Brighid Flynn

Whether you're trying to conceive at home or preparing for an egg retrieval, ensuring that you’re nourishing your body with the proper nutrients —...

When you are TTC, you are most likely paying attention to every little change or hint of change in your body. That two-ish week...

If you’ve already had a child via cesarean section, you may be curious, or even adamant, about trying for a vaginal delivery for...

You may have heard the old adage: if your ears are ringing, it means someone is talking about you! Well, what if your...

Whether you’ve Googled this late at night or texted a friend in a panic, we’ve all tried to find the quick and easy...

Okay, so, in theory, this seems like it would be an easy answer. The more you ejaculate, the less sperm you have, right?...

In the months before and after giving birth, it is completely normal and even expected to feel more on edge than you usually...

For some women, their period is the most dreaded time of the month — filled with menstrual cramps, migraines, and heavy bleeding that hinders...

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus is found in other places in the body. This abnormal...

A Pap smear — a screening test performed every three years by an OB/GYN during an annual wellness exam — is the best...

Orgasm. The word alone can cause some women anxiety. For others, it’s an immediate excitement. More often than not, in media — films,...

  Curious about that persistent back pain you can't seem to shake? Believe it or not, uterine fibroids could be the culprit. These non-cancerous...

Somatic exercises are different from your typical HIIT or weight-lifting workouts. They’re slow. They’re intentional. They focus on the mind-body connection, allowing you...

Period underwear can sound daunting — maybe even a little messy. Their multiple-layered designs, however, make them absorbent, anti-odor, anti-microbial, and anti-bacterial, and their...

Menstrual discs, though similar in concept and sustainability to menstrual cups, function differently than their cup-shaped relative. The main difference between the two,...

It’s no secret that medical costs in the United States are nothing close to ideal. In fact, just the cost of fertility treatments...

When it comes to fertility preservation, you may already know that age matters. The number of eggs you are ultimately able to freeze...

You may be asking yourself, "Why would anyone choose to go through IUI or IVF if they are fertile and can conceive on...

  You’ve probably heard of the term “ovarian reserve,” but maybe not “antral follicle count (AFC).” Well, put simply, AFC is another way to...

Possibly now, more than ever, surrogacy seems to be in the spotlight thanks to some high-profile celebrities. With this increased focus comes a...

I was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and panic disorder when I was just fourteen years old. My symptoms came to a...

Can you get a Pap smear while on your period? We’ll cut to the chase with this one. The short answer is: Yes,...

Boric acid: It certainly doesn’t sound like something you would want to put in your body, much less use it as a medical...

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis are both conditions that affect women of reproductive age. While it is possible to get pregnant with...

  We know that our fertility relies on so much more than just the health of our reproductive organs. Our bodies are complex systems...

FSH: Many of us know of it as it relates to a menstrual cycle, but what role does it play, exactly? Follicle-stimulating hormone,...

  Many women are familiar with or have heard of endometriosis and the painful, heavy periods and pelvic discomfort that may come with...

If you’re anything like us, you might find yourself learning something new on TikTok every day. Whether it’s a life hack that, as...

  It probably goes without saying that having anything “blocked” in your reproductive organs doesn’t bode well for your fertility. For instance, your...

Many of us are familiar with abdominal ultrasounds: the cold gel, the wand being rubbed around on our torso, and the blurry images...

  Period sex — some people love it, and others avoid it. While it’s completely your own prerogative whether you choose to have...

Before diving in, it will probably be helpful to define endometriosis. Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue similar, but not identical, to...

  It’s no secret that major, or sometimes even minor, life transitions and challenges can put a lot of stress on relationships. Infertility...

  26% of the global population menstruates; and yet, women's period symptoms are often played down, ignored, or dismissed as 'normal.' You know...

If you’re at all familiar with the world of fertility treatments, chances are good that you’ve heard of IUI and IVF. While they...

  As you probably know by now, the journey to conception is a whole-body event. While your ovaries and fallopian tubes are responsible...

When you’re trying to get pregnant, the dynamic between you and your partner when it comes to intercourse often changes. From the exact...

Infertility — it's a tough journey: physically, emotionally, and financially. But did you know that you may be able to deduct some of...

  No matter how far along you are in your pregnancy, miscarriages are heartbreaking. They take an immeasurable toll on your physical and...

Whether you’re new to fertility treatments or an IVF veteran, chances are good that you’re familiar with Preimplantation Genetic Testing, more commonly known...

  Before we dive head first into this breakdown, let’s start with the obvious question here: what is third-party reproduction? The phrase is...

  When it comes to contraceptive options for men and women, it’s an uneven playing field. From pills to patches and even implants,...

  It may not have crossed your mind since college, but did you know that the three most common sexually transmitted infections —...

Vaginal infections are no stranger to most women. That’s because the vagina is an ecosystem of both good bacteria and fungi that require...

  Since the first baby was conceived through in vitro fertilization (IVF) in 1978, there have been more than 8 million people born...

  There are few things in life as difficult and soul-crushing as losing a pregnancy. Nothing can prepare you for being told that...

  It’s no secret that IVF is time-consuming, physically and emotionally draining, and expensive. The average cost for one IVF cycle ranges from...

  As women, we often take on the brunt of the planning, stress, and guilt when trying to conceive. We wonder what we...

    As if you don’t already have enough things to worry about while trying to conceive, tacking your skincare regimen onto that list...

  The IVF process can be a time filled with difficult decisions, and trying to work with your doctor to figure out the...

  So, you’ve decided you want to get pregnant. It’s a big decision and certainly not one to take lightly, but you have...

  You’ve shown up for all of the appointments. You’ve endured every single at-home injection. You’ve taken your prenatal vitamins and prescribed IVF...

We know what you’re probably thinking: I’ve been waiting to start IVF for how long? I’ve already put in so much time, money,...

  For the LGBTQ+ community, there are various family-building options to consider. In honor of Pride Month, we wanted to shine a light...

  If you have recently been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), it’s completely normal to be worried about your future fertility. You...

Whether you’re freezing your eggs, pursuing IVF as an LGBTQ+ couple, or embarking on IVF as the next step on your infertility journey,...

When it comes to optimizing your fertility and improving your odds of getting pregnant, there is so much to consider and understand. If...

  It might sound daunting to have your and your partner’s genetic makeup and quality tested; it can feel like it’s just another...

After undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment and having an embryo transfer, the two-week wait for that (hopefully) big fat positive pregnancy test...

  Picture this: you have been trying to conceive for a while without success. You finally make an appointment with a fertility clinic...

We know the word “hope” can be a tough one to hear. While on our fertility journeys, it can feel like hope is one...

  Whether or not to take a break from IVF is a heavy question. For one, it implies a worst-case scenario: your IVF...

  Although there’s no roadmap for the windy path that is the fertility journey, for those who are struggling to conceive, there are...