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 pot for home insemination

Home insemination in the UK: 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 do sperm live? Real timelines in the mouth and saliva, in air, on skin, in water, and in a condom

A clear droplet on a green 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 laboratory during preparation for an egg donation cycle

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

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

Co-Parenting: Definition, Common Setups, Day-to-Day Life, Communication and Planning

Andrology lab: a semen sample is assessed under a microscope

Semen analysis: process, preparation, understanding results, and next steps

Blastocyst under a microscope during cell sampling in a fertility laboratory

Pre-implantation Genetic Testing 2025 - Pathway, Costs and Law in the United Kingdom

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 fertilisation: 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 Steps, Who It Helps, Success Factors, Risks and Costs Explained Clearly

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

Intrauterine Insemination: IUI Steps, 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 differences from IUI, IVF and ICSI

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

Assisted reproduction in the United Kingdom 2025: methods, success rates & costs

Pregnant person with a visible linea nigra on the abdomen

Linea nigra in pregnancy – why it happens and what helps

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 and evidence-based treatment

Clear, stretchy cervical mucus between two fingers

Understanding cervical mucus: recognising fertile days and warning signs

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

Ovulation explained: finding your fertile days, 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: find fertile days with confidence

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; they are smiling at one another.

Understanding surrogacy: the process, parenthood, costs and risks

Laboratory setting: blood tests and documentation for donor screening

STIs and sperm donation: screening, testing, and genetic risks explained simply

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 sterilisation: success rates, procedure, and alternatives

Ultrasound scan of the ovaries as part of a PCOS assessment

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and trying to conceive

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 having children

Contraceptive pill packet on a calendar as a symbol of a planned transition

Coming 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, assessment, and treatment explained clearly

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

Male infertility: causes, diagnostics and modern treatment options

Woman in morning sunlight looking optimistically towards the future

Delaying menopause: evidence-based strategies for diet and lifestyle

Positive pregnancy test as a symbol of trying for a baby and early pregnancy

Get pregnant faster: what really helps and when to seek medical advice

Premature baby in a neonatal unit

Preterm birth: causes, warning signs and treatment

Weathered gravestones among grass and trees in a cemetery

Miscarriage: signs, diagnosis and what happens next

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

Male fertility as you get older

Painted portrait of Pavel Durov wearing a black jumper against an abstract blue background

Pavel Durov: sperm donation and his inheritance pledge

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

How do I explain to my child they were conceived through sperm donation?

Embryo development in an IVF laboratory 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 a home DNA test kit against a neutral background

At-Home DNA Kits 2025 - Your Guide to Genes, Law & 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 of 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 pot carried close to the body in an inside pocket

Transporting semen at home: pack the sample safely, keep it close to your body, and hand it in 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 laid out on a table

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

Tender embrace of a female couple on the sofa while planning their family

Which of us should carry the pregnancy? How lesbian couples can decide fairly and medically sensibly

Two women planning reciprocal IVF treatment together

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

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, which medicines are used, the risks involved, and what really matters in IUI, IVF and ICSI

A couple sitting close together on a sofa and holding hands

Natural Insemination: Does It Actually Give Better Chances?

A man lists donated goods beside boxes of clothes and food.

Questions to ask before private sperm donation

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

How do I ask someone to become my sperm donor?

Young woman sits in a modern fertility centre 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 food supplements and a notepad symbolising the choice of supplements when trying to conceive

Supplements When Trying to Conceive: An Honest Guide to Folic Acid, Iodine, Vitamin D, Coenzyme Q10 and Inositol

Lab reports and a checklist on a desk, representing health documentation for private sperm donation

Private sperm donation: Which health checks are sensible and what should you insist on?

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 up a HELP sign behind her laptop as three colleagues gather around her desk with paperwork.

Stress and trying for a baby: How mental health and your cycle relate

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 and look with concern at the lower abdomen during childhood checkups

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

Calendar and clinic paperwork symbolising questions about age, planning, and fertility treatment decisions

Is there an age limit for fertility treatment?

