Tag Archives: Pregnancy

We are happy to recommend this book to our clients!

Posted on March 19, 2013 by admin

One reviewer wrote: This lovely book provides a friendly, thoughtful explanation to young children who were conceived with anonymously donated sperm. It’s also an appropriate conversation starter for parents in any family situation who want to raise open-minded and inclusive … Continue reading →

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Infertility and PCOS

Posted on January 24, 2013 by admin

From the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) fact sheet on Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). “What risks do women have with PCOS? Lack of ovulation in women with PCOS results in continuous exposure of their uterine lining (endometrium) to estrogen. … Continue reading →

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Diagnosis

Posted on January 21, 2013 by admin

From the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) fact sheet on Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). “How is PCOS diagnosed? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder that affects 5-10% of women. The diagnosis of PCOS is made by … Continue reading →

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A Brave Journey

Posted on October 2, 2012 by admin

Blog written by Fairfax Cryobank Director of Operations, Michelle Ottey, PhD. I had a family party this weekend where I was able to spend time with my nieces and nephews. These are great kids that range from 2 to 8 … Continue reading →

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Great Success Story

Posted on August 27, 2012 by admin

Check out this great success story on It’s Conceivable. This couple used Cryogenic Laboratories to conceive their child! Here is what they said when asked why they used CLI as their sperm bank. “For sperm we used Cryogenic Laboratories, they … Continue reading →

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What did you say?

Posted on August 9, 2012 by admin

Blog written by CLI Family Forum Moderator Desiree Last year I wrote a blog article, Forum Abbreviations Explained, which helped new CLI Family Forums users navigate the technology lingo often found throughout the forum. I thought I would revisit some … Continue reading →

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How old is too old?

Posted on August 3, 2012 by admin

Blog written by CLI Family Forum Moderator Desiree Is 40 really the new 30? Members of the CLI Family Forum say so with a resounding yes! There are many reasons people are waiting longer to have children nowadays. Sometimes it … Continue reading →

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GOOD NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted on June 25, 2012 by admin

Blog written by CLI Lab Director Michelle Ottey, PhD, HCLD GOOD NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!! That was the subject line of an email I recently received. Being the Lab Director, I do not have a lot of patient contact. I work with the … Continue reading →

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Reproductive Toxicology

Posted on May 2, 2012 by admin

Blog written by CLI Compliance Officer Amy Erickson Hagen Likely there are things you remember from various stages in your education like being the line leader, square dancing in gym, or senior skip day. However, the lab next to my … Continue reading →

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