I Wish I Could Talk About It – Dealing with Infertility and My Culture
Not being able to conceive when you want to is really hard, and not being able to discuss the intensely personal issue with family or friends due to cultural issues can make the situation even more painful. In her column titled “How Woman Around the World Cope with...What are the Challenges to Patients Choosing Elective Single Embryo Transfer?
A multiple birth significantly increases the risk of serious health problems to the mother, fetus, and newborns Prospective risk of fetal death more than triples in twins vs. a singleton The average gestational age at delivery is 35 weeks for twins and 32 weeks for...
Finding a Reproductive Endocrinologist (RE)
If the most important thing for you and your partner is having a baby – and you’re having trouble conceiving – the next most important thing is finding the right reproductive endocrinologist (RE) to get help. So, what does a reproductive endocrinologist do? A...
Where, When, and How to Start Your Fertility Treatment
When a couple is eager to have a baby and isn’t getting pregnant right away, time seems to stand still. The first place to start is figuring out if there is a problem. Infertility is defined as not getting pregnant after 12 months (or more) of regular unprotected sex....
From Miracle to Mainstream: The History of IVF
We often take for granted what comes before research translates to widely accepted medical practice. For in-vitro fertilization (IVF), the research and breakthroughs leading to success took substantially longer than most people realize. The history of IVF is a lesson...
It Takes Two: Male Infertility
It takes two to tango – and two to make a baby. So when there are problems with getting pregnant, there are two people to consider when looking for possible causes. And even though infertility is often looked at as a “women’s issue,” every couple’s fertility...IVF culture media may influence sex of embryo
BioNews reported on March 23rd, “The nutrient-filled liquid used to grow embryos during IVF might affect the resulting male to female birth ratio, a study suggests. But this only seems to be true when the sperm is injected directly into the egg during fertility...Embryo Donation Offers Opportunities for Infertile Couples, but Many Factors Need to be Considered
Embryo donation plays an important role in fertility treatments: Here is what you should know Saratoga, CA (March 24, 2015) – Embryo donation has become a popular procedure to address infertility, but according to Dr. David Adamson, founder and CEO of ARC Fertility...IVF Nutrients May Influence Gender Selection In Embyros, Reports Medical Daily
Medical Daily reported March 19th, “Chinese scientists believe that certain undisclosed nutrients given to embryos during in vitro fertilization may favor the development of male fetuses over female. The study is significant because it could possibly lead to a...
Advanced Maternal Age – What are the limits?
Dr. Adamson writes about advanced maternal age in the Silicon Valley issue of Bay Area Parent magazine. Click here to access the article.Embryo donation and fertility treatments
Among the choices available for couples seeking fertility treatment, embryo donation is an important option to consider. Embryo donation is much more affordable than many other fertility treatments, and its odds of success are relatively favorable. Like any medical...What needs to be done for women with endometriosis?
Endometriosis.org reports, “With an estimated 176 million women in the world affected by the painful consequences of endometriosis, it is shameful how little commitment there is to invest in basic research so that the life altering realities of endometriosis can...Fertility Drugs Carry Promise – And Risk
From Science 2.0, Dr. Adamson writes, “Every fertility specialist seeks to design the most effective treatment strategy possible for each couple seeking to become pregnant. Treatment is usually a complex process and fertility drugs are often part of the regimen....Access to Fertility Treatment Varies Across the Globe
Wanting to have a baby is a uniquely universal desire. Yet, the way fertility is viewed and treated around the world varies considerably. From access to assisted reproductive technology (ART), to widely different costs and legal barriers, couples in different...Single or multiple embryo transfers – a tough decision
One quickly learns that fertility medicine is a field that offers many different treatment options, and each one of them requires choices. Keeping track of these choices, as well as understanding the pros and cons, is crucial, but challenging. When a woman chooses to...ARC Fertility Supports Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) for Healthier Babies
Saratoga, CA (February 18, 2015) – As reproductive science advances, fertility scientists, embryologists and doctors are constantly developing new techniques to help families have healthy pregnancies and healthy children. One such advancement, preimplantation genetic...- 2026 Benefits Planning: Fertility Benefits for Employees Should Be a Top Workforce Priority
As employers plan for 2026, fertility benefits for employees are becoming essential. Learn why demand is rising and how ARC Fertility helps create a fertility-friendly workplace. - Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace During Fertility Treatment
Fertility treatment can take a toll on employees’ mental health. Learn why mental health support during fertility treatment matters at work. - Heart Health & Fertility: Why Supporting Maternal Well-Being Protects Workforce Health
Maternal health benefits for employees protect heart health, fertility, and workforce well-being. Learn why employers should act during Heart Month. - Closing Gaps in Black Maternal Health: How Employers Can Improve Care Access and Outcomes
Black maternal health disparities remain a workforce issue. Learn how Black maternal health support for employees improves care access and outcomes. - Paternal Perinatal Depression: Why Employers Should Pay Attention
Paternal perinatal depression affects many new fathers. Learn why employers should understand the signs and support mental health during early parenthood.