Fertility Blog

Behind every positive pregnancy test are months (sometimes years) of hard decisions and small acts of courage that rarely get talked about. For National Infertility Awareness Week, eight Illume Fertility couples opened up about what their road to parenthood actually looked like, detours included.

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.

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 → 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.

Last updated May 7, 2026 Even with 1 in 6 couples facing infertility globally, many insurance providers still 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.

Infertility affects millions of people every year, with about 1 in 5 couples in the United States experiencing difficulties getting pregnant or carrying a pregnancy to term. Unfortunately, military insurance coverage still does not fully cover the treatment of infertility connected to service-related injuries. Keep reading to learn about the military discounts we offer here at Illume Fertility and how they can help defray the cost of fertility treatment.

Pie: Good. Pie for charity? Delicious! Learn how Illume Fertility's Dr. Ilana Ressler is helping raise awareness for breast and ovarian cancer while supporting the Westchester, NY community this upcoming holiday season.

Let's be honest - when trying to conceive, most of the focus is on the ladies' side of the equation. From AMH levels to basal body temperature to cycles, moms-to-be have a long list of ABCs to learn as they go through treatment. But men's health plays an equally critical role.