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9 more Black leaders in reproductive health + wellness to follow These medical professionals, researchers, and advocates are making waves in fertility care, mental healthcare, breast cancer awareness, and beyond. Swipe through for the 9 people we’re featuring this week. ... 1. Ananda Lewis (@imanandalewis): Former TV host and current breast cancer awareness advocate. 2. Dr. Jamila Perritt, MD, MPH, FACOG (@jamilaperritt): President and CEO of Physicians for Reproductive Health. 3. Attia Taylor (@attia): Founder and editor-in-chief of @womanlymag. 4. Loretta Ross: One of the creators of the Reproductive Justice movement and co-founder of @sistersong_woc. 5. Dr. Cindy Duke, MD, PhD, FACOG (@drcindymduke): Reproductive endocrinologist, virologist, and founder of @fertilitynevada. 6. Bea Arthur, LMHC (@bbarthur): Psychotherapist, entrepreneur, author, and founder of @the.difference.co. 7. Monica Carter, MS, FNP-BC (@monicathenp): Nurse practitioner in OB-GYN and both creator and lead instructor of The Compensation Course. 8. Dr. Morine Cebert Gaitors, PhD, FNP-C (@fertilityrn_phd): Reproductive endocrinology nurse and researcher. 9. Dr. Tiffany M. Montgomery PhD, MSHP, RNC-OB (@drtiffmonique on Twitter): Co-chair of the National Black Nurses Association Women's Health Committee, researcher, and registered nurse. Let us know which accounts you’re loving below and stay tuned for more people to follow throughout the month! See more

Advocacy in reproductive health We're bringing together a panel of Black reproductive healthcare experts to share tactical advice for how to advocate for yourself and get the care you deserve. Come join us for this free virtual event on 2/23 (link in bio to snag your spot!). We'll be exploring common fertility myths, what to do if you encounter racism and discrimination at the doctor's office, ways to make sure your needs are met, and how we can normalize convos abo...ut reproductive health. Meet the panel! Moderator: @positivelymyeek, a marriage and family therapist and co-chair of Modern Fertility's BIPOC community (her specialty is maternal mental health!). @temekazoremd, a fellowship-trained reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist and board-certified OB-GYN at Spring Fertility in San Francisco. @kstew222, a writer, actress, and self-proclaimed "egg advocate" who hosts weekly fertility chats called Warrior Wednesdays Live on Instagram. @theblackobgynproject's Dr. Tamandra Morgan, MD, whose Instagram account shares educational resources on racial inequity in reproductive healthcare. Sign up by clicking the link in bio! Can’t make it live? We will send you a replay if you’re signed up.

The powerhouse of fertility Throughout February, we’re partnering with Black artists to showcase their unique expressions of fertility and reproductive health. Up next is interior designer, artist, and illustrator Marwa Talal @marwatalalcreative: ... "When I think of fertility, I think of my own journey and the journey of billions of women through millennia. The cycle of birth connects us to both our ancestral past and our offers to the future. The same challenges and joys that come with fertility are something that women regardless of belief, race, or class can connect with. When creating this piece, I wanted it to represent the powerhouse of fertility (the uterus was once home to all humankind) like the stars in a night sky. The hands gesturing the sense that we are 'taking fertility into our own hands.' The hands also double by gesturing as though to receive. The symmetry manifests the balance of the future and the past. The moons exemplify the menstruation cycle and the mysterious but powerful connection it has with the movement of the moon. We are but a small fragment of this universe, but within the uterus, we hold the universe within us. The birth of a child is a gift, like a celestial blessing that will carry the lessons we teach to the next generation and the balance of life continues." Follow along all month long for more artists and their latest masterpieces. #poweredbymf See more

