Sperm Donation
Sperm Donation Sperm donation is an essential part of assisted reproductive technologies, offering hope to many individuals and couples facing fertility challenges. In Greece, particularly in Athens, sperm donation is a well-established and strictly regulated practice. It allows single women, same-sex female couples, and couples with male infertility issues to achieve pregnancy through in vitro […]
Intrauterine Insemination – IUI
Intrauterine Insemination – IUI What is Intrauterine Insemination – IUI? Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is a form of assisted reproduction used to enhance the chances of conception. It involves placing sperm directly into the uterus during ovulation, allowing sperm to bypass the cervix and reach the egg easier. This procedure increases the likelihood of fertilization, especially […]
Egg Donation
Egg Donation Egg donation is a crucial component of assisted reproductive technology, offering hope to individuals and couples unable to conceive with their own eggs. The process involves retrieving eggs from a donor, fertilizing them in a laboratory, and transferring the resulting embryos to the recipient’s uterus. Greece, and particularly Athens, has become a leading […]
Embryo transfer
An embryo transfer is a critical step in the in vitro fertilization (IVF) process. It involves transferring a fertilized embryo into the woman’s uterus. This procedure aims to establish a successful pregnancy. Greece, particularly Athens, has become a popular destination for IVF treatments. High medical standards, experienced professionals, and competitive costs make it attractive to […]
LGBTQ+ Community: Colourful Families claim their rights on Happiness
The recognition of LGBTQ+ parenthood is a long-standing demand of the gay community, both in Greece and abroad. The debate is intense, and aims in the revision of the relevant national legislation. People interested aim to include in the argument the case of LGBTQ+ people who wish to create their own family. The lack of […]
IVF: Causes and Stages
When proven fruitless, the journey to parenthood might become a source of great stress and anxiety for the couple. All the more so when the need for IVF arises. How simple is an IVF attempt and what is the preparation that needs to be done in order to significantly increase success rates? Here at Gyn […]
Infertility
Infertility is a medical term used to describe the inability of a person, or a couple, to conceive naturally. This condition can affect anyone, regardless of gender, sex or age. According to research, around 15% of couples trying to conceive will fail to do so while following traditional methods. Infertility problems affect women and men […]
Cryopreservation of oocytes
What is cryopreservation of oocytes? Cryopreservation of oocytes, also known as egg freezing, is a procedure during which the eggs of a woman (oocytes) are collected, frozen and stored in order to be used in a future IVF cycle. It has been used since the late 1980s, with the first human birth from a froze […]
In vitro fertilization at 35
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a series of procedures used to achieve conception and pregnancy. It is often used in cases of infertility. This means that the couple has been trying to conceive naturally for 6 months or more, without success. During an IVF cycle, a reproductive health expert will collect mature eggs from the […]
Cryopreservation of Embryos
Cryopreservation of Embryos What is cryopreservation of embryos? Cryopreservation of embryos, also called embryo freezing, is a process used to conserve fertilized eggs for in vitro fertilization (IVF) or future use. It is a revolutionary method, which is used globally as a part of a successful IVF journey. Embryo cryopreservation was originally achieved successfully in […]