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Infertility
What Is a PCOS Diet?
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...
Can You Get Your Tubes Untied?
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...
How Do Sperm Banks Work?
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...
Causes of Male Infertility
Why does infertility happen in men, and what treatments are available? Male infertility contributes to up to 50% of all couples struggling with infertility. However, infertility discussions often focus on women and female infertility. So what causes male infertility?...
In Vitro Fertilization Cost in 2022
A breakdown of the average cost of IVF How much does in vitro fertilization (IVF) cost in 2022? Industry estimates range significantly, from $10,000 - $30,000 or more. So how do you know what to expect from your fertility expenses? Each patient’s needs are unique,...
Infertility Insurance Coverage in Washington State
How to support an infertility insurance mandate We have an update on important legislation regarding infertility insurance coverage in Washington. PNWF’s co-founder and medical director, Dr. Lorna Marshall, has been working with a local coalition to present an...
What Does a Fertility Clinic Do?
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...
Tubal Ligation Reversal
Can you reverse a tubal ligation? A tubal ligation reversal repairs the fallopian tubes after a tubal ligation (“having your tubes tied”). Reversing a tubal ligation can make it possible to become pregnant again. However, this procedure’s chance of success depends on...
Fertility Testing in Seattle
When to get tested, what to expect, and what to look for in a fertility evaluation If you’re looking for fertility testing in Seattle, our clinic offers a full fertility assessment. For people concerned about infertility, the first step is evaluation and testing to...