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Acupuncture and IVF — Does the Evidence Support It?

Acupuncture became popular in IVF clinics after a 2002 study suggested it nearly doubled pregnancy rates. But subsequent, larger trials have largely failed to replicate that finding. Here is what the evidence actually shows.

Prof. Latifat Ibisomi · PhD, MSc (Med)
9m
Fertility TreatmentMD reviewed

Adenomyosis and Fertility — IVF Outcomes & Treatment

Adenomyosis — endometrial tissue invading the uterine muscle — impairs implantation and raises miscarriage risk. This guide covers MRI diagnosis, GnRH agonist pretreatment, freeze-all IVF strategy, and realistic success rate expectations.

Dr. Hannah Ní Bhriain Russell · MB BCh BAO, Specialist in Gynaecology & Obstetrics
10m
Costs & Insurance

Alabama IVF Ruling — What It Means for Fertility Patients

In February 2024, the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are legally children, triggering immediate IVF clinic shutdowns across the state. This guide covers the ruling, the legislative response, ongoing legal uncertainty, and what patients in Alabama and nationwide should do now.

Prof. Jane Harries · PhD, MPH, MPhil
8m
LifestyleMD reviewed

Alcohol and Fertility — How Much Is Safe When TTC?

There is no established safe level of alcohol when trying to conceive or during early pregnancy. The evidence on alcohol and fertility is nuanced for natural conception but much clearer for IVF — where even moderate intake is associated with reduced success rates.

Prof. Latifat Ibisomi · PhD, MSc (Med)
10m
Fertility TreatmentMD reviewed

AMH Test — What Your Results Mean for Fertility

Anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) is the most reliable blood marker of ovarian reserve — but its limitations are just as important as what it reveals. This guide explains what AMH measures, reference ranges by age, and how to use your results to guide fertility decisions.

Dr. Hannah Ní Bhriain Russell · MB BCh BAO, Specialist in Gynaecology & Obstetrics
10m
Fertility TreatmentMD reviewed

Anonymous vs Open-Identity Donor — What Research Shows

The choice between an anonymous and open-identity donor carries lifelong implications for your child — and research now points in a clear direction. This guide covers what donor-conceived adults say, how DNA testing has ended true anonymity, and what the legal landscape looks like in 2025.

Dr. Candela Gallardo · MD, Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
11m
Male InfertilityMD reviewed

Antral Follicle Count — What AFC Means for Your Fertility

The antral follicle count is a simple ultrasound measurement that directly reflects your ovarian reserve — the number of eggs potentially available for recruitment. This guide explains the AFC test, what reference ranges mean at every age, and how results guide fertility treatment.

Dr. Hannah Ní Bhriain Russell · MB BCh BAO, Specialist in Gynaecology & Obstetrics
10m
Fertility Clinics

Best Fertility Clinics in Atlanta — Guide for 2025

Atlanta is a growing fertility care market with no comprehensive state IVF mandate, a strong academic program at Emory University, and a patient population navigating Georgia's evolving legal environment. This guide helps you find verified information and ask the right questions.

Prof. Latifat Ibisomi · PhD, MSc (Med)
7m
Fertility Clinics

Best Fertility Clinics in Boston — Academic Centers & More

Boston has one of the strongest fertility insurance mandates in the country and a remarkable concentration of academic medical centers, including Harvard-affiliated institutions. This guide helps you navigate the Boston fertility market using verified data and the right questions.

Prof. Latifat Ibisomi · PhD, MSc (Med)
7m
Fertility Clinics

Best Fertility Clinics in Chicago — Complete Guide

Chicago has a competitive fertility clinic market anchored by academic programs at Northwestern and the University of Chicago, plus a robust state insurance mandate that significantly reduces out-of-pocket costs for many patients. This guide helps you make the most of both.

Prof. Latifat Ibisomi · PhD, MSc (Med)
7m

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