A firefighter longed to be a dad. Then a baby was abandoned at his firehouseA couple's struggle with infertility leads them to adopt a newborn dropped off at a Safe Haven Baby Box, marking a new beginning for their family.
After struggling with infertility, a couple adopted 9 children. Then they were surprised with pregnancyElisha Hodge's journey illustrates how love and resilience can create family beyond biological connections.
Dad of 3 boys has an emotional reaction the first time he sees his baby girl in pigtailsA father's emotional reaction to his daughter's first pigtails illustrates the profound bond and joy in parenting.
A couple who struggled with infertility adopted triplets. Then they took a pregnancy testThe Levasseurs turned to fostering after struggling with infertility, focusing on reunification and finding purpose in loving children in need.
I'm the world's most famous sperm donor - I'm close to having fathered 100 childrenKyle Gordy, the world's most famous sperm donor, will be the father to 100 children worldwide by year's end and plans to continue donating.
All about Tim Walz's wife Gwen Walz and 2 kids: Meet the VP pick's familyMinnesota Gov. Tim Walz's family background and personal journey highlight themes of humility, education, and perseverance in the face of challenges.
A firefighter longed to be a dad. Then a baby was abandoned at his firehouseA couple's struggle with infertility leads them to adopt a newborn dropped off at a Safe Haven Baby Box, marking a new beginning for their family.
After struggling with infertility, a couple adopted 9 children. Then they were surprised with pregnancyElisha Hodge's journey illustrates how love and resilience can create family beyond biological connections.
Dad of 3 boys has an emotional reaction the first time he sees his baby girl in pigtailsA father's emotional reaction to his daughter's first pigtails illustrates the profound bond and joy in parenting.
A couple who struggled with infertility adopted triplets. Then they took a pregnancy testThe Levasseurs turned to fostering after struggling with infertility, focusing on reunification and finding purpose in loving children in need.
I'm the world's most famous sperm donor - I'm close to having fathered 100 childrenKyle Gordy, the world's most famous sperm donor, will be the father to 100 children worldwide by year's end and plans to continue donating.
All about Tim Walz's wife Gwen Walz and 2 kids: Meet the VP pick's familyMinnesota Gov. Tim Walz's family background and personal journey highlight themes of humility, education, and perseverance in the face of challenges.
I Had My Fallopian Tubes Removed To End My Marriage. My Then-Husband's Reaction Shocked Me.The author chooses to become infertile amidst personal and marital turmoil during the pandemic.
Trump Signs Order on In Vitro Fertilization. Here's What to Know About the ProcedureTrump signed an executive order to reduce IVF costs and improve access for families facing infertility.
For Duckworth, Preserving I.V.F. Access Is PersonalSenator Duckworth advocates for IVF access due to her personal infertility struggle after combat injuries.
Tim Walz is a new kind of reproductive rights messengerTim Walz emphasizes the importance of discussing male experiences with infertility, breaking traditional stigmas around reproductive rights.
I Had My Fallopian Tubes Removed To End My Marriage. My Then-Husband's Reaction Shocked Me.The author chooses to become infertile amidst personal and marital turmoil during the pandemic.
Trump Signs Order on In Vitro Fertilization. Here's What to Know About the ProcedureTrump signed an executive order to reduce IVF costs and improve access for families facing infertility.
For Duckworth, Preserving I.V.F. Access Is PersonalSenator Duckworth advocates for IVF access due to her personal infertility struggle after combat injuries.
Tim Walz is a new kind of reproductive rights messengerTim Walz emphasizes the importance of discussing male experiences with infertility, breaking traditional stigmas around reproductive rights.
Holistic Approaches to Fertility: Alternative and Complementary TherapiesInfertility might not always have a clear cause, but lifestyle changes and holistic methods, including probiotics and acupuncture, can enhance fertility.
From overly tight underwear to conceiving after 35 experts bust fertility mythsMany women are concerned about fertility after stopping the pill, despite a majority conceiving quickly afterward.
Holistic Approaches to Fertility: Alternative and Complementary TherapiesInfertility might not always have a clear cause, but lifestyle changes and holistic methods, including probiotics and acupuncture, can enhance fertility.
