Fertility Blog
Expert advice, research insights, and patient stories to guide your fertility journey.
January 22, 2026
Walk of Hope 2014: Over $84K Raised for Infertility Support
The 2014 DC Walk of Hope, organized by RESOLVE, raised $84,000 despite rain, uniting 500+ attendees to support infertility advocacy. The event highlighted RESOL
January 22, 2026
Age and Fertility: When to Seek Help and Options Available
Dr. Shayne Plosker explains that fertility declines significantly after age 35, highlighting increased risks like Down syndrome and recommending consulting a re
January 22, 2026
5 Signs of Infertility You Shouldn’t Ignore
Irregular or absent periods, heavy bleeding, painful cycles, and increased facial hair may signal infertility. Anovulation, affecting 30-40% of female infertili
January 22, 2026
Egg Freezing Restored My Sanity: Women’s Fertility Choices Explained
Ellen McCarthy, a Washington Post reporter, shares how egg freezing alleviated her anxiety about aging and family planning, emphasizing it wasn’t about career a
January 22, 2026
IVF Success Story: Overcoming Male Infertility with InSer
Angie and Juan overcame male infertility (oligozoospermia) through IVF with ICSI at InSer, increasing their chances from 1% to 95%. After multiple embryo transf
January 22, 2026
Goodman Family’s Fertility Journey: From Clomid to IVF
The Goodman family overcame PCOS and endometriosis to welcome four children using Clomid, IUI, and IVF. Their son Crue predicted the birth of twins, which came
January 22, 2026
Psychological Effects of Infertility on Couples: Coping Strategies
Infertility triggers emotions like sadness, guilt, and anxiety, straining relationships and self-esteem. Societal pressures and isolation worsen mental health,
January 22, 2026
IUI Pregnancy Rates & Sperm Count: ASRM 2015 Study Insights
A 2015 Shady Grove Fertility study of 47,500 IUI cycles reveals that post-wash total motile sperm count directly impacts pregnancy success. At 9 million motile
January 22, 2026
Fertility Diet Myths Debunked: Essential Nutrients for Healthy Conception
Research confirms there’s no guaranteed fertility diet, but essential nutrients like folic acid, calcium, and iron support healthy conception. Studies lin
January 22, 2026
Frozen Embryo Transfer Success Story: How IVF Helped Dallas Couple Conceive Twins
Amberly and Carson overcame PCOS, male factor infertility, and severe OHSS to welcome son Cameron after two frozen embryo transfers and uterine polyp surgery. T
January 22, 2026
Affordable Fertility Financial Programs & Insurance Options 2024
Shady Grove Fertility offers financial programs for patients without insurance, including Shared Risk 100% Refund and Multi-Cycle discounts. Over 1,900 patients
January 22, 2026
The Wall Family’s Journey: Overcoming Tragedy to Parenthood
After Rob Wall’s quadriplegia left him unable to walk, the couple faced medical and emotional hurdles to conceive. With IVF and frozen embryo transfers, t