You might have heard about artificial insemination. How about intrauterine insemination (IUI)? This IUI is the other name for artificial insemination. As such, it is a process being turned to by many couples who can’t have a baby in a natural way. Essentially, it is an artificial method of conceiving a baby and it involves depositing sperm in a woman’s uterus. Many couples find this process to be less invasive, apart from being a more affordable option than in vitro fertilization (IVF).

When an infertility specialist, which is medically known as a reproductive endocrinologist, carries out IUI, he or she makes sure that the sperm to be used is properly managed. This method is also called sperm washing. This is very vital in the whole process of IUI because the quality or condition of the sperm that will be deposited to the mother’s uterus can greatly have an impact on the chances of the procedure being successful. Moreover, there are still other factors or elements that must be closely considered or examined in order for the IUI procedure to be really successful.

But do you ever wonder what really drives couples to resort to IUI? The reasons vary but most couples who are undergoing IUI have problems related to fertility (or infertility). If the woman has what we call sperm allergy, IUI is ideal for her. Also, one of the most common reasons for undergoing IUI is that the husband has a very low sperm count.

If you think the chances for you to have a child is low, you have to consult an infertility specialist. There are series of tests to be conducted before you IUI is finally recommended. Most of the time, the doctor will initially ask you to try a fertility drug to help you get pregnant before you undergo IUI or artificial insemination. You will be prescribed to take the fertility drug when you are nearing the start of your menstrual cycle. This is done to stimulate the ovaries so it will develop some mature eggs that are ready for fertilization.

You will also be asked to have an ovulation detection kit. The infertility specialist will try to determine the time that you will ovulate so that the insemination will be done in timely manner. The whole process is intricate, so to speak. That is why it is very essential that you see a specialist if you want and need to undergo IUI.

How to prepare your body before your IUI or IVF?

Be yourself prepared to be ready for IUI.

How long have you been trying to get pregnant before you are considering IUI?

There is no hard and fast rule regarding when couples should go for IUI. Many factors and reasons lead to people opting to try IUI process. From various statistics..
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