Infertility Depression The word ‘infertility,’ often brings to mind doctor’s appointments, medications, ovulation cycles, and financial burden. While it is often not discussed, the mental toll of dealing with infertility can be equally as great, and infertility depression is just one way that can present. According to the Mental Health Professional Group of the American Society…
Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) is a way for people planning to have children through IVF (in vitro fertilization) to know if their embryos are at risk of a genetic condition prior to implantation for pregnancy. Types of PGT testing There are three types of PGT, named for the type of genetic issue at hand: preimplantation…
With age the fertility window and odds of natural pregnancy decline. Egg freezing is an option that many women seek out in a fertility clinic. However, high egg freezing prices are often a barrier to fertility preservation through egg freezing. How Much Does Freezing Eggs Cost? The egg freezing process itself can cost up to…
Before anything else, here’s a bit of knowledge about female eggs. Immature eggs are called oocytes, which rest in follicles in the ovaries until they start maturing. Follicles are fluid-filled sacs containing an immature egg. Oocytes will then grow to become an ootid, further developing to an ovum (the plural word is ova), or a…
Learning how to take charge of your fertility is an important part of your healthcare. There are a few key things that most doctors would recommend that you pay special attention to. Taking charge of your fertility can be both empowering and important if having children in the future is important to you. Here are…
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects many women of reproductive age. One of the most common concerns for women with PCOS is their ability to conceive and carry a healthy pregnancy. While it is possible for women with PCOS to get pregnant, it may take longer and require more effort than…