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Assisted Reproductive Technology (“ART”) attorneys, reproductive endocrinologists (“RE”), and obstetrician/gynecologists (“OB/GYN”) use acronyms so frequently, we forget newcomers may not readily understand. Individuals navigating assisted reproduction as a means of family formation have enough to think about without a steep learning curve in order to communicate with the professionals assisting them. It doesn’t help that […]

Embryo donation, embryo disposition, and continued cryopreservation. In the year 2022 everyone is aware of the increasingly common need for couples to utilize assisted reproductive technology when growing a family. When couples employ in vitro fertilization (“IVF”) as a means of growing their families, the singular goal is to create quality embryos to ensure the […]

I had the privilege of being interviewed by Renee Cordes for the November 1, 2021 edition of the Maine Business Journal.On the Record: Janene Oleaga of Oleaga Law LLC Janene Oleaga is a Portland-based attorney and entrepreneur who launched boutique law firm Oleaga Law LLC in September 2020 to help clients in Maine and New […]

I had the privilege of being interviewed by Renee Cordes for the November 1, 2021 edition of the Maine Business Journal. Janene Oleaga is a Portland-based attorney and entrepreneur who launched boutique law firm Oleaga Law LLC in September 2020 to help clients in Maine and New York with assisted reproduction, third-party reproduction and family […]

Reproductive experts unpack the surrogacy process from start to finish and explain everything in between (think: costs, laws, agencies, the list goes on).How Does Surrogacy Work, Exactly? Reproductive experts unpack the surrogacy process from start to finish and explain everything in between (think: costs, laws, agencies, the list goes on). August 23, 2021 Kim Kardashian […]

Morning chat with Gena Jaffe of connecting rainbows about second parent adoption and securing legal parentage! Protecting your LGBTQ+ family is not a one-size-fits all process. Learn the factors to consider when determining the best path forward to protect your family. Connecting rainbows provides resources to grow and protect your LGBTQ+ family – from fertility […]

What is Reciprocal IVF? How is Reciprocal IVF done? What are the legal issues associated with Reciprocal IVF? What is Co-maternity? What is Concurrent IVF? What is Effortless IVF? What about donor sperm? If you want answers to any of these questions check out this article all about RECIPROCAL IVF and other family building options […]

Now that CDC guidelines are relaxing and borders are opening everyone is excited to make travel plans. For LGBTQ+ parents and those who grew their families through assisted reproduction, be sure you secure parental rights to your children before traveling to another country – especially one that is not friendly to same-sex couples. Read Sandra […]

If your journey to parenthood requires the assistance of an egg donor, you may be wondering where to start. Whether you are a same-sex or heterosexual couple, you should always start by talking with your reproductive endocrinologist about what is medically possible before deciding how to proceed. This will ensure you are informed when making […]

If you are curious about surrogacy in Maine, whether you are considering becoming a surrogate or hoping to grow your family via surrogacy, listen to our panel discussion about why Maine is a great place for a surrogacy journey! Panelists: Dr. Ben Lannon, Boston IVF Janene Oleaga, Oleaga Law LLC Jennifer White, New England Surrogacy […]