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What to know about using supplements for fertility—and when to start taking them in preconception

The reality is: Women are choosing to start families later in life. And it’s about time we start supporting them.

Updated Oct. 11, 2024
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Debunking 4 myths about egg health as you age

Time for some good news: Your egg health isn’t set in stone.

Updated Oct. 09, 2024
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Tim Walz’s personal IVF story made me feel seen

I listened to his speech, looked at my own children, and felt a connection with a politician that I had heard little of just 24 hours before. I felt assurance that this issue means the world to him—and that means the world to me.

Updated Aug. 13, 2024
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This is the worst part of unexplained secondary infertility

It’s the irrational anger at the baby section in Target. It’s the hundreds of times each day I wonder what it is that’s keeping me from getting pregnant.

Updated Sep. 03, 2024
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The top 10 toxins & chemicals to avoid while trying to get pregnant

We checked with some of our most trusted experts on mom and baby wellness.

Updated Apr. 15, 2024
woman lying on bed staring at the ceiling and wondering what to say when a friend has a miscarriage

What to say when your friend has a miscarriage

"Remember you are not alone. Be gentle with yourself."

Updated Apr. 14, 2023
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10 foods to increase sperm count, according to a dietitian

If you're looking to boost sperm count and fertility while trying to conceive, make sure your partner knows about these foods.

Updated Mar. 07, 2024
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Words of encouragement when IVF doesn’t work—from someone who is there, too

Sometimes things don’t make sense and today we are just trying to figure out how to deal with that.

Updated Apr. 10, 2024
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29 inspiring quotes to remember when trying to conceive

“Just keep swimming” —Finding Nemo

Updated Apr. 08, 2024
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As an OB-GYN, this is what I wish I had known before freezing my eggs

Now I always advise my patients about these four tips.

Updated Mar. 19, 2024
man with hands holding his crotch male fertility is declining

Male fertility is declining. Here’s what the latest research shows as to why

Though 50% of all infertility cases can be attributed to the male partner, new technologies offer solutions—and hope.

Updated Mar. 11, 2024
due date: newborn baby in hospital sleeping

What month will my baby be born? Try our due date calculator

There are a few different ways to find out.

Updated Sep. 03, 2024
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