The Cost Breakdown: Comparing Total IVF Expenses in Miami vs. São Paulo (Including Travel)

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Silvana Chedid on September 3, 2026 When couples begin researching IVF, the price on the clinic's website is rarely the full picture. Medications, monitoring appointments, genetic testing, and, for those considering care abroad, flights and accommodations all factor into what treatment actually costs from start to finish. For patients weighing IVF in Miami against treatment in São Paulo, an honest side-by-side comparison tells a story that goes well beyond the base...

Why Brazilian-American Couples Are Choosing to Do IVF in Brazil (And How to Know If It’s Right for You)

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Silvana Chedid on August 21, 2026 Brazilian-American couples choose to pursue IVF in Brazil because it pairs a meaningfully lower cost with a national regulatory standard that many find easier to plan around than the patchwork of state rules in the United States, all while letting them stay connected to family and culture on both sides of the border. For couples navigating fertility treatment across two countries, the decision of where to pursue IVF is rarely simple....

What Are the Options for Genetic Carrier Screening Before Starting IVF?

Genetic carrier screening is one of the most valuable steps prospective parents can take before beginning an IVF cycle. Carriers of genetic conditions often have no symptoms themselves, yet both partners may unknowingly carry a mutation for the same recessive disorder, creating a real risk of passing it on to a child. Knowing this information before treatment begins opens the door to more informed decisions and, when necessary, targeted embryo testing before transfer. At Chedid Grieco,...

Can Endometriosis Be Treated During the Same Trip as Your IVF Cycle?

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Silvana Chedid on August 6, 2026 For patients traveling to Brazil for fertility treatment, combining endometriosis management with an IVF cycle is a question worth asking early. Endometriosis affects roughly 1 in 10 women of reproductive age and is one of the most common contributors to infertility, yet many patients don't realize the condition may be addressable as part of a coordinated treatment plan. Whether this approach makes sense depends on the severity of the...

What Is Assisted Hatching and When Is It Recommended During IVF?

During an IVF cycle, a fertilized egg must break free from its protective outer shell, called the zona pellucida, before it can implant in the uterine lining. In some cases, this shell becomes thicker or harder than usual, making it more difficult for the embryo to hatch naturally and reducing the chances of a successful implantation. Assisted hatching is a laboratory technique designed to address exactly this challenge, giving the embryo a better opportunity to implant and develop. At...

How to Plan Your Fertility Treatment Around Work and Life Commitments

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Silvana Chedid on September 3, 2026 Balancing fertility treatment with career demands and personal responsibilities requires careful coordination and realistic planning. Many people pursuing parenthood wonder how to integrate medical appointments, hormonal protocols, and recovery periods into already full schedules without compromising their professional standing or personal well-being. At Chedid Grieco, we work with patients navigating these same concerns...

Financing International Fertility Treatment: Payment Options and Considerations

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Silvana Chedid on September 3, 2026 The cost of fertility treatment can feel overwhelming, especially when you're considering care outside your home country. Many patients find that traveling abroad for procedures like IVF or egg freezing offers both clinical excellence and financial relief, but figuring out how to pay for it requires careful planning. At Chedid Grieco, we help patients from around the world access affordable, advanced fertility treatments in São...

International Options to Consider When Building Your Family as a Single Parent

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Silvana Chedid on August 12, 2026 Single parents pursuing fertility treatment abroad often have more legal and clinical options than they expect, particularly in countries where policy has kept pace with modern family structures. Brazil is one of them: its national medical regulator explicitly includes single intended parents in its eligibility rules for assisted reproduction, and its clinics routinely combine donor programs, IVF, and legal support in one coordinated...

Why FDA and NYDH Licensing Matter When Choosing an International Fertility Clinic

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Silvana Chedid on September 3, 2026 Traveling abroad for fertility treatment involves trust in systems you may not fully understand. When you cross international borders for reproductive care, the regulatory oversight protecting tissue handling, embryo storage, and laboratory standards varies dramatically from country to country. FDA registration and New York State Department of Health (NYDH) tissue licensing provide U.S.-based assurance that an international...

The Science Behind IVM: How Do Eggs Mature in the Laboratory?

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Silvana Chedid on September 3, 2026 Inside a human ovary, eggs spend months developing before they're ready for fertilization. The natural maturation process requires precise hormonal signals and intricate cellular changes that transform an immature egg into one capable of creating new life. In Vitro Maturation replicates this biological process outside the body, allowing immature eggs to complete their development in a controlled laboratory environment rather than...