Infertility Coverage | Affording Treatment
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.
Infertility Coverage | Affording Treatment
By:
Sierra Dehmler
November 4th, 2024
Understanding which fertility benefits your insurance provider offers (if any) can be a daunting process. Even when your fertility clinic verifies coverage, it's important to call your insurance company to confirm all the details and ask any additional questions you may have.
LGBTQ+ Family Building | Advocacy | Affording Treatment
By:
Sierra Dehmler
August 29th, 2024
The list of companies offering LGBTQ+ inclusive fertility benefits continues to grow, with employers like Starbucks, Amazon, and Microsoft leading the way. But even if you're lucky enough to have coverage, it can still be hard to determine what your insurance policy will (or won't) cover. In this guide, you'll learn the right questions to ask and where to turn for support.
LGBTQ+ Family Building | Surrogacy | Egg Donor | Affording Treatment
By:
Sierra Dehmler
July 23rd, 2024
Looking for help navigating your surrogacy journey? Our detailed guide offers a comprehensive collection of financial support resources, LGBTQ-friendly organizations and charities, peer networks, personal stories, and much more.
LGBTQ+ Family Building | Donor Conception | Affording Treatment | Reciprocal IVF
By:
Tnori Shelton
June 27th, 2024
The financial aspect of LGBTQ+ family building is often the most overwhelming part of the entire process. In this guide, you'll learn how much it really costs for same-sex female couples to have a baby, how to navigate insurance coverage (if you have it), and ways to afford care.
LGBTQ+ Family Building | Surrogacy | Affording Treatment
By:
Sierra Dehmler
April 24th, 2024
Navigating the world of surrogacy can be daunting, particularly when it comes to finances. In this guide, we explore the average cost of surrogacy in the United States in 2024, with a special focus on possible additional financial considerations for same-sex male couples.
IVF | Advocacy | Affording Treatment
By:
Sierra Dehmler
January 15th, 2024
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.
Support | Community | Affording Treatment
By:
Sierra Dehmler
November 29th, 2023
Struggling to build your family can leave you feeling isolated. We're here to remind you that no matter what stage of the journey you're in, there is a warm, welcoming community and an extensive network of resources ready to embrace and support you.