Pregnant person sitting quietly by a window, looking thoughtful and emotionally worn

Loneliness during pregnancy: why it happens and what actually helps

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 harmless and what is a warning sign?

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

Condom broke or slipped off: what actually matters now

Black-and-white photograph of a man with his head lowered and both hands covering his face 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 packets on a light pedestal against 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 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, questions about origins, 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 one 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: how reliable are they?

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

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

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

Understanding porn addiction: when porn and masturbation become a problem

A clinician 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, symbolising medical assessment

Blood in the urine: causes, warning signs and what to do now

A doctor holding an information sheet about urological assessment, with a neutral consulting room in the background

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

Two people sit clothed and quietly next to each other on a sofa, symbolising conversation and making sense of what happened after sex

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

A doctor explaining the main steps of a fertility assessment on a tablet

Unexplained infertility: What it means and what usually comes after the basic fertility work-up

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

Azoospermia: When no sperm are found in the ejaculate

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 become pregnant again during an ongoing pregnancy?

Two pairs of baby shoes symbolizing twins and other multiple pregnancies

Twins, Triplets, and Multiples: Real Chances, Risks, Care, and Better Choices

Ultrasound scan of a twin pregnancy symbolising the origin of fraternal twins

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

Tablet blister pack and calendar representing regular PrEP use and follow-up appointments

PrEP for HIV: effectiveness, how to take it, 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 matters next

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

Antibiotics in pregnancy and while trying to conceive: what is actually proven and what remains myth

Stock image representing breast development during puberty with a tape measure on soft fabric

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

Abstract symbolic image for the natural diversity of vulvas and labia

Are my labia normal? What variety, asymmetry and symptoms 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 sit close together on a light-coloured bed, holding hands and touching foreheads.

Sex positions and getting pregnant

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

How Long Does Sex Last? Average Length, 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 figures

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 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 get it checked

A thoughtful person in a calm setting, symbolising uncertainty after sex

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

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 quiet setting as a symbol of breakup pain and emotional processing

Heartbreak: Why breakup pain can feel so brutal 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 reality check on symptoms, timing and tests

Teenager 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 to seek help

A newborn being breastfed in the postnatal period, with water and a note about nappies beside them

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

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

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

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

Caesarean Section: Preparation, What Happens, Recovery and Warning Signs

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 postnatal period holding a hot water bottle on her lower abdomen to ease afterpains

Afterpains after birth: why they happen and when it's too much

A person in the postnatal period holds a fresh maternity pad and looks at it closely to better understand lochia and bleeding

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

A pregnant person sits on a sofa with tea and tissues while taking their temperature to judge cold symptoms safely

Being Ill During Pregnancy: Colds, Fever, Medicines, and When to See a Doctor

A pregnant person in a kitchen thinking about a sensible daily amount of coffee

Caffeine in Pregnancy: How Much Coffee Is Safe and What Changes When You Are 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 (milk stasis): causes, quick relief and when to get it checked

A breastfeeding parent places a hand on a red, painful area of the breast and gently cools it to ease inflammatory 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 postnatal recovery after childbirth

Pelvic floor after birth: symptoms, recovery and when physiotherapy is helpful

A mother gently feels the middle of her abdomen after pregnancy to get a sense of possible diastasis recti

Diastasis recti after pregnancy: what is normal, what helps, and when to seek help

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

Baby Blues or Postnatal Depression: Differences, Warning Signs, and What Helps Now

A person sits carefully on a soft cushion and holds a hot water bottle, symbolising discomfort from haemorrhoids in the postnatal period

Haemorrhoids in the postnatal period: what really helps and when to get 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 birth: when it can feel good again, why it hurts, and what helps

Postnatal abdominal skin with fine stretch marks visible in soft light

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

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

High blood pressure after childbirth: warning signs, blood pressure readings, and when to seek urgent help

Calm discussion in a gynaecology clinic about pain and tension with penetration

Vaginismus explained: causes, symptoms and what tends to help

A person sitting on a sofa 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, expressing, and infant formula

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

A woman rests her hand on the shoulder of a thoughtful-looking man.

