Fertility Blog

At a glance → Stress is a normal part of fertility treatment, but chronic stress can affect your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing → Stress may not directly determine fertility treatment success, but it can impact your mental health and ability to keep going → Breath work, support groups, therapy, movement, acupuncture, journaling, and boundaries can all help activate the relaxation response → You do not need to manage infertility stress alone; your care team, therapist, and trusted support network can all be part of your toolbox Infertility can make everyday stress feel heavier, especially when treatment adds appointments, decisions, uncertainty, and emotional highs and lows. In this guide, a fertility counselor shares practical ways to care for your mental health throughout the process.

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) offers a range of benefits, but many men are unaware that it can also lead to infertility. Understanding the potential risks of this hormone therapy is critical to your success - particularly if you wish to build a family in the future.

As a fertility specialist, I’ve witnessed firsthand how deeply the emotional toll of trying to conceive can affect patients—not only physically, but mentally and emotionally. Let's explore the very real (but often misunderstood) role that psychological stress can play in fertility challenges.

Trying to eat well while juggling fertility treatment, a busy schedule, and everything else life throws at you? This quick-start guide from our fertility dietitians will help you simplify meal prep, snack smarter, and stay nourished without the stress.

Ah, yes. Everyone's least favorite thing about trying to conceive - the dreaded "two week wait." Obsessively wondering if you're pregnant, documenting your symptoms by the hour, blowing through packages of pregnancy tests even though you know it's too early to test...it's a difficult time to navigate.

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Preparing for pregnancy starts long before conception. By taking proactive steps now, you can boost your fertility, improve your overall health, and set the stage for a successful pregnancy. Follow this simple, step-by-step 90-day plan to optimize your health and fertility.

Ah, sweet summertime. The season of dining al fresco, taking trips to the beach, and perusing farmer's market stands. With the bounty of ripe fruits and vegetables available, it's the perfect opportunity to try out some new summer salads!