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What Is an IVF Refund Program? Understanding IVF Financial Protection & Shared-Risk Programs
IVF is one of the biggest financial investments many people will ever make. While a single cycle can cost $20,000-$30,000 or more, many patients ultimately need multiple cycles to achieve their family-building goals. That's why more patients are searching for IVF refund programs and other forms of IVF financial protection. These programs are designed to create a more financially predictable path through treatment by combining bundled pricing with financial safeguards if additional treatment is needed.
Two Moms & a Baby: Jessica & Shannon’s Road to Parenthood
Jessica and Shannon met in 2014 and married in 2020, their partnership grounded in a shared dream: building a family together. When they started trying to conceive in early 2021, they couldn't have imagined that five years, countless medical appointments, three heartbreaking miscarriages, and one terrifying ectopic pregnancy would stand between them and holding their son.
The True Cost of IVF: What You Actually Need to Budget
The idea of paying for IVF is daunting for many people, partly because it can be hard to understand what kind of costs to plan for. Because the IVF journey is so deeply personal and treatment so personalized, estimates can vary widely and still miss the mark. To help you plan with confidence, we’ve looked at data from our partner clinics and from fertility-focused organizations to dig into the true likely cost of financing an average IVF journey.
Apply For These Top 5 IVF Fertility Grants and Financial Aid Programs
The decision to pursue fertility treatments like IVF is a brave and hopeful first step. However, financial burden is one of the biggest obstacles when it comes to seeking treatment. One IVF cycle in the U.S. costs $20,000 or more. Fortunately, there are numerous ongoing grants, scholarships, and financial programs available to support people who need financial help affording treatments.
Upcoming events
Join health-tech journalist and investor Christina Farr and Sunfish CEO Angela Rastegar for a forward-looking conversation about innovation shaping the future of health care.
This webinar is proudly sponsored by Cooley – a leading law firm supporting digital health founders and companies. (See below for more about Cooley.)
Uterus Transplants: An Emerging Solution for Fertility Challenges
Imagine carrying a pregnancy in your own body—with a uterus that came from someone else. Sound futuristic? Leading scientists are already working on this solution, and more than two dozen babies have been born through this technique in the United States. Though still considered experimental, uterus transplantation is emerging as a potential solution for the millions of people globally who are experiencing infertility because of an inability to carry a pregnancy on their own (called uterine factor infertility, or UFI). Today, the only other solution is to hire a gestational surrogate or to adopt; uterus transplantation could offer a way for aspiring mothers to experience carrying a pregnancy. Recently, the Sunfish team traveled to Texas to meet Dr. Giuliano Testa and Dr. Liza Johannesson, Medical Directors for Uterus Transplants at Baylor University and internationally-recognized pioneers in this emerging procedure. From them, we learned more about this novel approach to UFI—how it works, who can benefit from it, and how we might one day help make it more available.
Embryo Freezing, Embryo Banking, and Egg Freezing: Which Fertility Preservation Option Is Right for You?
When exploring fertility preservation options, you'll likely encounter two main paths: embryo freezing and egg freezing. Both techniques can help preserve reproductive potential, but they serve different purposes in the family-building journey—and the differences can be very personal, with emotional and even legal implications. Understanding the differences between these methods can help you choose which one aligns best with your current circumstances and future goals.
What Happens to My Embryos Once They're Frozen?
Freezing embryos, also known as embryo banking, is a powerful decision—one that provides flexibility, hope, and more control over your family planning. But after finishing your cryopreservation cycle, you may be wondering: Where do my frozen embryos go now? How do I know they’re safe? What if I move or change clinics later on?
Who Should Try IVF?
The dream of building a family doesn’t always unfold as planned. This National Infertility Awareness Week, we are sharing some common questions from those navigating infertility and explore the reasons people turn to in vitro fertilization (IVF) as a path to parenthood.
Top 5 Fertility Myths Debunked
Making the decision to pursue assisted reproduction and fertility treatments like IVF (in vitro fertilization) is both significant and deeply personal. Unfortunately, widespread misinformation often complicates this process, creating unnecessary stress and confusion. To help you feel confident in your decisions, we’re debunking five of the most common myths surrounding fertility treatments.
Infertility and Self-Care: 4 Ways to Prioritize Your Mental Health During the Holidays
The holiday season can be a beautiful time of year, but for anyone navigating infertility, it can also feel overwhelming and isolating. We know how challenging it can be to navigate family gatherings and those well-meaning (but often uncomfortable) questions about your plans to have kids. It’s not always easy, and we want you to know that you are not alone.
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"It Takes Two to Tango: What to Know About the Male Role in Fertility." This informative session will delve into the often-overlooked aspects of male fertility, providing insights into how male health and lifestyle choices impact conception. Whether you're planning to start a family or seeking to understand fertility better, this event offers valuable information and expert guidance.
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Join Nodal’s General Counsel and ART Lawyer, Carly Vollero, and Angela Rastegar, the Co-Founder and CEO of Sunfish for a discussion on the biggest challenges intended parents face, from understanding surrogacy to managing the costs of IVF and egg freezing, and share how new solutions are making family building more transparent and accessible.
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Dr. Lora Shahine and Angela share their own experiences here and highlight the need for affordable solutions so those exploring fertility options can build the families they dream of.
Join Boston IVF Rochester and Sunfish here to learn about their new refund program for pregnancy.