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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.

Fertility Treatment | Advocacy

By: Lisa Rosenthal
February 21st, 2025

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.

Fertility Treatment | IVF

By: Kirsten Hennigan, NP
February 21st, 2025

Finding out you may need fertility treatment in order to conceive is overwhelming. While we can’t take all the stress away completely, we can give you the tools and information that you need to tackle this journey feeling more prepared for what lies ahead.

Fertility Treatment | Advocacy | Mental Health

By: Lisa Rosenthal
February 19th, 2025

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?

Fertility Treatment | Egg Retrieval | Choosing a Clinic | Fertility Surgeries

By: Spencer S. Richlin, MD
February 19th, 2025

As you prepare for your IVF egg retrieval, you may be wondering: What kind of sedation or anesthesia will be used for my egg retrieval? What measures are in place to ensure I remain comfortable? Get answers to all these questions and more, straight from an experienced surgeon at a fertility clinic.

Fertility Treatment | IVF

By: Barry Witt, M.D.
February 14th, 2025

Making the decision to find a fertility clinic and schedule your first appointment is a big step. But when you finally get to meet with your new doctor, it's easy to forget that long list of questions you wanted to ask. Here's what you may want to discuss at your initial IVF consult.

Fertility Treatment | IVF | Egg Retrieval | Fertility Surgeries

By: Kirsten Hennigan, NP
February 14th, 2025

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.

Donor Conception | Fertility Treatment | Single Mom By Choice | Sperm Donor

By: Brigitte Alicea, RN
February 13th, 2025

Thinking about becoming a single mom by choice? This comprehensive guide offers a step-by-step explanation of the fertility treatment process, information about donor conception, and helpful resources and support for those pursuing this unique path to motherhood.

News | Support | Fertility Treatment

By: Sierra Dehmler
February 12th, 2025

Along with our new name, we're excited to introduce you to our new website! We've redesigned the site to be more accessible, convenient and user-friendly, so you can easily find all the information you need to help you navigate your fertility journey. Let's take a virtual tour together!