Erection problems when trying for a baby

Aubergine with a measuring tape against a blue background, symbolising condom size measurement

Nominal width of condoms: meaning, conversion 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 towards the camera with her hand 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 sofa, exploring gentle intimacy

Petting: closeness without sex, understanding risks and setting 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 discussing sexual health, protection and personal boundaries

Can Oral Sex Make You Ill? Cunnilingus and STIs Explained Without the Drama

Contraceptive pills on a calendar as a symbol of a planned start

Starting the contraceptive pill: how to choose a formulation and begin safely

Morning after pill as a symbol of fast emergency contraception after a contraception 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 explained

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 It Workable

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

PEP after a possible HIV exposure: what matters in the first 72 hours

Hands demonstrate how to roll a condom onto a banana model

How to use a condom properly: a step-by-step guide

Two clothed people sit quietly side by side on a sofa, suggesting 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 lie, and why it has not changed fertility treatment yet

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

Vasectomy: procedure, what to expect, risks, and aftercare

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 the UK

A man discusses contraception options with a healthcare professional

Male contraception: condoms, vasectomy and hormonal options side by side

Illustration of endometriosis, fertility and trying to conceive

Endometriosis and Fertility: When It Affects Conception and What Helps Next

Counselling in a fertility clinic about AMH and ovarian reserve

Understanding the AMH level: what does it really say about fertility and trying to conceive?

Checking fallopian tube patency: HSG, HyCoSy, the process, discomfort and what the test can tell you

Checking fallopian tube patency: HSG, HyCoSy, the process, discomfort 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 Overinterpret

Scan monitoring of the ovaries during letrozole treatment in a fertility unit

Letrozole when trying to conceive: what it does, how treatment usually runs, side effects, and when it is used

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

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

An embryo transfer being prepared in a fertility centre with ultrasound guidance and a fine catheter

Embryo Transfer During IVF and ICSI: What Happens, Timing, What to Do Afterwards, 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 actually mean

Three adults and two children smiling together in a park, with the children sitting on the men’s shoulders

Talking about using donor sperm

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 clearly

Neutral medical illustration about phimosis

Is phimosis serious? When it can be normal, when you should see a GP, and what helps

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

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

A person looks at an unanswered chat beside fertility papers

Ghosting when trying for a baby: when a contact suddenly disappears

Illustration of DNA strands and family connections suggesting donor siblings

Donor siblings and DNA tests: what families should keep in mind early

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

Carrier screening before sperm donation: when genetic testing is worth doing

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

Sexting, Nudes and Privacy: the Practical Guide to Consent, Passing On, and Digital Traces

A mother sits beside her baby's crib; another person places a hand on her shoulder. There is a calendar on the bedside table.

Pregnant again after birth: fertility and the gap between pregnancies

A calm postnatal scene with a calendar and subtle contraception symbols, showing early planning after birth

Contraception After Birth: Which Methods Are Realistic and When

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

Late period but not pregnant? Common reasons and when to see a GP

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

Pregnant without penetration? Petting and anal sex explained

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

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

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

Spotting before your period: what it can mean and when to seek help

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

Fertility, Chance, and Hope When Trying for a Baby: 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 halved pink grapefruit against 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 dress 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 under blue light

Sperm cramps: How an internet meme turns into a health question

A glass containing amber liquid, a cigarette in an ashtray, and a cannabis flower and leaf on a light-coloured table.

Alcohol, nicotine and cannabis: from trying for a baby to breastfeeding

A US passport and a film camera on a world map

Sperm donation: unexpected exclusions worldwide

A woman sits at a bar looking at her smartphone

Becoming a solo mother: your path to a family