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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.

Infertility | Mental Health

By: Shaun C. Williams, MD
December 4th, 2024

We all know that the holidays are meant to be a time of joy and togetherness, but when you're struggling to grow your family, finding happiness and peace while maintaining your mental health can be especially difficult. Here are some helpful tips to help you navigate the season.

Donor Conception | Advocacy

By: Hayley King
December 2nd, 2024

The world of donor conception can feel complex, with the perspectives of donor-conceived people, recipient parents, and donors themselves sometimes feeling at odds. In this helpful guide, a donor-conceived adult who also utilized a donor to build her own family reflects on her personal journey and offers valuable insights for parents navigating similar paths.

Wellness | Nutrition

By: Jill Hickey, RDN
December 2nd, 2024

During the holidays, it can be easy to over-indulge in rich family recipes or feel you have to avoid dishes you love in order to be healthy. Here are some easy ways to combat food guilt, trust your body, and practice self-care during this festive season.

Health | Community

By: Lisa Rosenthal
November 8th, 2024

With flu season ahead and COVID-19 still making the rounds, it's more important than ever to safeguard your health. But when you're trying to conceive or pregnant, it's only natural to have additional concerns about vaccine safety. Read on to get your questions answered and stay safe this fall and winter!

Advocacy | Community

By: Sierra Dehmler
November 7th, 2024

Fertility podcasts are an amazing way to explore different perspectives, hear others' stories, and learn new things, but they can also help alleviate anxiety and provide comfort and community to those struggling to grow their families.

LGBTQ+ Family Building | Donor Conception | IUI | Sperm Donor | Pregnancy & Infant Loss

By: Sierra Dehmler
October 31st, 2024

When you're told that the baby you've been dreaming of has genetic abnormalities incompatible with life, what are your options? In this story, Maureen and Melissa open up about their experience terminating a much-wanted pregnancy for medical reasons, the ways they healed together, and how they moved forward.

Cancer | Fertility Preservation

By: Dr. Laura Meyer
October 28th, 2024

Up to 40% of people will at some point receive a cancer diagnosis, and we can all see and feel its effects in our families and across our communities. When you're facing cancer but still dream of having children in the future, what are your options? Let's explore them together.