Mock Transfer & Trial Cycle Policies
This article explains mock transfer & trial cycle policies within the Clinic Selection & Success Rates pathway. It focuses on choices that genuinely influence outcomes, budgets, and timelines—so you can move forward with confidence and fewer surprises. What It Is Mock Transfer & Trial Cycle Policies in plain English: understanding how practice runs (either a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction — Diagnosis & Treatment
Ejaculatory duct obstruction (EDO) occurs when one or both ducts that carry semen from the seminal vesicles and vas deferens into the urethra become blocked.This blockage prevents semen and sperm from being released during ejaculation, leading to low semen volume or azoospermia (no sperm in semen). In plain English:The sperm are being produced normally in […]
When to Self‑Pay — Decision Framework
Self-pay means you choose to pay directly for certain services instead of running them through insurance, usually because: It’s cheaper It’s faster It avoids restrictions It provides more control over cycle timing, labs, or clinic options Where it fits: IVF, ICSI, FET Medications Monitoring ultrasounds Labs (AMH, infectious disease testing, PGT prep) Donor cycles or […]
Negotiating with Providers — Scripts and Timing
Line-item discipline means knowing every individual charge before it appears, verifying it with your clinic, insurer, and pharmacy—and confirming what triggers billing at each step. Where it fits: IVF, ICSI, PGT, donor cycles, surrogacy, FET Medication-heavy protocols Out-of-network clinics or multiple clinics Pre-authorizations, deductible resets, or employer benefits navigation What it changes: Reduces unexpected charges […]
