RattleStork Blog – sperm donation, co-parenting & family planning

RattleStork Blog – sperm donation, co-parenting & family planning

Illustration of the stork fairytale: a white stork carrying a bundled baby in winter light

The Stork Myth: Why Do People Say Storks Bring Babies?

Smiling man holds a labelled specimen container for home insemination

Home insemination in Canada: timing, safety, and legal basics

Overview of sperm survival time in different environments such as the vagina, mouth, air, skin, water, and a condom

How long does sperm survive? Practical timelines for saliva, air, skin, water, and condoms

A clear droplet on a leaf, used as a visual metaphor for pre-ejaculate

Pregnant from pre-ejaculate? Risk without ejaculation, facts on fertile days and protection

A man sits on the edge of a bed with a tense expression and one hand over his clothed groin

Blue balls: symptoms, duration and relief

Culture dishes and an IVF microscope in a fertility lab during preparation for an egg donation cycle

Egg Donation in Canada: Process, Costs, Success Rates, Risks, and the Legal Framework

A child with two parents sharing responsibility and care in a Canadian co-parenting arrangement

Co-Parenting in Canada: Definition, Common Models, Daily Life, Communication and Planning

Andrology lab: semen sample assessed under a microscope

Semen analysis: what happens, how to prepare, how to understand results, and what to do next

Blastocyst under a microscope during cell sampling in a fertility laboratory

Preimplantation Genetic Testing 2025 - Process, Costs and Law in Canada

Smartphone displaying a digital COVID‑19 vaccination certificate beside a syringe and vials

COVID‑19 vaccination and male fertility: Can it make you infertile?

Embryologist checking embryo culture under a microscope in a reproductive medicine laboratory

In vitro fertilization: IVF steps, timeline, success rates, and costs explained

ICSI in the lab: a single sperm is injected with a fine micropipette into a mature egg

Intracytoplasmic sperm injection: ICSI process, indications, success factors, risks, and costs explained clearly

Fertility treatment setting: a soft catheter and an ultrasound monitor during intrauterine insemination

Intrauterine insemination: IUI process, success chances, timing, risks, and costs explained clearly

Sterile disposable materials for intracervical insemination as part of fertility treatment

Intracervical insemination: ICI process, timing, success rates, safety, costs and how it differs from IUI, IVF and ICSI

Embryology lab: an embryologist examining an egg cell under a microscope

Assisted reproduction in Canada 2025: methods, success rates & costs

Pregnant person with a visible linea nigra on the abdomen

Linea nigra in pregnancy – what it is and what to do

Early pregnancy ultrasound as a symbolic image for very early pregnancy diagnosis

Implantation: When it happens, how long it takes, and what symptoms are realistic

Corpus luteum in the ovary – schematic illustration of progesterone production

Luteal phase deficiency: causes, symptoms, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment

Clear, stretchy cervical mucus between two fingers

Understanding cervical mucus: identifying fertile days and noticing warning signs

An egg cell shortly before ovulation as a symbol of the fertile window

Ovulation explained: your fertile window, signs and tests

Ovulation test with a clearly visible test line and control line indicating an LH rise before ovulation

LH surge and ovulation tests: a practical guide to fertile days

Pregnant person gently supports their growing breasts with both hands

Breast growth and breast pain in pregnancy: causes, tips, and FAQs

A woman holds a toddler in her arms as they smile at each other.

