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Ask Monica is a Q&A video series hosted by Nurse Practitioner Monica Moore.

Ask Monica is a Q&A video series hosted by Nurse Practitioner Monica Moore.

Ask Monica is a Q&A video series hosted by Nurse Practitioner Monica Moore. Ask Monica is a Q&A video series hosted by Nurse Practitioner Monica Moore.

Last updated April 24, 2026 For millions struggling with infertility, fertility treatment offers hope. However, evaluating your options can be overwhelming and confusing. This in-depth IUI vs. IVF guide breaks down the differences between the two treatment pathways to empower your decision-making process.

Last updated June 11, 2026 Starting a family isn’t always simple, especially when you’re a member of the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you’re going through this journey solo or planning to have a child with your partner, knowing what to expect is key to achieving your family-building goals.

Last updated June 16, 2026 At a Glance → Gay Parents To Be is an educational and community resource hub for LGBTQ+ family building, not a separate clinic or treatment service. → Connecticut-based Illume Fertility is the clinical practice behind Gay Parents To Be, delivering every aspect of fertility and family-building care for LGBTQ+ patients across the Northeast and beyond → Gay Parents To Be was launched in 2012 by Dr. Mark Leondires, Illume's Founder and Medical Director, after he navigated his own personal family-building journey as a gay dad. → The Human Rights Campaign Foundation has named Illume a Healthcare Equality Leader for eight consecutive years, making us the only freestanding fertility center in the Northeast to hold the designation. If you've landed here, you're probably wondering about the connection between Illume Fertility and Gay Parents To Be. You may have noticed that the two share a lot of overlap, from team members to patient stories. Learn why Gay Parents To Be was created, and how both can support and empower your LGBTQ+ family-building journey.