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Endometriosis, Unexplained Infertility and More
Endometriosis and unexplained infertility are among the most frustrating diagnoses a person can receive — one is often undertreated, the other offers no clear answers at all. This forum is a place to share your experience, ask questions, and find others who understand what it means to navigate a diagnosis that is complicated, misunderstood, or simply incomplete. You are not alone here. This forum has benefited from the expertise and compassion of Walid Saleh, M.D., a longtime INCIID professional member and fertility specialist at Dallas Fertility Center, whose contributions to our community have helped countless patients navigate these complex diagnoses.
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Fertility After 40 and Genetic Challenges
This forum draws on decades of trusted content and conversation, including the generous contributions of Jeffrey Fisch, M.D., a reproductive endocrinologist, fertility specialist, and Medical Director of Green Valley Fertility Center in Henderson, NV. Dr. Fisch has been an INCIID advisor and long-standing professional member whose insights on aging and fertility have helped countless patients over the years. He is a doctor with heart and a proud supporter of the INCIID Scholarship Program. This forum covers fertility after 40, genetic considerations, preimplantation genetic testing, donor options, and the groundbreaking cytoplasmic transfer research first reported in 1997 and ramifications for 2026. — explore the interactive infographic.
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Male Infertility
Male factor infertility affects nearly half of all couples struggling to conceive, yet it is often the last thing discussed and the least talked about. Whether you are dealing with low sperm count, motility issues, hormonal factors, or an unexplained diagnosis, this forum is a space for open and supportive conversation — for men, for partners, and for anyone navigating this part of the journey together. INCIID was first to publish (for consumers) one of the earliest patient-facing explanations of ICSI, written by the world-renowned scientists who pioneered the procedure in the USA — Micromanipulation Techniques: New Hope for Male Factor Infertility by Drs. Marc Goldstein, Zev Rosenwaks, of Cornell NYC and Linda F. Davey.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
PCOS is one of the most common yet frequently misunderstood causes of infertility, affecting millions of women worldwide. This forum is a place to ask questions, share experiences, and find support from others navigating this complex diagnosis. We recommend starting with this essential PCOS resource by world-renowned PCOS expert Samuel Thatcher, M.D., Ph.D., author of PCOS: The Hidden Epidemic — considered essential reading for anyone affected by PCOS. This forum has also benefited from the expertise of Shaun Christopher Williams, M.D., a dedicated INCIID professional member and fertility specialist at Illume Fertility.
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The Healing Arts: Alternative and Complementary Medicine
Ask Mike Berkley a question: Alternative and Complementary Medicine are often not practiced by Western medical doctors. This is a good place to ask your questions about complementary medicine, acupuncture, and herbal medicine. Mike Berkley, a member of the INCIID Advisory Board and the INCIID Board of Directors, presents reliable information applying his expertise in Eastern Medicine to the needs of his infertility patients. Visit Mike's Profile to learn more about his practice, or visit The Berkley Center in New York City.
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Third Party Reproduction
Moderated by Annette Lee, MD
Dr. Lee is a longtime INCIID contributor and friend. Dr. Lee has been answering questions for INCIIDers since 1999. She's been away starting her own practice for a few years. We are thrilled she has once again brought her expertise and kind words to INCIID members. Please take a look at Dr. Lee's profile and also visit her website.
Dr. Lee is a longtime INCIID contributor and friend. Dr. Lee has been answering questions for INCIIDers since 1999. She's been away starting her own practice for a few years. We are thrilled she has once again brought her expertise and kind words to INCIID members. Please take a look at Dr. Lee's profile and also visit her website.
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General Infertility
Hello and Welcome. INCIID started in 1994 and was the FIRST infertility site on the entire World Wide Web.
Please make yourself at home and introduce yourself or ask a question about how to find a cycle buddy or where to apply for the IVF Scholarship.
Please make yourself at home and introduce yourself or ask a question about how to find a cycle buddy or where to apply for the IVF Scholarship.
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Miscarriage and Pregnancy Loss Support
A place to find others who understand the magnitude of loss associated with the death of a baby in miscarriage, stillbirth or other pregnancy loss.
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IVF Questions
The INCIID IVF Questions Forum offers a calm, trusted alternative to the social media free-for-all—where questions about IVF are met with thoughtful, informed responses, not noise or judgment.
In a moderated, respectful environment, patients and experienced voices come together to share real insights, ask meaningful questions, and support one another with empathy and clarity. Here, the focus isn’t on who’s loudest or fastest—it’s on providing accurate information, civil discourse, and a space where every question is treated with the care it deserves; A tradition INCIID has always held dear.
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Nutrition, Diet and Fitness
Discussions about diets, fitness and exercise programs while trying to conceive or after becoming a parent.
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Grief and Loss
A place of support and healing when grief is hard to shoulder alone.
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Memorial Gardens Link
The INCIID Memorial Gardens is dedicated to the memory of Linda Lacey, a beloved friend and colleague whose compassion for families facing infertility and loss was boundless. Linda sat with these stories, felt them deeply, and gave her heart to helping families find hope through INCIID's IVF scholarship program. Her spirit lives in every memorial held in this garden.
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PolyCystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Support
Peer support for those with PCOS. Network with your other "cysters"
Be sure to click here to visit, print and read the PCOS FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions).
Be sure to click here to visit, print and read the PCOS FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions).