Understanding surrogacy: process, parenthood, costs and risks

Lab work: blood testing and record-keeping for donor screening

STIs and sperm donation: screening, testing, and genetic risks made practical

Urology team performing a microsurgical vasectomy reversal under an operating microscope

Vasectomy reversal: procedure, success chances, costs and alternatives

Microsurgical reconstruction of a fallopian tube under an operating microscope

Tubal reversal after sterilization: success rates, procedure, and alternatives

Ultrasound scan of the ovaries as part of a PCOS assessment

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and fertility planning

Chlamydia bacteria under a microscope

Chlamydia in 2025 - Impact on Fertility, Symptoms & Effective Prevention

Religious symbols from different traditions, with a focus on family, origin, and ethics

Fertility & Religion 2025: How faith traditions view sperm donation, egg donation, IVF/IUI and surrogacy

World map with falling birth rates shown as a chart in the foreground

Worldwide birth rate decline: fertility crisis, reasons, and solutions

Older woman with grey curls, a red sun hat and sunglasses

The biological clock and parenthood

Birth control pill pack on a calendar as a symbol of a planned transition

Going off the pill: how to plan the transition safely and without panic

Medical consultation in a fertility clinic about the next treatment steps

Female infertility: causes, evaluation, and treatment explained clearly

Andrology consultation about male fertility, semen analysis, and trying to conceive

Male infertility: Causes, diagnosis and modern treatment options

Woman in morning sunlight looking optimistically toward the future

Delaying menopause: evidence-based strategies for diet and lifestyle

Positive pregnancy test as a symbol of trying to conceive and early pregnancy

How to get pregnant sooner: What actually helps and when it makes sense to get checked

Premature baby in neonatal intensive care

Preterm birth: causes, warning signs, and treatment

Weathered gravestones among grass and trees in a cemetery

Miscarriage: symptoms, assessment and next steps

A toy dinosaur beside a small palm tree on a wooden board

Male fertility and aging

Painted portrait of Pavel Durov in a black sweater with an abstract blue background

Pavel Durov: sperm donation and the inheritance promise

Parent reading a children's book about different families to a child

How do I tell my child they were conceived via sperm donation?

Embryo development in an IVF lab with digital analysis

AI in the IVF lab: What time-lapse imaging, PGT and automation can do

Historic laboratory photo: early experiments in artificial insemination

The History of Sperm Donation - From Secret Experiments to the DNA-Test Era

Hand holding an at-home DNA test kit against a neutral background

At-Home DNA Kits 2025 - Your Compass for Genes, Rules & Privacy

Qur’an, prayer beads and legal texts as a symbol of lineage, marriage and family law

Sperm Donation in Islam 2025: Nasab, Marriage, Donor Anonymity, Legal Schools & Country Practice

Stained glass and candles as a symbol for Christian perspectives on family and sperm donation

Sperm Donation & Family-Building in Christianity 2025: Teachings, Tensions and Practice in Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant Traditions and Free Churches

Semen sample container carried close to the body in an inside pocket

Transporting semen at home: pack the sample safely, keep it close to your body, and drop it off on time

LH test strips, a basal thermometer, a smart ring, and a smartphone representing different kinds of ovulation trackers

Ovulation Trackers Compared: LH Tests, Temperature Trackers, Rings, and Apps

HIV home testing kit with cassette, lancet, and instructions arranged on a table

HIV self-test: how reliable home testing is, when it works, and what a negative result actually tells you

Affectionate embrace of a female couple on a sofa while planning their path to parenthood

Who should carry first? How lesbian couples can make a fair, medically sound decision

Two women planning reciprocal IVF treatment together

Reciprocal IVF: process, role choices, odds, and legal questions in Canada

Home insemination kit with sterile needle-free syringe, cup, gloves, and instructions for use at home

Home insemination kits: contents, benefits, risks - what really helps

Ultrasound monitoring of the ovaries during ovarian stimulation in a fertility clinic

Ovarian stimulation: how it works, the medications, the risks, and what really matters in IUI, IVF, and ICSI

A couple sitting close together on a sofa and holding hands

Natural Insemination: Does It Really Improve the Chances?

A man records donated items beside boxes of clothing and food.

Questions to ask a sperm donor

Two people sit at a table and have a calm, private conversation

How do I ask someone if they would be my sperm donor?

