About Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

Intrauterine Insemination at New England Fertility

At New England Fertility, we successfully treat many patients with Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) to help create the families they’ve always wanted. IUI is a fertility treatment that increases the chance of fertilization by placing sperm directly in a woman’s uterus.

This procedure is often one of the first fertility treatment services recommended to couples, unless your fertility specialist believes another treatment offers a higher chance of success per your individual diagnosis.

What is IUI?

Intrauterine insemination treatment is timed to place sperm inside a woman’s uterus at the same time an egg is released from the ovaries. The sperm can either come from a male partner or a sperm donor, and is often “washed” to separate the active sperm with the greatest motility so it can be used in the procedure.

The IUI Process:

Ovulation Monitoring: Before insemination takes place, your ovulation cycle will be monitored to determine ideal timing. Ovulation stimulating hormones may be used to facilitate this process.
Sperm Washing: After a sperm sample has been taken, it will be washed for uterine insertion.
Insemination: Once ovulation has been identified, the prepared sperm will be inserted into your uterus.

The goal of IUI is to facilitate the fertilization process by giving the sperm a “head start.” A fertile egg still needs to be available for fertilization in order for a positive pregnancy to occur.

Is IUI Right for Me?

IUI is a successful treatment for many patients, and is most often recommended for the following:

Low sperm count and/or motility
Male ejaculation issues
Endometriosis-induced infertility
Unexplained infertility
Cervical conditions (poor cervical mucus)
Same-sex female couples using a sperm donor
Semen allergy

Free cord blood banking — included for every NEFI patient.

As part of your care at New England Fertility Institute, you qualify for a complimentary newborn stem cell collection kit through AlphaCord — at no cost to you. Cord blood stem cells are collected once, at birth. They treat 80+ conditions, are your child's perfect biological match, and cannot be retrieved after delivery. We hold your kit ready so that when the moment comes, you're prepared.

We were struggling to get pregnant for so long. Dr. Lavy is not just an expert in fertility, he cares to meet you and get to know your needs!
– Proud Parent, Ireland

IUI FAQs

How long does it take to get pregnant using IUI?

Since insemination occurs during ovulation, it takes approximately two weeks after the procedure to determine if the treatment is successful after a positive pregnancy test. The overall success of IUI is dependent on several factors, such as pre-existing medical conditions and egg quality. Our experienced medical team will help determine the treatment plan that offers the highest chance of success.

Your First IUI Consultation

Our Connecticut location in Stamford provides convenience and accessibility for patients in the tri-state area. Our proximity to New York City makes our center a desired choice for international travelers as well. During your first consultation, we will:

Step 1: Get to know you and evaluate your history

Step 2: Explain and review financial considerations

Step 3: Schedule treatment, and begin your journey!

We make families. You make the memories. Let's make a plan together.

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