ACUPUNCTURE FOR FERTILITY

Here at Utah Fertility Center, we endeavor to use our new blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, we’re able to further explore some of the most important topics pertaining to our industry and area of expertise here on our website through these articles.... read more »

HIGHER BIRTH RATES! MINIMAL STIMULATION IVF OR IVF?

Increased number of eggs at retrieval correlates with higher birth rates and higher number of embryos frozen for future cycles. In order to decrease the cost for patients undergoing IVF, some fertility specialists recommend a minimal stimulation protocol which utilizes less drugs than standard IVF stimulation protocols. Although this may be appropriate for some patients, higher dose drug stimulation typically... read more »

THE FLU VACCINE AND FERTILITY

Trying to conceive and have questions about the flu vaccine? Dr. Jason Parker answers some common questions on how to best navigate the season of sniffles. Q: Is it a good idea to get the flu vaccine while undergoing fertility treatment? Absolutely! The ultimate goal from IVF is a healthy pregnancy. With increased evidence demonstrating that nutrition and lifestyle can... read more »

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE NOT EXPECTING

What to Expect When You’re Not Expecting: The Infertility Consult You’ve seen your OBGYN, you’ve realized that whatever you are trying isn’t working, and you made your appointment to see a specialist. Here’s what you can expect… 1. Compassion. You will have a doctor, nurses, an entire team of people who are cheering you on and committed to helping you... read more »

HORMONE TESTING. WHAT IT REVEALS?

What does cycle Day 3 hormone testing reveal? For those struggling with conception, your OB physician or Reproductive Endocrinologist, may likely order CD3 labs, which consists of a blood draw on day 3 of your menstrual cycle. Have you ever wondered what those tests reveal and what information is gained? Here are some of the most commonly ordered tests and... read more »

IVF Study

This study has ended.  Please stay tuned for additional upcoming studies when available.

THIS MOTHER’S DAY I AM A MOM. I CAN PROMISE YOU THAT IT IS WORTH EVERY TEAR – BY UFC PATIENT, KATIE KNOELL

Finger paints, Popsicle sticks, dry pasta. Nearly every elementary school child has used these materials to create a homemade gift for mom. During my childhood, that’s what Mother’s Day was to me. Little kids doing cute things for their moms; making the homemade gift, bringing mom breakfast in bed, singing to her at church, and giving her lots of hugs.... read more »

UNDERSTANDING THE HSG TEST– THAT WASN’T SO BAD!

For women who are having a difficult time conceiving, a Hysterosalpingogram (HSG) may be ordered by your fertility physician. The HSG is routinely used to look for blocked fallopian tubes. It has the added bonus of observing the uterus for normal shape, fibroids, adhesions or polyps. Understanding the procedure, and what to expect during and after the exam can reduce... read more »

GENETIC SCREENING SUCCESS STORY: THE KOOYMAN FAMILY

KSL recently featured a story about the Kooyman family, who lost a son previously but had healthy twins with the help of Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis and the Utah Fertility Center. This is a modern fertility procedures that screens out eggs with genetic or chromosomal abnormalities as part of the IVF procedure. “This technology is phenomenal in helping patients avoid that... read more »

FERTILITY TESTING AVAILABLE AT UTAH FERTILITY CENTER

Most couples will become pregnant after one year of trying. For those who have not conceived in that time, it’s important to find the reasons why. There are a number of potential causes and evaluating both male and female factors will help identify the problem. Your path to parenthood can be achieved, as many treatment options are available, and virtually... read more »