Fertility Blog
Expert advice, research insights, and patient stories to guide your fertility journey.
January 18, 2026
Hysteroscopic Procedures: A Key to Boosting Fertility
Uterine polyps can reduce pregnancy rates by 50%, but hysteroscopic procedures offer a minimally invasive solution. This in-office technique allows doctors to d
January 18, 2026
Blastocyst IVF Screening Boosts Safety & Pregnancy Success
New research published in _Fertility & Sterility_ reveals that delaying embryo chromosomal screening until the blastocyst stage (day 5) improves IVF succes
January 18, 2026
Folic Acid for Pregnancy: Prevent Birth Defects & Support Baby’s Health
Folic acid, a B9 vitamin, prevents neural tube defects like spina bifida and anencephaly when taken pre-pregnancy. Experts recommend 400mcg daily to build up le
January 18, 2026
Donor Egg Success Rates: Key Insights & FAQs
Shady Grove Fertility reports a 50% ongoing pregnancy rate for women over 40 using donor eggs, compared to 18% with their own eggs. Their Shared Donor Egg Progr
January 18, 2026
Choosing the Right Fertility Clinic: Key Factors to Consider
Pregnancy rates and live birth rates vary by clinic, with live birth rates indicating actual baby outcomes. Trust and clinic ethos are crucial, along with proxi
January 18, 2026
Infertility Heartbreak: A Mother’s Journey Through Loss & IVF Triumph
A former Shady Grove Fertility patient recounts an 8-year emotional journey through ectopic pregnancy, ARPKD diagnosis, and IVF struggles, culminating in the bi
January 18, 2026
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January 18, 2026
Marijuana Use in Pregnancy Linked to Emotional Problems in Children
A recent study indicates that maternal marijuana use during pregnancy correlates with increased social and emotional challenges in offspring. Legalization trend
January 18, 2026
Affordable Fertility Financial Programs & Insurance Options Explained
Shady Grove Fertility offers five financial programs to help patients afford treatment, including 63% success rate shared donor egg options and 22 accepted insu