- 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 - December 23, 2025
Embryo Grading & Screening: What They Mean for Your IVF Journey
Learn how embryo grading and genetic screening work together to boost IVF success and support healthy pregnancy outcomes.
Read More - November 5, 2025
Understanding Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS): What Fertility Patients Should Know
Learn about OHSS, a fertility treatment risk—symptoms, prevention, and how AFCC keeps your care safe and personalized.
Read More - August 1, 2025
How Fertilization Works: Understanding the Human Fertilization Process
Learn how human fertilization happens naturally and during IVF—from sperm meeting egg to embryo formation.
Read More - July 24, 2025
Egg Retrieval for Egg Freezing or In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Learn how egg retrieval works for IVF or egg freezing and what to expect before, during, and after the procedure.
Read More - July 16, 2025
Getting Pregnant After Tubal Ligation: Tubal Reversal vs. IVF
Learn your options for pregnancy after tubal ligation—tubal reversal vs. IVF—and which path may be right for you.
Read More - June 30, 2025
What Is a Blastocyst? Understanding This Key Stage in IVF
Learn what a blastocyst is, why it matters in IVF, and how it can impact your chances of pregnancy with expert insight from AFCC.
Read More - May 14, 2025
What Is ICSI? An Essential Guide to Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection
ICSI is a common IVF technique that helps sperm fertilize an egg. Learn when it’s used and how it supports your fertility journey.
Read More - April 2, 2025
Implantation Failure: Why In Vitro Fertilization Sometimes Doesn’t Work
Why does IVF sometimes fail? Learn about embryo quality, uterine factors, and next steps after implantation failure.
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About the AFCC Blog
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.