New Infertility Research at ASRM 2019
The importance of new infertility research At our Virginia fertility center, we take great pride in adding to infertility treatment knowledge. For as long as people have been having children, there have been those who struggled to conceive. It was not until the 1800s that some scientists in the West began to consider infertility to…
National Infertility Awareness Month
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…
Valentine’s Day for Couples Struggling with Infertility
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…
Infertility Stories
What you can learn from infertility stories Often, we look at rich and famous people and admire their charmed lives, but the truth is they may be coping with fertility problems just like “ordinary” people. In the past, VIPs with infertility often guarded their secrets, but as people become more comfortable about sharing their struggles,…
Spring Ahead with Infertility Awareness
Three proactive steps you can take to address infertility Spring is the season of new life emerging and the perfect time to focus on infertility awareness issues. Every spring, we look forward to flowers emerging through the fresh dirt and baby ducks waddling down river banks – all the poignant signs that new life is…
Infertility Awareness
A proactive approach to pregnancy includes infertility awareness Congratulations on your decision to start a family! Our Virginia fertility center wants you to know that Fady Sharara, M.D., FACOG, takes a proactive approach to pregnancy. To help you on your fertility journey, Dr. Sharara believes in the power of infertility awareness and effective fertility treatment….
Male Infertility
Think infertility is just a woman’s problem? Think again! 40% of the time, fertility problems can be attributed to male infertility Some people still think that a couple’s fertility problems are usually caused by a problem with the female, but this isn’t true. Actually, about 33% of the time the problem is caused by male…
Helpful & Supportive Infertility Forums
12 BLOGS AND PODCASTS Suggested and created by the #infertility community You are not alone in your journey. Thousands of people from around the world share their experience in some form, online. You may find value in these different sites with content created by those experiencing infertility. Triumphs and Trials. www.triumphsandtrials.com Written and curated by…
Endometriosis: What is it and how does it affect fertility?
Endometriosis, also referred to as ‘endo’ occurs when endometrial tissue is found outside the uterus, usually on the ovaries, fallopian tubes or ligaments that support the uterus. The condition affects at least 5 million women in the United States. Endometriosis is more common in women who: · Are between 30-40 years old · Have not…