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Julie's Journey: Choosing Motherhood on Her Own Terms
Julie always knew she wanted to be a mom. It was a dream she held close, even when life didn't follow the traditional path. When her relationship didn't work out, she didn’t let that deter her from her ultimate goal.
Aug 20th, 2024
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Navigating Your Financial Options During Fertility Treatment
At OC Fertility + OC Biogenix, we know that financial constraints should not stand in the way of your dream to build a family. That’s why we are committed to helping you explore various financial assistance programs and options for your fertility journey.
Aug 13th, 2024

5 Things You Should Know Before Starting IVF
In Vitro Fertilization, also known as IVF, is often a great solution for those trying to conceive when faced with infertility, but what exactly does IVF entail? Before diving into the process, it’s important to be well-informed with these 5 things.
Jul 23rd, 2024
A textbook image of the female reproductive system being looked down upon by a person with light hair

What is a Uterine Cavity Evaluation?
A uterine cavity evaluation is an important part of the workup for anyone looking to get pregnant in the near future (for those interested in freezing eggs or embryos for later use, this part of the evaluation can often be deferred).
Jun 19th, 2024
A collage of Pride decorations at OC Fertility + OC Biogenix including staff holding flags and wearing party glasses

Pride Month: Supporting LGBTQ+ Family Building
We’re proud to support the LGBTQ+ community, not only by providing a safe place to discuss family building goals, but also as a supporter of our local LGBTQ+ Center of OC in their endeavors to support the people of Orange County.
Jun 1st, 2024
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Exploring Fertility in AAPI Communities
Let’s delve into the intricate nuances of fertility within Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities, celebrating resilience, confronting challenges, and fostering understanding as we celebrate AAPI month this May.
May 7th, 2024
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The Importance of PGT Testing of Embryos
In the realm of assisted reproductive technology (ART), Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) stands out as a groundbreaking tool that offers hope and empowerment to individuals and couples striving to build families.
Apr 9th, 2024
Embryologist looking at a embryo through microscope

Celebrating One Year of OC Biogenix IVF Laboratory
We recently celebrated one year since the introduction of OC Biogenix IVF Laboratory. This past year has been such a whirlwind, but we are thrilled that we have extended our service offering to each of our patients.
Jan 23rd, 2024
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Six Common Causes for Irregular Periods
For many women, the regularity of their menstrual cycle is not just a matter of convenience but an essential aspect of their overall health. Irregular periods can be more than just an inconvenience; they can also signal underlying health issues.
Dec 19th, 2023
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ASRM's New Definition of Infertility
In the field of reproductive medicine, the American Society for Reproductive Medicine recently made a significant update to its definition of infertility, marking a notable milestone in our understanding of human fertility and reproductive health.
Nov 7th, 2023
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Fertility Preservation in Individuals Diagnosed with Cancer
Cancer treatments such as chemo and radiation therapy can harm your fertility. For many, this can mean the chance of conceiving in the future is not possible, but with the right planning ahead of treatment, you can work on preserving your future fertility.
Oct 10th, 2023

The Future of Fertility: AI Technology in IVF
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the field of reproductive medicine is revolutionizing assisted reproductive technologies (ART) and changing the landscape of fertility treatments.
Aug 16th, 2023
5 Reasons Your Doctor May Recommend IUI

5 Reasons Your Doctor May Recommend IUI

When getting pregnant through intercourse isn’t working or possible for you, your doctor may recommend intrauterine insemination (IUI). This simple procedure doubles your chances of pregnancy. Here’s why your doctor might recommend it.
Aug 15th, 2023

Celebrating World Embryologist Day
Every year, on July 25th, World Embryologist Day is celebrated. This special day serves as a reminder of the remarkable scientific advancements and discoveries made in the field of embryology and its relevance to those going through fertility treatment in
Jul 24th, 2023

Understanding the Difference Between Cysts and Fibroids
Are you familiar with the terms cyst and fibroid? Chances are, you have heard of them but might not understand what exactly is a cyst and fibroid and what is the difference between the two. This blog post will dive deeper into what's different and similar.
Jul 11th, 2023
 3 Procedures that Complement IVF

3 Procedures that Complement IVF
When you’re in for in vitro fertilization (IVF), you’re in all the way. IVF may be your last chance to have a biological baby or the only way you could possibly have a baby. You may want to consider some complementary procedures to give yourself the best o
Jun 30th, 2023
4 Factors that Could Be The Reason You’re Not Getting Pregnant

4 Factors that Could Be The Reason You’re Not Getting Pregnant
After waiting for the perfect time to start your family, you’re flabbergasted that you’re not yet pregnant. Even though infertility is more and more common, you never thought it would affect you personally. Why are you having trouble conceiving?
May 24th, 2023

The Link Between Toilet Paper and Infertility
Toilet paper and infertility are not usually two words that you see linked together, but a recent research study uncovered that many brands of toilet paper have PFAS chemicals in them.
Apr 26th, 2023
Is IVF and Surrogacy Tax Deductible?

