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The best clinic for single mothers by choice is Vida Fertility
It’s a fact that more and more women are choosing to become mums without a partner, driven by a deep desire to start a family.
This path—known as solo or chosen motherhood—is possible thanks to advances in reproductive medicine and clinics that understand and support this decision.
In this blog we speak with Dr Elena Santiago and explain why Vida Fertility, with its fertility clinic in Madrid and assisted reproduction centre in Alicante, is one of the best clinics for single mothers in Spain: cutting-edge technology, a humane approach, and programmes designed to support you with respect and confidence from day one.
What should I consider to become a single mother by choice?
Becoming a mum is a wonderful experience, but it also brings great responsibility—especially when you decide to do it alone.
Key considerations
- Female fertility test: Before starting any treatment, it’s essential to have a basic fertility test:
This will show your chances of pregnancy and whether you can proceed with artificial insemination with donor sperm. - Financial stability and planning: Becoming a mum involves ongoing costs. You need stable income to cover treatment, pregnancy, birth, and raising your baby.
- Legal framework: In Spain, there are no legal restrictions preventing a single woman from becoming a mum via assisted reproduction.
- Support network: Solo motherhood doesn’t mean going it alone. Make sure you have friends or family you can rely on.
- Choice of treatment and specialist centre: Select the best fertility clinic in Spain experienced in supporting women choosing single motherhood. Feeling heard and supported by a caring, professional team is vital.
- Sperm donation: Spain’s laws regulate donor requirements. At Vida Fertility, we assess each donor’s fertility, physical health, and perform genetic screening to rule out hereditary conditions.
- Preparing for daily motherhood: Becoming a mum changes your routine, organisation, and priorities. Learning to manage your time, adapt to new rhythms, and maintain emotional balance is key to thriving as a parent.
Learn more about testing before treatment to become a single mother!
Treatment options for single mothers
The simplest method—donor sperm is inserted into the womb at ovulation.
In vitro fertilisation with donor sperm (IVF)
Donor sperm fertilises an egg in the lab, then the embryo is transferred to your womb.
Double gamete donation
For single women who cannot use their own eggs: both egg and sperm donation.
Embryo adoption
Transfer of surplus embryos donated by other couples after successful treatments.
Vida Fertility: the best clinic for single mothers by choice
Specialised medical expertise
At our Madrid and Alicante centres, we offer partner-free motherhood treatments with clinical excellence. Our team includes internationally recognised fertility specialists—gynaecologists, embryologists, and personalised support staff—ensuring every plan is tailored to your needs, story, and hopes.
Cutting-edge technology
We use the latest tools to maximise success rates:
- Time-Lapse incubators for continuous embryo monitoring
- Genetic embryo screening (PGT-A)
- Labs with biometric traceability systems
Modern, welcoming facilities
We know fertility treatments can be emotional and nerve-wracking. Our clinics feature private waiting rooms and comfortable recovery suites, designed so you feel secure, respected, and cared for.
Emotional support and legal clarity
For many single women, treatments are not permitted in their home country. At Vida Fertility, we guide you through every step, comply fully with Spanish regulations, and provide comprehensive emotional support.
Real Vida Fertility testimonials
Read real stories from women who chose Vida Fertility for their solo motherhood journey:
It is incredible how, from absolute resignation, these doctors have lifted my spirits. They got me pregnant and gave me my life back. They live up to their name.
I had to find a way to become a mother if I wanted to pursue my career and not settle for just any partner. I made the right choice.
From the very first moment I felt I was being listened to, understood, and above all, I felt that my treatment was finally going in the right direction.
Hello dear Mrs Ortega,
you and the whole team of Vida fertility make us so happy. Finally a relief that we can be helped! Many thanks to you and all the others for the great care and exceptional quality work. This high quality means a lot to us. We hope that in 2024 we can take a healthy baby full of love into our arms.❤️
Thanks to Dr. Kathi’s support and by following all her advice, the best moment of the treatment came: I got pregnant.
I didn’t know if I would ever be able to get pregnant and now I’m in my 5th month of pregnancy.
It hasn’t been an easy journey. After the second attempt, I am happy to say that in two months I will be meeting my little girl.
Being able to experience this shared motherhood has been a gift for the two of us.
THANK YOU to this great team for everything!
We highly recommend Vida Fertility to anyone who has already given up hope and wants to give it one last try.
A huge thank you to the entire Vida Fertility team, especially to Sophie and Dr. Spies, who helped us achieve the wonderful project of expanding our family. We met a very competent team who perfectly guided and advised us on the medical choices to make at each stage of our journey. 🫶
I recommend Vida Fertility for their professionalism, humanism, and availability.
Our wonderful baby is the proof that the results are there!
Thank you!
Thanks to Vida fertility, we are now mums. Mums!!
It’s the greatest gift of all, we’re so happy!
The good feeling will certainly have contributed to the success of the treatment.
When we first contacted the clinic, I didn’t expect to become a mum so quickly, and now I even have hope that we might be able to create a sibling for our son with the remaining blastocysts.
Thank you!
I chose Vida Fertility because it’s a clinic that offers human support from the very beginning. I’m convinced that my state of mind, so influenced by the unconditional support they gave me, was key to the success of my treatment.
