A vasectomy is an effective form of birth control that surgically blocks sperm from traveling up the vas deferens, tubes that carry sperm from the testicles to the urethra. This surgical procedure prevents sperm from mixing with the semen that is ejaculated into a...
Key Points: IUI (Intrauterine insemination) is a fertility treatment in which fertilization of the egg takes place inside the fallopian tube within the body IVF (In vitro fertilization) is a treatment in which the sperm and egg are combined for fertilization in a lab....
The egg donation process understandably raises plenty of questions for potential donors: Will donating my eggs affect my ability to build my own family in the future? Does egg donation lead to ovarian cysts or cervical cancer? As an egg donor, do I have to remain...
What is Male Infertility? When a couple has been trying to conceive without success for one year (six months if both are over 35), it is an indication that there are potential fertility issues that need to be explored with a fertility specialist. One of the common...
What is a Fertility Calendar? A fertility calendar is a tool for tracking your menstrual cycle so that you can calculate your most fertile days. Also known as an ovulation calendar or ovulation schedule, a calendar can help take some of the guesswork out of trying to...
What patients do and don’t eat can help support better outcomes Couples seeking assisted reproduction should be aware that diet and nutrition can be an important part of overall fertility wellness. A study from Harvard School of Public Health looked at over 18,000...