Mum+Mum, thanks for the info. Im sorry to hear your first pregnancy didn't go to plan, i hope you have more luck to come. And I will get some books for sure for a read up.

Thunderstruck, hugely appreciate your reply. I think I know what you mean about starting the whole process with a clinic! So much information and peoples opinions (which is super great), I have read your post over 3 times haha, but going to a clinic I guess would signify the beginning of it all in reality.
From your post I gather that sperm available will really depend on the clinic that you go to, eg from Aus or America, but I am aware of the Aus shortage. Would you mind saying what clinic in Sydney you went to? (my partner is from Sydney.) Can't say i love the sounds of all the needles i'll have to have, but I guess it will all be worth it in the end!!
Congratulations on your bundle and all the best. Make sure you post when he/she arrives.
Jess + Jenna.