So, when is it time to see a fertility specialist?

1 in 5 couples in the US struggle to get pregnant — and finding helpful information can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re breaking down the ins and outs of fertility treatment. [theSkimm]( June 27, 2024 [Read in browser]( [What Everyone Should Know about Fertility Treatment]( [What Everyone Should Know about Fertility Treatment]( 1 in 5 couples in the US struggle to get pregnant — and finding helpful information can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re breaking down the ins and outs of fertility treatment. TERMS TO KNOW   [TTC] Trying to conceive. Aka making a conscious effort to have sex during ovulation. [ART] Assisted reproductive technology. IVF, IUI, embryo transfer, etc. [TWW] Two week wait. The period between the end of ovulation (or a fertility treatment cycle) and taking a pregnancy test. COMMON QUESTIONS, ANSWERED   When is it time to see a fertility specialist? If you're... [<35 and have been TTC for over a year or 35+ and have been TTC for 6+ months] [<35 and have been TTC for over a year or 35+ and have been TTC for 6+ months] Or, if you or a family member have a genetic condition that could be passed on to your future child. How does a fertility specialist determine the right treatment plan? Your doctor will run some tests to figure out what makes sense for you, like... [Bloodwork, ultrasound, HSG test, semen analysis, diagnostic hysteroscopy] [Bloodwork, ultrasound, HSG test, semen analysis, diagnostic hysteroscopy] How long does treatment take? It depends on the type. If it involves an egg retrieval, fertilization, or implantation, it’s common to go through multiple rounds. That’s because, typically, only 70%–80% of eggs retrieved are viable, just 70- 80% of those viable eggs will fertilize, and only 50% of fertilized eggs make it to the stage where they’re ready for implantation. BY THE NUMBERS   6.1 million women in the US have trouble getting or staying pregnant. 55,000 women give birth through ART in the US each year. Navigating your fertility journey can feel isolating, but you’re far from alone. [Join a community]( of people who have your back. REAL STORIES   //link.theskimm.com/click/35855180.336219/aHR0cHM6Ly9lbS5yZWFsdGltZS5lbWFpbC9zZXJ2aWNlL3J0ZT9raW5kPXJ0ZXNsaWRlc2hvd19jbGlja3Rocm91Z2gmaWQ9MTI3NTY3OTQ1OSZpZnJhbWU9dHJ1ZSZzbGlkZT0yJmVzcF91aWQ9NWJhYmQ2OTgzZjkyYTQ2ZWNiNTk5NTY5/5babd6983f92a46ecb599569C7fb081d8 Issues? [help@theSkimm.com](mailto:help@theSkimm.com?subject=Help) Copyright (c) 2024 theSkimm, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is 53 W 23rd St, 8th Floor New York, NY 10010, United States [See our full sponsor agreement]( Want to change how you receive these emails?Update your preferences or unsubscribe [here](.