Is IVF and Surrogacy Tax Deductible?
For families using IVF, surrogacy, and/or egg donors to grow, these services are expensive. We’ll break down who and how patients can benefit from tax savings when using assisted reproduction technologies (ART) to build their family.
Apr 12th, 2023
Here’s What Happens During Ovulation Induction

Here’s What Happens During Ovulation Induction
If you have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) or for other reasons, your ovaries may not release a mature egg every 21-28 days. Irregular ovulation decreases your chances of conception. Ovulation induction increases them. Here’s how it works.
Apr 1st, 2023

Does Endometriosis Cause Infertility?
There is still a lot to learn about Endometriosis and how it impacts women, but there is significant evidence to show that it can impact fertility for many women. It is believed that up to 50% of women who have endometriosis will experience infertility.
Mar 28th, 2023

Busting Fertility Medication Myths
Fertility medications are often crucial for successful fertility treatment, but myths crop up in media coverage and on social media from time to time. Let’s debunk some myths circulating now, and set the record straight on fertility medication.
Mar 14th, 2023
4 Causes of Miscarriage

4 Causes of Miscarriage
When you have a miscarriage, your first question is, “Why”? Why did this happen to your baby? Why did it happen to you and your partner? Miscarriage may be common, but it’s devastating. Here’s why it may happen to you.
Mar 1st, 2023

The Importance of Progesterone for a Healthy Pregnancy
Progesterone is often referred to as the “pregnancy hormone,” and for good reason. Your progesterone levels not only play a key role in helping maintain a healthy pregnancy, but it also helps in preparation for pregnancy.
Feb 15th, 2023
How Endometriosis Can Impact Your Fertility

How Endometriosis Can Impact Your Fertility
Endometriosis has caused you painful, heavy periods for years. Will it also impact your fertility once you decide to become pregnant? If so, can you do anything to increase your odds of conceiving a healthy baby? You can.
Feb 2nd, 2023

Introducing OC Biogenix IVF Laboratory
We are very excited to announce that OC Fertility is bringing together our world-class doctors and care team with our new en suite state-of-the-art embryology IVF laboratory and procedure suite.
Jan 24th, 2023
Your New Year’s Fertility Resolutions

Your New Year’s Fertility Resolutions
As we near the new year, we are closing one chapter and starting a new one. We want this new year to bring a renewed sense of hope and determination to everyone going through fertility treatment and working towards their goal of becoming parents.
Dec 27th, 2022
Everything You Were Never Told About Ovulation

Everything You Were Never Told About Ovulation
You probably don’t think about your eggs when you get your period. Your attention is on the blood and trying to feel comfortable without leaking. But if you didn’t ovulate, you wouldn’t get a period, and you couldn’t get pregnant.
Dec 6th, 2022
How to Prepare for an Embryo Transfer

How to Prepare for an Embryo Transfer
Going through the process of IVF can leave you feeling overwhelmed and full of questions, but we’re here to guide you through each step of the process and give you a full breakdown of what to expect.
Nov 16th, 2022
5 Ways to Optimize Male Fertility During IVF

5 Ways to Optimize Male Fertility During IVF
OC Fertility recognizes that infertility is not necessarily “just a woman’s health issue” but also impacts men's health. In more than one-third of cases, sperm-related issues contribute to infertility in a couple.
Nov 8th, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions of our Doctors at OC Fertility
From the very first visit, we aim to educate our patients and answer any of their questions, but we also know that sometimes you might not know which questions you should be asking when it comes to your fertility journey.
Oct 19th, 2022
What Most People Don't Know About Male Infertility

What Most People Don't Know About Male Infertility
In the past, infertility was regarded as a woman’s problem. When a couple was infertile, the woman was often said to be “barren.” But just as conception takes two, so, in many cases, does lack of conception. Men can be infertile, too, and often are.
Oct 13th, 2022

Advanced Paternal Age and It's Impact on Fertility
While it’s not often discussed, advanced paternal age impacts fertility for men. We want to bring more awareness to this topic as it’s important for men to know that their age is also an essential factor in the fertility journey.
Sep 27th, 2022
OC Fertility and Future Family Present Fertility Financing 101: Knowing all your options

Video: Fertility Financing 101 - Knowing All Your Options
Are you considering taking the next steps in preserving your fertility for the future by freezing your eggs or sperm? Or maybe you have recently received a diagnosis that requires you to pursue fertility treatment to build your family now?
Sep 21st, 2022

