Yes, we offer Partner IVF in all our clinics. Partner IVF is a type of IVF  that lets both partners become physically involved in the conception of their baby. In this option, one partner provides the eggs, which are fertilised with donor sperm, and the other carries the pregnancy.

For more information, visit our Partner IVF page.

At Rainbow Fertility, we are unable to assist with finding a surrogate due to legal requirements. In Australia, intended parents (those seeking to become parents through surrogacy) must find a surrogate independently. However, it’s important to note that advertising for a surrogate or offering to be a surrogate is legally restricted.

We recommend seeking advice from a qualified fertility lawyer or surrogacy support organisations for guidance on the surrogacy process, legal considerations, and support resources.

For more information, visit our Surrogacy page.

Yes, obtaining legal advice is a mandatory step when considering surrogacy in Australia. Surrogacy laws vary between states, and all parties involved must seek independent legal counsel.

• The intended parents, the surrogate, and the surrogate’s partner (if applicable) must each have separate legal appointments.
• The intended parents and surrogate must receive advice from different legal advisors to ensure independent representation.
• Rainbow Fertility requires copies of the written surrogacy agreement, which will be reviewed by our internal surrogacy committee (or the Patient Review Panel in Victoria).

For tailored legal guidance, we recommend consulting a family lawyer with expertise in surrogacy law.

For more information, visit our Surrogacy page.

Surrogacy is accessible across all Australian states and territories; however, each jurisdiction has its own specific legislation governing the practice. It’s important to note that while altruistic surrogacy is permitted nationwide, commercial surrogacy is illegal throughout Australia.

Given the complexities and legal nuances involved, seeking professional legal advice is highly recommended to navigate the surrogacy process effectively. For comprehensive information, refer to your state’s specific Surrogacy Act or relevant legislation.

For more information, visit our Surrogacy page.

In most Australian states, eggs can be stored for up to 10 years. In Queensland and New South Wales, extensions beyond this 10-year period are considered on a case-by-case basis and can be approved by your clinic. In Victoria, an extension beyond the initial storage period necessitates approval from the Patient Review Panel (PRP) where a formal written application must be submitted to the PRP for consideration.

For more information, visit our egg freezing page.

Yes, sperm freezing is available at all Rainbow Fertility clinics. The number of deposits required varies for each individual based on their personal circumstances and treatment plan.

In most Australian states, sperm can be stored for up to 10 years. In Queensland and New South Wales, extensions beyond this 10-year period are considered on a case-by-case basis and can be approved by your clinic. In Victoria, an extension beyond the initial storage period necessitates approval from the Patient Review Panel (PRP) where a formal written application must be submitted to the PRP for consideration.

For more information, visit our sperm freezing page.

Before undergoing egg or sperm freezing, it is important to consult with one of our fertility specialists. Ceasing or changing hormone treatment isn’t always necessary. The impact of hormone treatments varies depending on individual circumstances, and a specialist can provide personalised guidance on whether any adjustments are necessary.

For tailored medical advice, we recommend booking an appointment.

This depends on the state legislation where the surrogacy arrangement takes place. In Queensland and New South Wales, traditional surrogacy is legal and can be facilitated through clinics, provided all parties meet specific legal and ethical requirements. In Victoria, traditional surrogacy—where the surrogate uses her own egg—is not permitted through registered fertility clinics. This means that a surrogate cannot also be the egg donor in Victoria.

For more information, visit our Surrogacy page.

There are two types of donors:

• Known donor: When the donor and recipient know each other and have an existing relationship (e.g., friend, family etc.)
• Clinic-recruited donor: When a donor voluntarily donates their sperm to an unknown recipient. Through Rainbow Fertility, you can access Australia’s largest donor sperm bank, Addam Donor Bank. Addam Donor Bank has a wide range of donors available now, with no wait lists!

Your order should be placed with Addam Donor Bank at least three weeks before the intended treatment date.

Please note you will need to make a reservation by day one of your period, otherwise, you will be required to wait until your next cycle.

We cannot guarantee the completion and delivery of orders placed later than this.

Due to different state legislations, donor sperm cannot be transported interstate. Please ensure you are reserving a donor located within your state.

• In Victoria, you can only use our local clinic-recruited donor sperm.
• In New South Wales and Queensland, you can purchase from an overseas sperm bank or use our local clinic-recruited donor sperm.

This is discussed in more detail with your fertility coordinator and/or our donor team.

You will be provided with a profile of the potential donor(s) with non-identifying details such as physical characteristics, ethnicity, interests, education and career to help you select your ideal donor.

There are two types of donors:

• Known donor: When the donor and recipient know each other and have an existing relationship (e.g., friend, family etc.)
• Clinic-recruited donor: When a donor voluntarily donates their sperm to an unknown recipient. Through Rainbow Fertility, you can access Australia’s largest donor egg bank, Eeve Donor Bank. Eeve Donor Bank has a wide range of donors available now, with no wait lists!

Yes, we are proud to offer access to clinic-recruited donor eggs through Eeve Donor Bank. Eeve Donor Bank is Australia’s largest donor egg bank with a wide range of local and overseas donor eggs available now, with no wait lists

You can reserve one allocation of six eggs (local or overseas). The final step to reserve
the donor will take place once the pre-requisite steps have been completed (treatment plan, screenings,
extended carrier screening, counselling, consents, egg selection form, and fee estimate signed).

Rainbow Fertility strongly recommends that patients complete either expanded carrier screening or genetic counselling to understand their selected donor’s carrier status. This can be organised through your treating clinician once a donor has been selected.

If you are selecting frozen eggs, shipment typically takes place within 3 weeks. If you select a donor that does not yet have banked eggs (fresh egg donors), it may take anywhere from 2-4 months to complete the IVF cycle and then for shipment to take place. We recommend not scheduling your procedures until after the eggs have arrived at your clinic.

You will be provided with a profile of the potential donor(s) with non-identifying details such as physical characteristics, ethnicity, interests, education and career to help you select your ideal donor.