Fertility Blog

Fertility treatment can make every health decision feel high-stakes, especially when new research raises questions about weight and pregnancy outcomes. Here, we explain what the latest findings show and how to plan your next steps without shame or pressure. AT A GLANCE → This large retrospective study examined 14,990 patients undergoing their first single euploid frozen embryo transfer (FET). → Early pregnancy loss occurred in 19.5% of patients with obesity and 15.9% of patients without obesity—a difference of 3.6 percentage points. Approximately 4 out of 5 patients in both groups did not experience early pregnancy loss. → The study found an association between BMI and miscarriage but does not prove that higher BMI caused the losses or that losing weight before IVF would prevent them. → BMI does not capture metabolic health, nutrition, body composition, sleep, stress, or individual medical circumstances, so treatment decisions should be personalized. + Table of Contents The Impact of Weight on IVF Success 2026 Embryo Transfer Study Findings Does a higher BMI increase your chance of miscarriage? What This Research Means for Fertility Patients What This Study Can’t Tell Us Beyond the Scale How Illume Supports Your Health Do I have to lose weight before IVF? Frequently Asked Questions

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Ask Monica is a Q&A video series hosted by Nurse Practitioner Monica Moore. Doctor's appointments often generate anxiety. Whether it’s getting your blood drawn, having to undergo a painful procedure or test, or the fear of receiving bad news about your health, going to the doctor’s office doesn’t feel like a walk in the park for most people.

Choosing a sperm donor can be an emotional and daunting task, regardless of the circumstances that brought you to this point. In this guide, we'll provide expert insights on where to begin your search, how many vials of sperm to order for IUI and IVF, the differences between IUI, ICI, and IVF-ready sperm, and everything else you need to know on this journey.

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