Insemination

Insemination is a way to help a woman become pregnant. When a woman wants to have a baby, the sperm from a man needs to meet with her egg (which is in her womb). Sometimes this can be difficult or not happen naturally. Insemination is a process where sperm is put into the woman's body in a way that makes it easier for the sperm to find the egg.

First, the man's sperm is collected and cleaned in a laboratory so it's healthy and ready for the woman's body. Then, when the woman is ovulating (when an egg is released from her ovaries), a doctor or a nurse will use a special tool to put the sperm directly into the woman's uterus which is where the baby will grow.

There are different types of insemination, but the most common type is called intrauterine insemination (IUI). This is when the sperm is put inside the uterus using a thin tube. The woman might feel some cramping, but it's not too painful.

Insemination can be a great option for couples who are having trouble getting pregnant naturally. It's a safe, easy and effective way to help them have a baby!