What Is Male Factor?

Complications involving fertility may occur on the part of the female partner, male partner or both. As much as 50% of infertility cases involve male factor issues; however, men are less likely to be referred for analysis. There are many factors that can lead to male infertility, and we invite you to learn about some the complications you may face.... read more »

Preimplantation Testing in Embryos

There are a number of treatment options available for those suffering from infertility.  If in vitro fertilization is the treatment that best suits your particular situation, there are two types of genetic testing that can be done at Utah Fertility Center,  during the IVF process. Preimplantation genetic diagnosis and preimplantation genetic screening are used for different reasons but each can... read more »

My First Mother’s Day

Guest blog written by Jenica Parcell - https://www.instagram.com/asliceofstyle/?hl=en I'm overwhelmed at what it took to get to my first Mother's Day last year, mostly simply overwhelmed with gratitude for all that I have experienced, all that I have learned, and all that I continue to get to experience with Harris and Goldie in my world. You tend to forget all of the hard... read more »

Medical Conditions Linked to Infertility

Many people assume that infertility is an issue for older women who started a family later in life. While age can play a factor in the complications of conception, there are many more factors that may be involved. In light of April’s National Infertility Awareness Week, we have provided a review of the medical conditions that are linked to infertility.... read more »

What Is Infertility?

This year, National Infertility Awareness Week will take place in April 2018, from the 22nd to the 28th. To combat the stigma that prevents couples from seeking professional assistance, we offer some insight into the nature of infertility. Complications with conception affect one in eight couples, and as much as 7.4 million women receive infertility services at some point in... read more »

What Is Endometriosis and How Does It Affect Fertility?

In the midst of Endometriosis Awareness Month, which occurs over the course of March, we would like to bring awareness to the link between endometriosis and infertility. If you have been diagnosed with endometriosis or are unfamiliar with the condition, we offer insight into its nature and impact on fertility. Endometriosis is a health condition in women that causes the... read more »

Options for Conceiving if You Have Endometriosis

Do you  experience painful periods and uncomfortable intercourse? Are you plagued by pelvic pain, low back pain and often feel fatigued?  These could be symptoms of endometriosis, a condition in which the tissue that lines the inner uterine cavity is also located outside of the uterus.  Because this tissue responds to a woman's monthly hormones, it grows and becomes inflamed... read more »

Approaching Fertility After Previous IVF Failure

The frustration of infertility can feel  more daunting if you have experienced IVF failure in the past.  Don't get discouraged.  A failed IVF cycle does not mean a future cycle will not be successful, and going through the IVF process itself provides additional information that is unseen in natural conception.   The IVF process allows for eggs to be examined,  the... read more »

Cancer and Infertility Options

One of the many unfortunate and life-changing effects of cancer and its treatments is the possibility of infertility following treatment. Chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery can all negatively affect fertility and it’s important to know those affects prior to undergoing cancer treatment. Talk with your Oncologist about those risks and discuss the option of fertility preservation. Utah Fertility Center offers procedures... read more »

Why Visit a Fertility Specialist

If you and your partner have concerns about infertility and are looking for answers to your fertility questions, you can visit a fertility specialist to discuss the possibility of infertility and your options for treatment. A fertility specialist can offer insight and diagnoses beyond the training of your primary care physician. Also known as reproductive endocrinologists, fertility specialists undergo advanced... read more »