Building the family of your dreams involves making choices that are right for you. If you’re looking to balance the genders of your children, family balancing can help you achieve that goal. With the latest fertility technology, Fertility Point offers a range of options to assist couples in choosing the gender of their baby, all while maintaining the highest ethical and medical standards.
Family balancing is the practice of using assisted reproductive technologies (ART) to choose the gender of your child. This method is often sought by couples who may already have children of one gender and wish to have a child of the opposite gender. Family balancing can be done through various fertility treatments, including IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) and sex selection techniques.
Family balancing works through advanced fertility treatments that allow for gender selection before conception. This is typically done through IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) combined with Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS) or Sperm Sorting. Here's how each method works:
IVF with Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS)
Ovarian Stimulation: The process begins with ovarian stimulation to produce multiple eggs. These eggs are retrieved and fertilized with the sperm in the laboratory.
Embryo Development: The fertilized embryos are cultured for several days until they are ready for testing.
Gender Selection: Using PGS, each embryo is tested to determine its gender. This screening allows the selection of embryos of the desired gender, which are then prepared for implantation into the uterus.
Embryo Transfer: One or more embryos of the selected gender are transferred into the woman’s uterus, and pregnancy is closely monitored.
Sperm Sorting
Sperm Separation: This method involves sorting the sperm into those carrying the X chromosome (female) and those carrying the Y chromosome (male). The sperm of the desired gender is then used for insemination.
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI): Once the sperm is sorted, it is used for IUI, where the sperm is directly placed into the uterus to increase the chances of fertilization. This method is typically used when couples prefer a less invasive option than IVF.
Family balancing might be the right choice for you if:
You wish to have children of both genders and have a specific family dynamic in mind.
You’ve had multiple pregnancies of one gender and are hoping for the opposite.
You are considering the social or emotional benefits of having a balanced gender mix in your family.
You are looking to prevent gender-related genetic disorders by selecting a specific gender (in some cases).
Consultation: Your journey toward family balancing begins with a detailed consultation at Fertility Point. During this session, our fertility specialists will discuss your family planning goals and medical history. We’ll assess your needs and explain the options available for gender selection, ensuring you feel informed and supported throughout the process.
Choosing the Right Method: We offer two main methods for gender selection:
IVF with Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS): The most advanced method, where embryos are created in the lab and genetically tested to select the desired gender.
Sperm Sorting with IUI: A less invasive option where sperm is separated into X (female) and Y (male) chromosomes and then used for IUI.
Embryo Creation and Gender Selection: Once you’ve selected the method, we proceed with ovarian stimulation (for IVF) or sperm sorting (for IUI). For IVF, eggs are fertilized in the lab and embryos are tested for gender. The embryos of the desired gender are selected for implantation.
Pregnancy Test and Monitoring: After the embryo transfer or IUI procedure, we monitor the pregnancy closely with blood tests and ultrasounds to ensure everything is progressing as it should.
Next Steps and Family Planning: Once you achieve a successful pregnancy, we’ll continue to provide support throughout your pregnancy journey. Should you need further assistance with your family-building process, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
At Fertility Point, we offer compassionate care and personalized fertility treatments designed to meet your specific needs. Our team of fertility specialists is highly trained in gender selection methods, and we use the latest technology to ensure the best possible outcome for you and your family.
Family balancing is an important decision, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Whether you're exploring IVF with PGS or sperm sorting, we ensure that your journey is as smooth and successful as possible.
Contact Us today to learn more about family balancing and how we can help you achieve your family goals.
IVF Specialist. MBBS, MD (OBGY/GYN,Gold Medallist), FGMIS, FRM, FMF-UK certified NT practitioner.
Dr. Rajesh has Excellence, Experience & Expertise in Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Reproductive medicine and Expertise in IVF/Infertility care with over 10 years of experience in IVF. He has handled over 5,000 IVF cases to date. He is a Gynaecologist endoscopic surgeon with special interest in fertility enhancing endoscopic procedure. He has worked in India and Nepal and is now the IVF Specialist at Fertility Point Kenya.
Director Clinical Services and Consultant
Dr. Shaunak Khandwala is a seasoned Consultant IVF Specialist with over 30 years of experience. He holds a robust educational background, including a MBBS from KEM Hospital and Seth G.S. Medical College, University of Bombay, and specialized training in Medical Ultrasound from prestigious institutions. Specializing in Assisted Reproduction and IVF procedures, Dr. Shaunak Khandwala holds a keen interest in training and establishing IVF units. He has played a pivotal role in expanding IVF services through the setup of chain clinics.
IVF Consultant
Dr. Ayalew is a renowned IVF specialist with a specialization in Obstetrics and Gynecology and a subspecialization in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI). He has held prestigious roles, including guest Obstetrician and Gynecologist at SPHMMC's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. In addition to mentoring and teaching REI fellows, Dr. Ayalew has served as the Medical Director of CFRM(Center of Fertility and Reproductive Medicine), showcasing his exceptional leadership and expertise.
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Fertility Point's state-of-the-art IVF laboratory is equipped with the most advanced and innovative technologies that ensure quality care and achieve high success rates.
Our lab features the latest cutting-edge technologies including the time-lapse incubator to capture images of embryos developing, in a safe and controlled environment. These images from high-tech incubators enable embryologists to evaluate embryos for better prediction of future developmental and implantation potential.
We have introduced standard operating procedures in our IVF lab to ensure that we meet high-quality standards and laboratory protocols.
Our lab has a robust quality management system and processes in place to more efficiently help infertile couples in their quest to have a healthy baby.
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At Fertility Point, we consider every aspect of your journey to achieve your dream of parenthood. Our aim is to assess your needs accurately and offer a personalized treatment plan guiding you through every step of your fertility journey. Our IVF centre gives couples the opportunity to undergo infertility treatment in an international clinical setting, setting, fertility treatment at their own convenience, and most importantly without any waiting period.
With the Fertility Point team, you can be assured of world-class reproductive care, underlined by a sincere commitment to your overallВ well-being.