CCRM Fertility

10/28/2026

Pregnancy loss can bring profound heartbreak, and the grief that follows deserves to be seen, acknowledged and honored. ❤️‍🩹

Dr. James Nodler, reproductive endocrinologist and medical director at CCRM Fertility of Seattle, remembers a patient whose determination to grow her family stayed with him, even after experiencing multiple miscarriages. Her story is a reminder that while every loss matters, hope can remain.

A thorough evaluation can help uncover possible causes of recurrent pregnancy loss and guide treatment options that may improve the chances of a successful pregnancy.

To our patients who have experienced loss, we see your strength, honor your grief and recognize the courage it takes to keep moving forward. For those still hoping to welcome their rainbow baby, you don’t have to navigate the next steps alone. 🌈

10/27/2026

At age 30, Jaclyn received an early-stage breast cancer diagnosis. Further testing revealed a BRIP1 genetic mutation that put her at higher risk for certain cancers, adding another layer to her family-building journey.

With the guidance of Dr. Natalie Cekliniak at CCRM Fertility of New Jersey, Jaclyn and her husband, Eric, explored IVF to screen their embryos for the mutation and make informed decisions about their family’s future.

Throughout the process, Jaclyn and Eric felt reassured by Dr. Cekliniak and her team. As Jaclyn shares, “Their kindness, acumen and humility while answering every one of our questions with detail was remarkable.”

After transferring an embryo that spontaneously split in two, Jaclyn and Eric welcomed identical twin girls, Madelyn and Emma. Now 2.5 years old, the girls are happy, healthy and thriving.

Jaclyn reflected, “We were SO lucky to have found doctors who truly cared about us as a family and our family’s future.”

We’re so happy for Jaclyn and her family, and grateful to have been part of their journey every step of the way. 💗

10/26/2026

Pregnancy loss can bring a range of emotions, and there’s no one right way to grieve. ❤️

Karrie Filios, LPC, CT, a member of the Support Services Team at CCRM Fertility in Lone Tree, shares thoughtful guidance on coping with pregnancy loss, acknowledging your feelings, and giving yourself the space to grieve in your own way.

However you’re feeling, your experience matters, and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

10/23/2026

This Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, we’re making space for the stories that don’t always get told, including the search for answers after recurrent pregnancy loss.

For some patients, an underlying condition may go undetected. , reproductive endocrinologist at CCRM Fertility of Delaware, shares one patient’s story, highlighting how further investigation helped identify an underlying issue and ultimately led to a healthy pregnancy.

Every journey is different, and every loss deserves compassion and care. If you’ve experienced pregnancy loss, know that you’re not alone. When you feel ready, learning more about possible causes and care options may be a helpful next step.

10/21/2026

Meet Dr. Chelsea Henshaw, the newest Reproductive Endocrinologist at CCRM Fertility of Dallas. 💛

Inspired by a family member’s experience with infertility and her own perspective as a Black woman, Dr. Henshaw is passionate about helping people navigate fertility care with greater understanding, guidance and a provider who listens.

Get to know Dr. Henshaw and what inspires her approach to patient care: https://ow.ly/985550ZZHVg

10/15/2026

Today is 🕯️ Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day 🕯️, honoring the babies we lost, the grief we’ve experienced, and the parents whose family-building journeys didn't go as planned.

Each October 15, people around the world take part in the International Wave of Light to remember the pregnancies and babies they carry in their hearts. At 7 p.m. local time, we light a candle to honor their memories, recognize the heartbreak of pregnancy and infant loss, and remind others who have experienced it that they're not alone. As candles are lit across time zones, the collective light continues around the world for 24 hours.

Light a candle in memory of a pregnancy or baby, to honor your own experience, or to show love to a friend or family member who has experienced this kind of heartbreak. 💔

Sending love and light from CCRM Fertility. 🕯️

10/14/2026

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a reminder to talk about something that may not be top of mind after a diagnosis: fertility and the possibility of having a family in the future.

