How the Uterus Supports Pregnancy
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…
A Successful Pregnancy Later in Life
Achieving a pregnancy later in life When Terrie was 53, she decided she wanted to have a baby, but she knew that she would need some help achieving her dream. She scheduled appointments with three fertility centers, starting with a visit to Fady Sharara MD at our Virginia fertility center. “He was my first appointment,”…
Trying to conceive after being on birth control
A common question we are asked at the Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine is “How long does it take birth control to wear off?” Some women take birth control to prevent a pregnancy, while others take it to regulate their periods. Once a woman decides to stop taking birth control to conceive, it only takes…