Alex Rivera
LGBTQ+ family advocate, writer, and parent through donor conception dedicated to making fertility resources inclusive and affirming.
Articles by Alex Rivera
At-Home Insemination Kit for LGBTQ+ Families: The Complete 2026 Guide
The complete 2026 guide to choosing an at home insemination kit for LGBTQ+ families—two-mom couples, single gay parents, trans individuals, and more.
Home Insemination Syringe for Two-Mom Families: Choosing the Right Device
Choosing the right home insemination syringe for two-mom families using frozen donor sperm—volume, ergonomics, and partner involvement explained for 2026.
Home Insemination for Lesbian Couples: Your Complete 2026 Guide
Everything two-mom families need to know about home insemination — from choosing a donor and timing the procedure to what to expect emotionally and what it actually costs.
Finding a Known Sperm Donor: Legal, Medical, and Relationship Guide for LGBTQ+ Families
Everything LGBTQ+ individuals and couples need to know about using a known sperm donor — from finding the right person to legal agreements, medical requirements, and protecting your family long-term.
Two-Mom ICI Timeline: From First Conversation to Positive Test
A realistic month-by-month timeline for lesbian and two-mom families navigating home insemination — covering the decisions, appointments, and waits that make up the real journey.
Gay Men and Family Building: Surrogacy, Co-Parenting, and Adoption Explained
A practical guide for gay men and same-sex male couples navigating family building — comparing surrogacy, co-parenting arrangements, and adoption with honest analysis of costs, timelines, and what each path actually involves.
Home Insemination Without a Clinic: Full Cost Breakdown for LGBTQ+ Families
A transparent, real-number breakdown of what home insemination actually costs for LGBTQ+ families — including donor sperm, kits, legal fees, and medical testing — compared to the clinical IUI alternative.