More than 60,000 babies are born via In Vitro Fertilization in the United States each year. For a couple struggling with infertility, that is one club you’d do just about anything to join. But, there’s a lot to think about when you’re considering IVF – like the financial, emotional and physical costs. For example, there’s […]
IVF: Embryo ‘Squishiness’ Can Predict Viability
A new study released by Stanford bioengineers and physicians has determined that the correct amount of ‘squishiness’ of an embryo can determine whether it will be successful once implanted. Selecting the right fertilized embryo for in vitro fertilization (IVF) might be as simple as choosing a ripe piece of fruit: Just give it a squeeze. […]