Young woman sits in a modern fertility clinic talking about freezing her eggs

Social freezing: freezing your eggs – process, success rates, risks, costs, and alternatives

Single parent having a relaxed coffee date conversation

Dating as a single parent: clear start, safe boundaries, steady progress

A halved bell pepper and seeds arranged like sperm cells on a pink background

Semen: structure, volume, and quality

Different supplements and a notepad representing choices about supplements for trying to conceive

Supplements for Trying to Conceive: A Straight Guide to Folic Acid, Iodine, Vitamin D, CoQ10, and Inositol

Lab reports and a checklist on a desk, symbolizing health records for private sperm donation

Private sperm donation: Which health screenings are advisable and what should you require?

Two adults discussing a weekly plan at a table, symbolizing preparation, support, and mental stability in family planning

Could my child develop mental illness if I have mental health problems?

A woman holds a HELP sign behind her laptop while three colleagues stand around her desk with papers.

Stress and trying to conceive: The connection between mental health and your cycle

Person holding their lower abdomen and groin in pain, suggesting acute scrotal discomfort

Testicular torsion: symptoms, time window and what to do immediately

Parents hold a baby on their arms and look closely at the lower abdomen during paediatric checkups

Undescended testicle in children: causes, diagnosis, treatment, and why timing matters

Calendar and fertility clinic documents representing age-related questions, planning, and treatment decisions

Is there an age limit for fertility treatments?

Pregnant person sitting by a window in soft daylight, looking thoughtful and emotionally tired

Loneliness during pregnancy: why it happens and what can genuinely help

A banana used as a lighthearted symbol for online size comparisons

Penis Size: The Average, Normal Range, and Country Myths

A banana used as a lighthearted symbol for the debate about penis size and preferences

Do Women Prefer Large Penises? What the Studies Actually Show

Fruit and vegetables with a ruler as a humorous symbol for different lengths and girths

Longer or thicker penis: What actually matters during sex?

Illustration of a clinical stretched penile length measurement using clear reference points

Micropenis: Definition, Measurement, Causes, and What Actually Helps

A yellow measuring tape as a neutral symbol for a reproducible penis measurement

How to Measure Your Penis: Length, Girth, and Stretched Penile Length

Several colourful condoms in individually sealed wrappers against a pink background

Latex-free or latex: burning after condom use, what is normal and what is a warning sign?

A hand holds a banana model with a condom next to a separated piece of condom, symbolizing a condom mishap

Condom broke or slipped off: what actually matters now

Black-and-white photograph of a man lowering his head and covering his face with both hands against a dark background

Erectile dysfunction and erection firmness

A pregnant person and a partner in a calm, close moment on a sofa

Sex during pregnancy: safe, flexible, and without pressure

A pineapple and two unopened condom packages on a light pedestal in front of a yellow background

Taste of Semen

A cut-open pomegranate and almonds with drawn tails as a playful symbol for sperm cells

Curious questions about semen: colour, smell, and myths fact-checked

Symbolic image for pressure and uncertainty around sexual timing without explicit depiction

Coming too early: What really helps with premature ejaculation and when an assessment makes sense

Two people sitting thoughtfully on a bed, with a condom packet nearby as a symbol for contraception decisions

Coitus interruptus: effectiveness, risks and what the data really say

Two parents holding a child, symbolic image for same-sex parenting, origin questions, and family planning

Is Homosexuality Inherited? If the Father Is Gay: What Research Shows About Children of Same-Sex Parents

Two hands hold differently sized banana models with condoms against a colourful background

Condom sizes: which fits, how to measure, and whether sizes are the same worldwide

An at-home sperm test kit next to a plain sample container on a table

At-home sperm tests: what do they actually tell you?

