How Fertility Tourism Can Help You Build Your Family

Dreams of parenthood can sometimes feel out of reach when facing fertility challenges at home. For many couples and individuals, the path to building a family may require exploring options beyond their local healthcare system. Fertility tourism—the practice of traveling to another country for reproductive treatments—offers hope and expanded possibilities for those looking to build a family of their own.

At Chedid Grieco, we understand your desire to start or grow your family. With 30 years of experience and nearly 9,000 babies born through our care, our female-led clinic provides customized treatment plans and boutique care to address your individual fertility needs. As one of only eight clinics outside the U.S. with a New York tissue license, we combine Brazilian reproductive expertise with FDA and NYDH licensing to ensure the highest standards of care for our international patients.

What is Fertility Tourism and Why Should You Consider It?

Fertility tourism refers to traveling across international borders specifically to access reproductive or family-planning treatments outside of your home country. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 1 in 6 people worldwide experience the inability to conceive a child on their own, highlighting how important it is to have access to comprehensive fertility care. With fertility tourism, the opportunities are available and ready for you to take advantage of. Think of it like opening a door to possibilities that might be closed to you locally when it comes to your dream of building a family!

Fertility tourism creates new paths for individuals and couples who dream of having a family but face obstacles in their home countries. Different countries have their own unique approaches to fertility treatments, which can work in your favor! Some nations offer advanced procedures like In Vitro Maturation (IVM), which allows egg retrieval without the hormonal stimulation typically needed. This means you can avoid the discomfort of 10-12 days of injections that traditional IVF requires. You may also have access to other family-planning options like gestational surrogacy, which allows you to work with a qualified surrogate who will carry your child for you!

There are many reasons why intended parents may consider fertility tourism. These reasons include the following:

• Cost savings: Fertility tourism can offer substantial cost savings. Some procedures cost 30 to 50% less than in the United States while still providing excellent care. 
• Access to different treatments: Intended parents may gain access to treatments simply not available where they live. This may include egg donation, surrogacy options, or specialized genetic testing.
• Shorter waiting period: If time is a factor in your fertility journey, the shorter waiting times abroad can make all the difference for those looking to build a family sooner rather than later.

Remember, fertility tourism isn’t just a medical decision—it’s a hopeful path toward building the family you’ve been dreaming of.

What to Expect From the Fertility Tourism Journey?

The fertility tourism journey begins with thorough research and planning. Intended parents should start by exploring clinics that specialize in their specific needs and schedule virtual consultations to discuss the following factors:

• Medical history
• Treatment options
• Success rates

This initial phase helps you build confidence in your chosen clinic and develop a relationship with your fertility team before you even board a plane. 

Timing is Everything

When you work with our fertility experts at Chedid Grieco, the next step we will take is to begin planning the timing of your fertility journey. Most fertility treatments require at least 2-3 weeks abroad, with consultations happening in locations like Miami while the actual procedures take place in our facility in Brazil. Remember to factor in some flexibility, as fertility treatments sometimes need adjustments based on how your body responds.

During Treatment

During your stay, intended parents can expect a comprehensive experience that often feels more personalized than any medical treatments they have experienced at home. Our fertility clinic offers dedicated coordinators who speak your language and help with everything from transportation to medication instructions. 

Post-Treatment Care

The post-treatment phase is equally important. Before returning home, you’ll receive detailed follow-up instructions and schedule virtual check-ins with your international medical team. Many intended parents find that this continuity of care creates a seamless bridge between their treatment abroad and their return home, where local physicians can provide ongoing support as needed.

Remember, while the journey involves travel and coordination, the potential reward of finally building your dream family makes every step worthwhile!

Ready to Start Your Fertility Journey?

If you’re ready to explore how fertility tourism can help you build your family, Chedid Grieco is here to guide you every step of the way. As a female-led company with 30 years of experience and nearly 9,000 babies born through our care, we understand the emotional and medical complexities of your fertility journey. Our clinic is proud to be one of only eight facilities outside the U.S. with a New York tissue license, combining Brazilian reproductive expertise with FDA and NYDH licensing to ensure the highest quality care. We’re also proud supporters of LGBTQI+ families, offering inclusive fertility solutions for all family structures.

Don’t let geographical boundaries stand between you and your dream of parenthood. Our team offers personalized consultations in Miami while conducting treatments at our state-of-the-art facility in Brazil, where we provide innovative techniques like In vitro Maturation that can eliminate the need for ovarian stimulation injections. Experience the boutique care and customized treatment plans that have made us the Head of the Brazilian Technique in reproductive medicine. Contact us today at (305) 912-0050 or through our contact form to begin your journey toward building the family you’ve always wanted.