Storage & Transport — Moving Eggs Safely
This article explains Storage & Transport — Moving Eggs Safely within the Egg Freezing & Fertility Preservation pathway. It focuses on the practical decisions that influence outcomes, budgets, and timelines—so you can move forward with clarity and confidence. Egg storage and long-distance transport seem simple on the surface, but small choices can directly affect safety, […]
Insurance and Maternity Coverage — Reading Policies
Insurance and Maternity Coverage Surrogacy-related insurance includes: Maternity coverage for the gestational carrier (GC) Newborn insurance (intended parent or GC policy depending on state) Complication insurance (e.g., bed rest, disability, life insurance) IVF medication coverage (rarely covered for surrogacy) Specialty surrogacy policies when traditional plans exclude surrogacy Reading policies means understanding: What’s covered What’s excluded […]
Microfluidic Sperm Selection vs Density Gradient — Dual Guide
Key Takeaways Microfluidic sperm selection mimics natural sperm migration Density gradient is a long-standing, widely available IVF method Microfluidics may reduce sperm DNA fragmentation and oxidative stress Density gradient remains effective for many standard IVF cases The best method depends on male-factor diagnosis and IVF history Selecting the healthiest sperm is a critical step in […]
Thin Lining Toolkit — What Actually Helps
This article explains the thin lining toolkit — what actually helps within the IVF Protocols & Medications pathway. It focuses on the choices that truly influence outcomes, budgets, and timelines, so you can move forward with clarity instead of guesswork. What It Is Thin Lining Toolkit — What Actually Helps in plain English:A practical, evidence-based […]
Coping with the Two‑Week Wait — Tools That Help
Key Takeaways The two-week wait (TWW) is one of the most emotionally intense phases for intended parents. Managing uncertainty requires a mix of emotional, cognitive, and practical tools. Evidence-based techniques—like CBT reframing, structured routines, and mindful monitoring—reduce stress and promote resilience. Clear communication with your clinic and surrogate helps calm the “information gap.” Small lifestyle […]
Miscarriage Genetics — What to Test
Most miscarriages are not caused by something you did—they’re often due to genetic issues within the embryo. Understanding what to test (and what not to test) can save time, money, and emotional energy. This article focuses on tests and decisions that truly shift outcomes, budgets, and timelines, so you can move forward with clarity and […]
Fertility Clinics Near Me — Washington, DC & NoVA
Key Takeaways DC and NoVA offer a mix of high-tech, research-based fertility programs with excellent success rates. Clinics here cater strongly to diverse families, including LGBTQ+ and single parents by choice. Treatment costs are competitive compared to other major cities. Choosing the right clinic depends on service range, lab quality, doctor communication and personalized care. […]
When to Refer to a Registered Dietitian
Key Takeaways A registered dietitian (RD) can help optimize fertility, hormonal balance, and metabolic health. Referral is especially useful when managing complex conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, thyroid disorders, or IVF preparation. RDs provide personalized meal plans, supplementation guidance, and structured monitoring. Early referral can prevent nutrition deficiencies and improve treatment outcomes. Collaboration between healthcare providers […]
Special Case Expertise — RPL, Endometriosis, PCOS
This article explains special case expertise — RPL, endometriosis, and PCOS within the Clinic Selection & Success Rates pathway. It highlights why conditions with added biological complexity require clinics that specialize in nuance—not volume—to meaningfully change outcomes, budgets, and timelines, so you can move forward with confidence. What It Is Special Case Expertise — RPL, […]
Magnetic‑Activated Cell Sorting (MACS) for Sperm — Dual Guide
Key Takeaways MACS separates healthy sperm from those with DNA damage Particularly helpful for male-factor infertility and recurrent IVF failure Supports better embryo development and implantation Safe for embryos and gestational surrogates Often used alongside ICSI in advanced IVF cycles Advancements in IVF laboratory technology continue to improve outcomes for intended parents and gestational surrogates. […]