Sterile swabs, labelled sample envelopes, and a DNA test form

Paternity Test: Process, Accuracy, Consent, and Important Differences by Country

A couple lies side by side in bed, each holding a smartphone

Understanding porn addiction: when porn and masturbation become a problem

A physician explains the role of the immune system in early pregnancy using a simple sketch

Immunology in pregnancy: what is actually proven

A plain glass of water and a notepad beside a pen on a table, illustrating medical assessment

Blood in the urine: common causes, warning signs and next steps

A health-care professional holding an information sheet about urological assessment, with a neutral exam room in the background

Blood in semen: causes, warning signs and what to do next

Two people sit clothed quietly beside each other on a sofa, symbolizing conversation and sorting things out after sex

Pain after sex: common causes, warning signs, and what helps next

A physician explaining the key steps of a fertility evaluation on a tablet

Unexplained infertility: What it means and what comes next after the basic fertility workup

Urology appointment: a doctor explains the sperm ducts on a tablet

Azoospermia: When no sperm are found in semen

Schematic illustration of the uterus and fallopian tubes to understand a tubal ectopic pregnancy

Ectopic pregnancy: causes, symptoms and what really matters medically

Pregnancy test and ultrasound image as a symbol of very rare situations in early pregnancy

Superfetation: Can you get pregnant again during an ongoing pregnancy?

Two pairs of baby shoes symbolizing twins and other multiple pregnancies

Twins, Triplets, and Multiples: Real Odds, Risks, Care, and Smarter Decisions

Ultrasound image of a twin pregnancy symbolizing the origin of fraternal twins

Understanding superfecundation: How fraternal twins can begin in the same cycle

Pill blister pack and calendar representing regular PrEP use and follow-up visits

PrEP for HIV: effectiveness, dosing, side effects, testing, and cost

Positive pregnancy test next to a calendar symbolizing very early pregnancy and confusing test patterns

Biochemical pregnancy: early positive test, early bleeding, and what to focus on next

Blister pack of tablets next to a thermometer as a symbol for infection, treatment, and questions about pregnancy

Antibiotics and pregnancy: what is actually proven and what remains myth

Stock image representing breast development in puberty with a measuring tape on soft fabric

Are my breasts still growing? What is normal in puberty and when to have it checked

Abstract symbolic image for the natural diversity of vulvas and labia

Are my labia normal? What variation, asymmetry, and symptoms can mean

Symbolic image for sex education and calm body knowledge without explicit depiction

How does masturbation really work? Body knowledge, comfort, and honest answers without shame

A young Indian couple cuddles playfully as the man kisses the woman on the cheek

How does sex work? A clear guide to consent, what to expect, and protection

An adult couple sits close together on a light-coloured bed, holding hands with their foreheads touching.

Sex positions and getting pregnant

Couple lying beside each other as a symbol of closeness, communication, and sex without time pressure

How Long Does Sex Usually Last? Average Timing, Studies, and Why Minutes Are Rarely the Main Answer

Couple sitting calmly side by side and talking openly about closeness, daily life, and different life stages

How often do people have sex? Average, age, relationships, and the key numbers

People of different ages talking as a symbol of different sexual life histories

How many sexual partners does a person have in their lifetime? Real-world figures, country comparisons and context

Neutral illustrative image for calm guidance on vaginal discharge and intimate health

Vaginal discharge explained: what is normal, what stands out, and when to have it checked

Thoughtful person in a calm room, symbolizing uncertainty after sex

Do I have a sexually transmitted infection? A calm assessment after sex, a one‑night stand or a condom mishap

Neutral symbolic image representing body awareness, relaxation, and sexual self-determination

How do I reach orgasm? What actually helps, what creates pressure, and when support makes sense

Young person sitting quietly and thoughtfully, symbolic image for self-discovery and orientation

Am I gay, lesbian, or bi? Understanding orientation without pressure or rushed labels

Thoughtful person in a calm setting as a symbol of breakup pain and emotional processing

Heartbreak: Why breakup pain can feel this strong and what really helps

Person holding a pregnancy test in a calm setting as a symbol of uncertainty and clarity

Am I pregnant? A calm, realistic look at symptoms, timing and tests

Teen sitting calmly with a notebook as a symbol of self-awareness and development without comparison pressure

