Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month is set aside each October to commemorate pregnancy loss, infant mortality, miscarriage, and newborn death, including stillbirths and infants who died of SIDS. By holding a national month of remembrance, we recognize the grief that so many couples and individuals have experienced, including those who struggle with their grief in … [Read more...] about Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
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When Should I Start to Be Concerned about Fertility?
At what age should I start to be concerned about fertility? A woman should certainly begin to have concerns and plan for her fertility no later than her 30’s, but fertility awareness should begin earlier. This is not to say that women necessarily need to take action in their 20’s to preserve their fertility, however egg freezing may be on option. Fertility awareness … [Read more...] about When Should I Start to Be Concerned about Fertility?
What to Expect on Embryo Transfer Day
You have arrived! You’re past the days of injectable fertility medications and egg retrieval. Now, it’s time to plan for the long-awaited embryo transfer day. The good news is that embryo transfer is easy-breezy. That said, the excitement can be somewhat mixed with anxiety because embryo transfer day is also the beginning of the infamous two-week wait (TWW). Embryo … [Read more...] about What to Expect on Embryo Transfer Day
We’re Celebrating Pride Month in Boston
Pride Month is a special time for the physicians, staff, and patients here at Fertility Solutions. As one of the Boston area’s premier fertility centers, we dedicate much of our time to helping LGBTQ+ patients make their family-building dreams come true using ART. We believe in equal access for everyone when creating a family. Any person willing to create a loving home … [Read more...] about We’re Celebrating Pride Month in Boston
Updated COVID-19 Information for Patients
2022 Covid Updates Effective Monday January 3rd, 2022, out of an abundance of caution, we will be discontinuing visitors for all appointments. This includes IUI’s, Transfers and OB visits. While we are aware this will be unpopular with patients it is felt to be in the best interest of staff in these continued uncertain times. We continue to offer full services and in … [Read more...] about Updated COVID-19 Information for Patients
Taking Care of Your Emotional Health
Just like your physical health, your emotional health plays an important role in your life, in fact, the two are linked. If you suffer from many physical ailments, you are at a high risk for depression, and if you are depressed or overly stressed, you are more likely to suffer from physical ailments such as high blood pressure, insomnia and a weakened immune system. There … [Read more...] about Taking Care of Your Emotional Health
Fertility Solutions Sponsors RNE’s Footsteps for Family Building
We are thrilled to be back in person (or virtual, if you choose) at Resolve New England's Footsteps for Family Building walk! Since 1974, Resolve New England (RNE) has been at the forefront of fertility and family building support, education, and advocacy in New England. Footsteps for Family Building, RNE's fundraising walk provides hope … [Read more...] about Fertility Solutions Sponsors RNE’s Footsteps for Family Building
Folic Acid: Key to a Healthy Baby
Folic acid is one of the reasons why healthcare providers recommend taking a prenatal vitamin when you’re trying to conceive. Taking 400 micrograms of folic acid (or folate - part of the B-vitamin family) before getting pregnant can prevent some of the most common neural tube defects. The Importance of Folate (Folic Acid) Before & During Pregnancy Folate is … [Read more...] about Folic Acid: Key to a Healthy Baby
Food for Thought: Tips for Conception
Keeping to a healthy diet can be incredibly stressful and hard to achieve, which is completely understandable. But when you are trying to conceive, your diet is a really important part of the puzzle. It’s pretty common knowledge that you should adhere to the food “pyramid”, and eat plenty of greens every day, but in practice that can be difficult. Dealing with busy … [Read more...] about Food for Thought: Tips for Conception
Supporting a Friend Struggling With Infertility
Infertility is a heavily present issue in our society, but is one that is rarely talked about. Even though statistically one in eight couples struggle with infertility, people who are outside the fertility community tend to have issues understanding and supporting those who struggle with infertility. While it is important to be supportive, gentle and open with the … [Read more...] about Supporting a Friend Struggling With Infertility