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What to Expect when Meeting with a Genetic Counsellor
Genetics plays a vital role in the health of our future children, but it is not uncommon for this to get overlooked by healthcare professionals who do not specialize in genetics. On this Genetic Counsellor Awareness Day, I am excited to share some of the many ways...
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness – How to Cope with Miscarriage
In the unfortunate event that someone endures a miscarriage, everything feels like it stops; your plans and excitement may turn to fear, worry, and sadness. It is very important to know how to manage and navigate this unexpected detour in your journey to parenthood. ...
Questions to Ask your Fertility Specialist
Many patients say that their fertility journeys differ greatly depending on their clinic and fertility specialist; therefore, it is always best to speak to your fertility specialist and ask any questions that come to mind before you choose to begin treatment. This...
The Importance of Mental Health during Your Fertility Journey
Undergoing fertility care, regardless of the reasons why, can be stressful, depressing, and frustrating for everybody involved. The long wait times, the undesirable test results, the numerous failures, and the cost-heavy procedures; all add up over time and can become...
Give Yourself a Break
Here is a little piece of advice: Always make sure you have enough left in your tank to get across the line. Sometimes all the appointments, tasks, feeling of anxiety and overwhelm are too much to bear when on your fertility journey and your body and brain screams...
Interview with Katie and Kate
Katie and I met in Toronto, on a complete whim, in 2009. I was trying to find a pen, and after finding a pen that actually worked, I ended up with Katie’s number. Best thing I have ever written on a piece of paper! I called her and, shortly after, we started our life...
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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.
