Fertility Cares Blog

The thyroid gland is one of the most active hormone-producing glands in the body. It is located on the frontside of the neck, just above the collarbone and below one’s…

The endometrium is the lining of the uterus that the body prepares monthly in anticipation of a pregnancy. Embryo implantation occurs when the endometrial receptivity is precisely well orchestrated. When…

Approximately 30% of infertility is related to the male. How can men check their fertility? The most common male fertility test is analysis of the semen. Results from a semen…

Clinical varicoceles are common. They represent as a dilated grouping of veins and the added temperature imparted, or decrease in testicular vascular drainage are believed to affect negatively the testicular…

Patients often ask what can PGT tell you about your embryo that can increase chances of pregnancy? Well first, let’s start by defining what PGT is. PGT, preimplantation genetic testing,…

One of the first steps of diagnostic testing of infertility is an evaluation of the uterine cavity. Often patients ask what tests are involved with an infertility evaluation? Knowing what…

The pandemic strained health care and fertility services. It impacted the thoughts and actions of many seeking fertility treatment. Some continued the brave path forward during lockdown for fear of…

The increased legalization of marijuana in the United States has made its effects appear innocuous. However, its use during sentinel moments of fetal and newborn development may be anything but—in…

The impact of obesity on ovulation and the menstrual cycle was documented as early the 1600s. It was a classification of women who reported obesity, prolonged or no menstrual cycles…