When Kaitlyn and Travis began their fertility journey, they never imagined it would lead to IVF, let alone that their entire chance at parenthood would rest on a single egg. What followed was a story of loss, faith, and a surprise that even their doctors didn't see coming.

What does it actually take to build a family after a PCOS diagnosis, recurrent pregnancy loss, and years of failed fertility treatment cycles? For Samantha and Anthony, the answer was faith, perseverance, and one pivotal decision that changed everything.

At a glance → More than 100,000 babies were born through IVF in the U.S. in 2024, a new national record → IVF now accounts for nearly 3% of all U.S. births, or about 1 in 36 babies → Single embryo transfer is now standard for most patients, helping make IVF safer than in the past → National averages are helpful, but your age, diagnosis, ovarian reserve, clinic, lab, and treatment plan matter more As the founder of Illume Fertility, I’ve followed national IVF outcome data closely for decades. SART’s newest report matters not only because it set a record, but because it shows how fertility treatment is evolving and what that means for patients considering care today.

Secondary infertility is one of the most common fertility challenges no one talks about. If you conceived easily before and are now struggling to get pregnant again, you're not alone. In this story, Trisha and James share their experience navigating secondary infertility and finding success through IVF at Illume Fertility in Connecticut.

The financial aspect of LGBTQ+ family building is often the most overwhelming part of the entire process. In this guide, you'll learn how much it really costs for same-sex female couples to have a baby, how to navigate insurance coverage (if you have it), and ways to afford care.

All too often, Black women experiencing infertility who need the help of an egg or sperm donor soon face another barrier to building their family - a lack of diversity in available donors. A three-time egg donor shares her experience in the hopes that it encourages other women of color to consider donating too.

At a glance → Ear seeds are small adhesive beads placed on pressure points on the outer ear → They are used as a needle-free form of auricular acupressure to support stress, sleep, pain, and overall regulation → During fertility treatment, ear seeds may help patients feel more grounded between acupuncture sessions → Ear seeds are supportive care, not a standalone fertility treatment, and should be placed by a licensed practitioner

At a glance → Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition that can cause pain, scarring, adhesions, and fertility challenges → Symptoms are often dismissed as “normal” period pain, which can delay diagnosis and treatment for years → Endometriosis does not mean pregnancy is impossible, but early fertility evaluation can help protect your options → The best care often involves a specialist who can address pain, fertility goals, surgical options, and whole-person support Endometriosis is a chronic condition that is both common and frequently misdiagnosed. It can affect fertility but doesn't mean pregnancy is impossible. Early specialist care, surgical interventions, and multidisciplinary support often make the biggest difference.