From overly tight underwear to conceiving after 35 experts bust fertility mythsMany women are concerned about fertility after stopping the pill, despite a majority conceiving quickly afterward.
A moment that changed me: My miscarriages were devastating then an orca's grief made me try againThe emotional aftermath of miscarriage is profound and often compounded by medical complications, leaving individuals in deep sorrow and darkness.
The Blame Game in InfertilityInfertility challenges relationships, invoking self-blame, creating stress, and necessitating improved communication and support through counseling.
When Fertility Struggles Shatter Your Sense of SelfInfertility can deeply impact a person's identity, leading to significant psychological transformation.
You Don't Need to Fix It: Offering Support for InfertilityActive listening is crucial when supporting someone dealing with infertility grief, as advice may be counterproductive.
I Don't Identify With Infertility-Or Do I?Infertility evokes universal emotions that connect us, highlighting shared struggles and the burden of unspoken pain.
A moment that changed me: My miscarriages were devastating then an orca's grief made me try againThe emotional aftermath of miscarriage is profound and often compounded by medical complications, leaving individuals in deep sorrow and darkness.
The Blame Game in InfertilityInfertility challenges relationships, invoking self-blame, creating stress, and necessitating improved communication and support through counseling.
When Fertility Struggles Shatter Your Sense of SelfInfertility can deeply impact a person's identity, leading to significant psychological transformation.
You Don't Need to Fix It: Offering Support for InfertilityActive listening is crucial when supporting someone dealing with infertility grief, as advice may be counterproductive.
I Don't Identify With Infertility-Or Do I?Infertility evokes universal emotions that connect us, highlighting shared struggles and the burden of unspoken pain.
Man receives world's first sperm transplant in groundbreaking trialA groundbreaking stem cell transplant offers hope for men with azoospermia, potentially restoring fertility after cancer treatment.
Dear Life Kit: My wife wants to use the last of our savings for a 4th round of IVFEffective communication and mutual support are essential for couples facing infertility challenges.
New method could increase fertility for women undergoing IVF and egg freezingA new egg maturation technique from Japan may enhance IVF outcomes and reproductive success rates for humans and animals.
The future of fertility, from artificial wombs to AI-assisted IVFAI is set to revolutionize IVF, making it more successful and affordable.
I'm 37, I Make 44,000 & I'm About To Start IVF For The 3rd TimeThe emotional and financial complexities of undergoing IVF highlight the deeper personal and relational considerations couples face during fertility treatments.
IVF treatments could be covered by health insurance if this legislation is passedThe H.O.P.E. with Fertility Services Act aims to mandate insurance coverage for infertility treatments like IVF.Bi-partisan support highlights a collective recognition of the challenges faced by couples experiencing infertility.
Rachel had been ready to leave me if our IVF hadn't worked': writer Jack Thorne on how his family's fertility struggles inspired his new filmThe groundbreaking work of Edwards, Steptoe, and Purdy led to the birth of the first IVF baby, impacting millions worldwide.
Dear Life Kit: My wife wants to use the last of our savings for a 4th round of IVFEffective communication and mutual support are essential for couples facing infertility challenges.
New method could increase fertility for women undergoing IVF and egg freezingA new egg maturation technique from Japan may enhance IVF outcomes and reproductive success rates for humans and animals.
The future of fertility, from artificial wombs to AI-assisted IVFAI is set to revolutionize IVF, making it more successful and affordable.
I'm 37, I Make 44,000 & I'm About To Start IVF For The 3rd TimeThe emotional and financial complexities of undergoing IVF highlight the deeper personal and relational considerations couples face during fertility treatments.
IVF treatments could be covered by health insurance if this legislation is passedThe H.O.P.E. with Fertility Services Act aims to mandate insurance coverage for infertility treatments like IVF.Bi-partisan support highlights a collective recognition of the challenges faced by couples experiencing infertility.
Rachel had been ready to leave me if our IVF hadn't worked': writer Jack Thorne on how his family's fertility struggles inspired his new filmThe groundbreaking work of Edwards, Steptoe, and Purdy led to the birth of the first IVF baby, impacting millions worldwide.
