My name is Chris. I began the IVF process at age 39 and stopped after two rounds at age 41. I am a high school teacher who loves to travel and aspires to be a writer. Since 2011, I’ve traveled to 21 states and 12 countries. I live in Connecticut with my three dogs, farm…
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In the year leading to the 40th anniversary of the first in vitro fertilization (IVF) birth, and as the ReproTech industry continues to grow (IVF market projected to reach $26B by 2022), we share the untold stories. Here’s one that reveals how clinics try to capture new leads. I stumbled upon your [Silent Sorority] blog…
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Different Shores blogs from Dublin, Ireland. She has raised questions about clinic business motives and explains how data obfuscation interferes with informed decision-making, noting: “When you are starting out you hit up the online message boards, ask around and hope for the best.” She shares her IVF experience in the following essay for our #UnmaskingIVF campaign.…
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ReproTech patients gather in a first-of-its-kind forum to discuss the complex emotional burden of failed ReproTech treatment and the loss of parenthood. In a raw and honest exchange, you’ll hear women underscore the importance of compassion and camaraderie. They explore the multi-dimensional personal-socio-cultural dynamics that come in the wake of failed IVF. Among the topics…
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Welcome. We’re glad you found us. If it’s your first time visiting, here’s some background… On July 25, 2018, Louise Brown, the world’s first baby born via in-vitro fertilization (IVF), will celebrate her 40th birthday. For those fortunate to have birthed healthy babies using IVF, this anniversary will be celebratory. But for many millions more…
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Investigative journalist Jonathan Jones devoted almost two years of research to the IVF industry and its practices for the Center for Investigative Research. He was joined a year into the project by Bernice Yeung. Together, they completed several reports and a 50-minute podcast. They also talked to PBS affiliates about their findings. In answer to…
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