Fertility Blog
Expert advice, research insights, and patient stories to guide your fertility journey.
January 18, 2026
35 Essential Fertility Questions Answered: Your Complete Guide
1 in 8 U.S. couples face fertility challenges, with age, PCOS, and male factor infertility as common causes. This guide covers IVF costs ($12,880 average), LGBT
January 18, 2026
Unexplained Infertility: Causes, Treatments & Solutions
Unexplained infertility affects 10% of infertile couples, with no clear cause identified after standard testing. Treatment often starts with ovulation-inducing
January 18, 2026
2015 Egg Freezing Conference in D.C. | Expert Insights
The 2015 Egg Freezing Conference in Washington, D.C., brought together experts like Sarah Richards and Shady Grove Fertility physicians to discuss fertility tre
January 18, 2026
RSC’s Surge in LGBTQIA+ Fertility Patients 2026
Reproductive Science Center (RSC) reports a 6-year consecutive rise in LGBTQIA+ fertility patients, driven by increased awareness. The clinic highlights surroga
January 18, 2026
Fertility Travel: IVF Treatment in Scottsdale & Vacation Tips
Scottsdale offers high IVF success rates and vacation opportunities with hotel discounts for out-of-state patients. Patients can enjoy hiking, golf, and spa tre
January 18, 2026
Egg Freezing Answers: Data-Driven Insights for Fertility Planning
Egg freezing success rates depend on age and clinic expertise, with over 200 live births reported at Shady Grove Fertility using vitrification technology. Women
January 18, 2026
Egg Freezing Restored My Sanity: A Firsthand Story
Ellen McCarthy’s egg freezing decision stemmed from a need to regain control amid fears of aging and missing out on motherhood. She felt compelled to find
January 18, 2026
IVF Diet: 3 Key Foods to Boost Treatment Success
Starting an IVF diet two months before treatment can enhance outcomes by focusing on balanced nutrition. Key elements include lean proteins like salmon, whole g
January 18, 2026
Remembering Dr. Howard W. Jones Jr., Father of U.S. IVF
Dr. Howard W. Jones Jr., a pioneer in reproductive medicine, passed away at 104. He was instrumental in developing in vitro fertilization (IVF), leading to the
January 18, 2026
Pregnancy Loss & Infant Loss Remembrance Day: Key Insights & Support Resources
October 15th marks Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day, where candle lighting at 7pm honors those lost. Up to 25% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, ye
January 18, 2026
Surviving the Two-Week Wait After Fertility Treatment
The two-week wait post-fertility treatment involves waiting for a beta hCG blood test to confirm pregnancy. Avoid home tests due to hCG administered during trea
January 18, 2026
Ireland’s First Same-Sex Parents on Birth Certificates: Legal Recognition Achieved
Geraldine and Niamh became Ireland’s first same-sex couple legally recognized as parents on their twins’ birth certificates under the 2015 Children