Collab Fertility

Collab Fertility Build the family you want, with a team you trust. Comprehensive, evidence-based fertility care for your unique journey. https://www.collabfertility.com/events

We are a new fertility clinic with a state-of-the-art IVF lab in Walnut Creek, CA. We believe that everyone has a right to evidence-based fertility care. Our dedicated team is here to guide and support you in making the most informed decisions for your family building journey, while prioritizing your physical and emotional well-being. We welcome and celebrate all kinds of family structures. Our fe

rtility services include: same-day fertility testing, IUI, IVf, egg and embryo freezing, s***m and egg donor, and gestational carrier services. Our experienced physicians, expert embryologists, and skilled nurses are here to compassionately guide you through your fertility journey.

09/08/2026

How much can a few months really matter when you’re trying to build a family?

The answer depends on your age, ovarian reserve, and individual fertility history. But for some patients, especially as reproductive age increases, waiting can have a real impact on the number and quality of eggs available and the number of opportunities you may have for a successful embryo transfer.

That does not mean everyone needs to rush into treatment.

It means timing should be part of the conversation.

If you know you want children, are considering egg freezing, or have already been trying to conceive, understanding your ovarian reserve and reproductive timeline can help you make more informed decisions about what comes next.

At Collab Fertility, we help patients understand where they are now, what their options are, and whether waiting is likely to meaningfully change those options.

Schedule a consultation to learn more.

09/02/2026

Should you take CoQ10 while trying to conceive or preparing for egg freezing?

CoQ10 is an antioxidant involved in mitochondrial function. Mitochondria help provide the energy cells need, including the energy required during egg maturation and early embryo development.

Some fertility specialists recommend CoQ10 before an egg retrieval, particularly for patients with diminished ovarian reserve or increasing reproductive age.

What is important to understand:
• CoQ10 cannot increase the number of eggs in the ovaries
• It cannot reverse age-related changes in egg quality
• Supplement quality and dosing vary
• Supplements should be reviewed alongside your medications and medical history
• CoQ10 can be discontinued once you are pregnant

Supplements can be one part of a broader preconception plan that also includes nutrition, sleep, movement, metabolic health, and avoiding smoking.

At Collab Fertility, our nutrition services are designed to help patients understand how supplements fit into the bigger picture of reproductive health.

Schedule today and meet with our in-house fertility nutritionist to review your supplements and understand what the evidence says.

“I stopped birth control, and now everything feels off with my hormones, and I’m worried about my ability to get pregnan...
09/01/2026

“I stopped birth control, and now everything feels off with my hormones, and I’m worried about my ability to get pregnant”

It is one reason many people believe birth control caused their hormone or fertility concerns.

But sometimes birth control was managing symptoms of an underlying condition. When it is stopped, those symptoms can become visible again.

That may include:
• Irregular or absent periods
• Painful periods
• Heavy bleeding
• Acne or unwanted hair growth
• Symptoms related to PCOS, endometriosis, or fibroids

Hormonal birth control can also temporarily affect certain fertility markers. For example, birth control pills and the contraceptive implant may suppress AMH, which can make ovarian reserve appear lower than it is.

This does not mean every symptom should be dismissed as an adjustment period. If your cycles remain irregular, your pain is significant, or you are concerned about your fertility, it is worth asking for an evaluation.

The question is not simply, “Did birth control cause this?”

A more useful question may be, “What was birth control managing, and what is my body showing me now?”

We work WITH you to figure out your underlying hormonal imbalances or issues before you try to conceive.

08/28/2026

The honest answer is that it depends on how much and how often you are drinking.

Research on light or occasional alcohol use and natural fertility is mixed. We do not have strong evidence that one occasional drink dramatically changes your chance of conceiving that month.

What is clearer is that heavier or frequent alcohol use may affect reproductive hormones, ovulation, s***m health, and fertility treatment outcomes.

Because pregnancy can begin before you know you are pregnant, the safest recommendation is to avoid alcohol while trying to conceive. At minimum, keep intake as low as possible and avoid binge drinking. The ultimate takeaway is that when trying to conceive, the less alcohol, the better.

This is not about making patients feel guilty over one drink. It is about understanding that alcohol is one modifiable factor within a much larger fertility picture.

08/27/2026

What makes Collab Fertility such a special place to work?

For Lorena Gomez, it comes down to the people, the collaboration, and the shared commitment to making every patient feel supported throughout their fertility journey.

