Fertility & Pregnancy · 4 min read
Choosing to do an IUI vs. IVF
IUIs are less costly and invasive, while IVF can decrease time to pregnancy for patients with certain fertility issues. Which option is right for you?
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Fertility & Pregnancy · 7 min read
How female hormone imbalances are evaluated and treated before IVF
FSH, LH, AMH, AFC… What do all these acronyms mean? Here’s an explanation of how female hormones are tested for, and what happens if an imbalance is detected.
Fertility & Pregnancy · 6 min read
What they don't want you to know about postpartum depression
Becoming a parent is an emotional rollercoaster. What does postpartum depression look like and what can you do if you're struggling?
Patient Perspectives · 4 min read
What families impacted by schizophrenia think about preconception genetic testing
These families envision a future in which future parents have access to comprehensive pre-pregnancy genetic testing for common conditions, including schizophren…
Patient Perspectives · 5 min read
Myth-busting misconceptions about schizophrenia—from families impacted by the condition
There are lots of myths about schizophrenia. Here’s what living with schizophrenia is really like from several family members’ perspectives.
Patient Perspectives · 5 min read
How a mother lost her son to schizophrenia — and what she wants others to know
Whether directly or indirectly, schizophrenia killed her son. Laura envisions a future in which families can avoid the worst of what her son and millions of oth…
Patient Perspectives · 5 min read
Living with schizophrenia — a mother’s story about her son and what she wants other future parents to know
Erinn has almost lost her son to schizophrenia multiple times and lives in fear when he might hurt himself again. Erinn envisions a future in which families and…
Fertility & Pregnancy · 6 min read
What to do after an unsuccessful IVF cycle
A failed IVF cycle can be devastating. Here are some things to consider if you’ve experienced an unsuccessful IVF cycle.
Fertility & Pregnancy · 3 min read
What to say to someone going through fertility treatment
Here’s what to say and what not to say to show your support and empathy for someone you know going through fertility treatment.
Fertility & Pregnancy · 5 min read
Let’s talk about recurrent pregnancy loss — and what to do if you’re going through it
Have you experienced multiple pregnancy losses? We’re here to talk about it. Hear from Stanford IVF nurse, Cristina Vidal, RN.
Fertility & Pregnancy · 4 min read
When should I take the pregnancy test after IVF?
What you need to know about pregnancy tests after embryo transfer and what happens after the “two week wait.”
Fertility & Pregnancy · 3 min read
The truth about getting pregnant after stopping birth control
How birth control impacts (and does not) impact your fertility. Get the facts from a Stanford IVF nurse.
Genetics · 6 min read
Is there a genetic test for Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
Advanced genetic testing can now see if the genetic component to IBD can be quantified for you and your family. Find out the latest science.
Genetics · 8 min read
Is there genetic testing for prostate cancer?
Do you have a family member with prostate cancer? Find out your genetic risk of prostate cancer through genetic testing using the latest science.
Fertility & Pregnancy · 7 min read
How does IVF gestational surrogacy work?
Surrogacy can be a worthwhile option for some couples and individuals. Here, we breakdown what surrogacy entails and things to consider before choosing to embar…
Fertility & Pregnancy · 8 min read
How to plan for an upcoming pregnancy in 2021
During the ongoing pandemic, you may be apprehensive about trying to conceive now. Learn more about what you can do to prepare for pregnancy this 2021.
Fertility & Pregnancy · 5 min read
How much does IVF cost?
Find out how much IVF costs by procedure, location, and type of treatment. Here we breakdown the vague price tag and explain what factors impact the final cost.
Genetics · 3 min read
How does diabetes impact the severity of COVID-19 outcomes? Can getting COVID cause diabetes?
Get timely answers on the latest information and research regarding the relationship between diabetes and COVID-19 risk. Find out what you can do to protect you…
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