenthood. It includes information on: Fertility preservation prior to gender confirmation surgery and hormone
Guide to In Vitro Fertilization for People Working with an Egg Donor and Surrogate
If you are planning on working with an egg donor and a gestational carrier as a means to have a baby, in vitro fertilization (IVF)
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
One of the most heartbreaking experiences that someone can experience is recurrent pregnancy loss or miscarriage. Unfortunately, recurrent pregnancy loss is common. As many as
What is In Vitro Fertilization?
In vitro fertilization (IVF)is a form of assisted reproductive technology. In IVF, sperm are combined with an egg or eggs in a Petri dish in
What is Intrauterine Insemination?
Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a low tech form of assisted reproductive technology, which is typically performed in a doctor’s office. When individuals or couples begin
How to Give and Receive an Injection: A Guide For Fertility Treatment Patients and their Partners
Oftentimes, these medications are given by injection into the fat just under the skin (subcutaneous) or in the muscle (intramuscular). You may choose to do
Questions to Ask at your First Fertility Clinic Visit
Your first fertility clinic visit can be overwhelming. You’re bound to have many questions that you inevitably forget when you’re face-to-face with your doctor. Review
Acupuncture, Stress, and In Vitro Fertilization
Acupuncture refers to the administering of disposable, one time use needles which are hair- fine and flexible. These needles are inserted into specific areas of
Supporting the Bi+ Community on the Path to Parenthood
Research is beginning to suggest that members of the bi+ community who have children in the context of a different-sex relationship may be more likely to experience depression and anxiety symptoms in the postpartum period. The speculation is that during the transition to parenthood, there is a loss of identity around sexual orientation and a feeling of disconnection from the LGBTQ+ community. The suggestions here aim to keep you connected to your identity throughout the pregnancy and parenthood journey.
2019 LGBTQ Family Building Guide
Our 2019 LGBTQ Family Building Guide is designed to help hopeful parents learn more about all approaches to family building and reproductive health for the LGBTQ community. All articles are written by experts in their fields, and the Guide is available to download or read online.