As our Financial Counselor, Lorena helps patients navigate insurance benefits, treatment costs, and the financial side of care with greater clarity and confidence. But what she loves most about Collab is being part of a team that genuinely cares about the people behind every treatment plan.

That sense of connection is at the heart of The Collab Way, supporting patients not just clinically, but as whole people.

We’re so grateful to have Lorena as part of our team.

Did birth control cause your hormone problems, or did it reveal something that was already there?If your periods became ...
08/26/2026

Did birth control cause your hormone problems, or did it reveal something that was already there?

If your periods became irregular, acne returned, cramping worsened, or other symptoms appeared after stopping birth control, it is easy to assume the medication caused the problem.

But sometimes, birth control was helping manage symptoms of an underlying condition like PCOS or endometriosis. Once you stop taking it, your natural cycle becomes visible again.

In our latest Collab Journal, we break down:

• What happens to your hormones after stopping birth control
• Why some symptoms return
• How birth control can temporarily affect AMH and ovarian reserve testing
• When irregular periods, pain, or other changes may deserve further evaluation
• Why you do not need a “birth control detox”

The goal is not to create fear around birth control. It is to help you better understand what your cycle may be telling you.

Read the full article at the link in bio.

Sometimes it takes more than one try. This lovely couple came to Collab navigating male factor infertility. After an IVF...
08/25/2026

Sometimes it takes more than one try.

This lovely couple came to Collab navigating male factor infertility. After an IVF cycle with ICSI, their first embryo transfer was unsuccessful.

Their second transfer worked.

Stories like this are an important reminder that one unsuccessful transfer doesn’t mean treatment won’t work. Every IVF journey is different, and sometimes the path to pregnancy takes another step.

What is ICSI?

ICSI, or intracytoplasmic s***m injection, is a technique where a single s***m is injected directly into an egg during IVF. It’s often used in cases of male factor infertility to help with fertilization.

We’re so grateful to be part of this couple’s journey.

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Colorectal cancer is increasingly affecting adults under 50, making conversations about screening, early detection, and ...
08/21/2026

Colorectal cancer is increasingly affecting adults under 50, making conversations about screening, early detection, and risk factors more important than ever.

Join Dr. Thalia Segal and a multidisciplinary team of oncology experts for a free virtual workshop, Colorectal Cancer Under 50: Understanding the Rising Trend, presented in partnership with John Muir Health and Cancer Support Community.

The virtual workshop will take place on Tuesday, August 25 from 6–7 PM.

The discussion will cover current trends, warning signs, risk factors, updated screening guidelines, fertility preservation, and supportive care resources.

For adults at average risk, colorectal cancer screening is recommended beginning at age 45. Some people may need to begin screening earlier based on factors such as a strong family history, advanced polyps, hereditary syndromes, or inflammatory bowel disease.

Because cancer treatment can also affect future fertility, Dr. Segal will bring the reproductive health and fertility preservation perspective to this important conversation.

Register at the link in bio.

A lovely visit with the team at Kokko Wellness in Berkeley. 💚We were welcomed with a beautiful Chinese tea ceremony, fol...
08/17/2026

A lovely visit with the team at Kokko Wellness in Berkeley. 💚

We were welcomed with a beautiful Chinese tea ceremony, followed by lunch and thoughtful conversations about how we can continue supporting fertility patients in a more holistic way.

Kokko Wellness offers acupuncture, including fertility acupuncture, along with herbal medicine and other complementary approaches that can work alongside Western fertility care.

We also had the chance to share clips from The Plastic Detox and talk about the growing conversation around environmental exposures, reproductive health, and the everyday changes patients may want to consider as part of their fertility journey.

One of the things we value most at Collab is building relationships with trusted practitioners who can support our patients beyond the walls of the clinic.

We’re so grateful to the Kokko Wellness team for the warm welcome and look forward to continuing to collaborate in support of our patients.

08/13/2026

Happy birthday to our amazing embryologist, Christy! 🎉

Behind every egg, embryo, and hopeful next step is an incredible amount of care, precision, and attention to detail. Christy brings all of that and more to the lab every day.

She plays such an important role in helping our patients build their families, carefully supporting eggs and embryos through some of the most delicate and meaningful stages of the fertility journey.

We are so grateful for the expertise, compassion, and meticulous care she brings to Collab.

Happy birthday, Christy! We hope you feel very celebrated today.

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2700 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite 170
Walnut Creek, CA
94598

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Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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