There’s a light that shines in the darkness. There’s a destiny waiting at the end of the road. There’s meaning in the middle of this emptiness. There’s a reason you’ve been asked to carry this heavy load.” -Justin Farley Inspired by #NAIW, this month we are focused on breaking the stigma associated with infertility. By …
Infertility is not a group we wanted to join and “infertility warrior” is not a badge we chose to wear. The truth is that infertility is an emotionally and physically painful and unfair condition that affects men and women of all ethnicities, ages, cultures, religions, and incomes. No infertility journey looks the same; each person …
Hopeful parents: Whether you are currently undergoing IVF, surrogacy, adoption, or simply contemplating your next step forward, you deserve a breather. Any infertility journey is rough, and it can feel like no one in your life really “gets it.” But trust us when we say it’s OK to feel all of the feelings; the happy, …
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Endometriosis, or endo, is a common health condition in women where certain tissues grow outside of the uterus, causing pain and, often, infertility. Endo affects more than 11% of American women between 15 and 44, though it is most common for women in their 30s and 40s. Though this health condition is debilitating, several treatment …
Four times per year the Gift of Parenthood organization and its partners provide fertility grants to carefully selected hopeful parents across the US. The chosen applicants then receive financial assistance towards their fertility treatments of choice. As a non-profit organization, our grant cycles would not be possible without our valued partners, many of whom are …
Infertility has historically been taboo, with women bearing the brunt of the blame for their perceived “shortcomings.” In the past, little was known about the causes of infertility, though the stigma and shame were rampant. In the Middle Ages, people believed that infertility was God’s punishment for sinful ways, with a slight improvement in knowledge …
During a normal menstrual cycle, eggs develop and are released into the fallopian tubes. In women with Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the correct hormones are not present for ovulation, leading to cysts in the ovaries. PCOS affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age. PCOS is also a common and treatable cause of infertility. What Is …
Infertility is a common condition that affects a staggering number of men and women each year. Medicine has come a long way in diagnosing and treating infertility with IUI, IVF, egg and sperm donation, egg freezing, and surrogacy, all providing viable paths to conception. Though medical treatments are available, they are not guaranteed to result …
There are a lot of myths floating around about how to increase fertility. There are fertility teas, exotic herbs, questionable supplements, and strict diets that supposedly boost fertility the “natural way.” Most of these solutions are bogus, but the good news is, there ARE many things you can do to increase fertility naturally. In addition …
Environmental Impact On Fertility Though numerous health conditions contribute to infertility, such as PCOS, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and thyroid disease, the scientific community has become increasingly invested in research that uncovers the impact of environmental conditions on conception. It’s well accepted that certain hazardous chemicals, environmental pollutants, and radiation contribute to or cause infertility. These …