Insemination (IUI)
at MVZ Kinderwunsch

When you come to us, the first thing we will do is carry out a series of tests to find out if IUI is an option for you.

We may recommend IUI treatment for women if:

Your partner has a low sperm count or his sperm have poor motility, meaning they don’t move normally

You are unable to have vaginal intercourse, for example due to a physical disability

You have no fertility problems but would like to use donated sperm

There is a physical problem that prevents the sperm from ascending into the uterine cavity

You or your partner have a medical condition that requires specialised help to achieve a safe pregnancy

You are a female couple who would like to conceive a child with donor sperm

You are under 38 years old

You are a single woman who wants to get pregnant with the help of donor sperm; you can receive treatment at certain clinics

You would like to become pregnant with a co-parent

Yes, IUI is a safe procedure with a low likelihood of complications.

The main issue with IUI is the higher likelihood of carrying more than one baby, which can increase the health risks for the mother and the babies.

If you have any questions about IUI, contact us today. Our friendly MVZ Kinderwunsch experts will be happy to answer all your questions and guide you on your path to fertility.

After a woman’s insemination, we will give you an appointment for a home pregnancy test. This will be about two weeks after the treatment.

We know that this waiting period is very stressful, but even though it is tempting, we advise you not to take the test before this date as the results may be misleading. Call us during this time if you have any questions or concerns.

We offer a range of supportive therapies that can reduce stress and help you feel better physically and emotionally. You can book these with us at any point during your fertility treatment.

The risks of artificial insemination without hormone stimulation are very low. By using ultra-soft and very flexible catheters, it is virtually always possible to avoid injuring the uterus during insemination.

If hormone treatment is performed before the procedure, it is possible that a multiple pregnancy may occur. However, thanks to the ultrasound scan carried out before insemination, the number and size of the egg follicles can be easily detected and the risk of multiple pregnancy can therefore be estimated relatively reliably. If there are several large follicles, the patient is informed about this, and the cycle is terminated if necessary to avoid a higher risk of multiple pregnancy.

Furthermore, the hormone preparations can also put a strain on the body. In very rare cases, hyperstimulation syndrome can occur. This can cause nausea, severe abdominal pain, shortness of breath or fluid accumulation in the abdomen, for example. These complications are rare – the doctor will individually explain the treatment to you along with any possible risks and side effects during your consultation before the treatment.

A typical IUI cycle for a woman lasts around four weeks. As we always tailor the treatment to your individual needs, this time frame can vary.

We will discuss in detail how long the individual phases will take for you and answer any questions you may have about the process and preparation.

If you are a woman who needs a sperm donor, we can match you with a suitable donor from our own sperm bank.

If you choose to donate sperm from another provider, we can give you lots of helpful advice and guidance.

Sperm donation is suitable for you if:

• You are a female couple who want to have a child
• Your partner has a low sperm count, his sperm have poor motility (do not move normally) or do not produce sperm at all
• you are a single woman who wants to have a child. You may be eligible for treatment at certain clinics in Germany