CCRM FERTILITY CLINICS IN NEW JERSEY
IUI treatment for lesbian couples in New Jersey
IUI treatment
For same-sex female couples, there are many options available to help you create your family. If the desire is for one partner to provide the eggs and carry the pregnancy, IVF may not be necessary. IUI (intrauterine insemination) is often the first form of fertility intervention for a patient to consider. IUI is a fertility treatment that uses a catheter to place a number of washed sperm directly into the uterus. The sperm then quickly reaches the fallopian tubes, where fertilization of the egg should take place. IUI is most often used for patients with open fallopian tubes and normal sperm, in combination with fertility medications such as Clomid or FSH injections.
IUI is often overused in fertility treatment and, in conjunction with fertility medications, can lead to a significantly increased risk for multiple births.
IUI success rates
When looking at IUI as a means of fertility treatment, several factors should be considered. Though IUI is a less expensive treatment as compared to IVF, its success rates are also significantly lower. Most studies show success rates between 5 and 15% for IUI, while IVF pregnancy rates for many patients are 5 to 10 times higher, making the overall cost per live birth much lower for IVF than for IUI.
An Overview Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a fertility treatment that offers a supportive path to parenthood for lesbian couples. This process involves directly inserting sperm into the uterus, enhancing the chances of fertilization by timing it with the ovulation cycle. IUI is a popular option for lesbian couples, as it is less invasive and more affordable than other fertility treatments. That said, IUI success rates are also significantly lower. Most studies show success rates between 5 and 15% for IUI, while IVF pregnancy rates for many patients are 5 to 10 times higher, making the overall cost per live birth much lower for IVF than for IUI.
Benefits of IUI for same-sex female couples
IUI for lesbian couples is particularly beneficial as it allows both partners to be physically involved in the conception process. It’s often seen as a first-line treatment due to its relative simplicity and lower cost compared to IVF. Moreover, IUI can be synchronized with the natural menstrual cycle or with fertility medications to increase effectiveness.
Sperm donor selection for same-sex female couples
Selecting a sperm donor is a significant step for same-sex female couples considering IUI. They may choose an anonymous donor from a sperm bank, which offers extensive medical and genetic screening, or a known donor with whom they feel personally comfortable. The donor’s sperm is prepared through a process called sperm washing to enhance the potential for successful fertilization.
Donation services
New Jersey locations
Livingston, NJ
94 Old Short Hills Rd., Suite 403, East Wing
Livingston, NJ 07039
Phone: (973) 548-9900
Fax: (973) 548-9500
Hours
Office hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Monitoring hours: Monday – Sunday: 6:00am – 9:30am
Clark, NJ
100 Walnut Ave., Suite 104
Clark, NJ 07066
Phone: (732) 943-7169
Fax: (732) 943-7179
Hours
Office hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
(Monday evening appointments available)
Monitoring hours: Monday – Sunday: 6:30am-9:30am
Jersey City, NJ
66 York St., Suite 301
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Phone: (201) 275-0010
Fax: (201) 918-4531
Hours
Office hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Monitoring hours: Monday – Friday: 6:15am – 9:00am
Old Bridge, NJ
2 Hospital Plaza, Suite 330
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Phone: (732) 786-7900
Fax: (732) 786-7392
Hours
Office hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
(Thursday evening appointments available)
Monitoring hours: Monday – Sunday: 6:00am -8:30am
Princeton, NJ
8 Forrestal Rd., Suite 204
Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone: (609) 448-4300
Fax: (609) 448-4377
Hours
Office hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
(Monday evening appointments available)
Monitoring hours: Monday – Friday: 6:30am – 9:00am
Staten Island, NY
1441 South Ave., Suite 201
Staten Island, NY 10311
Phone: (718) 697-0255
Fax: (718) 521-6151
Hours
Office hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
(evening hours available by request)
Monitoring hours: Monday – Friday: 6:00 – 8:30am
Teaneck, NJ
400 Frank W. Burr Blvd., Glenpointe, Suite 145
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Phone: (201) 645-1873
Fax: (201) 645-1872
Hours
Office hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
(Monday evening appointments available)
Monitoring hours: Monday – Friday: 7:00am – 9:00am
Wall, NJ
3350 Highway 138, Suite 225
Wall, NJ 07719
Phone: (732) 540-1444
Fax: (978) 244-5155
Hours
Office hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:30am – 2:30pm
(extended afternoon telehealth hours on Wednesdays)
Monitoring hours: Monday-Friday: 6:30am – 9:00am