Genetic Counseling — Setting Expectations
Genetic counseling is a structured conversation with a genetics professional who helps you understand: What your test results mean (and do not mean) How results affect reproductive options Which next steps matter most for your goals What is optional and what is essential Where genetic risk is real vs where it’s theoretical How choices upstream—like […]
Insurance Coverage — Reading Policies Without Spin
Insurance Coverage — Reading Policies Without Spin means learning to interpret the policy as written—not how HR emails, clinics, or insurers describe it. it helps you understand: What is “eligible,” “covered,” “excluded,” or “subject to prior authorization” How IVF, donor services, or surrogacy coverage is actually defined What maternity coverage applies to surrogates and what […]
Endometrial Microbiome Testing (EMMA/ALICE) — Dual Guide
Key Takeaways EMMA and ALICE tests analyze the uterine environment, not the embryo. They help identify microbiome imbalances and hidden infections. Results guide targeted treatment before embryo transfer. Intended parents and surrogates both benefit from improved implantation confidence. These tests are especially valuable after repeated IVF failures. Successful implantation depends on more than embryo quality—it […]
Hospital Plans — Delivery, NICU, and Discharge Documents
A “hospital plan” is a written, signed, state-compliant packet outlining what happens at the hospital before, during, and after delivery. It synchronizes the gestational carrier, intended parents, OB team, NICU staff, social work, and legal counsel. It defines: Who is allowed in the delivery room Who receives the baby immediately after birth Who can make […]
Failed Match Scenarios — What Happens Next
A failed match occurs when an intended parent’s initial donor or embryo pathway does not proceed as planned. This may be due to medical results, donor availability, lab performance, or mismatched expectations. In plain English: it’s when the original plan no longer works, and a new decision is required. Understanding this moment is critical, because […]
Breast Cancer and Hormone‑Sensitive Tumors — Protocol Adjustments
Key Takeaways Estrogen levels must be carefully controlled in women with hormone-sensitive breast cancer during IVF. Modified stimulation protocols—especially Letrozole-based or antagonist protocols—allow safe ovarian stimulation with minimal hormonal risk. Timing matters: fertility treatment must align with oncology clearance and long-term treatment plans (tamoxifen, immunotherapy, HER2-targeted therapies). Egg or embryo freezing before treatment is ideal, […]
Building a Fertility & Surrogacy Budget — Line Items That Matter
Building a Fertility & Surrogacy Budget — Line Items That Matter means understanding the actual drivers of total cost: medical steps, legal requirements, insurance gaps, agency fees, escrow timing, travel, and unexpected events.In plain English, it’s a roadmap that shows: Where each rupee/dollar goes What’s mandatory vs optional What timing to expect Which choices meaningfully […]
Fertility Clinics Near Me — New York City (NY)
Key Takeaways New York City hosts some of the nation’s most advanced, accredited fertility clinics with diverse treatment options. Success depends on clinic expertise, technology, personalized protocols, and transparent outcome reporting—not just location. Patients should compare success rates, laboratory quality, and patient experience before choosing a clinic. This guide highlights what to look for, how […]
Timeline Planning — 6‑, 12‑, and 18‑Month Maps
Key Takeaways A 6-month plan suits individuals ready for immediate treatment or those with urgent reproductive timelines. A 12-month plan gives room for evaluations, multiple cycles, recovery time, and financial structuring. An 18-month plan supports international surrogacy, donor coordination, or medically complex journeys. Clear timelines reduce stress, limit unexpected costs, and improve decision-making. Flexibility is […]
FET Window Planner — Aligning Progesterone and Transfer
Key Takeaways Successful FET depends heavily on the correct number of hours of progesterone exposure before transfer. Even a shift of a few hours can alter the endometrial receptivity window. Personalized timing—based on labs, cycle pattern, and embryo stage—improves outcomes. Surrogates benefit from structured planning tools, consistent communication, and hormonal monitoring. A well-aligned FET window […]
