Fertility Factors

Endometriosis is a chronic disease that can cause many uncomfortable and painful symptoms. There’s also a link between endometriosis and infertility. Learn about what endometriosis is and how endometriosis can cause infertility in our guide below. What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis occurs when tissue – like the uterus lining – grows outside the uterus. This inflammation…

Dealing with infertility can take a toll on your body, mind and relationships. Infertility stress is both real and individual, so it’s important to identify coping strategies that work for you. To help out, we’ve put together ideas to create relaxing and supportive moments as you deal with infertility.  The Impact of Self-Care Treating yourself…

The holiday season can be the most wonderful time of the year. But if you’re dealing with infertility during the holidays, it may be challenging to celebrate. Our tips will help provide emotional support for infertility as you navigate events, family interactions and more. Plan Ahead Traditional holiday gatherings with young families can serve as…

Infertility treatments commonly focus on achieving pregnancy as soon as possible. In some cases, treatment is designed to prepare for a future pregnancy using fertility preservation methods. Fertility preservation  has been common for cancer patients for years, however other patients with certain medical diagnoses, older maternal age, or who choose to put off conception for…

Clean eating and a balanced diet provide nutrients that contribute to a healthy pregnancy. As you’re trying to conceive, vitamins can supplement these nutrients. This helps account for deficiencies that can potentially cause fertility issues. Research is still forming around the specific role of vitamins for fertility, but experts agree that incorporating vitamins into your…

Discussions about infertility can be stressful—even with your OB/GYN. Your doctor is a critical partner on your path to starting a family, so it’s important to thoughtfully prepare for each OB/GYN appointment. Know what topics you’d like to cover and write down your questions in advance. These questions to ask your OB/GYN about infertility are…

The ability to become pregnant and maintain a healthy pregnancy depends on a complex set of factors that affect fertility. About 10-18% of couples have challenges getting pregnant or having a successful delivery, so it’s important to understand the internal and external factors that affect fertility when you’re trying to conceive. Age The number one…