Author: Lora Shahine, MD Every path to an embryo transfer is unique, but they all involve planning, injections, appointments, and usually some ups and downs on the infertility roller coaster. The embryo transfer is the final step in a long journey toward building your...
Author: Lora Shahine, MD Men contribute half of the genetics of pregnancy and suffer alongside their partners with loss, but they are so often left out of the research, the care, and the discussions surrounding miscarriage and recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL)....
What to look for and how to find the best Seattle fertility clinic If you’re looking for the best fertility clinic in Seattle, it’s important to know what to look for. Excellent fertility care requires trust, experience, compassion, and high success rates. Here are...
Author: Pacific NW Fertility Team Nature vs. Nurture: Reflecting on Genetics in the Modern Age of Ancestry Testing The documentary ‘Three Identical Strangers’ sheds light on an incredible story: identical triplets separated at birth in 1961 for adoption into...
Written by Lorna Marshall, MD: Director of Center for Collaborative Reproduction, Pacific NW Fertility & IVF Specialists Originally posted on Seattle Gay News. New Law Legalizes Paid Surrogacy, Increasing Family Building Options for LGBTQ Community The state of...
Author: Pacific NW Fertility Team When the expense is out of pocket, it can be discouraging for patients when the primary barrier to building a family is financial. We’ve gathered information about nonprofit organizations that provide financial assistance to...
Author: Lora Shahine, MD Thanksgiving can be a joyful time for gathering with family and friends, but it can be full of triggers when you’re dealing with infertility and miscarriage. You can find yourself surrounded by children, pregnant relatives, and family...
Author: Pacific NW Fertility Team One of the most common questions I answer as a fertility doctor is, ‘Should I exercise or not while trying to conceive?’ It can be confusing as a patient trying to navigate the conflicting advice from the internet, friends, and...
Author: Pacific NW Fertility Team Pacific NW Fertility has compiled the following web links to help provide more information surrounding fertility, and allow you to identify the best course of treatment specific to your individual needs. American Fertility Association...
Author: Pacific NW Fertility Team The following book recommendations have been compiled to help patients with many different issues. For further information please refer to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine at www.ASRM.org and the National Infertility...
