Why have preconception genetic screening? At our Virginia fertility center, we offer our patients preconception genetic screening because we want them to feel confident in proceeding with fertility treatment. Unfortunately, hopeful parents can carry severe genetic diseases and have no idea that they are at-risk of passing them on. Not only can preconception genetic screening…
Recognizing National Infertility Awareness Month April is National Infertility Awareness Month. Our Virginia fertility center wants to take the opportunity to spread knowledge about infertility and give you hope about its treatment. Infertility is a common problem. Research suggests that about 12% of couples experience it. Still, the unique circumstances of couples and individuals can…
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month Because this month is Endometriosis Awareness Month, our Virginia fertility center wants you to know that there is hope and help for the pain and frustration of endometriosis. Facts for endometriosis awareness month An endometriosis diagnosis requires a laparoscopic examination of a woman’s organs. As a result, some patients who…
Love and support for couples struggling with infertility At our Virginia fertility center, we extend our love to all couples struggling with infertility. For them, traditional Valentine’s Day messages can fall a little flat. Tokens of affection and reminders of love, though well-intentioned, can sometimes serve as a sad reminder of the little one they…
Reach your fertility goals this year The New Year is a time to think about your goals for 2019. Whether you are seeking to have your first child, or are ready to start trying for your family’s next baby, our Virginia fertility center can help you reach your fertility goals this year. We help people…
Explaining PGS versus PGD For some IVF patients at our Virginia fertility center, we recommend preimplantation genetic screening (PGS) or preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD). PGS and PGD are both genetic tests performed after embryos have developed in the lab. This occurs before embryo transfer. Each test begins by removing cell samples from the developing embryos….
When you select an egg donor Patients seeking to become parents through our Virginia fertility center often benefit from the use of an egg donor. Our team is sensitive to the many concerns that come up as you select an egg donor for your family. To help guide you, we have compiled suggestions to help…
Breast cancer awareness and fertility support for cancer patients Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers that affects women in the United States. Each year, more than 200,000 women and more than 2,000 men are diagnosed with it. One of the many challenges that cancer patients face is the threat to fertility from…
What is PCOS Awareness Month? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 10% of women, but half of the women with the syndrome don’t know they have it. This is a problem because PCOS is associated with an increased risk of health problems, including infertility. Our Virginia fertility center recognizes PCOS Awareness Month to help those affected…
The uterus supports pregnancy A healthy uterus is essential for the work we do at our Virginia fertility center. The uterus is the muscular organ that provides shelter and nourishment for a growing baby. During ovulation, the lining of the uterus (endometrium) begins to thicken to support a pregnancy. When a fertilized egg enters the…