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Shared motherhood is a relatively new term for egg or embryo donation within a same sex couple.  This allows a couple to both feel part of the IVF journey as one partner will produce the egg to be fertilized by donor sperm and the other will have the embryo implanted, carry and give birth to […]

Fertility may be the last thing on your mind when you’re experiencing the distress of having a body that doesn’t express your identity. Understandably, many trans and non-binary people are keen to start hormone therapy or have surgery as quickly as possible. However, you may find it a source of regret if you have treatment […]

Your Pregnancy Blood Test (BhCG) Once your embryo has been transferred, you will have been given a date to return for your pregnancy test. This is a quick blood test, performed on the unit in the morning. Staff will then contact you later in the day with the result and a plan of action. The […]

Occasionally sperm samples are produced that contain no sperm, this is called azoospermia. There are several different causes for this which include: In the first 3 causes, sperm are produced by the testicles but are unable to be ejaculated because of a blockage or absence of the vas. The man can still ejaculate seminal fluid, […]

Unit Information Gateshead Fertility Unit is a purpose-built unit situated on the 3rd floor of the Jubilee Wing in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. The Centre was designed to provide patient centered care on a single site by a dedicated team of clinicians, nurses, and scientists. We offer a broad range of services for the investigation […]

This information leaflet is designed to give you an overview of the treatment pathway for patients using donor sperm.  There are many aspects to consider when deciding to use donor sperm; please take some time to read through the different sections of this leaflet carefully.  Please feel free to contact the unit if you have […]

Important note: When you are ready to order your donor sperm, please ensure you read this leaflet thoroughly. It provides all the guidance required to complete the ordering process. If you need further assistance regarding donor sperm, please contact the laboratory directly on [email protected] Donor Clinics We do not have our own donors at this […]

In-vitro fertilisation (IVF) is a fertility treatment that involves the use of drugs to stimulate the ovaries into producing eggs. The eggs are then taken out of the body and fertilised in the laboratory. The fertilised egg(s), which are called embryos, are then replaced in the uterus (womb). IVF was originally designed to treat couples […]

The table below shows the Live Birth Rates for patients who received treatment at Gateshead Fertility using their own eggs between 1st January 2022 and 31st December 2022. Female Age in Years Under 38 38 and over           LIVE BIRTH RATE       FRESH TREATMENT   Per cycle started   […]