Fertility Blog
Expert advice, research insights, and patient stories to guide your fertility journey.
January 18, 2026
IVF Insurance Coverage Linked to Fewer Multiple Births
State-mandated IVF insurance reduces multiple birth rates by 26% among women under 35 using day 5 embryo transfers, with higher elective single embryo transfer
January 18, 2026
Egg Freezing Success Rates Rise in DC Area: 2015 NBC4 Report
Vitrification technology introduced in 2009 boosted egg freezing success rates to 55% for women under 38. Age remains a critical factor, with the average patien
January 18, 2026
Embryo Freezing Explained: Vitrification & Storage Safety
Embryos are frozen via vitrification, replacing cellular water with cryoprotectants to avoid ice formation. They’re stored in liquid nitrogen at -196°C using va
January 18, 2026
Male Factor Infertility: Causes, Treatments & Expert Insights
Male factor infertility contributes to nearly half of all infertility cases, with causes ranging from low sperm count to genetic factors. Dr. Monica Best explai
January 18, 2026
Restoring Kaho‘olawe: Father-Daughter Volunteers Revive Hawaiian History
Dr. Huang and his daughter revived Kaho‘olawe’s ecosystem by planting native species, a sacred island with 3,000+ archaeological sites, now restored after $400
January 18, 2026
Why Estrogen Is Prescribed During IVF & FET Cycles
Estrogen thickens the uterine lining to prepare for embryo implantation, while progesterone matures it. Modern estrogen used in IVF and FET cycles is biological
January 18, 2026
Too Fit to Get Pregnant? Fertility Risks & Diet Tips
Being underweight or overly fit can disrupt hormonal balance, reducing fertility in both men and women. Research shows that maintaining a healthy BMI improves I
January 18, 2026
Affordable IVF Costs and Financing Options Explained
IVF in the U.S. averages $12,400 per cycle, with women over 38 often needing 2+ cycles. Medications range from $1,500–$5,000 per cycle, and Fertility Centers of
January 18, 2026
Infertility Worse Than Physical Pain: Emotional Journey of Trying to Conceive
Vicki’s infertility journey caused years of emotional pain, surpassing physical trauma. Social isolation and self-blame exacerbated stress, but IVF treatm
January 18, 2026
Advanced Maternal Age Project: Pregnancy Support for Women Over 40
Sharon Munroe founded the Advanced Maternal Age Project at 40, offering a global community for women over 40 with pregnancy resources, medical advice, and peer
January 18, 2026
Infertility in Women of Color: Challenges & Solutions
Tameenah Adams Flores, a 39-year-old mother of three, successfully overcame infertility through in vitro fertilization (IVF) after joining a supportive communit
January 18, 2026
IVF Services Resume in Alabama: Key Legislation Update
Alabama’s new legislation, effective March 2024, shields physicians from legal liability in IVF procedures, reversing a February 16 Supreme Court ruling t