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Fertility Blog by Illume Fertility

Everything you need to know about reproductive health, fertility testing, fertility treatment (like IUI and IVF) and how to navigate fertility challenges.

Surrogacy | IVF

By: Mark P. Leondires, M.D.
October 21st, 2024

Last updated August 8, 2025 Selecting a surrogacy agency is one of the most important steps on your family-building journey, but it can also be one of the most overwhelming parts of the process. In this guide, a surrogacy expert (and father through surrogacy himself) shares how to compare surrogacy agencies and find the best one for you.

Infertility Awareness | Mental Health | Pregnancy & Infant Loss

By: Joshua Hurwitz, MD
October 18th, 2024

With around 25% of recognized pregnancies ending in loss, miscarriages are much more common than you might think. But what causes some people to experience repeated pregnancy losses? And what are the most common causes of recurrent miscarriage?

Male Infertility | Donor Conception | IVF | Sperm Donor | Patient Stories | Genetics | Pregnancy & Infant Loss

By: Sierra Dehmler
October 7th, 2024

Three years. Extensive testing. Genetic complications. Multiple fertility clinics. Six embryo transfers. Five losses. One perfect baby girl. In this story, new parents Jennifer and Alex open up about their path to parenthood and the joy they've found on the "other side" of infertility.

Male Infertility | IVF | Pregnancy & Infant Loss

By: Sierra Dehmler
October 7th, 2024

While some couples get "lucky," conceiving with minimal medical intervention, others have a more complex journey. After many difficult years of infertility and pregnancy losses, Alyson shares how she and her husband Jared finally found their path to parenthood.

Pregnancy Loss | Advocacy | Mental Health | Pregnancy & Infant Loss

By: Lisa Rosenthal
October 4th, 2024

When someone you know loses a pregnancy or baby, what should you say? And is there anything you shouldn't you say to someone who is experiencing such monumental pain? Let's explore some actionable ways to support and care for those who are grieving.

Insulin Resistance | PCOS | Diabetes

By: Ilana Ressler, MD
October 4th, 2024

GLP-1 medications like Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Ozempic can all be used to treat type 2 diabetes, but they also show promise in treating symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Here's what you need to know.

Fertility | PCOS

By: Joshua Hurwitz, MD
October 3rd, 2024

In the United States alone, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects over 5 million women, making it one of the most commonly diagnosed endocrine disorders. Unfortunately, misinformation about the condition is rampant, which leads to many pervasive myths.

PCOS | IUI | Patient Stories | Pregnancy & Infant Loss

By: Sierra Dehmler
September 25th, 2024

After years of trying to conceive, pregnancy loss, and uncertainty, a fertility warrior shares the incredible story of how her rainbow baby came to be and what she learned along the way.