Fertility Blog
Expert advice, research insights, and patient stories to guide your fertility journey.
January 17, 2026
Vaping During Pregnancy: CDC Warns It’s Not Safe
The CDC advises pregnant women to stop vaping due to nicotine’s risks, including facial defects and impaired brain development in fetuses. Nicotine from v
January 17, 2026
IVF Consult: 10 Key Steps & What to Expect
An IVF consultation outlines 10 critical steps for treatment, including ovarian stimulation protocols, embryo development tracking, and options for embryo trans
January 17, 2026
RESOLVE 2014 Walk of Hope: Raising $84K for Infertility Support
The 2014 DC Walk of Hope, organized by RESOLVE, raised $84,000 to support infertility advocacy, with 500+ attendees celebrating hope and resilience across the f
January 17, 2026
Doctor-Led IVF Care: Why It’s More Affordable & Safer
Doctor-owned clinics like No.1 Fertility prioritize patient care over profits, offering IVF starting at $2,500 with expert guidance from Dr. Lynn Burmeister. Co
January 17, 2026
Endometriosis and Miscarriages: Dr. Reh’s Analysis of Halsey’s Case
Endometriosis patient Halsey, 24, experienced three miscarriages and multiple surgeries. Dr. Andrea Reh explains endometriosis can contribute to infertility and
January 17, 2026
New Ways to Test Ovarian Reserve
Research shows combining antral follicle count (AFC) with day 3 FSH and age improves ovarian reserve assessment. Younger patients with elevated FSH can still ac
January 17, 2026
When to Take an Early Detection Pregnancy Test: 12 DPO & 7 Days Post-IVF Transfer
The earliest reliable time to use an early detection pregnancy test is 12 days past ovulation (DPO) or 7 days after embryo transfer for IVF patients. Tests dete
January 17, 2026
Same-Sex Couples Fertility Treatment: 2019 Trends & Success Stories
In 2019, same-sex couples increasingly sought fertility treatments like IUI and IVF, with Bourn Hall clinics offering donor sperm and successful outcomes. Melis
January 17, 2026
Egg Donation Doesn’t Cause Infertility: Expert Insights
Egg donation does not cause infertility, according to medical experts. The procedure uses monitored hormone treatments to safely retrieve eggs, with minimal ris
January 17, 2026
Ovarian Cysts Fertility: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options
Ovarian cysts linked to endometriomas and PCOS can disrupt fertility by causing inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and structural damage. Eight percent of preme
January 17, 2026
Empower Your Fertility Journey: Expert Tips from Dr. Styer & Chiquita Lockley
CCRM Fertility specialists Dr. Styer and advocate Chiquita Lockley share actionable strategies to support emotional resilience and medical decision-making durin
January 17, 2026
Weight Fertility: IVF Risks and BMI Impact on Pregnancy Success
Obesity reduces IVF success rates by 90% due to BMI-related complications like breathing difficulties and poor ovarian visualization. The American Society of Re