- January 9, 2025
New Year, New Goals: Is It Time to See a Fertility Specialist?
New Year, new goals: Discover if it's time to see a fertility specialist and start your journey to building the family you dream of this year.
Read More - December 27, 2024
Celebrating Exciting Changes at AFCC: A Year of Growth and Innovation
At Advanced Fertility Center of Chicago (AFCC), 2024 has been a year of exciting changes, growth, and milestones. We’re thrilled to share all the developments that have been taking plac...
Read More - December 20, 2024
Planning for Parenthood in the New Year: Fertility Resolutions for 2025
As we approach the start of a new year, many of us take this time to reflect on our goals, make resolutions, and plan for the months ahead. If growing or building your family is part of...
Read More - December 16, 2024
Becoming an Egg Donor at AFCC: FAQs
What are the basic requirements to become an egg donor at AFCC?To be considered for AFCC's egg donor program, candidates must meet the following qualifications...
Read More - November 26, 2024
Navigating Fertility Insurance Coverage in Illinois
Financing fertility treatment can be a significant challenge for many families. Since most health insurance coverage is provided through an employer, the first step to financing treatme...
- November 20, 2024
IUI vs. IVF: Understanding the Key Differences in Fertility Treatments
When exploring fertility treatments, two of the most common options you might come across are Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). While both are designed t...
Read More - November 13, 2024
Understanding Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) Testing
What is Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH)? AMH is produced by the cells inside the follicles of a woman's ovaries. The level of AMH is an indicator of the number of eggs you have, or your ov...
Read More - October 21, 2024
Understanding the Egg Freezing Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for Patients Considering Fertility Preservation
Introduction Egg freezing, or oocyte cryopreservation, has become an increasingly popular option for patients looking to preserve their fertility for the future. Whether you’re consider...
Read More - October 14, 2024
Getting Pregnant After 40: Key Things Aspiring Parents Need to Know
As more people choose to start families later in life, understanding the nuances of getting pregnant after age 40 becomes crucial. While conceiving at this age can present unique challe...
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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.