- June 2, 2026
Why Was My Fertility Treatment Cycle Cancelled?
A cancelled fertility cycle is heartbreaking—but it's not the end. Learn why cycles are cancelled and what your care team does next.
Read More - May 29, 2026
“Is This Normal?” Common Fertility Questions We Hear From Patients Every Day
Worried about your fertility results? Our specialists answer the most common patient questions about testing, next steps, and what your numbers really mean.
Read More - May 18, 2026
When IVF Is Recommended (and When It’s Not)
Learn the medical reasons IVF is recommended, when other treatments come first, and how fertility specialists decide what's best.
Read More - May 6, 2026
Your Fertility Test Results Explained: What’s “Normal” vs. Not (and What to Do Next)
Fertility test results explained—what’s normal, what’s not, and how doctors use your numbers to guide next steps.
Read More - April 30, 2026
Freeze‑All vs. Fresh Embryo Transfer: Why Your Doctor Recommends One Over the Other
Learn the differences between fresh and freeze‑all embryo transfers and why your doctor recommends one for safety and success.
Read More - April 7, 2026
Honoring Dr. Michelle Catenacci as a 2026 Castle Connolly Exceptional Woman in Medicine
Honoring Dr. Michelle Catenacci as a 2026 Castle Connolly Exceptional Woman in Medicine for her excellence, leadership, and compassion.
Read More - March 30, 2026
Medication Costs in Fertility Treatment: What Changes the Price — and What Patients Can Control
Fertility medication costs vary by treatment, dosage, and insurance. Learn what affects pricing—and what you can control.
Read More - March 24, 2026
What Is the Average Cost of IVF in the United States?
The cost of in vitro fertilization (IVF) is often one of the first questions people have when starting to explore treatment, and one of the hardest to answer simply. In the United State...
Read More - March 23, 2026
Your First 30 Days With Our Fertility Clinic: What to Expect, Step by Step
Your first 30 days at AFCC, explained step by step—what to expect, common tests, timelines, and how to prepare.
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Welcome to the Advanced Fertility Center of Chicago’s blog! Here, you will find information on the latest advancements in fertility care and treatments, including IVF, IUI, third-party reproduction, LGBTQ+ family building, preimplantation genetic testing, and more. Since 1997, we’ve used our experience and continuous investment in the latest fertility technology to help thousands of patients grow their families. Contact us today for more information or to schedule a new patient appointment.