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The Importance of Egg Preservation and Fertility Education
Egg freezing (Oocyte cryopreservation) is a safe and well-established procedure to help ensure that your reproductive options remain open. Oocyte cryopreservation involves the extraction and freezing of a female's eggs, to preserve their viability for future use. This...
The Fertility Magic Wand
I would wave it around and tap it on my belly and everyone else’s belly and poof there it would be a perfect grade AA embryo, implanted beautifully in a 10mm uterus lining and nine months later a baby in our arms. A girl can dream right!? But the truth...
Pregnancy and Infant Loss: Moving Through the Grief
“Let everything happen to you: beauty and terror. Just keep going. No feeling is final.” ~ Rainer Maria Rilke I love this quote for 2 reasons. The first is because it reflects what I tell all my patients: allow yourself to feel all your emotions, good and bad....
Application Submission Checklist
Want to maximize your chances of receiving a fertility grant? Here are some TIPS to help you during the grant application process: Complete the Application Form by the deadline provided. Unfortunately, we will not accept any late application submissions or supporting...
PCOS: the medical reasoning behind one of the most common causes of infertility
PCOS is not a “one size shoe fits all” diagnosis, and managing symptoms is different for each individual. Epidemiology: PCOS (or Polycystic ovary syndrome) is one of the most common endocrinological and reproductive disorder in women, affecting up to 10% overall....
Step-by-Step Guide to IVF
When someone begins to research their upcoming IVF journey, it may be confusing as to what a potential timeline may look like. Here is a guideline for what to expect. Consultation with your Fertility Specialist The first step is to have a consultation scheduled...
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Grant Application
Grants are open to individuals or couples who hope to build their family through assisted reproduction. Our committee takes financial hardship seriously and consideration will be given to each grant recipient.
