Start-ups and Technology Are Reshaping Fertility: 3 Trends to Watch at ASRM 2025
October is a big month in the Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) sector, or, as many call it, the fertility industry. Every year, thousands of reproductive endocrinologists and industry professionals gather at the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) annual summit to discuss innovation, share scientific breakthroughs, and collaborate on the future of family building.
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.
How to Prepare for IVF
Preparing for your first IVF cycle is a significant milestone, and it's completely natural to feel a mix of excitement and nervousness about what lies ahead. You've likely learned that IVF stands for "in vitro fertilization"—a process where embryos are created in a specialized lab, giving you new possibilities for building your family.
Embryo Freezing, Embryo Banking, and Egg Freezing: Which Fertility Preservation Option Is Right for You?
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.
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.
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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.
Can Prenatal Vitamins Support Fertility?
You’ve heard of taking a prenatal during your pregnancy, but what about taking prenatal vitamins while you’re trying to conceive? There’s good reason to start taking your prenatal as soon as you’re thinking about becoming pregnant (and both the CDC and Health Canada recommend that all people with eggs take daily folic acid if they could become pregnant since about half of pregnancies are unplanned). But, at the very least, doctors will recommend starting a prenatal when you’re trying to conceive—before you’re pregnant.
Addressing Inequities in Fertility Healthcare
In the United States, access to healthcare can vary based on a person's race or ethnicity. This is especially true in fertility treatment, where Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) often face significant challenges. These include higher rates of infertility compared to White individuals, yet lower rates of seeking treatment. For example, Black women are twice as likely as White women to experience infertility.
Love Shouldn’t Break the Bank: Affordable Options for LGBTQIA+ Family Building
Pride Month is a vibrant celebration of love, self-expression, and the LGBTQIA+ community. It's also a time to reflect on the beautiful diversity of families within the community, and the unique paths LGBTQIA+ individuals take to build them. For many, the dream of parenthood is a cherished desire, and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and surrogacy can be powerful tools to turn that dream into reality.
The Cost of the Decline in Male Fertility
For a growing number of couples, infertility is presenting significant hurdles to becoming parents. Studies indicate a concerning trend – sperm counts have been steadily declining over the past few decades, impacting reproductive health. This blog post will delve into the factors contributing to this decline, explore the implications for couples struggling to conceive, and shed light on the financial costs associated with treatments like IVF and sperm donation.
The Potential $1.7 Trillion Global Fertility Market
How large is the potential for the global fertility market? According to new research, the total potential demand for ‘assisted reproductive technology’ (ART) services including IVF, surrogacy, and medications is $1.7 trillion. The exponential growth of the industry is fueled by various factors including delayed childbearing, rising infertility rates, and advancements in reproductive technologies.
Is IVF and Surrogacy Tax Deductible?
For families using IVF, surrogacy, and/or egg donors to grow, these services are expensive - anywhere from $20,000 to $200,000. One silver lining is that some parts of the process can be tax deducted - but not for everyone. We’ll break down who and how patients can benefit from tax savings when using assisted reproduction technologies (ART) to build their family.
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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.
Join Sunfish and Surrogate First to learn more about the cost of surrogacy and potential solutions and help. We’ll discuss how much does surrogacy really cost, an overview of the surrogacy process, factors that influence the cost, and how to pay for it.