When Laura and Dave decided to grow their family, they had no idea just how winding their path to parenthood would become—marked by loss, resilience, and a single embryo that would turn their story around in the most unexpected way.

So, you’ve officially booked your first fertility consultation. Congratulations! Reaching out for help is one of the biggest hurdles in this whole journey. Committing yourself to this process is a great feat, and you should be proud of yourself for taking this important step.

For millions facing infertility, the path to becoming parents is anything but simple. For Kate and Tom, it was a journey filled with unexpected diagnoses, shots (so many shots), heart-pounding moments, and ultimately, two extraordinary daughters who made it all worthwhile.

After years of false starts and soul-searching, Elizabeth decided she wasn’t going to wait any longer for motherhood to find her—she was going to go after it herself. What followed was a courageous, winding journey that led to the greatest love of her life: her son, Luca.

Heather and Mike's path to parenthood was filled with unexpected diagnoses, challenges, and triumphs. From battling infertility and breast cancer to finally welcoming their third child after a long five-year wait, their story is a testament to the power of hope and science.

Considering using an egg or sperm donor to help build your family? Here's what you should know about the various types of donor arrangements, the pros and cons of directed (known) versus nonidentified (anonymous) donors, and the legal implications of your decision.

Thanks to amazing advances in reproductive medicine, the in vitro fertilization (IVF) process has become a widely used and highly effective method for achieving family-building goals. But have you ever stopped to consider how fertility treatment evolved into what it is today?

Understanding which fertility benefits your insurance provider offers (if any) can be a daunting process. Even when your fertility clinic verifies coverage, it's important to call your insurance company to confirm all the details and ask any additional questions you may have.