Fertility Basics | IVF | Advocacy
By:
Sierra Dehmler
July 24th, 2024
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 the method evolved into what it is today?
By:
Lisa Rosenthal
June 28th, 2024
Finding a fertility clinic can be a challenging endeavor, and no one wants to do it twice. But when you're feeling unheard, concerned about the care you're receiving, or starting to doubt your doctor's guidance, the thought creeps in - is it time to move on to a different practice?
LGBTQ+ Family Building | Advocacy
By:
Sierra Dehmler
May 7th, 2024
As a fertility practice dedicated to providing inclusive fertility and family-building care for all, we are honored to be recognized by the Human Rights Campaign for our seventh year.
National Infertility Awareness Week | Advocacy | Patient Stories
By:
Sierra Dehmler
April 30th, 2024
Despite the prevalence of infertility (now impacting 1 in 6 people globally), many still feel they have to hide their struggles. In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, former fertility patients choose to tell their stories - in the hopes of helping others feel less alone.
Infertility Coverage | IVF | Advocacy
By:
Lisa Rosenthal
March 4th, 2024
After the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that embryos resulting from in vitro fertilization (IVF) should be considered "children" under state law, family-building experts and advocates take action, outlining the importance of access to fertility care nationwide.
Donor Conception | Egg Donor | Advocacy | BIPOC
By:
Sierra Dehmler
February 16th, 2024
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.
Infertility Awareness | Advocacy | Community | BIPOC
By:
Thelma Osei, NP
February 5th, 2024
While Black women are almost twice as likely to experience infertility, only 8% actually seek fertility treatment (compared to 15% of white women). Statistics like these, compounded by the fact that Black women are three times as likely to die from pregnancy-related causes, highlight inequalities in reproductive healthcare that must be addressed.
IVF | Advocacy | Affording Treatment
By:
Sierra Dehmler
January 15th, 2024
Even with 1 in 6 couples facing infertility, many insurance providers exclude or limit coverage for this treatable condition - meaning many people don't even get the chance to start their family. Organizations like the Nest Egg Foundation are stepping up to help.