Insurance and Prior Authorizations — Moving Fast
Key Takeaways Prior authorization delays are predictable—and avoidable—with the right prep. Coverage rules differ widely between carriers, employers, and states. The fastest approvals come from complete documentation, correct codes, and proactive communication. Missing notes, unclear diagnosis codes, and benefit misunderstandings create the biggest holdups. Partnering with clinics and insurance teams early drastically shortens your timeline. […]
Legal & Consent — Decision‑Makers and Documentation
Key Takeaways Legal documents for fertility preservation must be completed before treatment begins. Patients must specify what happens to eggs, sperm, embryos, and tissues under all future conditions. Minors and incapacitated adults require special consent processes involving guardians, ethics boards, or court approval. Partner consent is required only for embryos, not eggs or sperm. Clear […]
Pharmacy Logistics — Avoiding Last‑Minute Issues
This article explains pharmacy logistics — avoiding last-minute issues within the Egg Freezing & Fertility Preservation pathway. The goal is to help you understand the practical steps that influence outcomes, budgets, and timelines—so you can move through your cycle with clarity instead of stress. What It Is Pharmacy Logistics — Avoiding Last-Minute Issues in plain […]
Lupus and Pregnancy — Coordination with Rheumatology
Key Takeaways Lupus (SLE) can increase risks for miscarriage, preterm birth, preeclampsia, and pregnancy complications. Coordinated care with a rheumatologist and reproductive endocrinologist is critical. Proper medication management before and during pregnancy improves outcomes. Monitoring of antibodies, inflammation markers, and organ function ensures maternal and fetal safety. Surrogates with lupus must be carefully screened; many […]
Medical Therapy — Clomiphene, Enclomiphene, hCG
When sperm counts or testosterone levels are low, medical therapy can sometimes “re-start” the body’s natural hormone signaling instead of replacing it.Unlike external testosterone, which suppresses sperm production, these medications work from the brain outward — stimulating the testicles to produce both testosterone and sperm. In plain English:Clomiphene, Enclomiphene, and hCG turn the body’s own […]
Managing Diminished Ovarian Reserve — Practical Steps
Key Takeaways DOR affects egg quantity, not necessarily egg quality. Many women with low AMH still conceive. Protocol personalisation matters more than AMH values alone. Improving egg quality takes 8–12 weeks of consistent steps. Banking embryos across multiple cycles is often the most strategic path. Surrogacy may be a future option, but not the first […]
Hormone Testing — FSH, LH, Testosterone, Prolactin
Hormones control how the testes produce sperm and testosterone.When male infertility is suspected, checking a few key hormones — FSH, LH, Testosterone, and Prolactin — helps identify whether the problem is due to sperm production, hormonal imbalance, or blockage. In plain English:Hormone tests show whether the “command center” (brain and pituitary) and the “factory” (testes) […]
Travel and Scheduling — Reducing Friction
Key Takeaways Travel and scheduling are two of the biggest sources of stress and delays in surrogacy. Early planning reduces cost overruns, appointment conflicts, and legal complications. Coordinating between clinics, carriers, attorneys, and agencies avoids bottlenecks. Small process improvements — like shared calendars and pre-booked windows — save time and money. Successful journeys balance flexibility […]
Glossary — Common Financial and Insurance Terms
Glossary — Common Financial and Insurance Terms in a simplified reference for decoding the language behind coverage, billing, financing, and clinic estimates. It explains where each term fits in your journey, how it shapes cost and timing, and why being precise with language prevents major downstream problems. Who It Helps This resource is a strong […]
Thin Lining Toolkit — Options That Help
Key Takeaways Thin uterine lining (<7mm) significantly reduces implantation chances, but many evidence-backed interventions exist. Timing, estrogen strategy, blood flow, and inflammation management matter more than individual supplements. PRP, G-CSF, and extended estrogen protocols help some patients, but results vary. Many thin lining cases are protocol-related, not patient-related. Surrogacy journeys may bypass thin-lining challenges but […]
