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At Illume Fertility, we believe that knowledge is power and knowing what lies ahead can make your journey less stressful. Explore the resources below to learn about all things fertility!

 

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Embryo Transfer Day 101: Everything You Need to Know

What happens on embryo transfer day? Is embryo transfer painful? A medical assistant answers FAQs to help you feel more prepared for this big IVF milestone.

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Celebrities With PCOS: How They Manage Symptoms, Life & Fertility

PCOS warriors, you are not alone! We have assembled a whole list of celebrities with PCOS who have learned to manage their symptoms while in the...

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Embryo Donation: The Science and Stories Behind the Choice

What happens to extra embryos once your family is complete? We explore the options and the impact embryo donation can have for both donor and...

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Illume Fertility Team Honored with 2023 Castle Connolly Top Doc Awards

Illume Fertility physicians receive 2023 Castle Connolly Top Doc awards for their dedication to providing exceptional fertility care across CT and NY.

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How IUI Helped Us Conceive with PCOS | Gabby & Shane's Story

After getting married, buying their dream house and getting a dog, a couple discovers that their quest to become parents won't be as easy as they...

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An Open Letter to Fertility Warriors on Mother’s Day

Mother's Day can be exceptionally difficult for fertility warriors. Whether you're navigating treatment or just feeling defeated, this letter is for...

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Your Guide to Fertility Surgery: Hysteroscopy, Laparoscopy & More

How can fertility surgery help those struggling to conceive? An OR nurse explains what to expect from hysteroscopy, laparoscopy and other procedures.

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Find Your Voice: Fertility Patients Share Their Stories | NIAW 2023

Stories about ovulation induction, IUI, IVF, surrogacy, reciprocal IVF, egg freezing, embryo testing, surprise pregnancies and more for NIAW 2023. 

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When a Fertility Doctor Becomes a Patient | Dr. Kucherov's Story

Even fertility doctors need a little help sometimes! Dr. Alexander Kucherov shares his personal journey through fertility treatment and becoming a...

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Egg Freezing In the Face of An Uncertain Future | Arianna's Story

Upon discovering she is a carrier for the BRCA gene, one woman discusses her choice to freeze her eggs before undergoing preventative surgery.

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Navigating IVF While Battling Alper's Disease | Anna's Story

After losing their infant son to Alper's Disease, Anna and her husband seek genetic counseling and IVF treatment to help protect their future...

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Embracing a Surprise Pregnancy After Infertility | Mayra's Story

After years of living with undiagnosed PCOS, Mayra conceived two sons through IUI treatment. She then discovered she was pregnant again - naturally!

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A Day in the Life of an Embryologist: Behind the Scenes of IVF

Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes in an IVF lab? Embryologist Erin shares a typical day in the lab and answers common questions about...

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