Infertility affects many people in Minnesota. For this reason, some women become surrogate mothers to bring joy to others. And some do so to help same-sex couples build families. Gestational surrogacy is permitted in Minnesota, provided involved parties meet set...
Egg freezing is an assisted reproductive technique that collects and stores mature eggs that, when thawed and fertilized later, will hopefully result in a pregnancy. While the process has been most commonly sought by women and couples with health risks related to...
According to statistics released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a trend has emerged for women putting off childbirth into their 40s and many in their mid-to-late 40s. Experts cite several reasons for the development, but improved access to...
Most of us have heard about infertility, especially Minnesotans who have experienced challenges in trying to get pregnant. While not all causes of infertility are known, many pursue assisted reproductive technologies (ART), such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), when...
Despite the massive disruptions the pandemic created starting in March of 2020, the number of in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles increased in Minnesota that year. Statistics from the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART) also show the state’s IVF...
In vitro fertilization (IVF) has been a revolutionary advancement for those with fertility issues and same-sex couples. Dramatic improvements have occurred since the first baby was born using IVF in 1978. Success rates, initially in the single digits, are now close to...
Many people donate eggs or sperm to help couples or individuals with fertility issues realize their dreams of having a family. While many donate out of kindness, some may also do it for financial reasons, as qualifying gamete donors can receive enticing compensation...
Couples and individuals trying to get pregnant are often caught off-guard when fertility issues arise. Infertility is defined as unsuccessfully “trying for one year” to get pregnant for women under 35 but six months of trying for those over 35. Infertility is highly...
Surrogacy provides options to those who need to take a different course than traditional pregnancy for building their families. It’s a crucial option for individuals or couples with fertility issues and gay couples, but the process can be somewhat confusing depending...
In mid-December, three U.S. lawmakers made history by unveiling the first federal legislation aimed at protecting access to assisted reproductive technology (ART). Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois), Sen. Patty Murray (D-Washington) and Rep. Susan Wild (D-Pennsylvania)...