Did you know? According to the World Health Organization, approximately 8-13% of women of reproductive age have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). It’s also estimated that up to 70% of women with PCOS are undiagnosed. One of the most challenging aspects of PCOS is difficulty conceiving due to various symptoms caused by the disorder. These symptoms…
Infertility is a disease of the reproductive system that impairs a person’s ability to reproduce. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 9% of men and 11% of women in America experience infertility during their reproductive years, and the prevalence of the disorder is becoming more common as time goes on. But…
April 23 through the 29th is National Infertility Week (NIAW), a campaign organized by RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association. Finding a cause is an impactful way to commemorate NIAW. At Fertility Source Companies, we believe that finding a cause empowers people with infertility and those needing assisted reproductive treatment (ART). Below are some suggestions on…
Although relatively common, affecting about 10% of women of reproductive age, endometriosis can be difficult to diagnose. Symptoms of endometriosis closely resemble normal menstrual symptoms or other conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and pelvic inflammatory disease, meaning many women are often misdiagnosed. Additionally, the complexity and confusion around endometriosis have resulted in a…
If you or someone you know has given birth or is planning to do so, you know it is not a simple matter. Pregnancy is a significant life change, with the mother-to-be and her partner, if applicable, devoting time, energy, organization, money, and support. So if a miscarriage or pregnancy loss occurs, it can be…
Third-party reproduction, aka services like egg donation, gestational surrogacy, and sperm donation, have helped build countless families across the country. Most people know the basics about these services, though there are still many misconceptions that exist, even today, which impair our overall understanding of not only how third-party reproduction works, but who it benefits. Fertility…
