Although conceiving a child becomes more challenging with age, women of any age or background can experience fertility issues. Infertility may be a problem even when there are no other underlying health conditions. Genetic factors might be at play if a close female relative has...

In-vitro fertilization (IVF) is a common procedure intended to help families have children. Women and, if partnered, their partners who have had difficulty conceiving can use IVF to facilitate pregnancy. IVF can also be a way for a lesbian couple to conceive and carry a child...