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0/ Dive into the latest in fertility and reproductive health! From AI in IVF to the risks of smoking during pregnancy, here’s your quick guide to what’s happening. 1/ 🩺 Say goodbye to the dreaded speculum! Starting this fall, women can choose a self-swab instead of the traditional Pap smear, making cervical cancer screening more comfortable. https://lnkd.in/eKSp7wYs 2/ 🤖 AI vs. Embryologists: A new study shows AI is nearly as good as human experts at picking the best IVF embryos—and it’s way faster! But don't count out the human touch just yet. https://lnkd.in/ebPr7gYu 3/  ⏰ Men’s Biological Clock Is Ticking Too! Research shows dads over 50 face increased risks of complications like preterm birth and low birth weight. Time to pay attention, gentlemen! https://lnkd.in/eRKzmMPw 4/ 🚭 Just One Cigarette? Still Too Risky! Even 1-2 cigarettes a day can significantly increase the risk of severe health complications for newborns. No level of smoking is safe for your baby. https://lnkd.in/e8fAa_hQ 5/ 👶 Not IVF, but IUI! Gov Tim Walz reveals his family’s fertility journey relied on IUI (intrauterine insemination), not IVF. While IVF is under fire from some anti-abortion groups, IUI remains a crucial and less controversial fertility treatment. https://lnkd.in/ehCrN4J6 6/ 💉 Goodbye Needle Jabs: A subcutaneous catheter could replace daily injections for IVF and egg freezing. It’s just as effective and easier on patients. https://lnkd.in/eGgsqp-p 7/ 🎭 Fertility Election Drama: With parties clashing over fertility issues, are they really addressing why fewer people are having kids? Dive into the messy debate. https://lnkd.in/eQjsU5Pa 8/ 📊 Another Record Low: The U.S. fertility rate hit a new low in 2023, dropping another 3%. Delayed childbearing, economic woes, and changes in reproductive rights are all in the mix. What’s behind the ongoing baby bust? https://lnkd.in/eXztHA7T 9/🩸 Endometriosis and Your Fertility: New research highlights that not all types of endometriosis are created equal when it comes to fertility challenges. https://lnkd.in/ewGtNYxp 10/ Curious About Fertility? Subscribe to the Egg Drop and get the latest insights on fertility, pregnancy health, and more—delivered straight to your inbox! https://lnkd.in/ek2nW4Nf

Join us tomorrow at 1:00 PM ET for an Instagram Live on Fertility Preservation: Expert Tips & Real Stories! We’re thrilled to host Dr. Jaime Knopman and Ali Jackson as they share medical insights and personal experiences on egg freezing and fertility preservation. DM us any questions you want to make sure we answer live! https://lnkd.in/eajFRi3y #fertilitypreservation #eggfreezingjourney #fertilitysupport

In just 3 weeks, my rainbow baby turns 5 years old. It took us 3 years to have Elle, after a devastating loss post 1.5 years of trying. The trauma of infertility still runs so deep for me that I don’t think I can try again and go back to that physical and mental space that overwhelmed my life for over 7 years (we tried again for a second). And yet, I wouldn’t change a thing. Elle is the absolute love of my life, the sunshine in everyone’s day, and the human that teaches me something new daily--deeply compassionate, hilariously funny, and the most curious little human. And as much as I wouldn’t wish this on anyone, infertility created a calling for me, and I’m honored every day to support those who are trying to get through it--and lift a bit of the burden, stigma, shame, and anxiety they have while they do. Today on National Rainbow Baby Day, I'm reflecting on the journey that brought Elle into our lives and the incredible strength it took to get here. Whether you’re just getting started and struck by how little we learned about our bodies in HS sex education, you’re exploring preservation, deep in the throes of IVF, just faced a loss, or are pregnant, Conceive is here to answer any and all questions you have--and teach you what questions to ask. From the simple (and yet critical), “Can I have a glass of wine tonight?” to the very sophisticated, “Should I do PRP for my endometrial lining thickness?“—our nurses are here for you. We are trained by the best doctors in the country and are partnered with the best clinics. And our peer coaches have been through every aspect of a fertility journey, lending their ears and their deep compassion, giving you the tools you need to move forward and feel emotionally supported. We help with everything from how to shift your mindset during the two week wait--to how to set boundaries with your mother-in-law (sorry if I triggered anyone). Our community groups are the icing on top--curated based on where you're at in the journey. As a testament to how deeply connected they are, one of our members recently joined her pregnancy group from the hospital bed about to give birth! There is a lot of magic happening here. Today and every day, me and my dream team are eternally grateful to be here for you 🌈

