Pregnancy is a time of joy, excitement, and the occasional odd food craving. Hot wings, ice cubes, hot dogs — these are just some of the things you might crave while pregnant. However, it’s also a time when you should start questioning the safety of every item on your plate. Among the regular foods you...
Pregnancy over 35 is becoming an increasingly common trend in the United States. According to a study by the Pew Research Center, 86% of women ages 40 to 44 were mothers in 2016, compared to 80% in 2006, and the numbers have been growing since. The United States Census Bureau shows fertility rates in women...
When you are ready for support in trying to conceive, in vitro fertilization (IVF) may be a treatment that may help you realize your dream of becoming a parent. But what if you don’t feel ready to start the IVF conversation? We understand that going through this process can bring on a rollercoaster of emotions....
Our Los Angeles fertility clinic experts explain oral vs. injectable fertility drugs As you navigate the world of infertility, you may feel overwhelmed by the appointments, testing and medications. The HRC Fertility team stands ready to answer questions, explain processes and assist our patients. A common area of confusion is the use of oral vs....
Your closet contains a row of unworn maternity clothes, and you walk by the empty nursery decorated for the baby you never got to hold. How could it be that the pregnancy you’ve been preparing for is suddenly not a reality? Our Los Angeles fertility center team is highly experienced in helping intended parents deal...
The relationship between chemotherapy agents and infertility After a cancer diagnosis, it’s important to arm yourself with information about the impact of the disease and its treatment on your health and your future. For many women and men that means learning about the relationship between chemotherapy agents and infertility. Our oncofertility specialist in LA can...
Embryo banking for cancer patients offers hope If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, you may be worried about how the disease and its treatment will affect your fertility. Women are typically advised to prevent pregnancy while receiving chemotherapy or radiation and for at least six months afterward. But in the short period of time before...
Answering the question, “How many eggs should I freeze?” Women considering fertility preservation need to understand everything about the process, including the answer to one commonly asked question: How many eggs should I freeze? If you’re thinking “I want to freeze my eggs in California,” you’ll be glad to know that the West Coast is...
How long can frozen eggs be stored? Indefinitely Many women choose egg freezing because they know they want to become mothers someday, but they aren’t certain what the future holds. Life is full of uncertainty, which is why many women ask us, “How long can frozen eggs be stored?” The answer from our Southern California...
