In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a laboratory procedure during which eggs are fertilized outside of the womb by sperm. From 1987 to 2015, one million babies were born in the U.S. from IVF or other assisted reproductive technologies (ART). There are many reasons why IVF has risen in popularity as a go-to fertility care service, some of which include declining … [Read more...] about How IVF Became a Leading Fertility Service
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Five Questions About IVF Treatment Answered
If you’re considering in vitro fertilization (IVF) to build your family, you probably have a lot of questions. To help you navigate this journey with as little confusion and stress as possible, we address five common questions below. 1. How does IVF work?If you choose to undergo IVF treatment, you’ll begin by taking medications to stimulate egg production. Eggs are … [Read more...] about Five Questions About IVF Treatment Answered
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
How to Support Your Partner During Fertility Treatment
Undergoing fertility treatment can be stressful. You’re committing your time and finances to something you really want — building your family — but you may not be sure how things will turn out. On the bright side, fertility treatments are more successful than ever before. In fact, our IVF success rates are as high as 50%, and our frozen embryo transfer success … [Read more...] about How to Support Your Partner During Fertility Treatment
Why Does the IVF Lab “shut down” for a Week in December?
By Michael Lee, MS, TS, ELD Many patients find it inconvenient to delay a cycle due to the IVF lab closing in December, and we wanted to offer an explanation for why this process is needed. IVF laboratory instrumentsThe IVF lab consists of numerous highly sophisticated instruments. These include 11 very critical benchtop incubators, warmers, heated … [Read more...] about Why Does the IVF Lab “shut down” for a Week in December?
What Does It Mean to Have Unexplained Infertility?
Infertility treatment can be frustrating, sometimes intensely so. Patients will wonder how long it will take to receive test results, why a treatment failed, why one test is needed over another, are they taking advantage of all available financial resources, and is a particular treatment plan really the best plan for them. These are all valid, perfectly understandable … [Read more...] about What Does It Mean to Have Unexplained Infertility?
Avoiding Fertility Treatment? Five Reasons to Take Control of Assisted Family Planning
It’s tempting to ignore a suspected medical problem – some of us even wait for symptoms to build up and get worse over time. From little annoyances to bigger issues that could change our lives, ignoring a potential health problem is something we so often regret – but only after putting off going to the doctor. One significant concern that is so often ignored, put off or … [Read more...] about Avoiding Fertility Treatment? Five Reasons to Take Control of Assisted Family Planning
What Else Can Fertility Clinics Do Outside of IVF?
Fertility Solutions is proud to offer patients a full spectrum of infertility care, ranging from diagnostic testing through many treatment options customized to each patient’s particular needs. Comprehensive fertility care doesn’t begin and end with in vitro fertilization (IVF) for everyone. In fact, there are many different treatments designed to help meet the … [Read more...] about What Else Can Fertility Clinics Do Outside of IVF?
Free Fertility Seminar Re-cap: May 18th with Dr. Ania Kowalik
What a great turnout! Thank you to all who attended our May 18th free fertility education seminar in Dedham, MA hosted by Dr. Ania Kowalik. The comradery and communication between all present was educational as well as supportive. Our discussion during the May 18th seminar mainly focused on the steps patients need to take in order to decide which course of fertility … [Read more...] about Free Fertility Seminar Re-cap: May 18th with Dr. Ania Kowalik
Free Fertility Seminar Re-cap: March 31st with Dr. Carol Anania
What a great turnout! Thank you to all who attended our March 31st free fertility education seminar in Dedham, MA hosted by Dr. Carol Anania. The attendance was fantastic and many fertility topics were reviewed. At the completion of our Dedham seminar, we offered a tour of our facility and all that makes Fertility Solutions the patient’s choice for all fertility … [Read more...] about Free Fertility Seminar Re-cap: March 31st with Dr. Carol Anania