Assisted fertilization for two women
At Medicus, we have been helping female couples who want to become parents together since 2011. We know that the path to the child of your dreams can be both exciting and emotional – and our job is to make the process safe and tailored to you.
With us, you will meet a dedicated team that tailors the treatment based on your needs and follows you closely - with care all the way.
This page is made for those of you who are two women in a relationship – and who want help having children together.
Treatment options – what suits you best?
Assisted fertilization is a collective name for several different methods. Which treatment method is best for you depends on various factors such as age, egg quality and previous history. With the help of a fertility check, we find out what is the best option, based on your starting point.
We have divided the treatment methods to make it easier to navigate:
- Have you just started trying? Then simpler measures may be enough.
- Have you tried for a long time, or received treatment before? Then test tube treatment may be relevant.
- Do you have embryos in the freezer? Then we can use these in a new cycle.
- Has it been proven that one partner's eggs cannot be used? Then there are solutions with partner donation.
Simple treatment method – often the first step
Insemination treatment (IUI)
In insemination, sperm from a donor is placed directly into the uterus of the woman who is to become pregnant. The method can be a good first step for two women with no known fertility problems.
When more advanced help is needed – in vitro fertilization (IVF)
IVF – in vitro fertilization
In IVF, eggs are retrieved from the ovaries and fertilized with donor sperm in the laboratory. The fertilized egg is then placed back into the uterus. IVF may be considered if IUI does not work, or if fertility is reduced.
When you have embryos in storage
Freezing treatment (FER)
If you have frozen embryos from previous IVF attempts, these can be thawed and placed back into the uterus of the person who is going to get pregnant, without having to go through new hormone stimulation and egg retrieval.
Partner donation (ROPA)
Treatment with partner donation (ROPA)
In partner donation (also known as ROPA), one of you donates eggs, which are fertilized with donor sperm in the laboratory and inserted into your partner's uterus. This can be done both for medical reasons, or as a conscious desire for shared involvement from both partners.
Before we start treatment, we always start with a fertility check. This gives us important insight into the state of fertility – either in one of you, or both – and lays the foundation for a good course of treatment.
To get pregnant as two women, you need sperm from a donor. We use both Norwegian and Danish donors, and help you find the right solution adapted to the treatment you are going through.
Stories from other female couples
There are many emotions involved when you are going to become parents together. Several of our former patients have shared their stories – and many say that it was helpful to hear about other people's experiences along the way.
