{"id":4550,"date":"2026-05-23T19:24:04","date_gmt":"2026-05-23T19:24:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/?p=4550"},"modified":"2026-05-23T19:33:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-23T19:33:36","slug":"lgbtqia-family-building-at-ivf-florida-every-path-fully-supported","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/resources\/blog\/lgbtqia-family-building-at-ivf-florida-every-path-fully-supported\/","title":{"rendered":"LGBTQIA+ family building at IVF Florida: Every path, fully supported"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"4550\" class=\"elementor elementor-4550\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ed1c0dc e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ed1c0dc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ae61b88 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ae61b88\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">For 40 years and counting, we\u2019ve helped LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples across Florida\u2014through IUI, in vitro fertilization (IVF), reciprocal IVF, donor egg, gestational carrier arrangements, and fertility preservation for transgender individuals. The options are real, the team is experienced, and we\u2019re here when you\u2019re ready.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201cEvery family looks different, and we\u2019ve been honored to help build them for 40 years,\u201d shares <a href=\"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/providers\/kari-von-goeben\/\">Kari von Goeben, M.D.<\/a> \u201cLGBTQIA+ patients are a core part of who we serve\u2014not a specialty category, not an afterthought. If you have questions about what\u2019s possible, we\u2019d love to be the team you ask.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">What treatment options are available for LGBTQIA+ family building?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Our board-certified reproductive endocrinologists work with LGBTQIA+ patients across the full range of family-building paths. Options include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u2022&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Intrauterine insemination (IUI) with donor sperm\u2014often the first-line option for those planning to carry using donor sperm. Minimally invasive, lower cost, and frequently the right starting point.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:60,&quot;335559739&quot;:60}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u2022&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In vitro fertilization (IVF)\u2014for more complex situations, or when IUI isn\u2019t the best fit. Includes options for preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) and frozen embryo transfer.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:60,&quot;335559739&quot;:60}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u2022&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reciprocal IVF (co-IVF)\u2014one partner provides the eggs; the other carries the pregnancy. One of the most meaningful ways both partners can be involved in the process.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:60,&quot;335559739&quot;:60}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u2022&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Donor egg\u2014selected from leading egg banks or through donor agencies. Our team guides you through the selection process based on your preferences and goals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:60,&quot;335559739&quot;:60}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u2022&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Donor sperm\u2014anonymous or known donors. We coordinate the screening and selection process with you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:60,&quot;335559739&quot;:60}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u2022&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Working with a gestational carrier\u2014for those who are unable to carry. We work with the surrogacy agency of your choice and can provide referrals for reproductive attorneys and psychologists who specialize in LGBTQIA+ arrangements.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:60,&quot;335559739&quot;:60}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u2022&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fertility preservation for transgender individuals\u2014egg freezing or sperm banking before gender-affirming hormone therapy or surgery. Coming in early gives you the most options.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:60,&quot;335559739&quot;:60}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">What is reciprocal IVF?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reciprocal IVF\u2014also called co-IVF\u2014is a treatment option where one partner provides eggs, and the other carries the pregnancy. The egg provider goes through an IVF stimulation cycle; the eggs are fertilized with donor sperm to create embryos; one embryo is then transferred to the carrying partner\u2019s uterus. Both partners have a biological connection to the pregnancy\u2014one genetically, one as the person who carries and delivers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">What will my treatment plan look like?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Every plan starts with a consultation with one of our reproductive endocrinologists\u2014a conversation about your medical history, your goals, and what path makes the most sense for your family.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A few things worth thinking about before that first appointment:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u2022&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"8\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re planning to carry: Who will provide the eggs\u2014you, your partner, or a donor? Will you use an anonymous sperm donor or someone you know?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:60,&quot;335559739&quot;:60}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u2022&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"9\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re planning to work with a gestational carrier: Do you have someone in mind, or will you work with an agency? Who will provide the eggs and sperm?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:60,&quot;335559739&quot;:60}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u2022\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u2022&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"10\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re pursuing treatment as a solo parent: What donor options fit your situation\u2014sperm, egg, or embryo?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:60,&quot;335559739&quot;:60}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Start with a $129 Fertility Awareness Checkup<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Not ready for a full consultation? Our <a href=\"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/treatments\/diagnostics-and-medications\/fertility-awareness-checkup\/\">Fertility Awareness Checkup<\/a> is a smart first step.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">For $129, the checkup includes bloodwork assessing anti-M\u00fcllerian hormone (AMH), FSH, and estradiol (E2)\u2014the core markers of ovarian reserve\u2014plus a transvaginal ultrasound. It\u2019s available to patients ages 21\u201344 and requires no referral. For LGBTQIA+ individuals who want to understand their fertility before committing to a full treatment plan, it\u2019s often exactly the right starting point.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fertility Equity\u2122 care\u2014what it means for you<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Our care teams are Fertility Equity\u2122 certified, which means our team is trained to provide culturally competent, inclusive care for all communities\u2014including those who have historically faced barriers to reproductive healthcare. That shows up in how we communicate, how we build treatment plans, and how we show up for every patient who walks through our doors.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">What legal considerations should LGBTQIA+ families know about?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Family-building law is nuanced, particularly when third-party reproduction is involved. We strongly recommend connecting with a reproductive attorney before beginning any treatment that includes a gestational carrier or donor arrangement.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Our team can provide referrals for attorneys who specialize in LGBTQIA+ family building and reproductive law. Legal counsel\u2014particularly for gestational carrier arrangements\u2014should be in place before any embryo transfer.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Frequently asked questions<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Does Florida have a fertility insurance mandate that covers LGBTQIA+ patients?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Florida does not have a state-level insurance mandate for fertility treatment. Coverage depends on your individual plan. Our team can help you review your benefits and understand what\u2019s covered before you begin\u2014and can walk you through financing options if coverage is limited.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Can a transgender person freeze their eggs or sperm before starting gender-affirming treatment?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Yes. Fertility preservation before gender-affirming hormone therapy or surgery is something our care team supports regularly. Egg freezing and sperm banking are both available. The earlier you come in, the more options you\u2019ll have. No referral is required.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Do both partners need to be evaluated before starting treatment?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It depends on the treatment plan. For IUI with donor sperm, the evaluation focuses on the person planning to carry. For reciprocal IVF, both partners will be evaluated\u2014one for egg retrieval readiness, one for uterine readiness. Your physician will outline what testing is needed at your first appointment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Does IVF Florida have experience working with LGBTQIA+ patients?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Yes\u2014for 40 years and counting. LGBTQIA+ family building is a core part of our practice, explicitly featured across our care offerings. You won\u2019t need to explain the basics at your consultation. Our team already knows them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">What if I don\u2019t have fertility insurance coverage?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">We offer financing options and can help you explore what\u2019s available. Our stepped-care philosophy also means we start with less invasive, lower-cost treatment options before recommending more complex approaches\u2014which often reduces overall cost significantly.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Have questions about LGBTQIA+ family building in Florida? We\u2019re here when you\u2019re ready. <a href=\"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/schedule-appointment\/\">Schedule a consultation<\/a>\u2014or start with a $129 Fertility Awareness Checkup.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:160}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For 40 years and counting, we\u2019ve helped LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples across Florida\u2014through IUI, in vitro fertilization (IVF), reciprocal IVF, donor egg, gestational carrier arrangements, and fertility preservation for transgender individuals. The options are real, the team is experienced, and we\u2019re here when you\u2019re ready&#8230;<\/p>","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":4556,"sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4550","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news-and-resources"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4550","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4550"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4550\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4560,"href":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4550\/revisions\/4560"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4556"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4550"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4550"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ivfflorida.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4550"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}