Is at home insemination the same as IVF?

No. At home insemination usually means ICI (intracervical insemination) with sperm placed near the cervix. IVF involves eggs, labs, and embryo transfer.

When is the best time to do ICI at home?

Aim for the fertile window and prioritize the day of the LH surge and the following day. If you can only do one attempt, time it close to ovulation.

Do I need to orgasm for insemination to work?

No. Some people find it helps with comfort and relaxation, but itu2019s not required for pregnancy.

How long should I stay lying down after insemination?

Many people rest for about 10u201320 minutes. Itu2019s mainly for comfort; sperm can move into cervical mucus without long bed rest.

Whatu2019s the biggest mistake people make with at home insemination?

Bad timing. Skipping ovulation tracking or guessing the fertile window is a common reason cycles feel u201cwasted.u201d

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