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What is Assisted Reproductive Technology? Definitions of 8 Infertility Treatments

I learned how to do in vitro fertilization (IVF) before I realized it was a type of “assisted reproductive technology” (ART)! If you can’t get pregnant, these definitions of eight different types of infertility treatments: ZIFT, ICSI, SUZI, MESA, TESE, MIST, GIFT, and IVF will give you something new to think about…

“Assisted reproductive technology has [...]

How Fertility Treatments and Drugs Contribute to Multiple Births

Fertility drugs and treatments are connected to multiple births and premature births, says the March of Dimes (a charity that promotes the health of babies). Here’s a summary of their information on how assisted reproductive technologies, such as controlled ovarian hyperstimulation, affect pregnancy and birth rates.

“Many people have focused on the role of assisted reproductive [...]

What is In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)?

This easy to understand summary answers the question, “What is in vitro fertilization (IVF)” without using confusing medical terms or jargon! It’ll help if you’re coping with infertility and thinking about assisted reproductive technologies.

Since I’m undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) soon, I’ve been researching this infertility treatment until I can’t stand it anymore. Here’s my summary [...]

Tips for Surrogate Mothers and Intended Parents

These tips for surrogate mothers and intended parents (who are usually couples coping with infertility) are from a woman with a great deal of experience as a surrogate mom…

Before the tips, a quip about raising kids:

“Biology is the least of what makes someone a mother,” said Oprah Winfrey.

It’s not who gives birth to a child [...]

Surrogate Motherhood - How and Why Women Get Pregnant for Infertile Couples

In this interview, a surrogate mother describes how she helps couples coping with infertility have their own children. Not only does she share her views on surrogate motherhood, she explains how infertile couples find information on surrogacy.

First, a quip about motherhood:

“Mother love is the fuel that enables a normal human being to do the impossible.” – Marion [...]

About Infertility Treatments - Sperm Washing, In Vitro Fertilization, and Fertility Costs

These surprising facts about infertility treatments are from embryologist Stacie Hill. Here, she shares information about sperm washing, the cost of infertility treatments, and in vitro fertilization for women who can’t get pregnant.

First, a quip about sperm from writer Dave Berry:

“It is a well-documented fact that guys will not ask for directions,” says Berry. “This is a [...]

Coping With Male Factor Infertility

If you’re coping with male factor infertility, this info from Kelly Damron will help you see your marriage and self more clearly. She shares her journey with her husband through the ups and downs of male infertility.

“When Lance Armstrong was diagnosed with testicular cancer, no one made jokes about how he was less of man because he [...]

How to Find a Fertility Specialist or Infertility Doctor

If you can’t get pregnant, you may want to start researching how to find the best fertility specialist or infertility doctor in your area. These tips will help if you’re looking for a new fertility doctor because you’re disappointed with the specialist you’ve already tried, or if you’re brand new to the infertility roller coaster and are wondering if you’ll ever [...]

Asking a Friend to Donate Sperm

Asking a friend or family member to donate sperm is an alternative to sperm donor banks. Finding a sperm donor may be a solution to the sterility and cost of infertility treatments and clinics; it’s something to consider if you’re dealing with male infertility. A friend or family member could help you conceive a child. Here’s what one potential sperm donor says about [...]