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Everything you need to know about reproductive health, fertility testing, fertility treatment (like IUI and IVF) and how to navigate fertility challenges.

Lisa Rosenthal

With 35+ years experience in the fertility field, as well as her own experience navigating infertility, Lisa has dedicated her life to advocating for and supporting those struggling to grow their families. Her work has included serving as Illume Fertility's former Patient Advocate and founder of Fertile Yoga, hosting support groups, and advocating for those with infertility at RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, AllPaths Family Building, and other organizations.

Support | Mental Health

By: Lisa Rosenthal
February 12th, 2025

Yoga isn't just about poses. What you do with your arms or legs is only one part of the experience - your breath, mind, and spirit play an equally important role. Let's explore how yoga and chakra work can be a powerful connection to your fertility.

Health | Community

By: Lisa Rosenthal
November 8th, 2024

With flu season ahead and COVID-19 still making the rounds, it's more important than ever to safeguard your health. But when you're trying to conceive or pregnant, it's only natural to have additional concerns about vaccine safety. Read on to get your questions answered and stay safe this fall and winter!

Pregnancy Loss | Advocacy | Mental Health | Pregnancy & Infant Loss

By: Lisa Rosenthal
October 4th, 2024

When someone you know loses a pregnancy or baby, what should you say? And is there anything you shouldn't you say to someone who is experiencing such monumental pain? Let's explore some actionable ways to support and care for those who are grieving.

Infertility | Mental Health | Pregnancy & Infant Loss

By: Lisa Rosenthal
August 22nd, 2024

Pregnancy loss is finally being talked about more openly, and it’s normal to have questions about how to process grief around this heartbreaking experience. You likely felt so much hope, happiness and anticipation when you found out you were pregnant, and now you're suddenly trying to make sense of what happened.

Advocacy | Mental Health | Pregnancy & Infant Loss

By: Lisa Rosenthal
August 21st, 2024

Navigating pregnancy and parenting after loss is a complex journey, filled with both grief and gratitude. This article explores the delicate balance between honoring your past experiences while embracing the present joy that comes with welcoming a rainbow baby into the world.

Pregnancy | Support | Mental Health | Video

By: Lisa Rosenthal
July 20th, 2024

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Infertility Coverage | IVF | Advocacy

By: Lisa Rosenthal
March 4th, 2024

After the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that embryos resulting from in vitro fertilization (IVF) should be considered "children" under state law, family-building experts and advocates take action, outlining the importance of access to fertility care nationwide.

PCOS | Advocacy | Mental Health

By: Lisa Rosenthal
September 18th, 2023

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) often runs in families, with up to 70 percent of the daughters of women with PCOS also developing it. This is the story of a mother with PCOS who ended up having three children with the same condition - and how they handled it.