The Stellar At-Home Insemination Kit
The Stellar At-Home Insemination Kit
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What's in the kit
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9 round-tipped insemination syringes, designed for comfort rather than improvised from something else -
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Your choice of 9 disposable Softdiscs or 1 reusable Origin disc -
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9 sterile specimen cups for clean, straightforward collection -
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50 LH ovulation test strips, enough to track three full cycles properly -
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10 HCG pregnancy test strips for the end of each two-week wait -
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Clear step-by-step instructions, written for people doing this for the first time
This kit is for you if
- You've already tried a cycle or two and want to commit to a longer stretch
- You want three full cycles covered without reordering mid-journey
- You're working with a more complex fertility picture and want to be fully stocked
- You want the lowest cost per round in the range
- You're a same-sex couple, a solo parent by choice, or using a known or clinic donor
- You'd rather buy once and stop thinking about supplies altogether
Details
How to use it
Test daily with the LH strips from around Day 10 of your cycle until you get a positive, meaning the test line is as dark or darker than the control line. Testing twice a day as you approach your surge helps you catch it precisely. Collect the sample in one of the specimen cups and let it liquefy for 15 to 30 minutes at room temperature. Draw it slowly into a syringe, avoiding air bubbles. Lying on your back with hips slightly raised, gently insert the syringe and release the sample near the cervix. Stay lying down for 15 to 30 minutes. Insert your disc afterwards to hold everything in place, and wear it for several hours or overnight. Test for pregnancy 10 to 14 days after ovulation using first morning urine. Full instructions are in the box, and we're a message away if anything is unclear.
Materials & safety
Everything in the kit is medical-grade, sterile, and body-safe. Syringes and specimen cups are single-use. Ovulation and pregnancy strips are individually sealed. Disposable Softdiscs are single-use and latex-free; the Origin disc is body-safe silicone made for repeated use. All of it is made specifically for fertility use, not repurposed from something else.
Shipping & delivery
Delivered nationwide across South Africa in 2 to 3 business days. Discreet packaging with no branding available on request.
Step by step: home artificial insemination
Nine rounds, three cycles, and why that matters
The Stellar covers nine rounds of insemination. Most people use three rounds per cycle, which makes this a three-cycle kit rather than nine separate attempts.
The reason comes down to how short your fertile window is. Once you get a positive LH test, ovulation usually follows within 12 to 36 hours, and the egg itself is viable for around 12 to 24 hours after that. Inseminating more than once across that window gives sperm the best chance of being in the right place at the right time. Most people inseminate on the day of their positive test and again the next day, with a third round giving room to adjust if timing shifts.
The 50 ovulation strips are sized to match, roughly 16 per cycle, which is enough to start testing early and test twice daily as you close in on your surge. The 10 pregnancy tests give you a spare for retesting a few days later if a result is unclear.
Three cycles is a meaningful stretch of a TTC journey. Even when everything is working as it should, conception typically takes somewhere between three and six months of well-timed attempts, so this covers a realistic first run rather than a single hopeful go.
Is this an IUI or IVF kit?
Neither, and the difference is worth understanding before you buy.
IUI (intrauterine insemination) places sperm directly into the uterus using a catheter, and can only be performed by a doctor. IVF (in vitro fertilisation) is a full clinical procedure where eggs are fertilised outside the body, and in South Africa typically runs from R60,000 per cycle.
The Stellar supports intracervical insemination, or ICI, which places the sample at the entrance of the cervix. It's the most common method used in at-home insemination kits worldwide, it's safe to do yourself, and it's exactly what Taryn and Kat used during their own journey. You'll sometimes see kits like this listed as "at-home IUI kits" or "home IVF kits" online. They aren't, and any kit claiming otherwise is worth a second look.
Choosing your disc: disposable or reusable
The Stellar comes with your choice of nine disposable Softdiscs or one reusable Origin disc. Both sit at the cervix and create a reservoir that keeps the sample in contact with the cervical opening, reducing leakage and giving sperm a better environment. They're the same size and work the same way.
Disposable Softdiscs are the simpler option if you'd rather not think about cleaning and storage between rounds. The reusable Origin disc is body-safe silicone designed for repeated use, and makes the most sense on a kit this size, since one disc covers all nine rounds with less waste and less to store. Neither is more effective than the other, so it comes down to preference.
About the stellar kit
How many rounds does The Stellar cover, and is that the same as cycles?
Nine rounds, and no, they're not the same thing. Most people use three rounds within a single cycle, inseminating more than once around ovulation to make the most of a short fertile window. That makes The Stellar a three-cycle kit. The Mezzo covers six rounds, and The Dinky covers three.
What's the difference between The Stellar and The Mezzo?
The Mezzo covers six rounds, roughly two cycles. The Stellar covers nine, roughly three. The Stellar suits people who've already tried a cycle or two, who are working with a more complex fertility picture, or who simply want to buy once and not think about supplies again. It also includes 50 ovulation strips rather than 30, and 10 pregnancy tests rather than 6.
Does the kit include sperm?
No. The Stellar includes everything needed to perform the insemination, but you'll need to arrange the sample yourself, whether that's from a partner, a known donor, or a fertility clinic. Buying or selling sperm is prohibited in South Africa, so it can't be purchased online or included in a kit. Our donor guides cover how people typically source a donor here and what to put in place first.
Should I choose the disposable Softdiscs or the reusable Origin disc?
Both work identically and are the same size. Choose the nine disposable Softdiscs if you'd rather not deal with cleaning and storage between rounds. Choose the reusable Origin disc if you're comfortable sterilising between uses. On a nine-round kit the Origin is the more practical pick for most people, since one disc covers the whole journey with less waste and less to store.
Can I use The Stellar for self insemination without a partner?
Yes. The Stellar is designed for self insemination, and both the written instructions and the video are made to be followed alone. Single women and same-sex couples use this kit regularly with a known or clinic donor. If the donor side is still unresolved, our donor guides cover what to arrange first.
Does at-home insemination actually work?
It can, and timing is the single biggest factor. Success depends on inseminating close to ovulation, on sperm quality, and on your own fertility, which is why 50 ovulation strips are included rather than sold separately. Many people conceive within their first few well-timed attempts, and others need longer or eventually clinical support.
Is at-home insemination safe?
Yes, when you use sterile single-use equipment and follow the instructions. Everything in The Stellar is medical-grade and made for fertility use. If you're using a donor, recent STI screening is an important part of doing this safely.
How does at-home insemination compare to IUI or IVF in South Africa?
IUI and IVF are clinical procedures performed at a fertility clinic, typically costing from R8,000 and R60,000 per cycle respectively. At-home insemination places the sample at the cervix rather than in the uterus, is done privately at home, and costs a fraction of either. Many clinicians would suggest trying the simpler options first before escalating to more invasive intervention.
Is this the turkey baster method?
The "turkey baster method" is the informal name people still use for at-home insemination. The Stellar replaces the turkey baster with proper medical-grade, round-tipped insemination syringes, which are cleaner, more precise and considerably more comfortable than the DIY version.
Where can I buy an insemination kit in South Africa?
Here. We're based in South Africa and deliver nationwide in 2 to 3 business days, with discreet packaging available on request. No importing, no customs delays, no waiting weeks for something to clear.
Is at-home insemination legal in South Africa?
Yes. There are rules around donation specifically, buying or selling sperm is prohibited, and there are limits on how many live births can result from a single donor. Our donor legalities guide covers what you need to know before using a known donor.
A note about this kit
"We made this kit for the version of ourselves who was further down the road - stocked up, informed, and not stopping until it worked."