Fertility Blog
Expert advice, research insights, and patient stories to guide your fertility journey.
January 19, 2026
Recurrent Implantation Failure: Causes & Solutions
Recurrent implantation failure (RIF) is diagnosed after three failed IVF cycles with healthy embryos. Key causes include anatomical issues (e.g., intrauterine p
January 19, 2026
RSC Wins AdPOP Award for LGBTQIA+ Advertising Excellence
Reproductive Science Center (RSC) recently won the 2017 AdPOP award for its LGBTQIA+ advertising in the Bay Area Reporter, presented by the National LGBT Media
January 19, 2026
Male Factor Infertility Causes & Treatments Explained
Male factor infertility causes 40-50% of infertility cases. Dr. Paul Shin explains congenital issues, lifestyle impacts like smoking/alcohol, and surgical treat
January 19, 2026
Endometriosis Awareness Month: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age, causing pain, infertility, and scar tissue. Symptoms include severe menstrual pain and intercourse-rela
January 19, 2026
Understanding Ovulation: Key Fertility Insights for Women
Ovulation occurs 14 days before the next menstrual period, with a 3-5 day fertile window for conception. Tracking LH surges via predictor kits or basal body tem
January 19, 2026
Miscarriage Risk by Age and Recurrence Rates Explained
Miscarriage rates increase with age, affecting 8% of pregnancies under 30 and 26% over 40. Recurrent Pregnancy Loss (RPL) occurs in 1% of cases, with a 20% chan
January 19, 2026
2017 NIAW: Advocacy, Awareness & Fertility Support
National Infertility Awareness Week 2017, led by RESOLVE and Shady Grove Fertility, highlights the importance of early intervention for 1 in 8 couples facing in
January 19, 2026
Olympic Athlete Novlene Williams-Mills Shares IVF Success Story
Breast cancer survivor and Olympic medalist Novlene Williams-Mills, 39, gave birth to twins via IVF at Brown Fertility in 2019 after battling fibroids and racin
January 19, 2026
5 Common Causes of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss & Treatments
Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) is defined as two or more consecutive miscarriages before 20 weeks, with genetic abnormalities being the leading cause, especiall
January 19, 2026
Advanced Fertility Tests: When to Consider Laparoscopy
Advanced fertility tests like laparoscopy can diagnose hidden issues causing unexplained infertility. Clinical studies from the 1970s found 40% of women with un
January 19, 2026
Washington Post Debunks Infertility Myths: Biological Clock Facts Revealed
The Washington Post article highlights a critical myth: scientific advancements cannot indefinitely extend female fertility. Female egg quality declines progres
January 19, 2026
Male Infertility: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment Options
Male factor contributes to 40% of infertility cases, with Shady Grove Fertility achieving a 62% clinical pregnancy rate using advanced diagnostic and treatment