LGBTQ+ Fertility Services in Beverly Hills

There are many ways to define “family.” Grow yours with our caring team at Beverly Hills Reproductive Center.

What to look for in an LGBTQ+ fertility clinic

Many fertility clinics in Los Angeles serve the LGBTQ+ community, but few feel like a true second home during your journey. Here’s why our patients trust Beverly Hills Reproductive Center with their care.

Inclusive & affirming clinic

Family building is personal. Sometimes, it can be emotional. We ensure you always feel safe and supported.

Specialized expertise

Dr. Lina Akopians has helped LGBTQ+ patients become parents for more than a decade. She’ll answer your questions and guide you with compassion.

Trusted Partnerships

We work closely with reputable donor agencies, sperm banks, and surrogacy partners to support your journey from start to finish.

Fertility treatment options for LGBTQ+ family building

All paths to parenthood are beautiful. Sometimes they involve third-party reproduction (donor support), IVF, IUI, or fertility preservation. Here’s what those options can look like.

Lesbian Couples

For same-sex female couples, the most common path to parenthood involves donor sperm and either intrauterine insemination (IUI) or in vitro fertilization (IVF). Many couples consider reciprocal IVF, where one partner provides the egg and the other carries the pregnancy. This allows both parents to play a special role in the journey.

Gay Couples

For same-sex male couples, family building typically involves an egg donor and a gestational carrier (commonly called a surrogate). Some couples use both partners’ sperm in the process, then choose the healthiest embryo or bring two new family members into the world.

Trans or Nonbinary Aspiring Parents

We support gender-diverse patients by creating a fertility plan that honors your identity. Whether you’re preserving fertility before gender-affirming care or looking to grow your family in a way that feels right, we’ll help you explore each of your options.

Single Parents by Choice

We help single parents explore the full range of fertility options to build the family they’ve always envisioned. You’ll get personalized guidance and support to navigate each step of the journey with confidence.

LGBTQ+ fertility services in Beverly Hills

We offer a wide range of LGBTQ+ fertility services in partnership with leading cryobanks, donor programs, and gestational carrier agencies.

Donor sperm

We’ll connect you with thoroughly screened sperm banks and walk you through the process.

Gestational carrier services

If you need someone to carry the pregnancy, we’ll connect you with experienced, compassionate partners.

IVF for IGBTQ+ couples

IVF is a fertility treatment that combines eggs and sperm in the lab before transferring the embryo into the uterus.

Reciprocal IVF for lesbian couples

In reciprocal IVF, one partner provides the eggs and the other carries the pregnancy.

Donor eggs

Choose from frozen donor egg banks or coordinate a fresh cycle with a trusted donor egg agency.

IUI with donor sperm

Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a less invasive treatment option that places sperm directly into the uterus.

Egg freezing

Preserve eggs before hormone therapy, surgery, or to delay parenthood for any reason.

Sperm freezing

This is a fertility preservation option for trans women or anyone undergoing treatments that may affect fertility.

Embryo freezing

Same-sex couples may freeze embryos to delay parenthood or when planning for more than one child.

“We always felt supported”

Dr. Akopians was always welcoming and understanding of the nuances my wife and I brought to the fertility process and how that may alter our care. From the get-go, she laid out our options, listened to our preferences and set a plan we were all comfortable with to begin treatment. She seemed well versed in our options and we always felt supported in our decisions.

- LGBTQ+ patient | 2022

Preparing for your first consultation

Your first appointment can be done virtually or in our Beverly Hills clinic. We encourage both partners to attend so everyone’s needs are heard. During this appointment, you’ll meet with Dr. Akopians to talk through your family building goals and medical history.

After the consultation, you’ll receive a summary and clear next steps so you know exactly what to expect as you move forward with your treatment plan.

Be ready to talk about:

YOUR MEDICAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HISTORY

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YOUR FAMILY BUILDING GOALS

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PAST FERTILITY TREATMENTS AND TEST RESULTS

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WHAT TO EXPECT FROM TESTING AND TREATMENT

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SPECIFIC QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS

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Ready to learn more?

Start by requesting a consultation.

A member of our team will reach out by the next business day to gather some details, schedule your appointment, and walk you through what to expect.

Insurance & payment options for LGBTQ+ fertility care

Insurance coverage for LGBTQ+ fertility care varies depending on your plan and state guidelines. California law includes protections for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples.

Beverly Hills Reproductive Center accepts select insurance plans and partners with CapexMD for fertility financing. Reach out to your insurance company to understand your fertility coverage. If this feels complicated, don’t worry — our team can help you understand your payment options.

Common questions about LGBTQ+ family building

Whether you’re just starting to explore your options or weighing your next step, these FAQs can help you get grounded. If you need more clarity, we’re here to help.

  • LGBTQ+ individuals and couples use donor sperm, donor eggs, reciprocal IVF, embryo donation, gestational carriers, or adoption as means of building their family. 

  • Unlike traditional surrogacy, a gestational carrier doesn’t use her own egg — so she has no biological connection to the baby. The embryo is made using someone else’s egg and sperm, then transferred to the carrier.

  • This is a deeply personal question that only you can answer. But we can explain the process of freezing eggs, sperm, or embryos, and help you make an informed decision about family planning.

  • Yes. You can choose a known donor, such as a friend or family member, or select from a donor bank. Your donor agency will help ensure the proper screening and safeguards are in place.

  • A child can only inherit DNA from one egg and one sperm, but both partners can still play a meaningful role. Lesbian couples often consider reciprocal IVF, while gay couples may fertilize eggs with sperm from each partner and transfer one or more embryos.

When you’re ready, we’re here

We can’t wait to help you build your family. Reach out to us to take the next step.

Receive a personalized treatment plan

Speak with Dr. Akopians about your options for fertility treatment and family building.