Being on hormonal contraception (HC) for many years will make you infertile.  FALSE: We have a significant amount of evidence at this point to refute this idea. A 2018 meta-analysis that examined 22 studies on over 14,000 women found that contraceptive use, regardless of duration and type, had no negative impact on future fertility (1). […]

This blog post is for all women who are thinking about becoming an egg donor and all intended parents using an egg donor. Since my journey through egg donation and in my career as a donor coordinator, I have noticed a gap that needs to be filled: the lack of education surrounding the ovarian stimulation […]

Fertility treatment builds families.  However, sadly many patients assume that they will be unable to afford the treatment they need.  Today we will focus on ways to break the perceived financial barriers that prevent patients from accessing care.    Here’s how to approach the finances of your fertility:    Fertility Benefits: Over the last decade, […]

As an egg donor agency, we see many young women interested in becoming donors who carry the diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS can impact your fertility, so egg donors who are found to have this diagnosis should be informed and educated about it. In this post we will address the diagnosis and fertility […]

Whether you’re becoming a parent using donor eggs or becoming an egg donor, it is important to decide whether “de-identified,” previously known as “anonymous donation” or “known donation,” is right for you. Deciding which option you are most comfortable with should be done prior to either choosing a donor or being matched as a donor […]

When women and men start to think about family-building, they are rarely planning to visit a fertility clinic. It is not uncommon to have a few questions for your OB/GYN or primary care provider, but most people think that their need for answers will stop there. As a result, it is overwhelming and confusing for […]

There are many things to think about when starting an IVF cycle. For example, how long will I do injections for? What do I need to do to mentally prepare? What will my treatment plan look like? As a clinical coordinator, I am here to help answer these questions and give you a brief breakdown […]

The decision to use egg donation to start a family is an important one in your journey to parenthood. Choosing an egg donor can seem daunting at first, but the process can be made easier than you think! Although it is not possible to recreate yourself in an egg donor, it is important to decide on some […]

Have you considered in vitro fertilization (IVF) only to be put off because of the process and the cost?  So have many others.  Let me introduce INVOcell where less is more!  INVOcell incorporates less intervention and less medication to produce fewer eggs and embryos at a lower cost to you the patient!   INVOcell is a device designed to […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus. But what do you do if […]