Female Same-Sex Couples
Deciding to extend your family is a big decision, but it is also an exciting one.
Now that you and your partner have made the decision to have a baby, we can offer you a number of fertility treatment options that are designed to suit your specific needs. In the coming months you will both have some important decisions to make, but please be reassured that we will be here to help and guide you, throughout your journey, every step of the way.
Starting your fertility journey
Understanding how likely it might be for you and your partner to conceive naturally is a great place to start. Fertility testing helps to pinpoint any fertility problems, will give you a broader understanding of your fertility potential and could mean that you are one step closer to becoming a parent.
Fertility testing options
Fertility testing not only gives you answers, it can also help reassure you, give you peace of mind and help you decide which partner might be best suited to complete a pregnancy. We have a number of tests available.
Fertility treatments
As a same-sex female couple, you will likely need a fertility treatment intervention to help you realise your dreams of having a baby. You will also need donor sperm for a number of fertility treatments. Sperm can be donated by a known or unknown donor so we will guide you through both options. If you prefer an unknown donor, we can help you find a suitable one through our highly regulated sperm bank or the network of high quality sperm banks with whom we collaborate.
Remember, we are here to help. We offer a number of fertility treatment options which could be suitable and we will be there to guide you throughout the entire process.
IVF with Donor Sperm
A process where an egg is fertilised using donated sperm, offering a path to parenthood for those who cannot use their own sperm due to fertility challenges or personal circumstances.
Shared Motherhood
This process would involve both partners undergoing scans, appointments and a stimulation process, with one partner going through the IVF process to produce eggs.
IVF with Donor Embryos
A treatment involving the creation and use of embryos from frozen eggs and sperm, providing future opportunities for pregnancy and family building through advanced reproductive technology.
Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET)
A process where a previously frozen embryo, created through IVF, is thawed and transferred to the womb, offering another chance at pregnancy without undergoing a full IVF cycle.
In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)
A treatment where eggs are fertilised by sperm in a lab, then transferred to the womb, offering hope to individuals or couples facing difficulties conceiving naturally.
Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
Sometimes conventional IVF needs a helping hand. Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) is a lab technique that may be appropriate for you, if your sperm needs a bit of extra help to achieve successful fertilisation.
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
A fertility treatment where sperm is placed directly into the womb during ovulation, helping to increase the likelihood of sperm reaching and fertilising an egg.
IUI with Donor Sperm
A treatment where donated sperm is carefully placed into the womb during ovulation, supporting individuals or couples unable to conceive with their own sperm.
PGT-A (Genetic testing)
A screening method used during IVF to check embryos for chromosomal abnormalities, helping to select the healthiest embryos for transfer, enhancing the chances of a successful pregnancy.
Treatments Using a Donor
Assisted reproductive treatments that involve the use of donated sperm, eggs, or embryos to help individuals or couples achieve pregnancy when using their own may not be possible.
Specialist services
Donor Programme
Having IVF treatment with donor eggs or sperm at one of our East of England clinics could
Endometriosis clinic
Bourn Hall has developed a tailored service to address the unique needs of those women with endometriosis
Fertility Health and Wellbeing
For most people, fertility health and wellbeing will never be an issue. Around 80% of people trying
Miscarriage Clinic
Investigating and overcoming early pregnancy loss after natural conception or after fertility treatment.
Fertility preservation options
Preserving your fertility gives you options. If you may want a child in the future but need to undergo a treatment that could make this difficult, fertility preservation could be for you.
Egg freezing
A process where eggs are collected and preserved through freezing, allowing individuals to store healthy eggs for future use, offering flexibility and reassurance for those wishing to delay pregnancy.
Embryo freezing
A process where embryos, created through IVF, are frozen and stored, allowing couples or individuals the chance to use them for future attempts at pregnancy when the timing feels right.
Our shared motherhood options:
Shared motherhood: one partner provides the eggs and the other carries the pregnancy.
Shared motherhood and egg-sharing: one partner provides half their eggs to the other and shares the remainder with others wanting to start a family.
Shared motherhood with both partners egg-sharing: both partners share and both have the opportunity to carry the pregnancy.
Dual donation: one partner provides the eggs to the other. She, then, donates her eggs to others wanting to start a family.
If you’re unsure about who will provide eggs and who will carry the pregnancy, we would advise both of you to have the following tests:
– Blood test to measure your ovarian reserve
– Blood tests to determine your thyroid levels
– Internal scan to check your uterus and ovaries.
Once you’ve both had positive results from these tests, you will have an extended consultation to discuss and plan your treatment.
Typically, treatment costs from £13,500, including donor sperm costs. We will provide you with a more detailed quote following your consultation.
Flexible Pricing Options
To help make your treatment affordable and achievable, we offer fixed price treatment package options and a variety of finance solutions for patients looking to spread all or part of the cost of their treatment.
Explore our prices
Discover our prices and finance options, making treatments more accessible for you.
Book a 15 minute discovery call
Schedule a discovery call to find out which tests and treatments are right for you.
Fertility funding partners we work with:
We’re incredibly proud of our success rates
At Bourn Hall, you can be assured of the best chances of having a baby within the shortest possible time. If you are under 35, you have a 73%* chance of falling pregnant within one year.
*Data from 2021
Younger than 35
If you are under 35, you have a 73% chance of falling pregnant within one year.
35 to 39 years old
If you are 35-37 years old and you continue treatment with Bourn Hall, you have a 63% (50% for 38-39 year olds) chance of getting pregnant (pregnancy seen on scan) within one year.
40+ years old
If you are a female aged over 40 and you continue treatment with Bourn Hall, you have about a 25% chance of getting pregnant within one year.
Patient reviews you can trust
Genuine experiences from real patients. See why so many trust us with their fertility care.
“We went to an open evening at Bourn Hall Wickford and came away feeling really positive about the place. The staff were really friendly and the presentation was clear about the statistics regarding success rates and live birth rates; their data was very transparent. We came away feeling like we would really be looked after.”
Katy and Leigh are parents to Charlie after IVF
Patient 2023
“We chose to make an appointment at Bourn Hall Wickford because of the favourable reviews. When we got there and met the staff they were just so lovely, making us feel welcome and explaining to us what tests would need to be done and what our options were; we just thought ‘yes, let’s get the ball rolling!”
Jess and Fran are mums to Nathan after IVF with donor sperm
Patient 2023
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Our Fertility Events
Join our experts at a range of events including support groups, webinars and open evenings. Learn more about the options available to you, including fertility tests and treatments, and get the answers to any questions you might have.
Frequently asked questions
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