Advanced Fertility Issues

Sometimes, unfortunately, getting pregnant doesn't just "happen". If that's the case for you, we recommend a thorough perusal of our Advanced Fertility Issues section. Here we take an in-depth look at what you may encounter in your quest for a baby fertility workups, IVF, prescription fertility medications, and more.

• Infertility FAQ
  Information plus netiquette for general infertility newsgroups.
• Infertility FAQ for Women of Size
  Q&A, tips, medical info, questions to screen doctors, resources.
• Hormone Levels & Fertility Bloodwork
  Normal hormone levels for women and men, plus glucose, insulin, hCG, & lipids.
• Invasive Infertility Tests FAQ
  HSG, EMB, laparoscopy and hysteroscopy experiences.
• IUI FAQ -- Frequently Asked Questions about Intrauterine Insemination
  Timing, what it feels like, stats, etc.
• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome FAQ
  This FAQ on INCIID's site was co-written by the FertilityPlus's primary author.
• IVF Hints
  by Rachel Browne. Tips for handling the various stages of IVF.
• NSAIDS, Aspirin and Infertility
  Journal abstracts. (NSAIDS include Advil & Aleve.)
• Metformin for PCOS and Pregnancy
  Compilation of journal abstracts and citations on the use of metformin.
• At-Home Insemination
  Instructions, including Turkey Baster Method, cervical cap, diaphragm, etc.
• Donor Sperm, Donor Egg, Surrogacy & Embryo Adoption Resources
  Sperm banks, choosing a bank, donor programs, organizations, and books.