Extend Fertility

06/03/2026

Got a mosaic embryo result? 🧬 You’re not alone, and you deserve real answers. Gaia stopped by Extend Fertility to sit down with Dr. Morris, one of our Reproductive Endocrinologists, to break down exactly what a mosaic embryo result means for your fertility journey.

Here’s a simple breakdown of what mosaic embryos are:

After your eggs are fertilized, the embryo starts dividing rapidly. Sometimes during that process, a small number of cells develop a chromosomal difference, while the rest are completely normal. That’s what makes an embryo “mosaic.” It’s not fully normal, but it’s not fully abnormal either.

If you’ve gone through IVF and received a mosaic result on your embryo report, first, take a breath. This is more common than you might think! Mosaic embryos have led to healthy, successful pregnancies.

At Extend Fertility, we’re here to make sure you feel informed and supported, every step of the way. 💙

Have questions about fertility treatments? Drop them below or send us a DM!

06/01/2026

Extend Fertility team photo refresh by Linda Farwell Photography 📸💙

05/29/2026

Going through an egg freezing cycle and wondering if which pain relief medications are okay to take? 💉🥚This is a question our nurses here at Extend Fertility get asked a ton!

We recommend avoiding NSAIDs like ibuprofen (Advil/Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve) during parts of the egg freezing process, especially around your trigger shot and egg retrieval.

Why? These medications can potentially affect ovulation-related hormones, hydration and kidney function during stimulation.

For headaches, cramping, or discomfort throughout your cycle, we recommend:
✨ Tylenol (acetaminophen)
✨ heating pads
✨ hydration + electrolytes
✨ rest

When in doubt, always message your care team before taking anything new during your egg freezing or IVF cycle!

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05/27/2026

A question we receive quite often is if we recommend acupuncture to help someone going through fertility treatments. 🪡

Acupuncture can be a helpful complementary therapy for some patients during fertility treatment! While the research is mixed regarding direct impact on outcomes, many patients find it beneficial for stress reduction, relaxation, sleep, and overall emotional well-being throughout the process 😊

Have any questions for our providers or nurses at ? Drop them below 👇

05/26/2026

How active should you be throughout your fertility journey? 🤔💭🏋️

Dr. Josh Morris, MD of Extend Fertility’s NJ location sat down with to break down common misconceptions about activity and fertility along with…

• What counts as infertility
• First steps when trying to conceive
• Common causes
• Primary vs. secondary infertility
• The role of diet & exercise
• When to seek medical support
• Practical ways to support your fertility

🎧 Listen to  on all major podcast platforms and watch on YouTube!

05/22/2026

Why can’t patients wear perfume during procedures at Extend Fertility? 🌸💬🧬

If you’re going through fertility treatments for an egg freezing cycle or IVF, you might be surprised to hear that perfume and all scented products are a no-go on procedure day.

Fragranced products often contain VOCs (volatile organic compounds). These chemicals can act as endocrine disruptors, interfering with hormonal balance.

That’s why we follow a strict fragrance-free policy and have HEPA filters all throughout our lab here at Extend Fertility!

05/21/2026

"You go through certain universal moments, like I was 35 when I froze my eggs... A lot of other women around that age are freezing their eggs." - Emilia Clarke 🥚

In a new interview with The Times, actress opened up about her decision to freeze her eggs after suffering two brain aneurysms in her 20s, along with the heartbreaking loss of her father to cancer.

📝 Quotes pulled from Yahoo Entertainment
Read Emilia's full interview here:

The actress, who found fame in Game of Thrones on her medical battles and her new role in Ponies

05/20/2026

Balancing fertility treatments with your career can feel incredibly draining. It’s a demanding cycle of appointments, medications, and the quiet tension of waiting for news... all while keeping your job. 😅

We have a new blog post up on our website that covers how to balance your career with your fertility treatment!

We answer the following questions:
💼 Should you tell your employer?
📆 How do you manage treatments around a full-time schedule?
💉 How do you stay ahead of medications?
🤔 What should you expect physically and emotionally?
🌇 What are your rights in New York?

When it feels all-consuming, remember that the most intense phases are usually brief.
Comment down below any questions you have about balancing fertility treatments and work 👇🏼

05/19/2026

✔️Froze her eggs at 38
✔️Had twins at 41
✔️Wrote a book about doing it alone

One of our lovely patients, Connie Rutherford aka sat down with us to talk about her fertility journey becoming a Single Mother by Choice!

Read the full interview and learn more about Connie’s incredible journey on our blog (link is in our bio!)

📚Connie wrote her memoir, “Searching for Tadpoles” to help other women navigate the medical “alphabet soup” of IVF, IUI, and PGT-A. You can find it on all major book selling outlets.

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