The Thin Pink Line (ART Compass Blog) – In our context represents the struggle, and strife of the “infertility warrior” trying to make sense of and create order out of the chaos of infertility – doctors, diagnoses, meds, and IVF cycle information.
The thin pink line between two black fields also pays respect to all the “loss” that goes into infertility care- from failed cycles, to failed FETs, “biochemical” pregnancies, blighted ovums, miscarriages and more.
Lastly, the thin pink line also references the line infertility warriors walk everyday- between hope and despair- between being a parent or not (typically abbreviated to “PUPO” or pregnant until proven otherwise in infertility forums).
An embryologist is a fertility specialist that helps to create viable embryos to either be used in IVF right away or to be frozen for later use. Embryologists aren’t MDs, but they are highly trained medical professionals, usually holding a Masters degree or a PhD due to the specialized nature of their work. Here are ten things they wish you knew about IVF!
Comparing Babysentry vs. eIVF vs. ART Compass IVF by itself is a process that is emotionally and physically draining for a patient. It requires squeezing trips to the clinic during your lunch breaks and agonizing waits after certain procedures. Choosing the right clinic and the right app is crucial in order to comfortably navigate your …
Is IVF painful? It’s a good question! And the truth is, there really is not a great deal of pain involved in IVF. It may seem like it but, understanding the process of IVF and what exactly happens may make it seem less daunting! So let’s break down some of the steps of IVF that …
The Real Truth: Can IVF cause cancer Are you slightly nervous about beginning fertility treatments? It’s completely normal! Having questions is completely understandable and we urge you to ask them! Learning more about the ways in which you can overcome infertility and gathering all the information you can is exactly how you can take control …
The first ever “test tube baby” was born in 1978. Though that was 42 years ago, it is still relatively recent compared to other scientific discoveries. It’s understandable that you might have your questions about the efficiency of IVF and its outcome. So, are IVF babies healthy? One of the most common questions is if …
A common misconception in the world of infertility is that when an individual has successfully conceived a child, they will always be able to successfully conceive a child after that. Unfortunately, that is not always true. So, what is secondary infertility? Secondary infertility is the inability to become pregnant for a full term or conceive …
IVF Clinic Software IVF is a procedure that can be genuinely and truly stressful for a patient. It requires making trips to the IVF center during the day and sometimes long waits. Picking the correct REI clinic and the best software application can help make this journey better for both you and your doctor! Choosing …
The Best Fertility Apps – According to Fertility Health Professionals When trying to conceive we think you should definitely consider the aid of some great fertility apps out there to track things like your menstrual cycle and ovulation, and even some that help your doctor help you through the process better. Below is a thorough …
Parents to be embarking on the surrogacy journey are often faced with the predicament of bonding with their unborn child. It might seem like forming a connection with your child growing inside another woman’s womb, is difficult.
Does Embryo Grading Matter? #Embryo grading is not an exact science, but it is a tool that providers use in addition to other factors to determine which embryos may be fit for transferring. Blastocysts are embryos that have advanced to the 5 or 6 day stage. Blastocysts possess an inner cell mass which will become …
