Welcome to the Gayby Boom

An interesting and funny article written about the recent surge in gay couples and individuals utilizing third-party reproduction to become parents. With attitudes and stereotyping relaxing a LOT since the "old days", it is a fresh look at an exciting new trend.

World's Oldest Woman to Give Birth Dies

Some sad news from Europe. Maria del Carmen Bousada, the woman who gained notoriety as the world’s oldest woman to give birth at age 66 has died, leaving twin boys, age 3. Ms. Carmen Bousada conceived her sons through IVF treatment in the US by misrepresenting her age by 10 years to the medical practice who treated her.

Assisted Reproduction in the Media

With the impending custody decision for Michael Jackson's children the latest to unfold, lately it seems that no matter where we turn, we are confronted with media stories centered around assisted reproduction in its many forms. From Octomom to Jon & Kate the world around us seems particularly preoccupied with the details that are usually reserved for those of us in the field of infertility or those going through treatment. Let the last few months serve as a reminder of how important it is to be legally informed and protected when considering the option of third-party reproduction. This is a great article written by Jan Goodwin on the subject.

Sperm Derived from Stem Cells

In an announcement today from Great Britain, Researchers at Newcastle University reveal that they have derived sperm cells from male embryonic stem cells. This achievement brings light to the ever-increasing options for individuals faced with infertility. Read the details of this astonishing new possibility that may soon change the face of future infertility treatment.