Fertility, Conception and Home IUI

  • Home IUI with Midwives

    Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a procedure in which washed sperm is placed directly into the uterus through a small catheter (tube) that goes through the cervix. IUI increases the chances of conception when using frozen sperm. In some cases, IUI may also be a great option when using fresh sperm (from a known donor or a partner).

    Timing is one of the biggest factors for success with IUI: your chance of conceiving depends on doing the IUI within 24 hours of when ovulation occurs. This means that we are on-call for you, and can make home visits outside of typical business hours.

  • PreConception Counseling

    During your 60-minute preconception appointment, we will review your health history and create an individualized plan to optimize your fertility through nutrition, supplements, herbal medicine, and lifestyle changes. This may also include drawing labs or ordering imaging to better understand your baseline health and fertility status.

  • Cycle Charting

    Since timing is everything when planning to conceive, we will discuss how to chart your cycles and identify positive signs of fertility and ovulation.

    We prefer using FEMM to chart your cycles. We offer a three month course on how to chart. $295

  • Rates

    Preconception Counseling: $250 for a 90-minute appointment, plus 3 months of unlimited email/phone support

    IUI: $400, and $200 for subsequent inseminations within the SAME cycle

    Sperm Washing: $250

    Cost of Sperm: not included

FAQs

  • Meraki Midwives provides services to anyone who needs respectful fertility care, but especially to those who’s needs are not being met in the mainstream system.

  • IUI is a procedure in which washed sperm is placed directly into the uterus, using a thin catheter (tube) that goes through the cervix. The procedure typically takes less than 2 minutes, and feels similar to getting a Pap. IUI is a safe and effective way to achieve pregnancy.

  • Unfortunately, most insurance plans do not include any fertility benefits. You are responsible for paying for any care provided by Meraki Midwives, with payment due at the time of service. Some workplaces may offer fertility benefits, and we are happy to provide you with a superbill that you can submit for reimbursement.

    Any lab work can be billed directly to your insurance or we have a great cash pay provider.

  • There is no easy answer to this question; everyone’s journey is unique. These statistics might help you get a sense of realistic expectations:

    For people under 30, the success rate is around 20-25% per cycle.

    For people aged 30 to 35, the success rate of IUI is typically 15-20% per cycle.

    People aged 35-40 have a 10% success rate per cycle. By their early 40s, the success rates drop to approximately 5%.

    These are statistics for people with no known fertility issues, who are using high-quality sperm. If you are impacted by fertility complications, your statistical chances of success will be lowered.

  • Medication management is outside of our scope as Licensed Midwives. Some clients choose to get fertility medications prescribed through an MD, while still pursuing at-home IUI with Meraki Midwives. We can discuss the risks and benefits of medications during a preconception consultation, so you have the information to make the best choice for your individual circumstances.