Infertility and the Holidays The holiday season often brings friends and family together, providing an opportunity to reconnect and share stories. However, for individuals and couples struggling with infertility, these gatherings can also bring anxiety. In this blog, Virginia Fertility & IVF offers some guidance on...
Why Normal Test Results Don't Always Equal a Clear Diagnosis When couples struggle to conceive, we often first seek answers through fertility testing. However, receiving normal results can feel both relieving and frustrating. Many individuals wrongly assume that normal test results mean there is nothing wrong,...
Fertility Preservation: FAQs During Breast Cancer Awareness Month As Breast Cancer Awareness Month takes center stage in October, it's important to shed light on the topic of fertility preservation for women undergoing cancer treatment. In fact, the American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO) recommends that all...
Age and Female Fertility: Understanding the Impact It's no secret that as women get older, fertility problems tend to crop up more frequently. In our society especially, where women pursue rewarding careers and often delay starting a family in the process, deciding when to have a...
Optimizing Your Natural Fertility: 7 Tips for a Successful Journey When it comes to building a family, many individuals and couples wish to explore natural fertility options before considering assisted reproductive techniques. At Virginia Fertility & IVF, we understand the importance of optimizing your natural fertility....
The Link Between Testosterone Supplements and Low Sperm Counts in Men In recent years, the use of testosterone supplements has gained popularity among men seeking to boost their energy levels, muscle mass, and overall libido and well-being. However, an unintended consequence of these supplements is their...
We’ve had kids before, so why am I having difficulty getting pregnant again? For many couples or individuals who have successfully conceived a child in the past, the expectation of easily achieving future pregnancies can be taken for granted. However, secondary infertility is a reality that...
One of the problems with irregular periods is that, for many women, period irregularities feel normal. If you’ve never had a regular period that comes about every 21 to 35 days, then that’s the only “normal” you know. Irregular Periods Are Never Normal However, irregular periods are...
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Most patients who come to us for their initial consultation and infertility testing already live in a heightened state of stress. In most cases, depending on the woman’s age, we meet patients after they’ve tried to get pregnant for six months to a year or...