Influencer Hailey Okula dies of complications from finally giving birth after 2-year struggle to get pregnantHailey Okula, a popular nursing influencer, tragically died from complications related to childbirth shortly after welcoming her first child.
How Grieving a Dream's Loss Built Hope for a New Life - Tiny BuddhaGrief can be transformative, offering insights into personal strength and purpose despite the pain of loss.
Curious about exploring your spirituality? Ask yourself these 4 questionsSpirituality can be personalized and found in everyday moments, offering comfort and connection when traditional religious communities may fail.
How Grieving a Dream's Loss Built Hope for a New Life - Tiny BuddhaGrief can be transformative, offering insights into personal strength and purpose despite the pain of loss.
Curious about exploring your spirituality? Ask yourself these 4 questionsSpirituality can be personalized and found in everyday moments, offering comfort and connection when traditional religious communities may fail.
How Fertility Stress Disrupts IntimacyInfertility stress alters couples' emotional connections, pushing them into survival mode.Conversations shift from connection to logistics, eroding intimacy.Rebuilding closeness requires awareness, honest discussions, and small gestures.
13 Things to Say When Someone Asks Why You Haven't Had a Baby YetPressure on couples to have children can lead to uncomfortable inquiries from family and friends, highlighting societal expectations around reproduction.
Ask Allison: I want to have another child using donor eggs so my daughter has a sibling but my husband refusesThe decision about pursuing donor eggs should consider both personal desires and the impact on family dynamics.
How Fertility Stress Disrupts IntimacyInfertility stress alters couples' emotional connections, pushing them into survival mode.Conversations shift from connection to logistics, eroding intimacy.Rebuilding closeness requires awareness, honest discussions, and small gestures.
13 Things to Say When Someone Asks Why You Haven't Had a Baby YetPressure on couples to have children can lead to uncomfortable inquiries from family and friends, highlighting societal expectations around reproduction.
Ask Allison: I want to have another child using donor eggs so my daughter has a sibling but my husband refusesThe decision about pursuing donor eggs should consider both personal desires and the impact on family dynamics.
The Green-Eyed Monster: Navigating Jealousy in InfertilityJealousy during infertility is a natural emotion that signals deep longing for parenthood.Self-compassion can help manage jealousy, leading to emotional growth and stronger relationships.
Exploring Embryo Donation: How Embryo Donors Create A Path To Parenthood Through IVFEmbryo donation offers an opportunity for parenthood to families facing infertility, transforming unused embryos into new lives.
Theater Review: Lauren Yee's Samsara Is a Comedy About Reproductive Imperialism and DesireThe play 'Samsara' addresses the emotional complexities and societal pressures surrounding infertility and the desire for parenthood.
Infertility made me feel guilty, says TV newsreaderInfertility can lead to profound feelings of guilt and loneliness, as experienced by Andrea Byrne during her seven-year journey.
The Green-Eyed Monster: Navigating Jealousy in InfertilityJealousy during infertility is a natural emotion that signals deep longing for parenthood.Self-compassion can help manage jealousy, leading to emotional growth and stronger relationships.
Exploring Embryo Donation: How Embryo Donors Create A Path To Parenthood Through IVFEmbryo donation offers an opportunity for parenthood to families facing infertility, transforming unused embryos into new lives.
Theater Review: Lauren Yee's Samsara Is a Comedy About Reproductive Imperialism and DesireThe play 'Samsara' addresses the emotional complexities and societal pressures surrounding infertility and the desire for parenthood.
Infertility made me feel guilty, says TV newsreaderInfertility can lead to profound feelings of guilt and loneliness, as experienced by Andrea Byrne during her seven-year journey.
Men with this reproductive issue are 500% more likely to be genetically predisposed to cancerInfertility in men may indicate a higher risk of hereditary cancer, as new research reveals genetic links.
Luke O'Neill: Noise and air pollution putting us in peril as fertility rates plummetMen's sperm production has decreased by 50% globally over the past 50 years, which poses a fertility crisis.
