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Can Lack of Sleep Increase the Risk of Miscarriage?

A recent Danish study examined a cohort of over 22,000 pregnant women, specifically looking at work shifts and pregnancy outcomes. Can lack of sleep increase the risk of miscarriage? They…

Which Protocol is Best With a Frozen Embryo Transfer Cycle?

In vitro fertilization (IVF) can sometimes result in more than one fertilized egg. After the successful transfer of the embryo(s) during that IVF cycle, patients can preserve suitable embryos that…

Painkillers During Pregnancy

A study found that taking painkillers during pregnancy may affect the unborn child’s future fertility. Ibuprofen, trade name Advil and Motrin, is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat…

Bleeding During Pregnancy

In the United States, approximately 1.5% of all births involve the use of assisted reproductive technologies or in vitro fertilization (IVF). Bleeding during pregnancy (first trimester) is somewhat common and…

How Do Fibroids Impact Fertility?

Fibroids are a common finding amongst reproductive-age women. Some, but not all, fibroids may be associated with infertility and miscarriages. Patients experiencing fibroids often ask how fibroids impact fertility. Do…

Fertility Insurance Mandates and The Impact on Treatment Outcomes

As of April 2021, a total of 19 states have passed fertility insurance laws. Of those, only 13 cover in vitro fertilization (IVF). In each state, the definition of infertility…

How Egg Freezing Success Rates Vary by Age

Women throughout the United States are taking control of their reproductive health and fertility by opting to freeze their eggs. Egg freezing has allowed women to delay having children until…

How Does Coronavirus Affect Fertility and Pregnancy?

Coronavirus can have a serious, even deadly, impact on pregnant women. If you’ve questioned whether or not you should get vaccinated, we urge you not to wait. We’re here to…

Does IVF or Tubal Ligation Reversal Have a Higher Pregnancy Success?

If you are interested in having a baby but have had your tubes tied in the past, you can still get pregnant either by undergoing IVF treatment (which bypasses the…

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