By:
Christina Dias, RN, BSN
July 7th, 2023
Understanding the menstrual cycle is an essential part any fertility journey, especially for those planning for pregnancy. Knowing when you’re ovulating can help optimize your chances of conception. But what if you have irregular periods? Does cycle irregularity equal infertility?
Male Infertility | Men's Health | Fertility Testing
By:
Spencer S. Richlin, MD
June 28th, 2023
With home fertility testing kits becoming increasingly popular, it is important to understand their benefits and limitations. Here's when to opt for an at-home sperm test and when you should reach out to a fertility expert for a full semen analysis.
Fertility Treatment | IVF | Egg Retrieval | Embryo Transfer | Fertility Surgeries
By:
Brigitte Alicea, RN
June 28th, 2023
Fertility treatments are considered very safe, but all medical procedures carry some risk of potential side effects. With in vitro fertilization (IVF), each stage of the process can bring on a unique set of symptoms. Here's what IVF side effects you can expect throughout your journey.
Sex | Fertility Treatment | Mental Health
By:
Lisa Rosenthal
June 23rd, 2023
Why don’t we talk about sex when we talk about fertility? Despite the very personal nature of fertility treatment, the sex life of a couple navigating infertility often becomes a low priority. Let's talk about why this happens and some easy ways to reconnect with your partner.
Male Infertility | IVF | Men's Health
By:
Sierra Dehmler
June 13th, 2023
After undergoing a procedure as a teen that would alter his family-building experience forever, Joe shares his journey through being diagnosed with male factor infertility, becoming a father, and why he's decided to be open about his story.
Wellness | Fertile Yoga | Mental Health
By:
Lisa Rosenthal
June 8th, 2023
What are the positive impacts of yoga for fertility and overall wellness? The founder of Fertile Yoga explores the benefits of fertility yoga, ways to modify yoga poses for your needs, yoga mistakes to avoid, and why she believes in the power of getting on the mat.
IVF | Mental Health | Embryo Donation
By:
Lisa Rosenthal
May 24th, 2023
While you're trying to grow your family through IVF, you will have to make a temporary decision about what to do with future excess embryos. When you're still riding the emotional roller coaster of infertility, this may feel ridiculous. It’s almost inconceivable (pardon the pun) to think you will ever finish building your family and end up with more embryos than you need.
By:
Sierra Dehmler
May 23rd, 2023
We are happy to announce that six Illume Fertility physicians have received 2023 Castle Connolly Top Doc honors for yet another year! Only the top seven percent of doctors in the United States receive this prestigious award, and honorees are rigorously selected from over 900,000 practicing physicians in the country.