Infertility Coverage | Affording Care
By:
Spencer S. Richlin, MD
November 18th, 2024
Let’s say you work for a company that offers you insurance. Great! And then you find out there is no fertility coverage under the plan. Not so great. Finding out that the care you need isn't covered by insurance is beyond frustrating, especially if you plan to undergo fertility treatments in the coming year. This guide breaks down the basics of open enrollment, how to evaluate your current insurance plan, and how being proactive now can increase your chances of success.
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!
By:
Sierra Dehmler
November 7th, 2024
Pie: Good. Pie for charity? Delicious! Learn how Illume Fertility's Dr. Ilana Ressler is helping raise awareness for breast and ovarian cancer while supporting the Westchester, NY community this upcoming holiday season.
By:
Sierra Dehmler
November 7th, 2024
Fertility podcasts are an amazing way to explore different perspectives, hear others' stories, and learn new things, but they can also help alleviate anxiety and provide comfort and community to those struggling to grow their families.
LGBTQ+ Family Building | IUI | Sperm Donor | Pregnancy & Infant Loss
By:
Sierra Dehmler
October 31st, 2024
When you're told that the baby you've been dreaming of has genetic abnormalities incompatible with life, what are your options? In this story, Maureen and Melissa open up about their experience terminating a much-wanted pregnancy for medical reasons, the ways they healed together, and how they moved forward.
Cancer | Fertility Preservation
By:
Dr. Laura Meyer
October 28th, 2024
Up to 40% of people will at some point receive a cancer diagnosis, and we can all see and feel its effects in our families and across our communities. When you're facing cancer but still dream of having children in the future, what are your options? Let's explore them together.
LGBTQ+ Family Building | Surrogacy | IVF | Choosing a Clinic
By:
Sierra Dehmler
October 22nd, 2024
The process of expanding your family through surrogacy can be complex and overwhelming, with many layers of medical, legal, financial, and logistical challenges to navigate. Learn why it's so helpful to work with both a fertility clinic and a surrogacy agency, how they differ, and ways to find the perfect match of professionals for your personal journey.