A breast cancer diagnosis can turn your world upside down. With so much to process and so many decisions to make, fertility may not be the first thing on your mind. And that’s okay.

But if having a family is something you may want someday, it’s worth knowing that you have options.

Dr. Abbaa Sarhan, reproductive endocrinologist at CCRM Fertility of Northern Virginia, shares why fertility preservation is worth considering before starting cancer treatment.

At CCRM Fertility, we’re here to answer your questions, help you understand your options, and make sure you feel informed as you navigate what comes next. You don’t have to have all the answers right now. We’re here for you. 💗

10/01/2026

This October, CCRM Fertility honors these two major health observances that go hand-in-hand with fertility care: Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month.

We're here to support your path to parenthood no matter what twists and turns you may take to get there.

09/30/2026

In case you missed it, Polycystic O***y Syndrome (PCOS) has officially been renamed to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), which better reflects its complexity and symptoms. But even with a new name, there are still a lot of myths surrounding this common disorder that affects about 1 in 8 women of reproductive age worldwide.

As PMOS Awareness Month wraps up, let's clear up some common misconceptions about this condition and how it relates to your fertility health. >>>

What else do you want to know?

09/30/2026

Will losing weight improve your fertility if you have PMOS?

For women with PMOS, formerly known as PCOS, being overweight can affect insulin resistance, which can interfere with ovulation. Dr. Laurence Jacobs of CCRM Fertility & Gynecologic Surgeons of Illinois says, yes, losing weight *can* improve your chances of getting pregnant.

However, Dr. Jacobs notes that you may not have to lose as much weight as you think...

Watch the video for an explainer on the correlation between weight, PMOS, and fertility, plus how GLP-1 medications come into play.

Remember though: You don't need to hit a certain number on the scale before starting fertility treatment. The ultimate goal in losing weight is to improve metabolic health and ovarian function to maximize your chances of a healthy pregnancy.

Have more questions about PMOS, weight and fertility? Leave them in the comments below.

11/09/2021

Dear CCRM Colorado Patients,
We know many of our patients have been anxiously waiting for the Colorado fertility access mandate (a.k.a. Colorado Building Families Act) to go into effect but disappointingly, the Act has stalled and it will not go into effect on January 1, 2022 as intended.

Part of the Act involved language that prevented the law from going into effect since it would trigger an Affordable Care Act (ACA) provision that could require the state to defray the cost of an increase in premiums caused as a result of the Act. The Federal Government’s Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”), under the prior Federal Government Administration, determined that defrayal could apply as a result of the Act in the individual and small markets. This determination was initially believed to only prevent that Act from going into effect in those markets, but to still allow the Act to go into effect for insurance plans under the large group (over 100 employees) market.

Recently, the Colorado Department of Insurance was informed by the Colorado Attorney General’s office that they did not believe the current language of the Act gave the Department of Insurance authority to implement the Act in the large group market. Essentially, the defrayal determination prevents the Act from going into effect at all, for any insurance market in Colorado.

The good news is that Rep. Kerry Tipper plans to introduce a fix-it bill at the beginning of the 2022 legislative session to clearly carve out the large group market from the defrayal disqualification and allow the Act to go into effect at least for that market. The Governor’s office and the Division of Insurance are supportive of this proposed fix.

If the bill passes quickly, it could affect those plans with a July 1 initiation/renewal date and start July 1, 2022. For those plans on the calendar-year renewal, it could go into effect as early as January 1, 2023.

While this is disappointing, we will continue to support Rep. Tipper in her efforts to ensure Coloradans have expanded fertility health benefits. We will also continue to keep our patients informed on this topic as more information becomes available.

For further information about the current status of the Colorado Building Families Act, please visit the Colorado Fertility Advocates website: coloradofertilityadvocates.org

Sincerely,
CCRM Fertility Colorado

Rep. Kerry Tipper plans to introduce a fix-it bill at the beginning of the 2022 legislative session.