Every baby is a unique joy. However, there is no shame in yearning for the opportunity to parent children of a specific gender. Our team is proud to provide IVF Australia services for parents-to-be just like you.
Perhaps you’re daydreaming about how to have a baby girl? Or you might be up late, thinking, “Will I ever get to hold my own bouncing baby boy?” Some parents may even find themselves striving to continue having children beyond their time and financial limits in pursuit of a much-wanted baby girl or boy.
Family balancing is exactly as it sounds. It’s the process of using gender selection IVF to choose the sex of the resulting baby, often to create a more balanced family mix. This is a modern and empowering way to extend your family in a way that matches your vision. We believe that parents should have the power to make informed decisions about the most important thing of all—their children.
At GSA, we can select an embryo of the desired gender to transfer during the IVF process–it’s that simple. Read on to learn how we can help your family achieve its perfect balance.
How Gender Selection IVF works for family balancing
While IVF treatments and gender selection technology were previously prohibitively expensive, we’ve made it our mission at GSA to make these options more accessible and affordable for families. Through package pricing, cutting-edge technology, and personalised care, we’re helping more couples create their families with confidence.
Many couples are surprised by just how straightforward the process is. Every fertility journey at GSA begins with an in-depth consultation with a member of our friendly and professional team. We’ll answer all of the questions you may have and provide a clear roadmap for the next steps.
You’ll then undergo thorough initial testing. This is used to assess the quality of the eggs and sperm being used and to ensure the person carrying the child is in the best health possible.
After a consultation with Dr Potter, you’ll commence your IVF cycle treatment in Australia under the supervision and support of a local Australian doctor who can re-write your referrals for scans, blood tests and scripts for medications on Australian paperwork. You will purchase your medications in Australia and start your stimulation cycle before making the exciting journey to Los Angeles for your egg retrieval.
Our team will ensure you’re comfortable and informed through each step of the process. You’ll know how many embryos have been created as well as the genders of those embryos. At GSA we also offer extensive genetic testing to screen embryos for chromosomal abnormalities. You will return to the US for a second time to have your embryo transfer and be supported and managed in early pregnancy until around 10 weeks when you are ready to become a regular pregnant person in the Australian healthcare system.
The Benefits of Family Balancing
Heart-Led Choices
From an outside perspective, it can be easy to get caught up in the state-of-the-art science of gender selection IVF. However, at the heart of the matter lies the emotional fulfilment of real couples. Family balancing can bring a sense of completeness to parents who may have otherwise always wondered, “What if?”
At GSA, we see many couples who feel that their choice to balance their families has enhanced the harmony of their families. The fulfilment of having both daughters and sons can have an invaluable impact on the dynamics of the household.
More Effective Family Management
How many times have you heard a sentence like, “At first, we only wanted two kids, but we kept trying for a girl (or boy)”? The drive to experience raising children of both genders can lead parents to throw caution to the wind and abandon their initial family plans.
It’s no secret that having children is a huge commitment, requiring significant emotional and financial resources. While plans change, having more children than initially anticipated can impact a family’s budget and emotional well-being.
This dilemma can also create disharmony in the household. When one partner wants to continue having children in hopes of having a baby girl or boy, the other might not always agree. The resulting dissonance can leave couples feeling conflicted and strained.
In contrast, deliberate family balancing helps couples create the gender split they want without having to rely on chance. We’re proud to play a crucial role in this life-changing journey.
A Real Solution
You might have heard fabled “old wives tales” promising you a gorgeous baby boy or girl if you’ll just eat this food or track the lunar calendar. While these myths are fun to chat about with your partner, ultimately, the gender of a traditionally conceived baby is random. The chance is roughly fifty-fifty, so it’s no wonder these gender prediction superstitions remain!
Gender selection IVF is a real, tangible option for couples who don’t want to leave anything to luck–or the lunar calendar. Imagine the peace of mind you would have knowing that your next baby is the addition to your family with the gender you’ve always envisioned.
Are you considering gender selection IVF for family balancing purposes? We’re here to help. Get in touch with our team today to learn more about how we can support you in creating the family you’ve always envisioned.