Fertility Cares Blog

Author: Beth Plante, M.D.

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…

National Infertility Awareness Week

National Infertility Awareness Week is a great opportunity to bring attention to the issue of infertility and spread awareness about fertility-related challenges. At Fertility Centers of New England, we see…

Multivitamins During Pregnancy May Reduce a Child’s Risk of Autism

Couples going through IVF have questions about what they can do to have a healthy pregnancy and how to prepare for it. A recent study published in the BMJ found…

Overlooking the Sperm

When a couple is trying to conceive, the focus is often on the female partner. Many women will learn to track their periods, check for ovulation, and identify their fertile…

What Is the Best Age to Freeze Eggs?

Growing awareness of a woman’s biological clock has resulted in a surge of interest in fertility preservation. Historically, a woman’s reproductive options were limited by her biological clock. With egg…

Is COVID-19 Vaccination Safe During Pregnancy?

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, patients and healthcare providers have expressed concern about the impact of this virus on pregnancy. We now know that infection during pregnancy is…

Fertility Cares Blog

Author: Beth Plante, M.D.

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