Chances of success for tubal ligation reversals Occasionally, patients who have received a tubal ligation wonder if they can get their tubes untied. Most people who’ve had this form of permanent birth control don’t seek to reverse it. However, sometimes a person...
Listen to Dr. Shahine's Podcast Baby or Bust Going through fertility struggles can be an emotional roller coaster. All too often, those going through the experience suffer in silence, making it that much worse. Lora Shahine, MD, has spent her career opening up the...
What to look for after your embryo transfer, and when to call your doctor Many of our patients ask what signs of successful implantation they should look for after their embryo transfer. We completely understand why - the embryo transfer is a huge, emotional...
Sperm donor requirements, the sperm donation process, and how to use donor sperm Donor sperm is a great option for single women, LGBTQ intended parents without sperm, and men with male factor infertility; but how do sperm banks work? Sperm banks collect, freeze, and...
Explaining the hormone requirements for IVF and alternatives to self-injections If you’re considering trying in vitro fertilization (IVF) to become pregnant, you may have wondered, does IVF require hormone shots? Are there any alternatives to giving yourself daily...
Embryo freezing as fertility preservation Most fertility clinics freeze embryos as part of their services. However, not every clinic freezes the embryos themselves; some send them to a separate fertility lab for freezing. This article covers the most commonly asked...
Most people only think about a fertility clinic if they need their services. Those who can become naturally pregnant, or who do not want to have children at all, may never consider the topic. However, for the 1 in 8 individuals who do want a child but have trouble...
Tips to maximize success during your embryo transfer recovery The embryo transfer is the final step in the roller coaster of fertility treatment, and many patients ask what to do after their embryo transfer. We understand the wish for a magic solution to guarantee...
Signs, symptoms, and treatments of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) Today we’ll talk about a very common fertility topic: what is PCOS, and what are the first signs of PCOS? PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, is a hormonal condition that affects the ovaries. PCOS...
When to freeze your eggs, who should freeze their eggs, and more As egg freezing becomes more popular as a means of fertility preservation, we wanted to take the time to bust some common egg freezing myths. There are many reasons to consider freezing your eggs,...
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.
