LGBT+ fertility

There are reproductive options for LGBT+ people

In recent years, the entire world has witnessed significant progress in rights for sexual diversity and gender minorities. Although at an uneven pace, Mexico has been no exception. There are more and more places where LGBT+ couples can marry, adopt, and access LGBT+ fertility treatments.

Scientific advances have also been significant, resulting in an ever-growing range of options for LGBT+ couples who wish to have babies that share genetic information with one or both of them. Here is an explanation of the most commonly used and proven methods.

LGBT+ fertility options:

• Reciprocal IVF (ROPA): The ROPA method is an option that allows both partners to be emotionally and biologically involved in the pregnancy. Also known as reciprocal in vitro fertilization, it is not a pregnancy using eggs from two women. This treatment consists of one person donating an egg, which will follow the in vitro process and will be transferred to their partner's uterus. In in vitro fertilization for same-sex couples, the pregnancy will continue in the second person's uterus in the same way that pregnancies with egg donation develop. 

• Egg freezing: This is a procedure that has become increasingly popular among people who want to wait to have babies. It is also an excellent option for trans men who are about to start hormone therapy and do not want to give up the possibility of conceiving, as testosterone therapy leads to anovulation and amenorrhea. Although it is possible for someone who has undergone this treatment to regain their menstrual cycle, the long-term effects of testosterone on fertility are not yet known with certainty. This procedure begins with a hormone injection that causes the ovaries to produce multiple mature eggs. Afterward, laboratory technicians freeze and store the eggs until you feel ready to use them. In this article we explain every detail of this treatment.

• Intrauterine insemination: This is a procedure in which laboratory technicians separate the semen from the sperm. Then, the specialist inserts the sperm directly into the uterus to increase the chances of pregnancy. Sometimes it can be accompanied by a hormonal treatment to encourage ovulation. This insemination technique for female couples must be performed by a medical specialist. Here we tell you everything about this technique.

LGBT fertility:the best is yet to come!

We live in a time of rapid and constant change, so it is possible that new assisted fertility alternatives designed for the LGBT+ community will emerge in the coming years. Today, there are already several viable options for those who wish to form a diverse, loving, and happy family, without the need to adapt to traditional norms. If you or someone you know is thinking about pursuing any of these treatments, book an appointment here! At Fertilidad Integral, we are here to help.