By:
Monica Moore, MSN, APRN
August 24th, 2023
Hearing that using donor eggs may be your best option for building a family can bring up a lot of complex emotions and big questions. In this guide, we detail the process of finding an egg donor, donor egg success rates, and the psychological aspect of pursuing donor conception.
By:
Arisbel Redvil, Medical Assistant
August 18th, 2023
Before you begin fertility treatment, your doctor needs to uncover any potential roadblocks. One of the ways they do this is by performing a diagnostic cycle, which includes a short test called a saline sonogram (also known as a sonohysterogram, or SHG).
By:
Jill Hickey, RDN
July 26th, 2023
One of the most challenging parts about managing polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is learning how to feed your body in a way that keeps your blood sugar stable and keeps you feeling good. After 20 years as a registered dietitian nutritionist, I've collected a variety of PCOS-friendly snack ideas that are yummy, easy to prepare, and pack a nutritional punch!
By:
Sierra Dehmler
July 19th, 2023
The world of embryology is both fascinating and mindblowing, leaving many fertility patients wondering how it all happens. The life-changing work that embryologists do each day make amazing things like IVF possible - and now, they're answering your top embryology questions!
Cancer | IVF | Patient Stories
By:
Sierra Dehmler
July 12th, 2023
Being diagnosed with cancer is difficult for anyone, but it can be especially devastating for patients who are young and still looking forward to having children. While some cancers are highly treatable, the treatments needed often impact the survivor's future fertility. In this story, we meet Ross and his wife Jackie, who share their experience with oncofertility preservation, fertility treatment and building their family.
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.