The 6 Best Fertility Supplements to Help You Get Pregnant A list of the best prenatal supplements, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants for women trying to get pregnant, including how much to take to support pregnancy
What is IUI, a.k.a., Intrauterine Insemination? 7 min read Dr. Sarah Zadek Fertility TreatmentSperm HealthTrying to Conceive An intrauterine insemination (IUI) cycle is often the first stop on your assisted reproductive journey—but what is it?
Are Males Becoming More Infertile? 5 min read Dr. Sarah Zadek LifestylePreparingSperm Health Sperm quality has been declining for decades—here's what we know about how that impacts reproductive health and the future of fertility.
What is Sperm DNA Fragmentation? 7 min read Dr. Sarah Zadek Fertility TreatmentPrenatalsSperm Health When DNA strands are damaged, it's called sperm DNA fragmentation and they can affect sperm quality and directly impact the ability of the sperm to fertilize an egg.
Male Infertility Signs and Symptoms 8 min read Dr. Sarah Zadek Fertility TreatmentSperm HealthTrying to Conceive It’s estimated that almost 35 to 50 percent of infertility or sub-fertility cases are due to male factor infertility, which includes issues of sperm production and quality.
How To Increase Sperm Motility 6 min read Dr. Sarah Zadek Fertility TreatmentSperm HealthTrying to Conceive Did you know that 35 to 50 percent of infertility cases involve male factor (issues with sperm)? One of the possible challenges is how well sperm moves, A.K.A. its motility.
What Are PFAs and How Do They Impact Male Fertility? 3 min read Dr. Sarah Peltz PreparingSperm HealthTrying to Conceive With new EPA advisories about the risks of PFAS, urologist Dr. Sarah Peltz answers what are PFAS and how these chemicals impact male fertility
Can Men Take Prenatal Vitamins? 3 min read Dr. Jennifer Fitzgerald and Dr. Tracy Malone PrenatalsPreparingSperm Health Taking a prenatal for men can support sperm health in terms of count, motility, morphology and DNA. Our doctors break down the benefits of vitamins and minerals for fertility.
Understanding Sperm Health and How It’s Tested 4 min read Dr. Jennifer Fitzgerald and Dr. Tracy Malone PreparingSperm HealthTrying to Conceive How does sperm health affect fertility and what can you do to help?
Do You Ovulate While Nursing? 5 min read May 31, 2023 NursingOvulation & PeriodsPostpartum Does breastfeeding work as birth control? Is an ovulation test accurate while nursing? Here’s what you need to know about ovulation and breastfeeding
Navigating Your First Postpartum Period 4 min read November 15, 2023 Ovulation & PeriodsPostpartum When does your first postpartum period happen and what can you expect? Learn more here
What is Normal Period Blood and Discharge? 3 min read November 15, 2023 LifestyleOvulation & PeriodsPreparing From bright red to brown, what’s normal when it comes to blood during your period?
What is NIPT Testing? 6 min read August 15, 2023 LifestylePregnancy Prenatal testing is a personal choice, and one with many factors to consider depending on your path to pregnancy, medical history and personal curiosity
Recipe: PCOS-Friendly Quinoa Chickpea Bowl 2 min read August 18, 2023 NutritionPCOSPreparing Add this to your PCOS diet plan—a recipe full of key nutrients to manage your symptoms like lean protein, fiber and healthy fat
Recipe: This Kale Chicken Caesar Salad is Perfect for a Gestational Diabetes Diet 3 min read August 31, 2023 NutritionPregnancy Being diagnosed with gestational diabetes can be stressful, but you can treat it at home with dietary changes and exercise. Here's a recipe to get you started.