Many trans people are interested in becoming parents and want to know their options. While many trans people may conceive on their own but a few might need assisted reproduction options. As hormone therapy and surgery may have an impact on your fertility, it is helpful to think about your fertility preservation options early.

Transgender Fertility Preservation at NewLife Fertility

At NewLife Fertility, we understand that many transgender individuals wish to explore parenthood. While some may conceive naturally, others may require assisted reproductive options. Hormone therapy and surgeries associated with gender transition can impact fertility, so it is important to consider fertility preservation early in the transition process.

Reproductive options for transgender people with sperm

For transgender women, extended estrogen exposure can affect testicular function and fertility. Cryopreservation of sperm, before starting hormone therapy, is the most effective method for preserving fertility. By freezing sperm prior to hormone treatment, transgender women can preserve the potential to become parents in the future.

Reproductive options for transgender people with ovaries

Transgender men have several fertility preservation options, including egg freezing (oocyte cryopreservation), embryo freezing, and ovarian tissue cryopreservation. These frozen eggs or embryos can later be used to establish a pregnancy through the individual’s own uterus, or by transferring embryos to a partner or gestational carrier.

Egg Freezing (Oocyte Cryopreservation)

Egg freezing is a key fertility preservation method for transgender men who wish to keep their options open for future family-building. The process involves stimulating your ovaries with hormones, followed by the retrieval of eggs, which are then frozen for later use. Although some eggs may not survive the freezing and thawing process, recent advancements have significantly improved success rates, giving you the opportunity to try for pregnancy when you’re ready.

Embryo Freezing

Embryo freezing is similar to egg freezing, but with the additional step of fertilizing the eggs with sperm, which can come from a partner, co-parent, or donor. The fertilized embryos are then frozen for long-term storage, with higher success rates than egg freezing alone. These embryos can be used for in vitro fertilization (IVF), either with your own uterus or through a surrogate, when you’re ready to start a family.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long can I store my eggs, sperm, embryos, or reproductive tissue for future treatment?
If you choose to store your eggs, sperm, embryos, or reproductive tissue, they can be preserved for future use in fertility treatments. These materials are cryopreserved (frozen) to maintain their viability over time. It’s important to consider how long you may want or need to store your reproductive tissue, as well as the associated storage costs. At NewLife Fertility, we offer long-term storage options and will guide you through the process.

How will my eggs, sperm, or reproductive tissue be used in treatment?
Once your eggs, sperm, or embryos are stored, they can be used in various fertility treatments when you’re ready to pursue pregnancy. For stored eggs, they must be fertilized with sperm using advanced methods like intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) or IVF. The resulting embryos will be transferred to the uterus of your choice, whether it’s your own (if you’ve preserved your uterus), a partner, or a surrogate.

For stored sperm, it can be used in intrauterine insemination (IUI) or combined with eggs for IVF or ICSI. It’s important to note that if you stopped hormone therapy to collect and store sperm, the sperm quality may be impacted, though advances in fertility treatments can still help maximize your chances of success.

What kind of tests will I need before storing my eggs, sperm, or embryos?
Before freezing your eggs, sperm, or embryos, you’ll need to undergo screening for infectious diseases and genetic conditions. These tests are typically done via blood work. At NewLife Fertility, we’re here to ensure that you’re fully informed and supported throughout each step of your fertility preservation journey.

Take the First Step Toward Parenthood

At NewLife Fertility, we offer compassionate, expert guidance through every step of your fertility preservation journey, ensuring you feel supported and informed. Contact us today to learn how we can help you protect your future fertility and start your family when the time is right.

Trans Fertility Preservation

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Transgender Fertility Preservation at NewLife Fertility

Reproductive options for transgender people with sperm

Reproductive options for transgender people with ovaries

Egg Freezing (Oocyte Cryopreservation)

Embryo Freezing

Frequently Asked Questions

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Trans Fertility Preservation

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Transgender Fertility Preservation at NewLife Fertility

Reproductive options for transgender people with sperm

Reproductive options for transgender people with ovaries

Egg Freezing (Oocyte Cryopreservation)

Embryo Freezing

Frequently Asked Questions

Take the First Step Toward Parenthood

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