Banafsheh Kashani, M.D., FACOG is a board-certified OB/GYN and specialist in reproductive endocrinology and infertility who has been treated infertility patients since 2014. She has been practicing in Orange County where she grew up since 2017. After graduating cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from the University of California, Irvine, Dr. Kashani received her medical …

A woman’s ability to get pregnant depends on a number of factors, including the production of good quality eggs. When there is an issue with egg production, the chances of getting pregnant are significantly reduced. This is why Ovarian Reserve Assessment is an integral part of fertility evaluation.  What is Ovarian Reserve Assessment?  In simple …

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 …

You may be diagnosed with Recurrent Pregnancy Loss (RPL) after losing three or more pregnancies clinically recognized pregnancies prior to the 20th week of gestation (excluding ectopic, molar and biochemical pregnancies). RPL is classified into two categories:  Primary RPL – consists of repeated miscarriages in which a pregnancy has never been carried to viability Secondary …

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 …