How to Afford Surrogacy: 7 Strategies for Inexpensive & Funded Journeys (2026)
Using a surrogate to build your family is a significant financial commitment, but it does not have to be out of reach. While the average cost... Read More
A Few Thoughts Selecting an Egg Donor
After thinking about this repeatedly, I had to go back 10 years and reflect on what I went through selecting an egg donor. The first thing... Read More
How to Afford Fertility Treatments and Offset the Costs
One of the main things discouraging people from seeking fertility treatment is the high cost. According to the National Conference of State Legislation (NCSL), the average... Read More
Coverage and Utilization of Fertility Services in the US: What You Need to Know
Key Points A lot of people need fertility help to achieve a pregnancy, including men and women with fertility issues, LGBTQ people, and single persons who... Read More
Recurrent Miscarriage Causes and Treatment Options
Recurrent miscarriages, also known as spontaneous abortions or early pregnancy losses, are very common. They occur in around 15 to 20 percent of all pregnancies, mostly... Read More
Placenta Issues Every Woman Should Know About
What is the placenta? The placenta is an important organ that grows in the womb (uterus) during pregnancy. It supplies the baby with oxygen and essential... Read More
Risks and Side Effects of Fertility Drugs
Fertility medications can help with a lot of issues, including improving the odds of getting pregnant and carrying a pregnancy to full term. These medications treat... Read More
What It Takes to Become Pregnant After Birth Control
Injectable medication for birth control (i.e., Depo-Provera) is the only method of contraception that may not affect your chances of getting pregnant once it is stopped.... Read More
What is Cystic Fibrosis? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Cystic fibrosis, or Chronic fibrosis (CF for short), is a debilitating medical condition in which extremely thick mucus accumulates in the body, causing problems with digestion... Read More
The Sperm Meets Egg Plan (SMEP) Explained
The sperm meets egg plan (SMEP) is a structured and science-backed approach to help couples optimize their chances of conception. Originally designed for women trying to... Read More