Fertility Cares Blog

Author: Beth Plante, M.D.

Does Stress Impact Success With IVF?

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is a medical procedure that has given hope to millions of couples struggling with infertility worldwide. It involves fertilizing an egg with sperm outside the body…

Can Cell-Free Fetal DNA Be Used to Diagnose the Cause of a Miscarriage?

Recurrent miscarriages carry a substantial physical and emotional burden for patients. Despite extensive testing, we are left with no explanation for recurrent miscarriages in a substantial number of cases. We…

What Are the Benefits of a Day 5 Embryo Transfer?

Blastocyst transfer has revolutionized the field of assisted reproductive technology (ART) and offers several benefits over traditional embryo transfers.When undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF), patients often ask what are the…

Can Chemical Hair Straighteners Affect Your Fertility?

Hair relaxers and chemical hair straighteners are a popular styling choice for many women, but few people realize the potential impact they can have on fertility. Can chemical hair straighteners…

Does the Location for Semen Collection Impact Outcomes?

A semen analysis, also known as a sperm count test, is a laboratory examination of a man’s semen to assess the quantity, quality, and overall health of the sperm. The…

Does Endometriosis Impact Fertility?

Endometriosis can be an extremely challenging disease. Many patients ask “does endometriosis impact fertility?” Endometriosis is known to have a direct impact on fertility in women, and it’s a topic…

What Weeks of Pregnancy is Folic Acid Most Important?

Folic acid is a crucial component of healthy pregnancies and should be taken prior to conception. When a woman has enough folic acid in her body prior to pregnancy, she…

Does Poor Sleep Quality Impact IVF Success?

A recent study looked at answering the question, “does poor sleep quality impact IVF success?” The researchers evaluated the sleep quality of 200 women who were undergoing IVF treatment. They…

How Can I Get Pregnant After Tubal Ligation?

Patients who have had their tubes tied in the past often contact us asking “how can I get pregnant after tubal ligation?” The good news is that pregnancy is still…

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Author: Beth Plante, M.D.

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