Fertility Cares Blog

Does Ovulation Induction Increase Risk for Developmental Delays?

Our patients frequently ask if fertility treatment poses any risk to their future offspring. In particular, they are concerned about long-term issues that could affect the health of their child.…

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Is Vaping During Pregnancy Safe?

The health risks of tobacco have been known for decades. Patients often assume that e-cigarettes, or vaping, are safer than conventional smoking. In fact, many women who smoke switch to…

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A Uterine Structural Study is an Important Part of the Evaluation of Infertility

A uterine structural study is an important part of the evaluation of infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss as many of the abnormalities found can be easily corrected which may facilitate…

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Marijuana Use and Fertility: The Link Between Men and Autism in Their Children

Given the increased prevalence of marijuana use in the United States and the growing number of states that have legalized its use since 2012, studies are being conducted addressing the…

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How Common is Infertility?

Most people spend a lot of time avoiding pregnancy so when pregnancy is desired, success is expected immediately. Understanding your personal fertility and the factors that affect your fertility potential…

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When to Consider Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT)

The heartbreak of a previous lost pregnancy or the worry that you may be passing on an inherited disease can put added stress on a couple seeking fertility treatments. For…

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When to Consider IVF

Patients often question when to consider IVF for infertility treatment. IVF should be considered when more conservative measures fail or in circumstances where more conservative measures would not be effective.…

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Everything You Need to Know About Fertility Testing

Fertility testing has evolved over the past 30 years. Many tests purported to be important in understanding causation have not stood the test of time. The advent of IVF has…

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What Is IVF and How Is It Done?

Patients seeking infertility treatment commonly ask “what is IVF and how is it done?” IVF is an acronym for In Vitro Fertilization which means to fertilize an egg with sperm…

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