Dr. Toral Parikh on Women She Admires
On a daily basis, I find myself surrounded by women I admire; physician colleagues, advanced practitioners, sonographers, medical assistants, and administrative staff alike. Women who strive to push past the […]
What is the Right Age for Egg Freezing?
The quick answer is – once you have decided that you would like to preserve your fertility – the sooner the better. Age matters. When it comes to fertility, age […]
Key Fertility Hormones Explained
There are 7 key hormones involved in both male and female fertility. Testing the levels of these hormones will give you a good picture of your current fertility status. In […]
Doctor Not Mrs.
I’m a physician married to a physician. Initially, I did not think I would face obstacles because of our dual career paths. I would soon learn, however, professional and personal […]
Black History Month and Fertility: The Journey So Far
Celebrating Black History Month reminds me of the rich legacy of African Americans and all people of African descent, not only in the United States, but world-wide. To me, Black […]
Racial Disparities in Infertility for Black Women
By Tonya Wood, PhD Dr. Wood is a licensed psychologist who provides consultation, evaluation and psychotherapy. She is also on the faculty at Pepperdine University. Her academic scholarship focuses on […]
The Importance of Proactive Fertility Care
Being proactive about your health is the highest form of self-care. How can you be proactive about your reproductive health today? That’s easy. Know the (biological) facts. You are never […]
All About PCOS with Dr. Cain
What is PCOS? PCOS is the most common cause of irregular cycles in the US today. It is caused by hormone irregularities in the ovary. Normally you will ripen an […]
How To Ask for Fertility Benefits at Work
In recent years, a series of cultural and social shifts have brought conversations about fertility into the mainstream. Women are waiting longer to have children, more LGBTQ+ people are planning […]
Importance of Annual Fertility Assessments
By: Erica Keller – Kindbody Physician Assistant (San Fransisco) So you’ve completed your first Fertility Assessment appointment with Kindbody and you’ve been reassured that your ovarian reserve looks normal for […]