I’m 40 and have a desire for a child
“The happy chapter of your life begins at our fertility center”
Expertise and support for your fertility journey
Welcome to our fertility center! We specialize in helping women over 40 achieve their dream of having a child. Our experienced team is here to support you in creating a new chapter filled with happiness, love, and family joy.
Individualized treatment approaches for women over 40
We understand that every fertility journey is unique. That's why we offer personalized treatment plans tailored to your age, egg reserve, and individual needs.
Our goal is to provide you with the best possible chance of a successful pregnancy and make your vision of a happy family come true.
Dr. Reinhard Hannen


Specialist in Gynecology
and Obstetrics:
- Fertility treatment
- Orthomolecular medicine
- Diagnosis and treatment of hormonal disorders
- Diagnosis and treatment of Endometriosis disorders
- Psychotherapy
- Dr. Hannen also speaks:
English
Dr. med. Reinhard Hannen was born in Mönchengladbach in 1964. After studying in Düsseldorf and Chicago, he completed his gynecological residency training at the University of Düsseldorf and in university teaching hospitals.
After finishing his training as a laboratory specialist in 1997, he received his qualification to provide diagnosis and therapy for couples experiencing unwanted childlessness. In 2006, Dr. Hannen successfully completed his examination to become a Medical Quality Manager at the Berlin Chamber of Physicians. Dr. Hannen is also a psychotherapist working in depth psychology. Since 2006, Dr. Hannen has been teaching at the Medical University of Baku / Azerbaijan.
Furthermore, Dr. Hannen is a deep psychology-based psychotherapist and is being trained as an orthomolecular physician.
Continued training in primary area of focus:
Gynecological Endocrinology and Reproductive Medicine
Additional designation I:
Psychotherapy
Additional designation II:
"Medical Quality Management” at the Berlin Chamber of Physicians
Advanced training authorization I:
Authorization to conduct advanced training in the areas of gynecology and obstetrics for 12 months
Advanced training authorization II:
Authorization to conduct advanced training in the specialty area of gynecological endocrinology and reproductive medicine for 30 months
Specialist qualifications:
Laboratory testing for gynecology and obstetrics
Dr. Christian F. Stoll



Specialist in Gynecology
and Obstetrics:
- Fertility treatment
- Diagnosis and treatment of hormonal disorders
- Diagnosis and treatment of Endometriosis disorders
- Psychosomatic primary care
- Dr. Stoll also speaks:
English
French
Dr. med. Christian Friedrich Stoll was born in Kiel in 1969. After studying medicine in Kiel and Berlin, he completed his residency in gynecology and obstetrics at the Women’s Clinic in Esslingen/Stuttgart.
He then specialized in the area of gynecological endocrinology and in treating unwanted childlessness. Dr. Stoll expanded the Zentrum für Reproduktionsmedizin (Center for Reproductive Medicine) in Esslingen, which he then directed until the end of 2006. In 2007, he returned to his adopted home city of Berlin to become a partner at the Kinderwunschzentrum Berlin.
Dr. Stoll is happily married, and is the father of two daughters.
Optional continued education:
Gynecological Endocrinology and Reproductive Medicine
Advanced training authorization I:
Authorization to conduct advanced training in the areas of gynecology and obstetrics for 24 months
Advanced training authorization II:
Authorization to conduct advanced training in the focal area of gynecological endocrinology and reproductive medicine for 30 months
Specialist qualifications:
Laboratory testing for gynecology and obstetrics
Personal consultation and support
We understand that the journey to having your own child can sometimes be challenging. That's why we offer personal consultations and support throughout the entire process.
Our compassionate team will answer your questions, ease your concerns, and guide you every step of the way.
Get to know our clinic with a virtual tour (in german)
We believe that images speak louder than words – that’s why we’ve created a virtual tour for you, so you can get a personal impression of the Ceres Fertility Center. We want you to feel completely comfortable with us, and we express that through our spaces. We also warmly invite you to one of our free informational evenings at our clinic.
Would you like to schedule an appointment? Call us or book an appointment online.
Transparent Costs and Financing Options
We want to ensure that financial concerns are not a barrier to fulfilling your desire for a child. Our fertility center offers transparent pricing structures, and we are here to help you with financing options and insurance questions.
Our Promise:
- Absolute cost transparency from the start
- No surprise costs through upfront consultation
- Billing with your health insurance whenever possible

Would you like
personalised advice?
Dr. Stoll und Dr. Hannen
Doctors & experts for fertility
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Frequently Asked Questions and Answers::
How quickly can you get pregnant at 40?
What many people don’t realize is that fertility declines with age, as both the quantity and quality of eggs continuously decrease.
Many couples overestimate their chances of getting pregnant naturally. In the most fertile years, between the ages of 20-25, the actual chance of getting pregnant per cycle is about 20-30% within the first year.
However, if pregnancy has not occurred after a year, the likelihood per cycle drops dramatically to just 1-2%.
This baseline probability decreases further with age. That said, couples and single women can still fulfill their desire for children later in life. At 40, a natural pregnancy is still possible, but it may take many months to succeed. The actual chance of a fully spontaneous pregnancy is generally between 2% and 7%.
Am I too old to have a child at 40?
No, with modern fertility treatment methods, the chance of pregnancy is still achievable at this stage of life. Through artificial insemination or the use of previously frozen eggs, the desire for children can still be fulfilled, even at an advanced age.
A thorough and personalized consultation is highly recommended and essential throughout the process. Equally important are maintaining calmness and sufficient relaxation for future parents. Key tips for success with a sudden desire for children at 40, alongside reproductive medicine, include actions on both sides for men and women with the desire to have children:
- A healthy and balanced diet, along with suitable physical activity and exercise
- Avoiding nicotine and alcohol
- Minimizing stress and maintaining a positive attitude toward fertility treatment
- Taking supplements such as folic acid and vitamin D
- Timely evaluation of thyroid function
What are the chances of getting pregnant at 40?
Biological pregnancies over the age of 45 occur spontaneously in well under 5% of cases. Fertility treatments can increase the chances, leading to success within a few cycles. However, for women over 45, the chances of success with artificial insemination become quite rare.