Conception 101

Trying to conceive can be…well…trying. Too often our most well-laid plans backfire. Maybe we have fertility struggles. Maybe the donor we had our heart set on suddenly changes his mind. Maybe our relationship faces challenges because of it. In all the possible dilemmas we encounter while trying to conceive, one...

When you are trying to get pregnant, any sensation in your lower abdominal or pelvic area can immediately spark your attention. Many people wish that they had an ultrasound machine that could tell them exactly what is happening inside their body while they are trying to conceive. Here at Mosie...

Maybe you’re trying to conceive and want to support an optimal environment for conception, or you're feeling extra dry because of hormonal changes during (and after) pregnancy. Or maybe you’ve just started having sex and you are learning about the kinds of touch that turn you on. Or maybe you’re...

Deciding to try for a baby can be one of the most exciting decisions you make in your life. It is the choice to create a family and look forward to a future of loving your child and experiencing life with them. While trying to conceive (TTC) can be very...

Alternative medicine, such as homemade herbal remedies, have been used by many cultures for centuries. Now, even with the expansive research and developments within conventional medicine, it’s not uncommon for individuals to turn to alternative solutions — especially people with ovaries. Studies show this group is more likely to seek out...

If you get a positive pregnancy test but end up having heavy bleeding days after seeing that positive test, sadly, it likely means you had an early pregnancy loss or an early miscarriage frequently referred to as a “chemical pregnancy”. And we are so sorry for your loss! If we...

“What do you mean you don’t know, even after all of those tests?” If that’s something you have thought or said, after spending a lot of time and money at a fertility clinic, trying to find out why you can’t get pregnant – then you’ve probably been diagnosed with Unexplained...

If you’re a lesbian couple thinking about getting pregnant or have already started trying to conceive (TTC), welcome! This guide is designed to help you and your partner explore your fertility options, including Intracervical Insemination (ICI), Intrauterine Insemination (IUI), In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), and Reciprocal In Vitro Fertilization. You’ll also learn about the costs...

Whether you’re having trouble getting pregnant, a same sex couple, or single parent by choice needing a little help – you’ve probably started doing some research and found that artificial insemination is something you might try as you look to grow your family. And you’re probably wondering, how much does...

If you’re interested in post-baby self-care, then congratulations are in order! Now that you’ve made it through pregnancy and labor, it’s time to rest, relax, and recover with the newest member of your family.  Read on to learn what self-care is and why it’s so important, as well as discover...

You may already be familiar with clomiphene citrate (Clomid), a popular brand-name prescription medication typically used for ovarian stimulation or ovulation induction. But what may be unfamiliar is that this oral fertility medication can be beneficial to people of all genders experiencing infertility. An off-label use of the medication is to...

When trying to get pregnant, your doctor will explore a number of potential causes for infertility. Depending on what they learn from your exam and medical history, the doctor might prescribe letrozole. Here is our guide to help you understand what this medication is and how it can help you...