One Woman's First-Hand Experience with Fertility Preservation, Freezing her Eggs

One of the largest stressors in a woman’s life is the idea of a “ticking biological clock” or the potential for diminishing fertility. While we may be well educated about the best ways prevent pregnancy, how much do we know about options for preserving our fertility potential for the future?

As women have broken through the glass ceiling and become more career-oriented, it’s time to talk about how they can achieve both career and family goals. By preserving fertility at the most optimal time in a woman’s life, women will be able to achieve motherhood at a time when they feel ready.

With new, cutting edge technology, achieving career and family goals is possible! The ability to freeze young, healthy eggs for use later in life now gives women the opportunity to take control of their future.

Fertility Centers of Illinois Nurse Spotlight: Julie Wiese R.N. B.S.N.!

We love our nurses & want you to get to know them as well as we do, too! In our Nurse Spotlights, we interview each of the nurses here at the Fertility Centers of Illinois so you can learn about their backgrounds, a bit of their personal lives and to get to know them as a friend since you'll see them a lot during your time with us. Stay tuned for more Nurse Spotlights to come!

Here's your chance to meet, Julie Wiese, R.N. B.S.N.!

Why did you choose to become a nurse? 

To pursue a licensed profession that would be fulfilling as much as a challenge. Nurses are educated to be attuned to the whole person/ whole family, not just the unique presenting health problem.  The most current definition that reflects the evolution of professional nursing is from the 2003 edition of ANA's Nursing's Social Policy Statement: Nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, communities, and populations.

Understanding Infertility: 5 Most Common Diagnoses & Treatment Solutions

If you’ve been trying to conceive and those two little pink lines still elude you, know that you are not alone. While it takes most couples an average up to one year to become pregnant, one in six couples experiences infertility issues.

Here are five of the most common infertility diagnoses, along with example treatment solutions. Keep in mind that each person, diagnosis and situation is different, and only after a medical evaluation can a tailored treatment plan can be prescribed.

But first, what is the definition of infertility?

For women under 35, infertility is defined as trying to conceive for one year without a pregnancy. For women over 35, infertility is defined as trying for six months without a pregnancy.

While the causes of infertility can vary greatly, there are five common diagnoses to be aware of:

Dr. Angeline Beltsos to Speak at The Fertility Show in London

Dr. Angeline Beltsos is a guest speaker at The Fertility Show, a two-day event held in London, U.K. on November 2 – 3, 2013. Dr. Beltsos is a reproductive endocrinologist and the medical director at Fertility Centers of Illinois (FCI).

The Fertility Show provides a discreet environment where attendees can learn more about infertility, fertility treatment options and ways to grow a family through donor egg, gestational surrogacy and more. Attendees can speak with health professionals on-site and attend educational sessions on a variety of topics.

The program includes 60 guest speakers and 100 exhibitors, from nutritionists to clinics. Last year, more than 3,500 people attended. The Fertility Show is backed by Britain's leading fertility support group, Infertility Network UK.

“Many people have questions about their fertility treatment options, and this event provides a free, convenient way to come away with a wealth of information,” says Dr. Beltsos. “We aim to help couples and individuals, no matter what country they reside in, achieve their dream of growing a family.”

Interested attendees can sign up online for a personal consultation on-site at the event with Dr. Beltsos. Those who register for a free consultation will receive an invitation to the Fertility Center of Illinois event on Nov 2nd and 3rd. Interested individuals that cannot attend can arrange a Skype meeting with Dr. Beltsos at a later date.

The Fertility Show will be held the Olympia Exhibition Centre. For more information see http://www.fertilityshow.co.uk/.

Why You Should Become an Egg Donor with Us!

Many of our past patients always seem to have stories of their family or friends asking "WHY are you donating?" We've heard many reasons, but whittled down the most popular reasons to become an Egg Donor!

After you've read all of these reasons, we're sure you'll want to head over to our Fertility Centers of Illinois Egg Donor form to apply!

Financial Gain

Egg donors are compensated generously, around $7,000. This covers the time and effort it takes to complete an Egg Donation cycle. This generous compensation can provide a head start on personal and professional goals. Many FCI Donors use their compensation to plan a wedding, pay off college loans or buy a new home. 

Review Your FCI Home Office on Yelp!

Hello, past patients! We're looking for your help to spread the word about the Fertility Centers of Illinois!

To make sure those new to FCI get the best possible information online - we'd be very appreciative if you all could post your experiences with us on Yelp!

If you'd like to help us out - please click on your FCI office location and write a review on Yelp for us! We'd love to hear what you'd have to say after your time with us so that you can help other interested hopefuls make educated decisions about their fertility!

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Buffalo Grove
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Thank you so much for your help with spreading the word about the Fertility Centers of Illinois!

FCI Online Webinar: Living with PCOS: Nutrition, Supplementation & Treatment Strategies -- Sept 12, 7pm

If you're suffering from PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) have you ever looked into your diet to help manage the symptoms?

In our upcoming online webinar on Sept. 12 at 7PM, listen to our own Dr. Laurence Jacobs and Margaret Wertheim, M.S., R.D. of Pulling Down the Moon, as they explain which foods to eat, avoid, and also give you information about nutritional supplementation options that are available for your management!

For those trying to conceive, this webinar will also provide insight on how to maximize your fertility.

How to Sign Up:

1. Click on this link here to see our FCI Patient Events Page.
2. Click on the "Living with PCOS: Nutrition, Supplementation & Treatment Strategies WEBINAR"
3. Fill in the required information and your Webinar instructions will be emailed to you via the email address you provide.
4. Follow those instructions provided in the email to participate in the webinar. 

If you have any questions please call Pulling Down the Moon at 312.321.0400