Knowing how soon you can get pregnant after stopping birth control is an important part of family planning. In most cases, we counsel patients to stop their birth control method when they are ready to get pregnant, not before. With a few exceptions, the ability to...
Infertility-related topics involve many technical and possibly unfamiliar terms, including this one: reproductive endocrinologist. What does it mean to be a reproductive endocrinologist, and what do they do as part of a fertility team? This article will discuss this...
A guide to the hysterosalpingogram procedure One common fertility evaluation test is called a hysterosalpingogram, or HSG. The HSG procedure assesses the uterus and fallopian tubes to see if there are any blockages or anatomic abnormalities that might impact...
Semen analysis is an important tool for identifying and treating possible causes of infertility. In fact, up to 50% of all couples struggling with infertility have some form of male factor infertility present. A semen analysis can help pinpoint potential challenges...
Fertility Insurance Coverage and Other Ways to Afford IVF Whether your IVF is covered by insurance depends on many factors, including where you live, your employer’s insurance plan, and what specific fertility treatments you intend to use. While we believe that all...
When to get a hysterosalpingogram An HSG test is a common part of an initial fertility evaluation. HSG stands for hysterosalpingogram, and refers to a procedure that examines the uterus and fallopian tubes to identify any potential issues. What Does an HSG Test...
While PCOS can make pregnancy challenging, it’s possible to get pregnant with PCOS. Here are ways to improve your pregnancy chances.
Listen to Dr. Lamb on the Creating A Family Podcast Do you want to learn more about endometriosis? Are you familiar with adenomyosis? Do you know the difference between the two? Julie Lamb, MD recently spoke about endometriosis, adenomyosis, and what patients need to...
One often-misunderstood fertility topic is gestational vs. traditional surrogacy. Some patients are confused by what exactly “surrogacy” means when it comes to genetic, legal, and logistical details. In this article, we’ll go over the differences between gestational and traditional surrogacy, including which is more common and recommended by fertility experts.
Foods that help with PCOS symptoms For patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), diet can be one of the most helpful tools for managing symptoms and improving overall health. If you have PCOS and want to have children, dietary adjustments can help to improve...
Join Drs. Stephanie Rothenberg and Darcy Broughton on Monday June 28 at 5PM PST. They are introducing the PNWF Center for LGBTQ+ Family Building and answering your questions about LGBTQ+ fertility care.
