November 3, 2023
Infertility Defined | The New Definition of Infertility
What Is The Definition of Infertility The American Society of Reproduction (ASRM) has redefined infertility to be inclusive of ...
February 10, 2022
Pregnancy and Chiropractic Care
Pregnancy and Chiropractic Care Can chiropractic care help during pregnancy? Dr. Jo Nell Shaw, a chiropractor and naturopathic doctor ...
February 10, 2022
Acupuncture and Pregnancy
Acupuncture and Pregnancy Sarah Thompson of Sacred Vessel Acupuncture and Functional Medicine specializes in fertility care ...
December 14, 2021
How To Eat For Pregnancy 101
What to Eat (and Not To Eat) During Your Surrogacy Journey with Pregnant and Hungry Whether you are just thinking about becoming a ...
November 11, 2021
How to Have a Successful Pregnancy After Tubal Ligation
If you’ve finished building your family, it’s common to take more permanent measures to prevent pregnancy. From having an IUD inserted ...
July 30, 2021
Surrogate Medical Requirements FAQs
We are honored whenever a woman chooses to talk with us about becoming a surrogate. And, we have many safeguards in place to help ensure ...
June 1, 2021
How to Take Letrozole for Fertility
As Dr. Eve Feinberg of Northwestern Fertility and Reproductive Medicine explains, one in eight couples who tries to conceive is ...
February 23, 2020
Clomid for Infertility: Pros and Cons
While in vitro fertilization (IVF) may be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of fertility treatment, there are several less ...
January 27, 2020
Smoking and Egg Donor Eligibility
As you research egg donation, you’ve no doubt encountered a list of eligibility requirements. If you currently smoke or have in the past, ...
January 13, 2020
Can I Have My Own Baby After Being a Surrogate?
As you learn more about helping intended parents build their families, you may be wondering how surrogacy could impact plans to grow your ...
January 6, 2020
IVF Medication: Tips, Tricks and What to Expect
Going through in vitro fertilization (IVF) can be overwhelming. Understanding the process, the medications, potential side effects, and ...
September 25, 2019
Interview with Dr. Serena Chen for PCOS Awareness Month
Interview with Dr. Serena Chen for PCOS Awareness Month September is PCOS Awareness Month. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is the ...
September 25, 2019
Miscarriage During a Surrogate Pregnancy
Did you know that approximately 10% of pregnancies end in miscarriage? Even if you have never experienced a miscarriage yourself, it’s ...
September 3, 2019
September is PCOS Awareness Month
PCOS Awareness Month is a federally designated month that aims to increase awareness around Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is one ...
August 14, 2019
Why is BMI an Important Requirement for Surrogates?
A term you’re likely to see come up as you take a deeper dive into requirements for surrogates is “BMI,” or “body mass index.” ...
July 23, 2019
When Should You Stop Trying IVF Treatments and Start Considering Surrogacy?
Let’s be honest– when most people envision starting their family, they don’t picture it involving in vitro fertilization (IVF). From ...
June 11, 2019
How Vitamin D Affects Fertility
Taking care of yourself and your health is so important when you’re starting a family. No matter what path to parenthood we take, making ...
March 6, 2019
The Importance of Prenatal Care
Whether you’re pregnant with your own child or carrying for another family as a gestational surrogate, your goal over those nine ...
March 1, 2019
Hashimoto’s Disease: How It Could Affect Your Pregnancy
Hashimoto’s disease, sometimes referred to as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, is an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid gland. ...
February 15, 2019
Comprehensive Chromosome Screening
When it comes to having a baby through assisted reproductive technology, quality over quantity is what truly counts. In the four decades ...