Men with this reproductive issue are 500% more likely to be genetically predisposed to cancerInfertility in men may indicate a higher risk of hereditary cancer, as new research reveals genetic links.
Luke O'Neill: Noise and air pollution putting us in peril as fertility rates plummetMen's sperm production has decreased by 50% globally over the past 50 years, which poses a fertility crisis.
A Video Of A MAGA Voter Who Said They Were Fired Because Of Trump's Gov. Cuts Is Going ViralVoters prioritize personal issues when choosing candidates.
Why Do People Keep Trying After Failed Fertility Treatments?Continuing fertility treatment embodies resilience and hope, not denial, as patients redefine their journeys amidst uncertainty.
There's Excitement About a Drug That Could Extend Fertility for Women. But Hold On a Second.Rapamycin shows potential to extend female fertility by five years, but human studies are lacking convincing evidence.
Many working Americans want children later in life. Fertility startups are making their dreams more possible.Increased focus on fertility treatment options addresses the delayed parenting choices of many adults.
Why Do People Keep Trying After Failed Fertility Treatments?Continuing fertility treatment embodies resilience and hope, not denial, as patients redefine their journeys amidst uncertainty.
There's Excitement About a Drug That Could Extend Fertility for Women. But Hold On a Second.Rapamycin shows potential to extend female fertility by five years, but human studies are lacking convincing evidence.
Many working Americans want children later in life. Fertility startups are making their dreams more possible.Increased focus on fertility treatment options addresses the delayed parenting choices of many adults.
Infertility and the Fear of VanishingInfertility can trigger thanatophobia, highlighting fears of mortality and legacy.
Living in Cycles: The Time-Warped Reality of InfertilityInfertility disrupts normal life flow, fragmenting time into treatment cycles and creating profound feelings of isolation.
Infertility and the Fear of VanishingInfertility can trigger thanatophobia, highlighting fears of mortality and legacy.
Living in Cycles: The Time-Warped Reality of InfertilityInfertility disrupts normal life flow, fragmenting time into treatment cycles and creating profound feelings of isolation.
Donor Conception Disclosure: Telling OthersSecrecy surrounding donor conception may harm donor children, emphasizing the need for open discussion about their origins.
Uterus Transplants Offer New Hope for Some People Who Want to Carry a PregnancyUterus transplants offer new hope for those with uterine abnormalities to conceive and carry their own biological children.
Colton Underwood and husband welcome their son, Bishop - LGBTQ NationColton Underwood and husband Jordan C. Brown welcome their son after overcoming infertility challenges through surrogacy and lifestyle changes.
Maria Menounos shares 'judgmental' comment a friend made to her about choosing surrogacyMaria Menounos faced judgment from a friend regarding her surrogacy decision after years of infertility, leading her to sever ties with the friend.
Uterus Transplants Offer New Hope for Some People Who Want to Carry a PregnancyUterus transplants offer new hope for those with uterine abnormalities to conceive and carry their own biological children.
Colton Underwood and husband welcome their son, Bishop - LGBTQ NationColton Underwood and husband Jordan C. Brown welcome their son after overcoming infertility challenges through surrogacy and lifestyle changes.
Maria Menounos shares 'judgmental' comment a friend made to her about choosing surrogacyMaria Menounos faced judgment from a friend regarding her surrogacy decision after years of infertility, leading her to sever ties with the friend.
Tiny robots, big impact: Revolutionizing infertility treatment with magnetic microrobotsA new magnetically driven robotic microscrew provides a less invasive alternative for treating fallopian tube blockages in females.
I Just Learned that My Husband Is Shooting Blanks. I'm Considering a Drastic Measure.Couples facing male infertility must navigate differing opinions on family-building options, requiring open communication and emotional support.
MAGA supporter says if wife doesn't get pregnant during sex then it's 'gay sex'Josiah Moody's comments blur the lines between sexuality and reproduction, inciting widespread reaction and questioning among internet users.
Exposure to air pollution increases infertility risk, US study findsAir pollution exposure negatively impacts fertility for both men and women.
