Meaghan Doyle (she/her), MS, Certified Genetic Counselor (CGC) and Founder of DNAide Genetic Counselling, provides an overview of Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) and how to interpret results from PGT-A.

As cancer treatments continue to improve and survival rates increase, more patients are looking beyond their immediate battle with cancer to their future quality of life. One crucial aspect of this is fertility preservation. Modern technology makes it possible to maintain cancer patients’ fertility, which is a key consideration for oncological care.

If you're an LGBTQ2+ Canadian considering adoption, you're part of a growing and vibrant community. Since 2005, when same-sex marriage became legal across the country, the number of LGBTQ2+ families in Canada has significantly increased. While the environment for LGBTQ2+ adoption has greatly evolved, there are still specific considerations and challenges you may encounter.

As more Canadians consider surrogacy to build their families, some are looking beyond our borders for international options. While surrogacy is legal in Canada, the altruistic model and limited availability of surrogates have led some intended parents to explore opportunities abroad. However, international surrogacy comes with its own set of challenges and considerations.

Sperm freezing, also known as sperm cryopreservation, is an increasingly common option for men who want to preserve their fertility for future use. Whether you're facing a medical treatment that could affect your fertility, are planning for parenthood later in life, or simply want to keep your options open, freezing sperm is a proactive step toward reproductive planning.

While egg quantity is about how many eggs you have, quality is what truly affects your chances of a successful pregnancy.  Egg quality refers to how healthy and viable (usable) your eggs are for fertilization and implantation. In other words, it influences your chances of getting pregnant.

Mary Wong B.Sc., R.TCMP, R.Ac from A.L.I.V.E Holistic Health Clinic shares how acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can support your reproductive health.

When you and your partner decide it’s time to start a family, it’s natural to want to ensure your best chances of conceiving. Fertility isn't just about a woman's reproductive health—sperm quality is just as important. Knowing what can improve sperm health can help you on your path to parenthood. 

If you and your partner are trying to conceive, timing matters. Conception seems simple, but knowing your most fertile time can help improve your chances of getting pregnant. Here’s how to time your intimacy for maximum effectiveness.

Your menstrual cycle is more than just a monthly event—it can offer many important insights into your reproductive health. Understanding your cycle is empowering and is essential for those looking to conceive naturally. By paying attention to the different phases of your cycle, you can learn more about your fertility, discover your unique patterns, and identify the best times for conception.

Brenda Vines from Xytex Canada sperm bank shares best practices for finding the right sperm donor for you.

REI (Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility) and OB-GYN (Obstetrics and Gynecology) are two medical specialties that deal with fertility and reproductive health, but they have distinct focuses and areas of expertise.

International adoption can be a costly and complex process. You will need to manage your local provincial requirements, as well as the requirements of the adoption authority of the country where the child lives.

When going through an IVF journey, your fertility clinic may offer or recommend genetic testing for your embryos. PGT-A stands for Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy.

A fertility assessment can be helpful to learn about your reproductive health. Being aware of your fertility enables you to plan ahead and make the best, most informed choices.

A private domestic adoption is an adoption that is facilitated by either a licensed private adoption agency or an individual.

Public adoptions are adoptions of children in the permanent care of children’s aid societies, known as children in extended society care. 

Adoption is a legal process where a family permanently takes on the responsibility of raising a child or youth when they cannot remain with their birth parents.