Secondary infertility can be a stressful diagnosis as it occurs in individuals who have previously been able to conceive. Secondary infertility refers to the difficulty in conceiving after a prior successful pregnancy.  We spoke with Dr. Christine Hur, MD at IVF1, with the goal of helping individuals better understand secondary infertility, a complex subject that is often less discussed than primary infertility but is equally as important. Understanding Secondary Infertility Secondary infertility shares many of the same causes as primary infertility. The causes of secondary infertility in ..read more

As a benefit leader, you’re looking for comprehensive benefits that cater to the diverse needs of your workforce. One benefit employers are increasingly turning to is fertility and family building support, with 75% of employers offering an expanded fertility benefit as of 2023. It’s no wonder these benefits are popular: reproductive and women’s healthcare require specialized care. When delivered effectively, these benefits not only contribute to a more inclusive and supportive workplace culture where everyone feels supported, but they can also lead to millions in mitigated high-cost NICU and m ..read more

Join us during National Infertility Awareness Week for a webinar about the different paths to parenthood. Sharing personal experiences is a powerful way to build community and help break the stigma around infertility. To honor this week, we are hosting a conversation to shed light on the different paths to parenthood through the unique perspectives of our panel of Progyny members. Join us to hear about:  Personal experiences across various paths to parenthood  Support and resources for your own journey  How to build community and confidence while navigating a family building jo ..read more

April 4, 2024 For the fifth consecutive year, Progyny secures a spot on The Financial Times’ 2024 list of America’s Fastest Growing Companies. Read More The Financial Times The post Progyny Named on The Financial Times’ List of Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies appeared first on Progyny ..read more

March 21, 2024 Dr. Georgia Witkin, Head of Patient Services Development at Progyny, authors this piece offering guidance on discussing the decision to have children. Read More Psychology Today The post How to Talk to Your Partner About Having Kids appeared first on Progyny ..read more

March 4, 2024 Progyny’s CHRO, Cassandra Pratt, outlines effective benefits and cultural strategies to maintain a diverse female workforce. Read More HR Executive The post Women have returned to the workforce. Now, how to keep them? appeared first on Progyny ..read more

February 29, 2024 Progyny’s CEO, Pete Anevski, discusses how Alabama’s IVF ruling has put a renewed focus on fertility, family building, and women’s health within the industry. Read More MarketWatch The post IVF Is Big Business. Alabama’s Ruling Could Actually Make It Bigger. appeared first on Progyny ..read more

Menopause is a normal hormonal transition that everyone with ovaries will experience, yet there are still many unknowns and misconceptions. It is defined as a point in time where you haven’t had menses for 12 months and on average occurs during your early 50s, however symptoms can start earlier during the transitional period leading up to menopause, known as perimenopause. Individuals may experience symptoms like hot flashes, insomnia, weight gain, brain fog, increased menstrual cycle irregularity,  vaginal dryness, and irritability. With menopause, the risk for medical issues like cardio ..read more

While not all women with infertility require surgery, some women struggling to conceive may require procedure(s) to improve their chances of conception. We worked with Dr. Marcy Maguire, Reproductive Endocrinologist at RMA of NJ, to explore some common types of reproductive surgeries performed on female and male infertility patients. Reproductive Surgery Both women and men struggling with infertility may require reproductive surgery to improve their chances of conception. Some of the common problems women face which may require surgery include endometrial polyps, fibroids, scar tissue, endomet ..read more

One of the most fascinating aspects of human reproductive physiology is the inefficiency of the female menstrual cycle, and understanding the menstrual cycle and its complexities is the first step to understanding female fertility. Dr. Nicole Marchetto, Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist at Shady Grove Fertility in Pennsylvania and Delaware, breaks it down to give us an in depth understanding of what happens each month. The purpose of the menstrual cycle is to give the body an opportunity to focus its energy into growing one egg for the month for a chance to get pregnant ..read more