Happy Pride Month! This June, we’re celebrating the evolution of family building in the LGBTQ community across the United States. The past 10 years have seen rapid growth for LGBTQ families, with states beginning to pass same-sex marriage legislation, culminating in the 2015 Supreme Court ruling that legalized marriage equality nationwide. … [Read more...] about How LGBTQ Family Building Has Evolved in the Past Decade
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Should Men Be Concerned About Age and Fertility?
Older parenthood is on the rise in America. Men and women alike are spending more time pursuing their careers, and couples are getting married later and waiting longer to have children. While the complications for older mothers are well documented and widely known, risks associated with older fathers are much less well understood. While women’s biological … [Read more...] about Should Men Be Concerned About Age and Fertility?
Five Things Egg Donors Need to Know About the Donation Process
If you’re considering donating your eggs to help an individual or couple build their family, you probably have a lot of questions. To ensure a stress-free experience, keep in mind these five important points: 1. You will undergo various screenings prior to determine whether you can be a donor.Serving as an egg donor is an involved process, and you … [Read more...] about Five Things Egg Donors Need to Know About the Donation Process
InfertilityUncovered: National Infertility Awareness Week 2019
National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW), April 21-27, aims to raise awareness of infertility in order to remove the various stigmas and misconceptions surrounding it. This year’s theme, #InfertilityUncovered, is designed to raise awareness of the lack of resources available for millions of men and women across the U.S. hoping to build a family. These resources include … [Read more...] about InfertilityUncovered: National Infertility Awareness Week 2019
Fertility Solutions Named as LIVESTRONG Fertility Program Partner
Fertility Solutions has been selected as a LIVESTRONG Fertility program partner. Joining the nearly 600 centers across 48 states that offer discounted services to cancer survivors through this program, Fertility Solutions will add to the $17 million dollars that LIVESTRONG Fertility has already saved cancer survivors in fertility preservation expenses since … [Read more...] about Fertility Solutions Named as LIVESTRONG Fertility Program Partner
Employee Recognition Series: Meaghan Devlin, PACU Nurse and Egg Donor Coordinator
“Meaghan is a wonderful nurse, who has a dual role at Fertility Solutions, in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit and as the Fairfax Donor Egg Coordinator. Meaghan is warm and caring and dedicated to her patient care. We and our patients are lucky to have her.” - Fertility Solutions Management Meaghan had a different journey towards fulfilling her passion to be a nurse. In … [Read more...] about Employee Recognition Series: Meaghan Devlin, PACU Nurse and Egg Donor Coordinator
Fertility Solutions for LGBTQ Families
Today, LGBTQ couples have a range of services available for family planning. As more clinics offer fertility solutions specifically catering to LGBTQ couples, many same-sex couples are exploring their options and considering possibilities. When looking for a fertility clinic, in particular, couples should seek out a practice that explicitly states it works with all types … [Read more...] about Fertility Solutions for LGBTQ Families
How to Help Friends and Family Struggling with Fertility Issues
When someone you care for is going through something you haven’t experienced, you may feel at a loss as to how to best support him or her. The good news is that if you’re struggling, it means you’re probably a compassionate, thoughtful person. The downside is that not everyone knows the right thing to do or say in difficult emotional situations. No one wants to … [Read more...] about How to Help Friends and Family Struggling with Fertility Issues
Three Ways to Stay Optimistic During Fertility Treatment
As anyone who has undergone fertility treatment knows, the journey to parenthood has the potential to be daunting. There’s a lot on your mind (and on your schedule), and staying optimistic can feel like its own challenge – when you’re already feeling rather challenged. This is why it is so important to take a proactive approach to remain optimistic during … [Read more...] about Three Ways to Stay Optimistic During Fertility Treatment
Five Myths That Can Harm Your Chances of Getting Pregnant
A surprising amount of the information we take in comes from sources that might not be as reputable as we’d like, particularly in the age of social media. It’s not uncommon for fertility patients to come across social media posts and articles about getting pregnant, including specific ways to help women get pregnant. In some cases, this information comes from authoritative, … [Read more...] about Five Myths That Can Harm Your Chances of Getting Pregnant