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The Legal Status of Embryos in the United States: State-by-State Overview and Future Concerns The legal status of embryos in the United States varies significantly from state to state. With the Supreme Court’s 2022 ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization overturning Roe v. Wade and ending the constitutional right to abortion before viability, […]

Building a family is one of life’s most transformative experiences. The desire to parent exists across cultures and throughout generations. It’s a universal truth and what I believ is also a universal right. The right to have a family belongs to everyone, but for many, the path to parenthood can be challenging. Whether due to […]

The BIVF Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing financial assistance to anyone facing challenges in their family building residing in New England. Each year, the BIVF Foundation awards recipients with grant money that may be used for IVF, fertility treatment, adoption, or other form of family building through assisted reproduction. Learn more about the […]

As we approach 2025 several trends in reproductive medicine, IVF, and fertility law are emerging, driven by technological advances, political reform, and a collective focus on reproductive rights throughout the United States and beyond. Here are some key trends likely to shape the conversation in 2025: Embryonic Personhood and Abortion Ban LegislationWith a new conservative […]

Julia Rogers, Esq. of HelloPrenup interviews family formation attorney and reproductive rights advocate Janene Oleaga, Esq. about the ever-evolving legal landscape of fertility law, reproductive rights, the legal status of embryos, and why embryo disposition clauses in your prenup could save you money, time, and heartache.

When looking to grow your family through assisted reproductive technology, and specifically sperm donation, there are a few considerations to keep in mind. Ultimately, the decision is highly personal, and there are several factors to consider when choosing between a directed (known) sperm donor or an anonymous sperm donor.Know your Terms: What is a known […]

Surrogacy Misconception #1: Surrogacy is Only For Rich Celebrities Many people throughout the United States and the world turn to surrogacy as a means to grow their family. Sometimes intended parents have attempted to conceive for a number of years without success before planning to have a child or children through surrogacy. Other times it […]

Reproductive Rights are Human Rights: Embracing Family Equality for All this Pride Month As a firm dedicated to assisting individuals and families in their family-building journeys, we recognize the importance of celebrating and supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and fighting for equality and reproductive rights for all. We firmly believe that everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, gender […]

In October 2023, the American Society for Reproductive Medicine expanded the definition of infertility to include LGBTQ+ couples and single individuals: ‘Infertility’’ is a disease, condition, or status characterized by any of the following: The inability to achieve a successful pregnancy based on a patient’s medical, sexual, and reproductive history, age, physical findings, diagnostic testing, or any combination of those […]

Questions to ask your potential egg donor that won’t be included in her donor profile. Selecting an egg donor for your family isn’t an easy decision. You’ve likely gone through a number of profiles containing information relating to genetics, medical history, physical characteristics, education, and background, but what else do you want to know before […]