Fertility Blog
Expert advice, research insights, and patient stories to guide your fertility journey.
January 20, 2026
Single Motherhood: Key Considerations Before Starting Your Journey
Considering single motherhood? Key steps include assessing financial resources, building a support network, and consulting a physician for fertility testing to
January 20, 2026
Dr. Jason Bromer Fertility Specialist Joins Shady Grove
Dr. Jason Bromer, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist with 40+ research publications, now serves patients at Shady Grove Fertility in Frederick, Mary
January 20, 2026
Endometrial Receptivity Analysis (ERA): Evidence and Limitations in ART
A 2021 study by Riestenberg et al. found that endometrial receptivity analysis (ERA) did not improve live birth rates in first ART cycles. Despite its popularit
January 20, 2026
Fertility Benefits for Wilmington Employees Explored
The City of Wilmington, Delaware, adopted infertility coverage for employees under the Delaware Fertility Care and Preservation Law effective July 1, 2019. This
January 20, 2026
Egg Freezing Empowers Women to Control Fertility
Oocyte vitrification (egg freezing) is no longer experimental thanks to 2013 ASRM guidelines confirming its safety and efficacy. Studies show no increased birth
January 20, 2026
Infertility Awareness DC Walk of Hope Rallies Community Support
The 2nd Annual DC Walk of Hope raised $70,000 for infertility advocacy, with Shady Grove Fertility’s team contributing $2,650. RESOLVE aims to empower 1 i
January 20, 2026
Donor Sperm FAQs: Answers from Fertility Experts
FDA-approved cryobanks like Fairfax and California Cryobank are recommended for donor sperm. Known donors must undergo the same 6–9-month screening as anonymous
January 20, 2026
Egg Donor Program in CT: Make Dreams Come True
Become an egg donor in Connecticut and earn $8,000. The Center for Advanced Reproductive Services offers a confidential program for women aged 21-32 to help cou
January 20, 2026
7 Barriers to Pregnancy: Medical, Emotional & Financial Challenges
Seven key barriers to pregnancy include sperm survival issues, ovulation problems, and age-related fertility decline. Dr. Stoelk addresses medical, financial, a
January 20, 2026
Top U.S. IVF Center: More Babies Born
Shady Grove Fertility delivers more IVF babies than any U.S. center, with live birth rates exceeding national averages. Their advanced frozen embryo transfer (F
January 20, 2026
Letrozole with IUI Pregnancy Rates: Key Study Findings Revealed
A 2016 ASRM study analyzed 533 letrozole-IUI cycles and found that a 5mm endometrial lining achieved the same 17% clinical pregnancy rate as thicker linings. Dr
January 20, 2026
Tubal Reversal vs. IVF: Choosing the Best Path to Pregnancy
Women over 35 often benefit from IVF due to declining fertility. Tubal reversal success depends on 4 cm of healthy fallopian tube remaining. Male fertility test