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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.

Nutrition | Mental Health

By: Jennifer Walsh, RDN
March 24th, 2023

We all know how important it is to nourish our bodies, especially during fertility treatment, but it often becomes more difficult to prioritize well-balanced meals, snacks, and staying hydrated when stress, anxiety, and other emotions come into play.

Fertility Treatment | IVF | Embryo Transfer

By: Katerin Rosa, Medical Assistant
March 23rd, 2023

It's finally the big day, the one you've been anxiously waiting for...your embryo transfer! Everything you've done during your IVF cycle has been working towards this one potentially life-changing procedure. Let's explore what you can expect before, during and after.

Fertility Treatment | IVF | Egg Retrieval | Fertility Surgeries

By: Kirsten Hennigan, NP
March 17th, 2023

You’ve finally made it to your egg retrieval! As you prepare for this big milestone, let's walk through the biggest side effects of IVF egg retrieval - what to expect, what symptoms to look out for, how to spot OHSS, and what comes next on your fertility journey.

Choosing a Clinic

By: Sierra Dehmler
March 15th, 2023

When it comes to choosing a fertility clinic, only you can decide what works best for your goals, personality, and lifestyle. One of the most important decisions you'll make is whether to choose a multi-provider practice or a single-provider practice. Let's explore the pros and cons of each so you can make this decision with confidence.

Fertility Treatment | IVF | Fertility Testing | Fertility Surgeries

By: Jamie Dobos, RN
March 14th, 2023

Making the decision to begin fertility treatment is a big step for any hopeful parent. Now that you've decided to move forward with in vitro fertilization (IVF), what happens next? Let's walk through what to expect as you prepare for your IVF cycle, including which fertility tests and procedures you may undergo and why proper preparation for IVF is so essential.

Infertility Awareness | Endometriosis

By: Shaun Williams, MD, FACOG
March 9th, 2023

Endometriosis can be a challenging condition to navigate, and it's often difficult to find the answers you need. Let's explore the most common endometriosis symptoms, treatment options and the emotional impact of living with this often painful disease.

Fertility Treatment | IVF | Egg Freezing | Egg Retrieval

By: Jamie Dobos, RN
March 9th, 2023

As a nurse at Illume Fertility who has also been a patient here, I know how daunting fertility treatment can be. One of the big milestones in IVF is egg retrieval day - let's talk about what to expect before, during, and after your procedure so you feel as prepared as possible!

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!