Navigating the world of fertility, family-building and workplace benefits can feel like decoding a secret language. If you’re trying to conceive (TTC), considering IVF, or simply want to understand what’s available to you, knowing the right questions to ask your employer can make all the difference. Here are five essential conversation starters to bring to […]
Why The Future of IVF and Surrogacy Is At Risk
Many people are worried that their right to use in vitro fertilization (IVF) or a surrogate to grow their family could be in jeopardy. That’s because current legislation pending in the US Congress, as well as new laws in several states around the country could affect the right to utilize reproductive technology. In addition, the […]
Here’s What Happened After I Drank Celery Juice For 30 Days
Many of us are always looking for new ways to improve our health. But it can be overwhelming figuring out what’s just a flash in the pan fad, and what might really work. Case in point: celery juice. Celery juice recently began blowing up all over my social media feeds. A few of my friends, […]
How To Prevent Insulin Resistance From Causing Infertility
Reverse insulin resistance to stop diabetes and its impact on fertility
My Fertility Treatment Was Canceled – Now What?
I held back my tears until I reached my car, and then grieved the loss of this cycle the best I could. – Tara Engelberg, Trying To Conceive in Denver, Colorado These are unprecedented times. Our lives have all changed since COVID-19 became a reality for Americans in recent weeks. A world is in mourning […]
COVID-19 Task Force Calls For Moratorium on Fertility Treatments
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread – so does its impact. Shopping malls, movie theaters, gyms, and schools are closed across the United States. Now there’s a call to shut down fertility clinics for all procedures except urgent care. On March 17 the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) strongly recommended a moratorium on […]
What Infertility Patients Need To Know About the Coronavirus
These are tense times. On March 11, the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak a pandemic. Next, one after the other, more big announcements filled Wednesday’s breaking news feed: President Trump banned travel from almost all of Europe to the United States. The NBA canceled its season after a Utah Jazz player tested […]
What Not To Eat When Trying To Conceive
There is a ton of controversy surrounding what foods to eat and what to avoid when you’re trying to conceive. It seems like the studies (and the fertility doctors) constantly change their minds on what’s important and what’s not. But there are some key things you’ll find on every fertility health providers list: Processed foods, […]
Why Mother’s Day Is So Hard For Some Of Us
For many people Mother’s Day is a wonderful day set aside to honor the real life superheroes – women who have made a huge impact on our lives. But, for those who have lost their mom, or a child, or have been struggling to become a mother – this can also be a very painful […]
7 Tips To Boost Your Fertility
When you are trying to conceive – especially if you are struggling with infertility – it’s a great time to “clean” up your lifestyle to improve your overall health. It’s important to know that there are things you might be doing, drinking or eating that may not be helping your chances of getting pregnant. Not […]
