When my husband and I began our IVF journey, I dreamed about the day I would finally become a mom. But after years of infertility, I wasn’t just hoping for success — I was desperate for it. So when my doctor asked how many embryos we wanted to transfer, I didn’t hesitate. “Two,” I said, thinking it would double our chances. And in a way, it did. Because when we went in for our first ultrasound, we saw two tiny heartbeats flickering on the screen. Twins. I remember feeling an overwhelming mix of joy and shock....

Trying to get pregnant can feel like a rollercoaster ride, especially if you’re going through fertility treatments. There are so many terms, procedures, and options to learn about, as well as some really fascinating advancements in fertility science, like EmbryoGlue®. No, it's not the kind of glue you'd find in a craft store! It's actually a special solution used during in vitro fertilization (IVF) to help embryos implant in the uterus. Pretty cool, right? So, what is EmbryoGlue®? EmbryoGlue® is a type of culture medium — a special liquid that helps cells grow and thrive. This...

For many people, in vitro fertilization (IVF) offers a chance to conceive, but when cycles fail, it can be heartbreaking. IVF can be an emotional rollercoaster, and the financial burden adds another layer of stress to an already challenging journey. But what if there was a way to increase your chances of success while potentially reducing the number of IVF cycles needed? The innovative EMMA test is changing the game in fertility treatment by offering a personalized approach and renewed hope for those who have struggled to conceive through traditional IVF methods. What is the EMMA...

The thing about infertility is that unless you’ve experienced it, you can’t possibly imagine how devastating it truly is. It’s so heavy, many people may even experience depression while on their infertility journeys. Understanding depression during infertility According to material from the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, the psychological toll of infertility is very real, and it's important that we recognize that. Anxiety and depressive symptoms are common among people who experience infertility — and if you feel like your sadness is impeding your ability to function, you’re not alone. Why the holiday season amplifies...

When it comes to infertility, there are a lot of common misconceptions. It would be impossible to list them all here because even in today’s age of transparency around fertility issues and treatment, there are still just so many misguided ideas. But it all starts with the definition of the term itself. The word “infertility” suggests that someone is just completely lacking in the ability to be fertile — to conceive a child. So when someone hears or even receives that diagnosis, their head may go straight to “I can never get pregnant." A lot of...

So, you’re finally ready to start a family: You’ve checked all of the boxes that fit into your plan, whether that’s a committed relationship or secure finances (or both!). There's nothing left to do but try to conceive!Cut to about six months later, and your at-home pregnancy tests are still negative. The last thing you had on your TTC bingo card was infertility, but here we are. There’s no sugarcoating the fact that infertility sucks, but it is quite common. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 1 in 5 (19%) of married women are unable...

So you’ve decided to do pre-implantation genetic testing for aneuploidy (PGT-A) on your embryos during IVF, and now that you’ve gotten the results back, you find out some of your embryos are mosaic. You’ve heard of “normal” and “abnormal” embryos before, but what is a mosaic embryo? Can mosaics be transferred and still result in a live birth? We spoke with Dr. Michael Guarnaccia of Pinnacle Fertility in New York City to learn more.  What is a mosaic embryo? A euploid embryo is normal, meaning all of the cells in the embryo have the right number...

In April 2024, the Center of Reproductive Health (CRH), a fertility clinic based in Nashville, closed its doors due to an inability to pay its employees. The facility’s owner, Jaime M. Vasquez, M.D., has since been sued by the Tennessee Attorney General.  According to a statement from the Attorney General’s office, the clinic’s “abrupt closure” left numerous fertility patients in a lurch: The future of their care, access to medical records, and security of their frozen eggs, sperm, and embryos was now a huge question mark.  Just a few weeks later after the clinic shut down,...

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 — and the right amounts of them — is essential to promoting egg quality while also supporting healthy ovarian function. Since the vast majority of us don't get what we need from diet alone, fertility supplements can be especially useful. Some of the top nutrients to consider include folate, vitamin B12, vitamins C, D, and E, zinc, selenium, iodine, and omega-3 fatty acids, which can typically be found in prenatal multivitamin supplements. But...

These days, it’s pretty easy to find articles online that walk you through numerous fertility protocols, from in-vitro fertilization (IVF) to egg freezing. But what about all the questions that pop up for each step of those protocols? Like, say, what’s it like to take Ganirelix — a hormone medication administered during ovarian stimulation? Can you really be sure you’re getting correct, medically informed answers from the internet? Unfortunately, it’s just as easy to stumble upon articles that contain misinformation, especially if you’re asking Dr. Google. Enter Roon, a free platform comprised of short-form video content providing accurate...