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Donor Eggs
Moderated by Dr. Michael Feinman of HRC Fertility in Encino and Westlake Village, CA.
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Insurance and Infertility
Discuss and network about coverage for infertility. Get suggestions and support from each other about how to navigate insurance issues.
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Pregnancy After Infertility and Loss
Share your experiences with fellow INCIIDers.
There are several sections on the INCIID Forums: Ask the Experts, Infertility Support, Grief and Loss, Pregnancy After Infertility, Parenting After Infertility, Adoption and Lifestyles including the Infamous "SoapBoxes". The Ask the Experts area is set up so med
There are several sections on the INCIID Forums: Ask the Experts, Infertility Support, Grief and Loss, Pregnancy After Infertility, Parenting After Infertility, Adoption and Lifestyles including the Infamous "SoapBoxes". The Ask the Experts area is set up so med
A Heartbreaking Decision
A place to find support and information on seclective reduction. A private forum for those who qualify.
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Welcome to the Parenting Support Forums
Welcome to the INCIID Forums. A private, safe community where your conversations stay yours. No algorithms. No data mining. No chaos. Just real support from people who understand. Real conversations. Real privacy. Unlike social media platforms, INCIID's community forums are a safe harbor — your story stays here, not in a data warehouse.
Parenting after Infertility
Support for those parenting after a history of infertility, multiple miscarriage and other losses.
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Parenting Soapbox
The Parenting Soapbox is for intelligent, free, open, and peaceable exchange of ideas, philosophies, and viewpoints on any parenting and/or pregnancy issues.
Any material found on the board promoting hate, or for the sole purpose of inflaming an individual or population is prohibited.
If you have a question email INCIID
INCIID operates on donations and contributions. Please consider a tax deductible donation today.
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INCIID operates on donations and contributions. Please consider a tax deductible donation today.
Click here to give a smaller or larger amount.
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Adoption: Parenting After Adoption
Parenting after adoption discussions
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Parenting without a partner
This is a private forum. If you would like to be given permission to participate, please send an email to INCIIDinfo@inciid.org with your full name, user name and circumstances which bring you to this forum for support.
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Art of Breastfeeding
Support for those who have made a decision or are looking for help in making the decision to breast feed their baby.
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Parenting Special Needs Children
Parenting children with disabilities can be difficult without support. Join the Special Needs Children Forum and find support from other parents.
Visit the Ask an Advocate Forum for help with IEP's., 504 plans or other issues involving schools and special needs children.
Visit the Ask an Advocate Forum for help with IEP's., 504 plans or other issues involving schools and special needs children.
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The Politics Soapbox
This is a Current Affairs Forum for intelligent, free, open, and peaceable exchange of ideas, philosophies, and viewpoints on news, events and politics, including local and national politics.
Any material found on the board promoting hate speech or intolerance will be removed.
INCIID is a nonprofit and operates on donations and contributions. Please consider a tax deductible donation today.
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Special Thoughts for Special People
The generous and loving nature of INCIID members has always been one of the many things that set INCIID apart from other online communities. This forum provides a special place for those finding themselves in a crisis or difficulty outside of the infertility struggle to check in and find specific support with their peers. let us know how we can help.
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Evaluating Sources
Tell us how you evaluate your sources. Evaluating information encourages you to think critically about the reliability, validity, accuracy, authority, timeliness, point of view or bias of information sources.
Just because your social media feed, an article, or website your found tells a story or tale, doesn't mean the information passed along is a reliable source.
Misinformation can harm or even kill you. Where do you get your information and how do you source it or do you source it? And why or Why not?
Tell us how you evaluate your sources. Evaluating information encourages you to think critically about the reliability, validity, accuracy, authority, timeliness, point of view or bias of information sources.
Just because your social media feed, an article, or website your found tells a story or tale, doesn't mean the information passed along is a reliable source.
Misinformation can harm or even kill you. Where do you get your information and how do you source it or do you source it? And why or Why not?
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Humane Technology & Civility in the Digital Age
There Are Real People Behind Every Device and Screen
Humane Technology is a movement and initiative dedicated to aligning technology to human needs rather than exploiting human vulnerabilities for profit.
Most for profit organizations and companies set up their business model to extort your private information for profit. Many companies are not socially responsible to the consumers who drive their economics. We understand there are real people behind every device and screen.
INCIID added humane technology to our mission beyond just information to help build your family. INCIID aims to provide benefits to users and society without causing cognition overload, promotion of anxiety, discord and disinformation. And we provide it for free.
Most for profit organizations and companies set up their business model to extort your private information for profit. Many companies are not socially responsible to the consumers who drive their economics. We understand there are real people behind every device and screen.
INCIID added humane technology to our mission beyond just information to help build your family. INCIID aims to provide benefits to users and society without causing cognition overload, promotion of anxiety, discord and disinformation. And we provide it for free.
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The INCIID Memorial Gardens is a sacred, permanent space where families can honor babies lost through miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal loss, failed IVF, failed adoption, and infant loss. Each memorial is a testament to a life that mattered — however brief. You are welcome there: This is a sacred...04-10-2026, 10:36 AM
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We live in a time when the loudest voices often win—and the most extreme opinions get the most attention. Social media rewards outrage, speed, and certainty. But real progress requires something very different: patience, nuance, and the willingness to truly hear one another.
So here’s...04-10-2026, 09:54 AM