Four Things You Should Know About PCOS
PCOS is an endocrine and metabolic disorder that affects many functions and parts of the body, most notably the ovaries. While many people with PCOS can conceive without difficulty, it is a common cause of infertility in women.
Sep 13th, 2022
Our Favorite Fertility Friendly Foods

Our Favorite Fertility Friendly Foods
If you’re ready to have a baby, it’s time to head to the grocery store or — better yet — the farmer’s market. Nourishing yourself with the right macronutrients and micronutrients prepares your body to feed a baby. Here’s how to eat for fertility.
Sep 7th, 2022
Single Parent By Choice

Exploring Fertility Treatment as a Single Parent By Choice
Deciding to become a single parent by choice is not always easy, but there is now so much opportunity for men and women to create a family independently. While you may face some additional challenges on your journey, we are here to help guide you.
Aug 30th, 2022
Choosing the Right Fertility Clinic for You

Choosing the Right Clinic and Knowing What to Expect
Choosing the right fertility clinic is top of mind for many couples and individuals looking to take the next steps when it comes to fertility treatment, but it’s not always an easy task figuring out which clinic is right for you.
Aug 23rd, 2022
Coping with Miscarriage and Loss

Coping with Miscarriage and Loss
It’s the reality that 1 in 4 pregnancies will result in a miscarriage, and this statistic can be daunting, especially for those who are undergoing fertility treatment as they are working towards creating the family of their dreams.
Aug 17th, 2022
What to Consider When Selecting Your Gestational Carrier

What to Consider When Selecting Your Gestational Carrier
You’re ready to have a baby, but you need a gestational carrier. A gestational carrier is someone who only provides her uterus, (embryos are created from another person’s eggs) and selecting the right person is imperative.
Jul 5th, 2022

Uterine Fibroid Awareness Month
July is National Uterine Fibroid Awareness Month and there’s one big reason to help spread awareness this month. Approximately 80% of women will have developed fibroids in their lifetime by the age of 50.
Jul 1st, 2022
Managing Anxiety During a Post-Miscarriage Pregnancy

Managing Anxiety During a Post-Miscarriage Pregnancy
You’re pregnant again! You want to be happy and joyful. And you are. But you’re also wracked with worry, because you had a prior miscarriage: What if you lose this baby, too? Here’s how to manage your anxiety.
Jun 8th, 2022
If you’re a trans man who wants a baby, you may consider freezing your eggs

How Egg Freezing Can Benefit You as a Transgender Parent

If you’re a trans man who wants a baby, you may consider freezing your eggs. Egg freezing is recommended for all people with ovaries who aren’t yet ready to have children. It may be especially important if you take hormones or get bottom surgery.
May 11th, 2022
Stress and Infertility: How are they Linked?

Stress and Infertility: How are they Linked?
It’s a Hollywood cliche: An infertile couple is told to “relax and have fun.” They head out on vacation, and bingo! Next scene, they have a baby. That scenario’s just a bit too good to be true, but the link between stress and infertility is real.
Apr 1st, 2022
5 Encouraging Facts About IVF

5 Encouraging Facts About IVF
You’ve tried everything else, and now you wonder if in vitro fertilization (IVF) is the procedure you need to build the family of your dreams. However, you know that IVF is relatively expensive and can’t be guaranteed. Is it worth the risk?
Mar 8th, 2022
I’m Intersex: Can I Have a Baby?

I’m Intersex: Can I Have a Baby?
If you’re intersex, you may wonder if it’s possible for you to have a baby. The answer depends on your individual anatomy, chromosomes, and hormones. The answer may also depend on whether assisted-reproductive technology (ART) can help you.
Feb 3rd, 2022
Are There Downsides or Risks to Egg Freezing?

Are There Downsides or Risks to Egg Freezing?
The upside to egg freezing is pretty awesome: You preserve your youthful eggs while you’re still fertile. Then, when you’re ready for a baby, your eggs are ready for you — no matter how old you are. But is there a downside?
Jan 5th, 2022
Why Can't I Get Pregnant?

When To Seek Help If You’re Not Getting Pregnant
It’s not always clear as to when the 'right' time to check in with a doctor about trying to get pregnant is.  Here, we cover the textbook answers, as well as the reality of when it may be helpful to seek expert advice.
Jan 4th, 2022
6 Potential Causes of Infertility

6 Potential Causes of Infertility
You always thought it was a simple thing to have a baby. In fact, you spent a lot more time preventing unwanted pregnancies than you did considering infertility. But now either you or your partner is infertile. Why? And what can you do about it?
Dec 12th, 2021
Effective Pregnancy Options for Same-Sex Couples

Effective Pregnancy Options for Same-Sex Couples
Same-sex and LGBTQIA+ couples can have their own biological children, thanks to assisted-reproductive technologies (ART). If you and your partner yearn to create a family with DNA from one or both of you, you have a variety of options.
Nov 14th, 2021