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IVF Demystified: Fact or Fiction
Thursday, June 5 · 12:30 – 1pm PDT – Join us for a 30-minute myth-busting session with fertility specialist Dr. Valerie Flores and Sunfish CEO Angela Rastegar.
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Addressing Inequities in Fertility Healthcare
In the United States, access to healthcare can vary based on a person’s race or ethnicity. This is especially true in fertility treatment, where Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) often face significant challenges. These include higher rates of infertility compared to White individuals, yet lower rates of seeking treatment. For example, Black women…
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Love Shouldn’t Break the Bank: Affordable Options for LGBTQIA+ Family Building
Pride Month is a vibrant celebration of love, self-expression, and the LGBTQIA+ community. It’s also a time to reflect on the beautiful diversity of families within the community, and the unique paths LGBTQIA+ individuals take to build them. For many, the dream of parenthood is a cherished desire, and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and surrogacy…
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The Cost of the Decline in Male Fertility
For a growing number of couples, infertility is presenting significant hurdles to becoming parents. Studies indicate a concerning trend – sperm counts have been steadily declining over the past few decades, impacting reproductive health. This blog post will delve into the factors contributing to this decline, explore the implications for couples struggling to conceive, and…
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The Potential $1.7 Trillion Global Fertility Market
By Lauren Clark, Andrew Kosari, and The Sunfish Team How large is the potential for the global fertility market? According to new research, the total potential demand for ‘assisted reproductive technology’ (ART) services including IVF, surrogacy, and medications is $1.7 trillion. The exponential growth of the industry is fueled by various factors including delayed childbearing,…
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Is IVF and Surrogacy Tax Deductible?
For families using IVF, surrogacy, and/or egg donors to grow, these services are expensive – anywhere from $20,000 to $200,000. One silver lining is that some parts of the process can be tax deducted – but not for everyone. We’ll break down who and how patients can benefit from tax savings when using assisted reproduction…
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The Elasticity of Demand: The Impact of AI on IVF in 2024
As we step into 2024, infertility is on the rise, prompting heightened discussions around Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) services. In parallel, the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the possibilities of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) journeys.
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The Real Price of Fertility Treatment: Financial Planning with Angela Rastegar From Sunfish
Dr. Lora Shahine and Angela share their own experiences here and highlight the need for affordable solutions so those exploring fertility options can build the families they dream of.
May 2024
Boston IVF Rochester’s IVF Success Program
Join Boston IVF Rochester and Sunfish here to learn about their new refund program for pregnancy.
Feb 2024
Affording Ongoing Surrogacy Payments in the Current Economy
Join Sunfish and Surrogate First to learn more about the cost of surrogacy and potential solutions and help. We’ll discuss how much does surrogacy really cost, an overview of the surrogacy process, factors that influence the cost, and how to pay for it.
June 2023
IVF, Reimagined: RMA of Michigan’s New Refund Program
Want financial peace of mind for IVF? Join Sunfish and RMA of Michigan to learn about their new refund program for pregnancy.
Nov 2023
Preparing for Surrogacy with Circle Surrogacy
Learn about Preparing for Surrogacy with 20 Year industry Expert Scott Buckley, Esq of Circle and Angela Rastegar, CEO of Sunfish here
Feb 2024
Kindbody’s IVF Success Program
Learn how to better pay for and protect your IVF journey through the IVF Success Program, powered by Sunfish.
May 2025