This weekend, RMA of New York showed support for the community in the East End, celebrating family building, along with the delicious tastes of the region with every bite! With clinics that extend beyond NYC, Westchester and Brooklyn, RMA of New York - Long Island is proud to serve all of Long Island with five locations and an IVF lab in Melville.

0/ Ready for your weekly dose of #FridayFertilityNews? We’re diving into the myths of “natural” conception, the surprising impacts of trauma on fertility, and more. Get comfy; these insights are too good to miss! 1/ 🛡️ Handling Nosy Questions: We've all faced those awkward questions about having kids. Discover three ways to gracefully dodge them and keep your sanity. Plus, Conceive’s here to help you navigate these moments with confidence and care.  https://lnkd.in/eqJkt3Gv 2/ ❄️ Egg Freezing in China: Women like Teresa Xu are challenging China's limits on egg freezing to only married couples, sparking essential conversations about reproductive rights. https://lnkd.in/eyAiGMqK 3/ 🍃 Redefining “Natural” Parenthood: The pressure to conceive “naturally” is real, but assisted reproductive technologies are a vital path to parenthood for many. Let’s celebrate all ways to create a family https://lnkd.in/ejjbGrQ2 4/ 🌀 Alabama’s Embryo Ruling Fallout: The ripple effects of Alabama's ruling are pushing fertility clinics to move embryos out of state, adding another layer of complexity to the post-Roe landscape https://lnkd.in/e4_adbTu 5/🧪 AMH & Male Fertility: New research from @Fertility & Sterility links low AMH levels and not-so-great semen quality in men, shedding light on male fertility assessments https://lnkd.in/erHAXhnS. 6/ 🧠 Trigger Warning: Can Sexual Trauma Affect Fertility? A journalist explores how sexual trauma may lead to unexplained infertility, offering crucial insights for those curious about the connection.  https://lnkd.in/erX-8Uni 7/ 🚨 Ectopic Pregnancy Denials in Texas: Two women are taking legal action after being denied care for ectopic pregnancies, highlighting dangers of restrictive abortion laws.  https://lnkd.in/ejEytN8M 8/ 🏠 DIY Fertility—Worth It? At-home insemination kits and hormone tests are on the rise, but are they as effective as they claim? Before you skip the clinic, make sure you know what you’re getting into. https://lnkd.in/eK6x68Fq 9/ 🔥 IVF Under Fire: Conservative Christian groups are targeting IVF in their latest push, which could have significant implications for reproductive rights.  https://lnkd.in/e4FueBRP 10/ Love this roundup? Get even more fertility insights and updates in The Egg Drop newsletter. Sign up here and stay in the loop ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ek2nW4Nf

Fertility challenges are some of the most isolating experiences someone can go through, and yet, one in eight Americans struggle to conceive and nearly half of Americans have either sought fertility treatment or know someone who has. It’s why we’re proud to be launching a mental health initiative entirely focused on supporting those in the midst of fertility journeys. Introducing our latest collection, created in partnership with Spring Fertility: the Support For Your Fertility Journey collection — completely free for members and non-members alike — full of guided meditations, mindfulness exercises, and a three-part docuseries with firsthand experience from our meditation teachers. In addition to this collection designed to help those on fertility journeys feel seen, heard, and supported, we’re proud to be providing an IVF grant to a member of the Headspace community to cover a cycle of treatment. In an effort to continue advancing the dialogue on the mental health toll of fertility challenges, we’re also proud to be partnering with Rescripted and Conceive. Read more about Headspace’s fertility support initiative:

I turned 42 last month and began to reflect on the many lives I've had and hats I've worn. Distilled down into one essay, that goes deep. Buckle up! Introducing--Conceived: Life advice you can take (or absolutely leave) Listen, I wish I could tell you it gets better. But, it doesn’t get better. You get better. — Joan Rivers https://lnkd.in/eeB8R_9X