This guide breaks down the most common paths to parenthood, explains how each works, and helps you make informed decisions about which might be right for you.
At Conceivio, we believe every story deserves understanding, support, and expert care because every family’s journey is unique.
Fertility treatments are medical techniques that help people conceive when natural conception isn’t possible or isn’t the chosen path. They support individuals and couples experiencing infertility, same-sex female couples who want biological children, and single people pursuing single motherhood by choice or solo parenthood.
Here are some of the most common treatments:
Each treatment serves a different purpose, and the best choice depends on factors like fertility health, age, relationship status, and personal preferences.
For heterosexual couples, fertility treatment is usually considered after trying to conceive naturally for 12 months without success (or six months if the woman is over 35). This is the standard definition of infertility. At that point, both partners should undergo initial fertility testing including hormone tests, semen analysis, and ultrasound scans to identify possible causes.
Outcomes vary based on age, health, and the underlying cause of infertility. IVF success rates average around 40% per cycle for women under 35, with rates decreasing as age increases. Globally, heterosexual couples make up about 70–80% of all fertility treatment cases, but that share is shifting as more individuals and LGBTQ+ couples seek care.
Fertility care provides female same-sex couples with empowering ways to share in the journey of creating a family. With options like donor sperm insemination and reciprocal IVF, both partners can participate in the process biologically or physically.
In many countries, female same-sex couples account for 10–15% of fertility patients. Laws in places like Denmark, the Netherlands, the UK, and Canada make these services widely available, and demand continues to grow as more nations update their policies to support LGBTQ+ fertility options.
Single motherhood by choice is becoming increasingly common. Many women choose to have children independently, whether they haven’t found the right partner, want to take control of their reproductive timeline, or simply feel ready to become a parent on their own.
In Europe and North America, single women now represent 20–30% of fertility patients. This trend reflects changing cultural attitudes, improved access to inclusive fertility care, and greater awareness of the options available to single parents.
For male couples, surrogacy for gay couples is often the most direct way to have a biological child. It involves creating embryos with donor eggs and sperm from one or both partners, then transferring an embryo into a gestational carrier.
Surrogacy laws vary around the world. In the United States, Canada, and parts of Europe and Latin America, it’s legal and regulated. In other regions, it may be restricted or banned. As laws evolve, more male couples are pursuing surrogacy, making it a key part of LGBTQ+ fertility options.
Laws and cultural attitudes around fertility care differ widely. Some countries allow all adults access to assisted reproduction, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, or marital status. Others limit access to heterosexual or married couples.
Despite these differences, the global trend is clear: fertility care is becoming more inclusive, compassionate, and supportive of diverse families.
Choosing the right clinic is one of the most important decisions in your fertility journey. Here’s what to look for:
At Conceivio, we’re committed to inclusive fertility care that respects and celebrates all family types. Our app offers personalised treatment plans, expert legal support, and cutting-edge medical care to help you achieve your dream of parenthood.
There’s no single way to build a family. Whether you’re a couple facing infertility, a same-sex couple exploring donor or surrogacy options, or someone pursuing single motherhood by choice, today’s fertility treatments make parenthood possible for more people than ever before.
From IVF for couples and donor sperm insemination to reciprocal IVF and surrogacy for gay couples, these treatments offer hope, flexibility, and opportunity. If you’re wondering how to become a parent with fertility treatment, the options are broader, more accessible, and more inclusive than ever.
At Conceivio, we’re here to guide and support you at every step. Our mission is to help individuals and couples grow their families through science, care, and compassion. If you’re ready to take the next step toward building the family you’ve always dreamed of, reach out to us today and let’s start your journey to parenthood together.
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