Positivity Was My Secret Weapon Against PCOS and Infertility
When my biological clock started ticking, I had no idea how many challenges I would face
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True or False: Endometriosis
Take our quiz to see how much you know about endometriosis stages and other facts about this common health condition
FAQs: What You Need to Know About Endometriosis
It can take years for women to get diagnosed. Learn about the condition to get the help you need.
Infertility Treatment Options
If you’re dealing with fertility issues, here are the treatments that may be available to you
Even When IVF Is Covered by Insurance, High Bills and Hassles Abound
Only 15 states require insurance to cover fertility treatments
The Unicorn in the Room: My Infertility Journey Led to an Unexpected Discovery
Fertility testing revealed that I have a rare condition that makes becoming and staying pregnant difficult
Infertility Isn’t Just a Physical Journey — It’s an Emotional One, Too
Struggling with infertility can have a lasting effect on your mental health, whether your journey ends in a baby or not
Our Gestational Carrier Brought Us the Joy of Parenthood — and Friendship
When Kathleen carried our baby, she became a part of our family, too
Sex, Fertility and Breast Cancer
Breast cancer doesn't have to mean an end to your sex life or your plans to have a family
Endometriosis Made My Pregnancy High Risk
I didn't realize that getting and staying pregnant would prove the most frightening experience of my life
Infertility Killed My Sex Life
On those precious days when I was ovulating, our connection felt impossible. We were now lab partners, and our once-carefree sex life became a chore.
Infertility Leaves a Mark on Body and Soul
Infertility and, ultimately, pregnancy take a toll on body and soul. Katie O'Connor, founder of Shine, a website to inspire fertility empowerment, shares her story.
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What I Learned About Infertility While Trying to Conceive Our Second
For me, the knowledge that there were so many things that could be preventing me from getting pregnant was actually comforting: because there was much that had to line up precisely, there were a lot of avenues to try and solutions to tweak until we found what worked for us specifically.
States Act To Safeguard Young Cancer Patients' Chances To Have Children
Some states are requiring insurance to pay for preserving eggs and sperm for young patients undergoing cancer chemotherapy so they have opportunities to have children later.
The Truth About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is considered the most common cause of female infertility. But, with proper diagnosis and treatment, many women with PCOS are able to achieve a healthy pregnancy.
Infertility, NOT Fertility Drugs, Linked to Raised Risk of Ovarian Cancer
Fertility drugs do not increase a woman's risk of ovarian cancer, a new study suggests.
Conception Tougher for Couples When Male Partner Is Depressed
Depression in the man may reduce the chances that a couple struggling with infertility will ultimately conceive.
Low Sperm Count May Signal Serious Health Risks for Men
A low sperm count may do more than affect a man's ability to have children. It also may be linked to a number of health problems, new research suggests.
Can Diet Boost IVF Success?
A small study suggests the so-called Mediterranean diet boost success of infertility treatment involving in vitro fertilization.
With IVF, Are Fresh or Frozen Embryos Better?
The chances of having a baby after in vitro fertilization (IVF) are similar for most women whether frozen or fresh embryos are used, a new study finds.
Having Too Little of This Nutrient Could Harm a Woman's Fertility
Nearly half of U.S. women have at least a mild deficiency in the nutrient iodine, and new research suggests it could impair their fertility.
Low Thyroid Levels May Affect a Woman's Fertility
Having even a slightly underactive thyroid may interfere with a woman's ability to get pregnant, a new Harvard Medical School study has found.
Why Am I Not Getting Pregnant?
If you are having trouble getting pregnant, find out some common and often treatable reasons why you may be having difficulty conceiving.
