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Sasha Ottey

Positivity Was My Secret Weapon Against PCOS and Infertility

When my biological clock started ticking, I had no idea how many challenges I would face

True or False: Endometriosis

True or False: Endometriosis

Take our quiz to see how much you know about endometriosis stages and other facts about this common health condition

Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About Endometriosis

FAQs: What You Need to Know About Endometriosis

It can take years for women to get diagnosed. Learn about the condition to get the help you need.

INFERTILITY form to learn more about Infertility Treatment Options

Infertility Treatment Options

If you’re dealing with fertility issues, here are the treatments that may be available to you

IVF cost and the price for fertility treatments

Even When IVF Is Covered by Insurance, High Bills and Hassles Abound

Only 15 states require insurance to cover fertility treatments

Kunttas Family

The Unicorn in the Room: My Infertility Journey Led to an Unexpected Discovery

Fertility testing revealed that I have a rare condition that makes becoming and staying pregnant difficult

Disappointed african-american woman getting unexpected result from pregnancy test

Infertility Isn’t Just a Physical Journey — It’s an Emotional One, Too

Struggling with infertility can have a lasting effect on your mental health, whether your journey ends in a baby or not

Lisa and her baby, 2021

Our Gestational Carrier Brought Us the Joy of Parenthood — and Friendship

When Kathleen carried our baby, she became a part of our family, too

couple of lovers relaxing in bed at home, enjoying each other

Sex, Fertility and Breast Cancer

Breast cancer doesn't have to mean an end to your sex life or your plans to have a family

Endometriosis Made My Pregnancy High Risk

Endometriosis Made My Pregnancy High Risk

I didn't realize that getting and staying pregnant would prove the most frightening experience of my life

Kelly Hedglin Bowen

Infertility Killed My Sex Life

On those precious days when I was ovulating, our connection felt impossible. We were now lab partners, and our once-carefree sex life became a chore.

Infertility Leaves a Mark on Body and Soul

Infertility Leaves a Mark on Body and Soul

Infertility and, ultimately, pregnancy take a toll on body and soul. Katie O'Connor, founder of Shine, a website to inspire fertility empowerment, shares her story.

Hannah Lowe Corman

What I Learned About Infertility While Trying to Conceive Our Second

For me, the knowledge that there were so many things that could be preventing me from getting pregnant was actually comforting: because there was much that had to line up precisely, there were a lot of avenues to try and solutions to tweak until we found what worked for us specifically.

States Act To Safeguard Young Cancer Patients’ Chances To Have Children

States Act To Safeguard Young Cancer Patients' Chances To Have Children

Some states are requiring insurance to pay for preserving eggs and sperm for young patients undergoing cancer chemotherapy so they have opportunities to have children later.

The Truth About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

The Truth About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is considered the most common cause of female infertility. But, with proper diagnosis and treatment, many women with PCOS are able to achieve a healthy pregnancy.

Why Am I Not Getting Pregnant?

Why Am I Not Getting Pregnant?

If you are having trouble getting pregnant, find out some common and often treatable reasons why you may be having difficulty conceiving.

Top Causes of Infertility in Women

Top Causes of Infertility in Women

If you're having trouble getting pregnant, you may want to find out more about some of the most common causes of infertility in women.

Best Time to Get Pregnant

When Is the Best Time to Get Pregnant?

Picking the best time to get pregnant is a personal decision, but there are some physical and emotional factors to consider.

sad woman Sitting In Bathroom With Pregnancy Test

This Helps Infertile Couples Conceive Without IVF

A 100-year-old medical treatment could help infertile women get pregnant.

woman looking at pregnancy test

Can Stress Lower a Woman's Fertility?

New research seems to confirm that stress lowers a woman's chances of becoming pregnant, particularly stress that occurs around the time of ovulation.

19 Ways to Boost Your Fertility

19 Ways to Boost Your Fertility

If you've been trying several months to conceive and have not been successful, check out these tips to boost your fertility.

couple talking to a fertility doctor

How to Choose a Fertility Clinic or Specialist

Once you have a list of 2-5 options, set up in-person consultations with a specialist at each practice and bring these questions.

couple drinking coffee together

Is His Morning Coffee Screwing With Your Infertility Treatment?

A man's love of coffee could hamper the success of a couple's infertility treatment, a small new study suggests.