Gender selection might sound like something in a futuristic novel or movie. But with remarkable reproductive technology innovations over the last few decades, the future is here.
At the Fertility & Gynecology Center - Monterey Bay IVF, we offer advanced options for family balancing, or gender selection.
Since 2008, world-renowned fertility expert Dr. Edward J. Ramirez and our talented team have provided comprehensive fertility care in our state-of-the-art facility in Monterey, California, attracting patients from California and around the globe.
With certified laboratories, a modern surgery center, and cutting-edge innovations, our compassionate and personalized approach ensures the highest standard of care.
Our team is also known for compassion and sensitivity. We understand that fertility care is highly personal, particularly when it comes to topics like family balancing. Read on to learn how family selection works, when you might wish to consider it, and how we can support you.
Family balancing typically involves in vitro fertilization (IVF) with preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD).
After egg retrieval, our experts fertilize the eggs with sperm in our lab to create embryos. After around three to five days, our embryologist precisely removes one cell from each embryo. These cell samples go to our genetics lab for immediate evaluation.
This professional analysis can determine the sex of each embryo. PGD can also identify a broad range of chromosomal irregularities. In this way, it can ensure that we select only healthy, viable embryos for implantation while also giving you the option to choose the sex that aligns with your family building goals.
Family balancing needs are highly unique to each parent. Some common reasons to consider it include:
Certain genetic conditions, such as hemophilia or Duchenne muscular dystrophy, are linked to specific genders. If your genetics point to an elevated risk for your future children, gender selection can help.
It allows you to select an embryo without those genetic markers. For example, parents with hemophilia or a family history of it may opt for female embryos, as it’s extremely rare in girls.
Many factors play into gender preferences, from personal desires to cultural values, religion, and parent history. If you have a strong personal preference for one sex or the other, PGD can allow you to realize your dreams.
At Fertility & Gynecology Center - Monterey Bay IVF, we believe that your personal wishes deserve respect and compassion, free from judgment. No matter what your reasons for having a preference for a boy or girl, we’re here to support you.
Many parents desire more control over family planning. For example, a parent might already have a girl (or several) and want a boy, or vice-versa.
You deserve to plan your family the way that makes sense to you, and family balancing allows you to do that. PGD can give you greater control over the family-building process to help you shape the family of your dreams.
Thinking about gender selection? We can help. Reach out to our experienced team at Fertility & Gynecology Center-Monterey Bay IVF by calling 831-649-4483 or sending us a message online to book your consultation.
