Determining the cause of infertility is a journey that can lead to answers and possible solutions.  However, there are common questions when deciding whether or not to seek help by starting with a fertility assessment, including: What steps are involved in the fertility assessment? After a few questions and learning more about you and your …

Fertility struggles are common for many couples.  Fortunately, fertility specialists can help couples determine the cause of infertility and possible solutions.  Through a fertility assessment your fertility specialist can diagnose if there is any biological cause for infertility and possible treatment options.   What to Expect During Your Fertility Assessment As with any doctor visit, your …

An oocyte donor is a woman who donates an egg to a couple who are trying to have children by in-vitro fertilization (IVF). This is when an egg and sperm are brought together to create an embryo in a laboratory. Oocyte donation is an important part of in-vitro fertilization technology. Oocyte donors may, or may …

Thanks to technology and medical advances, you can now decide what is right for you and your future children. It is now possible to prevent transmitting certain genetic conditions to the next generation. One of the ways to achieve this is through genetic carrier screening.  What is Genetic Carrier Screening?  Genetic carrier screening is a …

Oocyte cryopreservation is when a woman’s eggs (oocytes) are taken out of her ovaries, frozen and stored at an egg freezing clinic until the woman chooses to get pregnant and have a baby. Women choose oocyte cryopreservation for both medical and social reasons. Some women may want to delay childbearing for later in their lives. …

The gestational surrogacy process involves creating the embryo through in-vitro fertilization (IVF) using sperms and eggs of the intended donors or parents. The gestational carrier, also known as the surrogate mother, will not be related to the child biologically. For your gestational surrogacy, Banafsheh Kashani, MD is the ideal practice to turn to. We are …

Ovulation is a critical topic in female fertility. Ovulation must occur before conception or pregnancy happens. Women who have irregular or absent ovulation (anovulation) find it difficult to conceive. But with ovulation induction, their chances of getting pregnant and having a healthy baby is enhanced.  What is Ovulation Induction?  Ovulation induction refers to the process …

Intrauterine insemination is an effective technique in advanced fertility treatment that is used in the development of pregnancy and natural egg fertilizer. Banafsheh Kashani, MD is dedicated to offering intrauterine insemination and other fertility treatments in Laguna Hills, Orange County, California. What Makes Up The Intrauterine Insemination Process? The IUI or Intrauterine insemination is a …

Intrauterine insemination is one of the most potent procedures in modern fertility treatment. It is a form of artificial insemination that can result in natural egg fertilization and the establishment of pregnancy.  What Is Involved In Intrauterine Insemination?  Intrauterine insemination, simply called IUI, is a relatively simple fertility procedure. It involves the direct transfer of …

There are some instances when women don’t ovulate – release an egg from the ovary each month – or ovulate irregularly, which affects their ability to get pregnant. There are several risk factors for this infertility issue, including: Weight issues  Hormonal imbalances  Stress  Reproductive system problems  A diagnosis of infertility due to a problem with …