Puberty timing: Too early or too late? What’s still normal and when it’s helpful to seek care

A newborn being breastfed in the postpartum period, with water and a note for diaper tracking beside them

Breastfeeding in the first week: getting started, colostrum, milk coming in, cluster feeding and common concerns

A person in the postpartum period sits on a bed holding a newborn and reaching for a glass of water on the bedside table

Postpartum period after birth: physical changes, recovery, and warning signs

A person holding a newborn after a C-section, with a dressing on the lower abdomen in the foreground

C-Section: Preparing, What Happens, Recovery, and Red Flags

A mother lies in a hospital bed after giving birth with her sleeping newborn in her arms

Birth injuries: perineal tears, stitches, healing and warning signs

A new mother resting in the postpartum period holding a hot water bottle to her lower abdomen to ease afterpains

Afterpains after childbirth: why they occur and when it's too much

A postpartum person holds a fresh pad and checks it carefully to better understand lochia and bleeding

Lochia: what is normal, how it smells, how much bleeding is okay, and when to get checked

A pregnant person sits on a couch with tea and tissues while checking their temperature to assess cold symptoms safely

Being Sick During Pregnancy: Colds, Fever, Medications, and When to See a Doctor

A pregnant person in a kitchen thinking about a reasonable daily caffeine amount

Caffeine in Pregnancy: How Much Coffee Is Safe and What to Watch While Breastfeeding

A breastfeeding person cools a tender area of the breast with a cooling pad to ease swelling from a blocked milk duct

Blocked milk duct: causes, quick relief and when to get assessed

A breastfeeding parent places a hand on a red, painful area of the breast and gently cools it to ease inflammation symptoms

Mastitis while breastfeeding: symptoms, treatment, antibiotics, and when to get medical help

A small emergency kit with pads, spare underwear, and a pouch ready for a first period

First period: what is normal, what makes the start easier, and when to get checked

A person lying relaxed on a mat with hands on the lower abdomen, symbolising the pelvic floor and post-birth recovery

Pelvic floor after birth: symptoms, recovery, and when physiotherapy helps

A mother gently checks the middle of her abdomen after pregnancy to understand a possible diastasis recti

Diastasis recti after pregnancy: what is normal, what helps, and when to get support

A tired person sits by a window holding a baby and looks thoughtful, symbolising emotional strain after childbirth

Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression: Differences, Timeframes, and When Help Matters

A person sits carefully on a soft cushion and holds a hot water bottle, symbolising discomfort from haemorrhoids after birth

Haemorrhoids after birth: what really helps and when to seek help

A lab slip with TSH and thyroid results next to a calendar as a symbol for cycle tracking and trying to conceive

Thyroid and trying to conceive: TSH, symptoms, and sensible testing

A couple sits relaxed beside each other on the bed holding hands, symbolizing gentle closeness after childbirth

Pain during sex after childbirth: when it may feel better again, why it hurts, and what helps

Postpartum abdominal skin with fine stretch marks visible in soft light

Stretch marks after pregnancy: causes, what to expect, and what actually helps

A person measures their blood pressure during the postpartum period with an upper-arm cuff, with a notebook for readings beside them

High blood pressure after birth: warning signs, blood pressure readings, and when to get prompt help

Calm conversation in a gynecology clinic about pain and muscle tension during penetration

Vaginismus: causes, symptoms, and what can really help

A person sitting on a couch with a hot water bottle on their lower abdomen and a glass of water as a sign of urinary discomfort

Bladder infection after sex: why it happens and what actually helps

A baby is being held, with a breast pump and a baby bottle beside them as symbols of breastfeeding, pumping, and formula feeding

Breastfeed or not: medical differences, safe alternatives, and a realistic decision without pressure

A woman places a hand on the shoulder of a man who looks deep in thought.

