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 […]
Clinic Selection — Experience with 40+
Key Takeaways The clinic you choose impacts 70%+ of your journey’s success, cost, and timeline. Evaluating clinics requires more than just “success rates”—you must also consider lab quality, communication, transparency, and medical philosophy. Some clinics work incredibly well for donor-egg cycles but struggle with low-AMH patients. The best clinic is not always the most famous […]
Real‑World Scenarios — Case Studies by Budget
A side-by-side look at how different budgets change what’s possible in fertility care and family-building. It shows how upstream choices—clinic selection, insurance use, medication sourcing, financing, donor/surrogacy planning—directly affect downstream results, cash-flow, and emotional stress. You’ll see how families adapt within budgets ranging from lean, moderate, to expansive, and what trade-offs consistently matter most. Who […]
PGT‑A — Pros, Cons, and Timing Over 40
Key Takeaways PGT-A becomes more useful after age 40 due to higher aneuploidy rates. It can reduce miscarriage and shorten time-to-pregnancy in selected patients. It does not increase the number of embryos—it only tests what you already have. Timing matters: the test is most strategic when you have multiple embryos or limited time. It has […]
Case Studies — Realistic Paths to Parenthood
Key Takeaways Real case studies show what actually affects budgets, timelines, and outcomes. Most delays happen due to mismatched expectations—medical, legal, or emotional. Smooth journeys typically involve early decision-making and strong communication. Understanding red flags in advance can prevent thousands of dollars in unnecessary expenses. No two journeys look the same—but the successful ones share […]
Processing a Negative Cycle — Next‑Step Clarity
Key Takeaways A negative cycle does not define long-term success — it signals what needs review. Emotional processing is critical before making any medical or financial decisions. Structured debriefs with your doctor can reveal clear next steps. Small adjustments (protocol tweaks, lab changes, timing shifts) often lead to major improvements. Support systems — counselors, partners, […]