BMI Restrictions & Reproductive Justice in the "Ozempic Baby" EraBMI-based restrictions in fertility care perpetuate exclusion of marginalized groups, prompting ethical concerns regarding justice and equity in reproductive healthcare.
Correcting Hormone Imbalance in Women with PCOSResveratrol can effectively address hormone imbalances in women with PCOS, potentially improving fertility and health outcomes.
The Path Less Traveled: Redefining Success Beyond ParenthoodSociety imposes unrealistic expectations of success tied to marriage and children, creating emotional challenges for those facing infertility.True fulfillment comes from acknowledging and embracing diverse life choices, not just those that conform to traditional family structures.
Human embryo models are getting more realistic - raising ethical questionsEmbryo models, though imperfect, promise insights into early development, addressing infertility and improving IVF success rates.
Lab-grown sperm and eggs: 'epigenetic' reset in human cells paves the wayA technique has been discovered to recreate a crucial developmental step in a dish, bringing the possibility of growing human sperm and eggs in the laboratory closer.
Human embryo models are getting more realistic - raising ethical questionsEmbryo models, though imperfect, promise insights into early development, addressing infertility and improving IVF success rates.
Lab-grown sperm and eggs: 'epigenetic' reset in human cells paves the wayA technique has been discovered to recreate a crucial developmental step in a dish, bringing the possibility of growing human sperm and eggs in the laboratory closer.
Why are women who don't have children an easy target? | LettersCriticism of childless women is often oversimplified and ignores the complexities of individual circumstances.
Aetna to start covering IUI after a lawsuit, providers and families rejoice - LGBTQ NationAetna now provides intrauterine insemination coverage for all policyholders, ensuring equality in reproductive health access for LGBTQ+ and unpartnered individuals.
That's My Dad!' Tim Walz's Son Bursts Into Tears During Father's Emotional DNC SpeechTim Walz's DNC speech highlighted the emotional impact of infertility and the importance of respecting personal choices in family planning.
Walz defends misstatements as "candid" words in 1st TV interview as vice presidential nomineeWalz defends his past statements amid scrutiny, emphasizing honesty and accountability, particularly in issues surrounding gun violence and family struggles.
That's My Dad!' Tim Walz's Son Bursts Into Tears During Father's Emotional DNC SpeechTim Walz's DNC speech highlighted the emotional impact of infertility and the importance of respecting personal choices in family planning.
Walz defends misstatements as "candid" words in 1st TV interview as vice presidential nomineeWalz defends his past statements amid scrutiny, emphasizing honesty and accountability, particularly in issues surrounding gun violence and family struggles.
My Parents Replaced Me With the Grandkids. I Can't Stand By and Watch.Communication about feelings can address the emotional distance caused by perceived favoritism regarding grandchildren.
I became a first-time mom at 43, and I consider my age a plusBecoming a mother at 43 has provided wisdom, stability, and a deeper appreciation for parenting despite societal labels of 'old mom.'The maturity and experiences gained over the years contribute to a more fulfilling parenting journey.
My Parents Replaced Me With the Grandkids. I Can't Stand By and Watch.Communication about feelings can address the emotional distance caused by perceived favoritism regarding grandchildren.
I became a first-time mom at 43, and I consider my age a plusBecoming a mother at 43 has provided wisdom, stability, and a deeper appreciation for parenting despite societal labels of 'old mom.'The maturity and experiences gained over the years contribute to a more fulfilling parenting journey.
Joining the infertility community is complicated. Leaving it is, tooTransitioning from a fertility clinic to obstetric care brings both relief and excitement, marking a significant emotional shift in a pregnancy journey.
Nutrition: The Overlooked Factor In Male FertilityMale fertility is a significant factor in the fertility journey, impacting nearly 30% of cases, with age and environmental factors also playing crucial roles.
My Boss Wants To Marry Me Because Of His Childless Marriage.Consider carefully before getting involved in a complex relationship with an already married boss seeking a second wife for childbearing reasons.
Dear Abby: My unfriendly neighbor is using my trash bin. What can I do?Setting boundaries with annoying neighbors is necessary to maintain cleanliness and order in the neighborhood.