Erection problems while trying to conceive

Eggplant with a measuring tape against a blue background, symbolizing condom size measurement

Nominal width for condoms: what it means, how to convert it, and how to find the right size without a calculator

Stock image: a person holds a hand in front of their mouth, breath visible

Blowjob: Oral sex without pressure – consent, hygiene, protection

Stock image: woman looking calmly toward the camera with her fingers near her lips

Cunnilingus: Oral Sex on Women Explained Clearly and Realistically

Two adults sit close together and talk openly about preferences, pace, and consent

Foreplay: ideas, communication, desire, and safety without performance pressure

Two young adults lying close together on a couch, exploring gentle intimacy

Petting: Intimacy without sex, understanding risks and clarifying boundaries

Two adults calmly talking about sexual health, testing, and protection before oral sex

STIs from Blowjobs: What the Real Risk Is and How to Protect Yourself

Two adults openly talking about sexual health, protection, and boundaries

Can Oral Sex Make You Sick? A Clear Guide to Cunnilingus and STIs

Birth control pills on a calendar as a symbol of a planned start

Starting the birth control pill: how to choose a formulation and get started safely

Morning after pill as a symbol of quick emergency contraception after a birth control accident

Morning after pill: what to do now, how it works, and when to test

Calendar with a marked cycle day, a pregnancy test, and tulips as a symbol of trying to conceive and fertility

How many eggs does a woman have? Ovarian reserve, ovulation, and age made simple

Illustration: a gentle abstract motif representing anatomy education without explicit depiction

Hymen: what it really is and why it proves nothing

Two co-parents reviewing a written parenting plan beside a U.S. map and a calendar

Co-Parenting Across U.S. State Lines: What Changes in Practice and How to Keep the Arrangement Workable

Illustration of PEP and the tight time window after a possible HIV exposure

PEP after a possible HIV exposure: what you need to do in the first 72 hours

Hands demonstrate how to roll a condom onto a banana model

How to use a condom correctly: a practical step-by-step guide

Two clothed people sit quietly side by side on a sofa, a visual cue for a conversation about pain during orgasm

Dysorgasmia: When orgasm hurts or feels blocked

Laboratory work with cell culture and a microscope as a symbol of research into in-vitro gametogenesis

In-vitro gametogenesis: what IVG can do, where its limits still are, and why it has not changed reproductive care yet

Medical illustration of a vasectomy as a small procedure on the scrotum

Vasectomy: procedure, what it does, risks, and follow-up

Red ribbon for World AIDS Day as a symbol of education, testing, and treatment for HIV

HIV: What you should know about transmission, symptoms, testing, and treatment

A care team speaking with a patient as a symbol of support after an HIV diagnosis

HIV in Everyday Life: What Really Matters After a Diagnosis in Canada

A man discusses contraception options with a health care professional

Male contraception: condoms, vasectomy and hormonal options explained

Illustration of endometriosis, fertility and trying to conceive

Endometriosis and Fertility: When It Affects Conception and What Can Help

Counselling in a fertility clinic about AMH and ovarian reserve

Understanding AMH: what does it really say about ovarian reserve and fertility?

Checking fallopian tube patency: HSG, HyCoSy, how it works, pain and what the test can tell you

Checking fallopian tube patency: HSG, HyCoSy, how it works, pain and what the test can tell you

Calendar and pregnancy test as a symbol for the two-week wait

The Two-Week Wait: Symptoms, Progesterone, Test Timing, and What Not to Take as Proof

Ultrasound monitoring of the ovaries during letrozole treatment in a fertility clinic

Letrozole for fertility care: what it does, how it is taken, side effects, and when it is used

Two medication packs as a symbol for choosing between clomiphene and letrozole for ovulation induction

Clomiphene or Letrozole: What Is the Difference in Cycle Treatment and Ovulation Induction?

