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Fertility Blog by Illume Fertility

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

Sierra Dehmler

Sierra Dehmler serves as Content Marketing Manager at Illume Fertility, translating medical complexity into patient clarity. With a background in healthcare marketing and personal understanding of the fertility journey, she develops resources that break down barriers to understanding and help patients move forward with confidence.

Fertility Preservation | Egg Freezing | Affording Care

By: Sierra Dehmler
April 13th, 2023

Hey there, forward thinker! Whether you’re considering egg freezing for personal, professional, or health reasons, you’ve made family planning a priority. Your next task? Finding the answer to the all-important question, "How much does egg freezing cost?"

Infertility | Community | BIPOC

By: Sierra Dehmler
February 17th, 2023

In honor of Black History Month, we want to recognize the importance of uplifting and supporting the Black community, as well as helping to keep wonderful small businesses afloat. If you're looking to support small shops and buy from Black-owned companies, we have some great ideas for you!

Reproductive Endocrinologist | Choosing a Clinic

By: Sierra Dehmler
January 5th, 2023

Illume Fertility is led by a group of nine top fertility doctors that are experts in infertility and reproductive endocrinology. Double-board certified in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility as well as Obstetrics and Gynecology, our physician team treats a wide variety of issues to help patients achieve their fertility and family-building goals.

Our Doctors | Choosing a Clinic

By: Sierra Dehmler
September 6th, 2022

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Mark Leondires, Medical Director and Partner in Reproductive Endocrinology at Illume Fertility, has received Crain’s Notable Healthcare Leaders Award. Prestigious honorees are notable for their consummate leadership, pioneering accomplishments and ability to adjust to crises.

Male Infertility | IVF | Patient Stories | Pregnancy & Infant Loss

By: Sierra Dehmler
September 2nd, 2022

When Sarah and her husband began trying to conceive six years ago, they never imagined they'd end up needing the help of fertility treatment. After a long, winding road through multiple pregnancy losses, egg retrievals, embryo transfers, and countless tests and appointments, Sarah shares how this journey has shifted her perspective and turned her into a courageous fertility advocate - as well as what's next for their family.

Pregnancy | Fertility Treatment | Mental Health

By: Sierra Dehmler
August 4th, 2022

What happens after you successfully conceive with the help of fertility treatment? This big and exciting transition of care from your fertility clinic (where you've been closely monitored for so long) back to your OB/GYN's office (where you're "just" a regular pregnant patient) can also be nerve-wracking. So let's talk about it!

Fertility Treatment | IVF | Genetic Testing | Mental Health | Genetics

By: Sierra Dehmler
June 21st, 2022

After receiving some shocking news on their fertility journey, Alyson and her husband were advised to move straight to IVF treatment - something they never expected to hear. This is the story of what happened next and everything they learned on the way to meeting their baby girl, Emmy.

Reproductive Endocrinologist | Fertility Treatment | Our Doctors | Fertility Testing | Choosing a Clinic

By: Sierra Dehmler
June 10th, 2022

People often use the terms “reproductive endocrinologist” and “fertility specialist” interchangeably, and it makes sense why many use the latter term so frequently – “fertility specialist” is much easier to rattle off in a conversation than “reproductive endocrinologist.” Unfortunately, though, these two terms are not one and the same and carry major differences that you should be aware of.