At the first consultation, I felt heard, understood, and full of hope again. The final transfer, our last chance, took place in February 2024… and it worked. Our little girl has brought immense joy to our whole family.
Being a single parent brings challenges, but I’d recommend anyone thinking about it to go for it. Vida Fertility made my dream come true with my first IVF.
Steps to become a single mother in Spain
- Initial medical consultation: Personalised assessment (in-person or online). If you already have tests, we’ll review them with you.
- Fertility test: We evaluate your reproductive health and decide together on the most promising method.
- Sperm donor selection: We work with certified sperm banks to ensure safety, anonymity, and quality.
- Ovarian stimulation: 10–15 days of monitoring and injections.
- Chosen procedure: Either artificial insemination or egg retrieval for IVF with ICSI.
- Embryo transfer: The best embryo is placed in your womb (day 5–6), without anaesthetic.
- Vitrification of surplus embryos: Remaining viable embryos are frozen for future use.
- Two-week wait and pregnancy confirmation: A blood test for hCG confirms pregnancy.
To learn more: How to be a single mum in Spain
Choosing a sperm donor for single motherhood in Spain
At Vida Fertility, we don’t operate our own bank but partner with leading international facilities that:
- Conduct strict genetic and hereditary disease screening
- Assess each donor’s physical and psychological health
- Offer donors matching recipients’ physical characteristics
- Maintain full legal traceability and documentation
These partnerships ensure a wide, high-quality, ethically sound selection of donors for your treatment.
Ready to start your solo motherhood journey?
Book your first consultation with Vida Fertility and receive the medical and emotional support you deserve.
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Why choose Vida Fertility?
At Vida Fertility we understand that the journey to solo motherhood is about much more than a medical procedure: it’s an intimate, courageous choice full of meaning. It isn’t simply about applying an assisted-reproduction technique, but about supporting a life plan brimming with hope and commitment. That’s why, when a woman trusts us with this step, we make it our own—with the same care, respect and warmth she’s imagined for her family.
Choosing us means finding a team that not only excels clinically, but truly listens to and understands the emotions involved. At our fertility clinics you’ll be welcomed by professionals who respect every story and every decision.
Top specialists for single mums by choice in Spain
Best clinic for single mothers in Spain
📍 C/ Palermo 15, Hortaleza, 28043 Madrid
📞 Phone number: +3491 123 45 67
🕒 Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 8am to 7pm
📍 Av. Óscar Esplá 1, Bajo, 03008 Alicante
📞 Phone number: +34 91 123 45 67
🕒 Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 8am to 7pm
Frequently asked questions about choosing solo motherhood
Requirements for single motherhood
Dr Elena Santiago answers:
Spanish assisted-reproduction law fully supports a woman’s right to become a single mother by choice. It’s vital to consider age, as it strongly influences treatment effectiveness. Private clinics in Spain typically set an upper age limit of 50, while the public health system caps it at 40, aiming to optimise outcomes and minimise medical risks.
In which countries is solo motherhood by choice legal?
Dr Elena Santiago answers:
In Spain, solo motherhood treatments are completely legal. Law 14/2006 regulates these techniques, guaranteeing non-discriminatory access regardless of marital status or sexual orientation. It also protects the future child’s welfare and ensures donor anonymity: all egg and sperm donations must be anonymous and altruistic.
What success rate does donor-sperm IVF have?
Dr Elena Santiago answers:
Success rates mirror conventional IVF, varying by age and egg quality. At Vida Fertility we enjoy one of the highest success rates in Europe.
- With seprm of a donor: 45%
- Under 35 years old: 62%
- 70% after the 1st transfer
Can I choose my sperm donor?
Dr Elena Santiago answers:
No—Spain mandates anonymous donation. Our medical team selects the donor based on physical compatibility and immunological criteria with the recipient.
Can I reserve donor sperm for future children?
Dr Elena Santiago answers:
Most sperm banks allow you to reserve doses for subsequent pregnancies, so siblings share the same biological father. The number of vials you can reserve depends on the treatment and donor availability, always within the legal maximum of six births per donor.
Is there an upper age limit for single motherhood?
Dr Elena Santiago answers:
Yes—age is critical to treatment success. After 35, female fertility declines significantly, reducing IVF effectiveness.
- Private clinics: up to 50
- Public system: up to 40
Find more on Spain’s maximum reproductive age here.
Can I become a single mum for a second time?
Dr Elena Santiago answers:
If you plan a second child, you can request to store additional vials from the same donor, ensuring all your children share the same genetic origin. This requires a specific reservation and that the donor hasn’t exceeded the six-child legal limit.
How can I have a baby without a male partner?
Dr Elena Santiago answers:
Today it’s entirely possible through assisted reproduction. Single women and female couples can access:
- Artificial insemination with donor sperm
- In vitro fertilisation with donor sperm
- Embryo adoption, transferring donated embryos from other couples’ surplus IVF cycles
Books and films on assisted reproduction
Books and films are invaluable for answering difficult questions or sharing personal stories. At Vida Fertility we’ve curated a list of titles on egg donation and fertility treatments to help you share your journey with family and future children:
Recommended films & books
Yes—you can become a mum at Vida Fertility
If you’re considering treatment to become a single mother at Spain’s top clinic, get in touch. We’ll help you fulfil your dream of family, providing all the medical and emotional support you deserve.
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