What Is IVF? | Information & Resources for Every Step

IVF 101

When there’s so much fertility treatment and IVF information out there, it can be hard to know where to start. Explore the articles below to help you feel more confident in your next steps.

Your guide to IVF

Discover everything from who IVF might be a good choice for, to 9 steps you can expect to go through during a cycle.

How to tell if a fertility clinic is right for you

IVF can be a complex and emotional experience. Finding the right team for your journey is critical. Learn what to keep in mind when making your choice.

Your first visits with a fertility specialist

Find out what kinds of conversations and examinations you may have when you begin meeting with a reproductive endocrinologist.

Tips for managing stress

Explore 7 practical ways to manage stress throughout your IVF journey.

Managing expectations with IVF

See what a typical IVF cycle looks like and what you might expect for success rates based on your age.

Getting ready for your next cycle

Going through another cycle of IVF can be a very hard decision to make. Discover ways to prepare emotionally, financially, and more.

Paying for fertility treatments and IVF

Did you know the cost of IVF can vary widely? Learn how much you may have to spend, and how you might make it more affordable.

Doctor discussion guides

Knowing what to ask your doctor is important before starting fertility treatment, choosing a surrogate, or exploring donor options. Download our free PDFs below to help you gather your thoughts and feel more prepared for your appointment.

FERTILITY TESTING AND TREATMENT

For couples or individuals who haven’t been able to become pregnant naturally.

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LGBTQ+ FAMILY BUILDING

For LGBTQ couples who may need to explore third-party options to achieve parenthood.

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PODCAST

Informational and inspirational conversations

Listen to fertility specialists and patients share their knowledge and experiences with IVF, egg and embryo freezing, and surrogacy and donation to help educate and empower others navigating their own family planning journeys.

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VIDEOS

Hear from others

Watch the videos below for personal stories and expert advice about IVF and fertility treatments.

Marisa

A male factor infertility diagnosis caused Marisa to move on to IVF, which resulted in pregnancy with fraternal twins after her first cycle of IVF.

Allyn Ann

After being diagnosed with PCOS and endometriosis, Allyn Ann turned to IUI and IVF and had to persevere through multiple cycles of both to finally become pregnant.

Kathy’s Advice: Preservation

The director of clinical services at Texas Fertility Center explains why it’s important not to get discouraged if pregnancy doesn’t happen right away.

Karen’s Advice: Infertility

The director of nursing at Reproductive Biology Associates talks about facing fertility head on.

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