Fertility Blog
Expert advice, research insights, and patient stories to guide your fertility journey.
January 21, 2026
5 Little White Lies That Harm Fertility
Smoking, alcohol, and untreated STDs are among 5 little white lies that can delay conception. Smoking increases conception delay by 54%, while alcohol reduces f
January 21, 2026
IVF Success Rates and Age: Key Factors to Know
Women over 35 undergoing IVF have a 28% live birth rate per cycle, with success dropping to 14% by age 42. Egg quality decline and chromosomal abnormalities are
January 21, 2026
Debunking Infertility Myths: Stress Doesn’t Cause Infertility
Dr. Reh clarifies that stress does not cause infertility, emphasizing the importance of fertility testing and specialist consultation. Women over 40 should seek
January 21, 2026
Pregnancy Painkillers Linked to Generational Fertility Issues
Pregnant rats exposed to paracetamol or indomethacin had female offspring with reduced egg counts and smaller ovaries, while granddaughters also showed reproduc
January 21, 2026
Seek Early Fertility Help for Higher Pregnancy Success
Seeking early fertility help can significantly boost pregnancy success rates. For example, 65% of patients wish they had consulted a specialist sooner, and wome
January 21, 2026
Understanding Egg Quality vs. Egg Quantity: A Woman’s Guide
Age significantly impacts both egg quality and quantity, with chromosomal abnormalities increasing after 35. Tests like FSH, AMH, and antral follicle counts hel
January 21, 2026
IUI Treatment: A Step-by-Step Guide to Overcoming Infertility
IUI (Intrauterine insemination) is a fertility treatment involving placing sperm directly into the uterus during ovulation. It requires health checks, sperm ana
January 21, 2026
Federal IVF Cost Cuts and Access Expansion: Key Updates 2026
New federal actions aim to reduce IVF costs by 80% for medications like Gonal-f and Pergoveris via TrumpRx.gov starting 2026, alongside faster FDA approvals and
January 21, 2026
Understanding Fertilo Procedure: Facts vs. Hype in Fertility Treatment
The Fertilo procedure uses stem cell-enriched media to mature immature eggs for IVF, helping patients unresponsive to traditional stimulation. Dr. Gobetz emphas
January 21, 2026
IVF Planning: Key Decisions for Successful Treatment
IVF planning requires deliberate decisions about embryo transfer quantities, handling extra embryos, and donor gamete implications. Patients must balance maximi
January 21, 2026
IVF Success: Test-Tube Babies Now Having Children
Over 5,000 IVF children born at Reproductive Science Center are now parents themselves. Technological advancements in embryo cultivation reduced multiple births
January 21, 2026
SGF Virtual Consults Now Available
Shady Grove Fertility (SGF) now offers HIPAA-compliant virtual consults with board-certified fertility specialists, enabling patients to connect remotely from a