Procedures & Tests
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When Should You Use an Ovulation Predictor Kit to Calculate Ovulation?
Unsure about your ovulation? We share when best to use an over-the-counter ovulation predictor kit and when to seek expert advice.
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Fertility Tests At Home: Ovarian Reserve Testing
Dr. Murray discusses diminished ovarian function & menopause – diminished ovarian reserve – and pitfalls of testing FSH for fertility
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An Embryologist Answers Your Preimplantation Genetic Testing Questions
TRM’s former senior embryologist answers some of the most common questions about preimplantation genetic diagnosis, screening and testing, and working in the IVF lab.
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The First Act of Motherhood: Single Embryo Transfer
At TRM, we believe that choosing a single embryo transfer is the first act of responsible motherhood. Mom and Dad choose to forgo the prospect of adorable twins in order to do everything they can to ensure one healthy child.
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Your Baby, Your Right to Embryo Sex Selection. But Is it Wrong?
Technological advances have upped the game by giving parents the option of selecting the sex of their child before pregnancy. It’s called sex selection (sometimes referred to as gender selection) and is possible by evaluating the genetic makeup of embryos formed in the lab to be implanted in the woman’s womb.
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So You Want to Be an Egg Donor?
Egg donation is an incredibly altruistic opportunity to enhance the lives of others struggling with the pain of infertility. Deciding to donate is a complicated decision that should be carefully considered rather than accepted as an easy way to make money.
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Weight Loss Quiz
Take TRM’s weight loss quiz to see how healthy your eating habits are and learn best practices for maintaining a healthy weight.
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Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood!
Progesterone is important to maintain a pregnancy, but Dr. Murray explains why too much emphasis is placed on progesterone today and when and why to measure levels.
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Does My Thyroid Matter?
Thyroid dysfunction is one condition affecting more women than men and many patients going through infertility. Dr. Scotchie discusses symptoms and treatment for those experiencing thyroid dysfunction and how it is associated with fertility.
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How to Get Pregnant: Part 2
In part two, Dr. Murray’s advice on how to get pregnant includes preconception counseling and informing your obstetrician of your intention to get pregnant in order to go over important risks & medical history.