Share the biological connection to your child through advanced IVF care.
At Advanced Fertility Center of Texas (AFCT), we're proud to offer Reciprocal IVF, also called partner IVF, co-IVF, or shared motherhood IVF, for lesbian couples who want to share in both the biological and emotional journey of parenthood. This treatment allows one partner to provide the eggs while the other carries the pregnancy—giving both a unique, meaningful role in building your family.
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Reciprocal IVF follows the same process as standard IVF, with one key difference:
Reciprocal IVF may be the right path if you:
"AFCT made our dream possible—we both got to play a role in bringing our child into the world. The care and compassion we received made all the difference."
Success rates depend on several factors, including:
At AFCT, we specialize in complex fertility cases and advanced lab techniques. Our world-class Omni Med Laboratory, use of PGT testing, and personalized IVF protocols help maximize your chance of success.
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The cost of Reciprocal IVF in Houston typically includes: Fertility evaluation and testing for both partners, ovarian stimulation medications, egg retrieval and lab procedures, donor sperm purchase and storage, and embryo culture and transfer. Every couple's treatment plan is unique, and pricing can vary depending on the number of cycles, medication needs, and whether additional services such as genetic testing (PGT) are chosen. Many patients use insurance benefits, financing programs, or payment plans to help cover costs. During your consultation, our financial team will review options and provide a clear breakdown.
Yes, Reciprocal IVF is legal, and many lesbian couples choose it. Legal steps such as second-parent adoption may be recommended to secure both parents' rights. The partner who carries the pregnancy is automatically recognized as a legal parent in most cases. The egg provider partner may need to complete a second-parent adoption to ensure full parental rights. We recommend consulting with an experienced family law attorney for guidance. Our team can connect you with legal resources familiar with LGBTQ+ family building in Texas.
Some couples choose to create embryos from both partners' eggs and decide which embryos to transfer. This approach allows both partners to have the potential for a genetic connection to future children, providing flexibility in family planning.
You may use an anonymous sperm donor, a known donor, or select from an FDA-approved sperm bank. We'll guide you through the process, helping you understand the medical, legal, and emotional aspects of each option to make the best choice for your family.
Many couples choose to freeze embryos for future use. Some alternate roles for each child—for example, Partner A provides eggs for the first child, and Partner B for the second. This approach allows both partners to experience different aspects of the journey to parenthood.
Reciprocal IVF can make your dream of building a family even more meaningful. At AFCT, we combine medical expertise, compassionate support, and LGBTQ+ inclusive care to help you achieve parenthood.
