The Role of Nutrition in Fertility Treatments: How Diet Can Impact Your Chances of Success

Navigating the journey to parenthood through fertility treatments can often feel overwhelming for intended parents. Amidst the myriad of medical advice and protocols, it's important to also consider the role of everyday choices you make, particularly your nutrition. You may be surprised to hear that a well-balanced diet not only supports general health but can also significantly influence the outcomes of fertility treatments. By understanding how specific nutrients and dietary patterns affect...

What Are the Benefits of Using Frozen Eggs

Egg freezing is an empowering option for those looking to take control of their fertility. Whether you're advancing your career, focusing on personal growth, or simply not ready to start a family, freezing your eggs allows you to preserve your best reproductive years. It offers peace of mind, knowing that when you're ready to pursue pregnancy, your healthiest eggs will still be available, regardless of your age. At Chedid Grieco, we’ve dedicated over 30 years to helping people make...

What to Know About Transporting Embryos Overseas Back to the US

Transporting embryos from a fertility clinic abroad back to the United States involves far more than logistics. It requires a careful understanding of federal regulations, strict documentation, and coordination between multiple clinics, couriers, and legal frameworks. For families who have undergone fertility treatment overseas, the process of bringing their embryos home can feel overwhelming, but it is entirely achievable with the right guidance and an experienced clinic on your side. At...

How Alabama’s New IVF Ruling Could Affect Your Journey to Parenthood

In February 2024, the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are legally children under the state's wrongful death statute, a decision that briefly halted in-vitro fertilization (IVF) services across the state as clinics weighed the legal exposure of storing, discarding, or transferring embryos. Alabama lawmakers responded quickly with legislation shielding IVF providers and patients from liability, and clinics resumed services within weeks. Even so, the underlying legal question the...

Egg Donation Abroad: Pros and Cons of International Donation Programs

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Silvana Chedid on August 6, 2026 Egg donation programs outside the US can offer real advantages, including access to a broader donor pool, shorter wait times, and lower costs, but they also come with different rules around donor anonymity, parental recognition, and the legal process for bringing your child home. Understanding both sides before choosing a program is the best way to protect your family and your treatment timeline. Egg donation abroad has become an...

The Role of Nutrition and Lifestyle in IVF Success

What This Page Covers: Nutrition: Diets rich in antioxidants and Mediterranean patterns improve IVF success, while high-fat, sugar-laden diets harm outcomes. Lifestyle: Balanced exercise, stress management, quality sleep, avoiding toxins, and steering clear of substances enhance IVF chances. Weight Management: Healthy weight maintenance, neither overweight nor underweight, is crucial for optimal hormone levels and IVF success. Chedid Grieco: With 30 years of experience and nearly...

United States or Brazil: Which Country Offers More Affordable and Equally Efficient IVF Treatment Options to Intended Parents

When it comes to starting a family, many couples face challenges and turn to assisted reproductive technology, such as IVF treatment, to fulfill their dreams of parenthood. However, the cost of IVF treatments in the United States can be a major barrier for intended parents. This has led many to look beyond domestic borders for more affordable yet equally effective treatment options. Among the myriad of international options, Brazil emerges as a compelling choice due to its comparatively lower...

Why You Should Work With an FDA-Approved Fertility Clinic Outside of the US

Are you struggling with fertility issues and looking for a reliable solution? Consider working with an FDA-approved fertility clinic outside of the US. While it may seem daunting to travel to a different country for medical treatment, there are numerous benefits to doing so.  Not only do many countries have advanced and reputable fertility clinics, but they also offer more affordable options compared to the US. Plus, with the stringent regulations set by the FDA, you can trust that the...

Does Insurance Cover Fertility Treatments?

Insurance coverage for fertility treatments is one of the first things patients ask us about, and honestly, it's one of the harder questions to answer in a general way. What a plan actually covers depends on who issued it, whether the employer opted into fertility benefits at all, and which state the patient lives in. We've had this conversation across a wide range of situations and what we've found is that the variation from one patient to the next is real enough that general answers rarely...

Is IVF More Affordable Outside of the United States?

For those struggling with fertility issues, the idea of undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) can be both exciting and daunting. With the high cost of IVF treatments in the United States, many individuals and couples may feel discouraged from pursuing this option, often leading them to explore options outside of their home country. At Chedid Grieco, we understand the financial strain that IVF can bring, which is why we offer our services at a lower cost than most clinics in the U.S. With...