Preparing an embryo transfer in a fertility clinic with ultrasound guidance and a fine catheter

Embryo Transfer During IVF and ICSI: Procedure, Timing, Aftercare, and Realistic Expectations

A fertility laboratory scene used as a symbol for early embryonic development

Embryonic development day 1 to day 5: what morula and blastocyst really mean

Three adults and two children smiling in a park; the children are seated on the men’s shoulders

Talking about your donor conception story

Person gently protects the scrotum with a hand

Why are testicles so sensitive? Causes, warning signs, and what helps now

Illustration showing the difference between vulva and vagina with external and internal genital areas

Vulva and vagina: the difference explained in plain language

Neutral medical illustration about phimosis

Is phimosis serious? When it can be normal, when to get it checked, and what helps in Canadian care

A person sits calmly with a notebook and organises next steps after a setback

When the plan breaks down: How to regroup after a fertility, donor, or co-parenting setback

A person looks at an unanswered chat beside fertility papers

Ghosting on the fertility journey: when a contact suddenly disappears

Illustration of DNA strands and family connections suggesting donor siblings

Donor siblings and DNA tests: what families need to plan for early

Laboratory and family motif as a symbol for genetic assessment before sperm donation

Carrier screening before sperm donation: when genetic testing is most useful

Person holding a smartphone as a symbol of digital intimacy, consent, and privacy

Sexting, Nudes and Privacy: a Practical Guide to Consent, Sharing, and Digital Traces

A mother sits next to her baby's bassinet while another person rests a hand on her shoulder. A calendar is on the bedside table.

Pregnancy after giving birth: fertility and spacing your next pregnancy

A calm postpartum scene with a calendar and subtle birth control symbols, showing early planning after birth

Postpartum Contraception: Which Options Make Sense and When

Calm medical cycle motif with a calendar, test strips, and clear orientation

Period hasn’t arrived but you’re not pregnant? Common reasons and when to get checked

A woman holds a pregnancy test while sitting beside her partner at the kitchen table

Pregnant without penetration? Understanding petting and anal sex

Woman looking at a pregnancy test and her phone while sitting on a bed

Pregnant after what seemed like a period? Understanding bleeding during pregnancy

Calendar and light bleeding as a symbol for spotting before a period

Spotting before your period: what it can mean and when to get it checked

Abstract illustration of fertility, odds, and hope with a cycle, a statistical line, and a calm human gesture

Fertility, Odds, and Hope in Trying to Conceive: What Your Chances Really Mean

An adult calmly looking at their lower abdomen in the mirror as a symbol of body image, pubic hair grooming, and informed decisions

Pubic Hair Removal and Pubic Hair: Sexual Satisfaction, Body Image, and the Real Risks

Hands holding a pink grapefruit cut in half, with white clothing and a yellow background

How deep is the vagina?

A banana with measuring tape as a neutral symbol for questions about penis size and fertility

Does a Large Penis Make Pregnancy Happen Faster? Size, Sex, and Fertility

Three women wearing traditional Indonesian clothing and ornate crowns

Sperm donation in Indonesia: law, costs, and safety

The Statue of Liberty under a blue sky in New York Harbor

Sperm donation in the U.S.: process, costs, and laws

A wooded island with a sandy beach and outrigger boats in turquoise water in the Philippines

Sperm donation in the Philippines: private donors and clinic access

A young woman covers her face with both hands in fright

Sex for the first time: preparation, positions, pain, bleeding, and protection

Paper illustration of a sperm cell with an enlarged DNA detail and a break in one DNA strand

DNA fragmentation and the DFI test

The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin in warm morning light beneath a blue sky

Sperm donation in Germany

A man lying on his side on a bed illuminated by blue light

Sperm cramps: When an internet meme becomes a health question

A glass of amber-coloured liquid, a cigarette in an ashtray, and a cannabis bud and leaf on a pale table.

Alcohol, nicotine and cannabis: from planning a pregnancy to breastfeeding

A US passport and a film camera on a world map

Sperm donation: surprising exclusions around the world

A woman sitting at a bar looks at her smartphone

Becoming a solo mother: building your family