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New Guidance on the COVID-19 Vaccination and Reproductive Health

The American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) COVID-19 task force has released new guidance on COVID-19 vaccination and reproductive health. Findings include that the COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy does not…

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Guide to Fertility Insurance Laws in New England

This post was updated on Jan 1, 2024, to reflect the most up-to-date information, especially as it relates to the state of Maine, which previously had no fertility coverage mandates.…

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Fibroids and Fertility

Uterine fibroids are associated with both infertility and miscarriage depending on their size and location. However, not everyone with fibroids, even large ones, will have difficulty getting pregnant. This causes…

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How to Improve Your Chances of IVF Success

Fertility treatment can be a very stressful time in the lives of IVF patients and their partners. We hear questions like, “What are my chances of getting pregnant?” and “Are…

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New Study Reveals COVID Vaccines Do Not Cause Female Sterility

The American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) released a new study on the impact of the COVID-19 vaccine and fertility. Reports claiming that COVID-19 vaccines or illnesses cause female sterility…

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Common Causes of Male Fertility Issues and Tips to Increase Fertility

Male fertility, including healthy sperm count and function, is directly affected by both physical and mental health. Quantity, movement, and structure of sperm all have a significant effect on whether…

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LGBTQ+ Family Building Options

Becoming a parent is something many of us dream of. Thanks to the more widespread availability of LGBTQ+ family building options, it’s easier for this dream to become a reality…

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Is It Safe to Continue an Anti-Depressant In Pregnancy?

Patients often worry about the safety of anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medications in pregnancy and is it safe to continue an anti-depressant in pregnancy? Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the…

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Can Uterine Polyps Cause Infertility?

Uterine polyps are growths attached to the inner wall of the uterus and protrude into the uterine cavity. Can uterine polyps cause infertility? Polyps more commonly occur in older women;…

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