The Nest

From dietary changes to cycle-tracking, here are the top takeaways—and three key recommendations—from author and ND, Dr. Sarah Zadek

"I wish I had known that egg quality and quantity are two different things and that quality can be impacted by many factors, many of which are in your control.”

Does breastfeeding work as birth control? Is an ovulation test accurate while nursing? Here’s what you need to know about ovulation and breastfeeding

When you’re done with fertility treatment but still have embryos in storage, you have a decision to make. We asked embryologist, Alease Daniel, to share your options

We asked Alease Daniel, embryologist, to share what her typical day looks like and her role in your fertility journey

What happens in a fresh or frozen embryo transfer? And is one better than the other?

From raw fish to deli meat to alcohol—what do you actually need to avoid while pregnant? And how often does Salmonella and Listeria actually occur?

From household chores to cleaning products and kitty litter to hot tubs—what can you safely continue to do while pregnant?

Botox, filler, hair dye and nail polish—what can you use when pregnant and what should to hit pause on?

Including why you might schedule a C-section or need an emergency Cesarean section, and how long recovery takes.

From lucky transfer socks to McDonald’s French fries—do these IVF superstitions actually work?

Don’t forget about your mental health as you navigate infertility—and remember, there are people, organizations and therapists that can help