Fertility Blog

Building a successful doctor-patient relationship starts with connection, interaction and, of course, conversation. In this helpful guide, fertility doctors, nurses, and other team members share how to cultivate the best experience possible throughout your fertility journey.

No matter who you are, when you're trying to build a family and it's not happening easily, it is incredibly frustrating and difficult. How can you communicate your preferences, concerns, and questions more effectively to your Care Team so you feel heard and understood?

Finding a fertility clinic can be a challenging endeavor, and no one wants to do it twice. But when you're feeling unheard, concerned about the care you're receiving, or starting to doubt your doctor's guidance, the thought creeps in - is it time to move on to a different practice?

The U.S. Supreme Court's 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade directly impacted access to abortion care, but has also had concerning implications for IVF. Even states with stronger protections for reproductive healthcare have felt the ripple effects of this decision, including an increased demand for IVF treatment and legal uncertainty for providers.

The name polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) implies that this condition is all about the ovaries, but it actually affects many different organs in the body, including the heart. Here's why PCOS patients have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and how to take action.

Did you know that insulin resistance and fertility are connected? Understanding this relationship is especially important for those with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) who are trying to conceive. This guide offers specific tips to help increase your chances of success.

Even with 1 in 6 couples facing infertility, many insurance providers exclude or limit coverage for this treatable condition - meaning many people don't even get the chance to start their family. Organizations like the Nest Egg Foundation are stepping up to help.

While Black women are almost twice as likely to experience infertility, only 8% actually seek fertility treatment (compared to 15% of white women). Statistics like these, compounded by the fact that Black women are three times as likely to die from pregnancy-related causes, highlight inequalities in reproductive healthcare that must be addressed.