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Samantha Brooks, LCSW
LCSW, AFC
Licensed clinical social worker and certified fertility counselor. She specializes in supporting individuals and couples through the emotional toll of fertility journeys.
Articles by Samantha Brooks, LCSW
Safety and Hygiene
Syringe Cleaning and Reuse for ICI: What Is Actually Safe
Evidence-based guidance on cleaning and reusing ICI syringes at home, covering rinse protocols, sperm-safe cleaning agents, and when reuse is inadvisable.
Device Reviews
Cryobaby Device Review: Performance with Frozen Donor Sperm
In-depth review of the Cryobaby ICI applicator for frozen sperm use: volume capacity, sample transfer technique, and how it compares to standard syringes.