Raise your hand if you've talked to your therapist about fertility We love every single post that comes through the Modern Community, but this one miiiiight just be our favorite. (#breakallthestigmas) Here's why Ronnie opens up about fertility (in therapy sessions and beyond): "It was truly helpful and it made me feel like I wasn’t alone. I want to be able to do the same thing for others and help them navigate their own way through this because it can be so overwhelmi...ng." When's the last time you talked about your fertility at therapy or otherwise? Jump into convos like this one by requesting to join the Modern Community at www.modernfertility.com/community/ See more

7 more Black leaders in reproductive health + wellness to follow From practicing doctors who've launched their own impactful organizations to educators who go way deeper than middle school sex ed ever did, these 7 Black leaders in reproductive health and wellness are using their platforms to advocate for healthcare equity and broader access to knowledge. Swipe through for the 7 people we’re featuring this week. ... 1. Dr. Uché Blackstock, MD (@ucheblackstockmd): Emergency medicine physician and both founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity. 2. Dr. Charis Chambers, MD (@theperioddoctor): OB-GYN and social media educator. 3. Dr. Kameelah Phillips, MD (@drkameelahsays): OB-GYN and founder of @callawomenshealth. 4. Ericka Hart (@iheartericka): Cancer warrior, sex educator, activist, and writer. 5. Dr. Rachel Bervell, MD and Dr. Tamandra Morgan, MD: OB-GYNs and co-founders of @theblackobgynproject. 6. Regina Townsend: Founder of @brokenbrownegg and activist. 7. Dr. Joia Crear-Perry, MD, FACOG (@doccrearperry): OB-GYN and both founder and president of @birthequity. Let us know which accounts you’re loving below and stay tuned for more people to follow throughout the month! We're always looking for more Black leaders in reproductive health and wellness to follow and highlight, so drop any recs you have below! See more

Oh hi Afton here, I’m the CEO of Modern Fertility. The past few weeks, I’ve seen a bunch of you gifting our Hormone Test. We had someone tag us saying their girlfriend gifted it to them after years of being nervous about fertility planning, and another person who said that Modern Fertility was the gift they were giving to themselves after this long crazy year. I was really touched! You’ve inspired me to keep this going I want to give the gift of personalized fertilit...y info to 10 of you. Doesn’t matter if we’ve never met, why you want Modern Fertility, or why you want Modern Fertility for your friend, I can’t think of a better way to get into the holiday spirit. Speaking of the holiday spirit, I’ll be making little holiday cards for each of these. I even got ribbons! To enter to win (must play on Instagram) 1. Make sure you’re following @modernfertility 2. Like this photo 3. Tag a friend to nominate them 4. Send this to a friend to nominate you The more nominations, the merrier and the more chances to win. The details: The giveaway closes on Friday, December 26th at 12pm pacific. We'll message the winners by Wednesday, December 30 so you can claim your prize! This giveaway is not sponsored or endorsed by Instagram. Shipping valid only in the United States (excluding NY, NJ, RI). No purchase necessary. See more

An OB-GYN' take on LH Dr. Jenn Conti, our latest medical advisor, breaks down the science behind luteinizing hormone (LH) and explains why knowing your LH normal is crucial when you’re trying to get pregnant. Click on the link in bio @modernfertility to read more about this important hormone.

Should you get the COVID-19 vaccine if you're trying to get pregnant or already pregnant? We pulled together an overview of the recommendations, based on guidance from the CDC, ASRM, ACOG, the FDA, and our medical advisor Dr. Jane van Dis.

What we're grateful for We love our entire Modern Community, but today we're giving a special shoutout to our Community Leaders (some of whom make cameos in the video!). These incredible people are always stepping up to support our community members and advocating for access to personalized fertility info. They're the first ones to greet new members and welcome them into the community. They're the ones we go to for insights about what content to create, what resources to s...hare, and how we can make our products more inclusive. Thank you, thank you, thank you for everything you do. Head to modernfertility.com/community/ for your invite to join and meet these Community Leaders. Drop into the comments what you're grateful for today!

Is the Modern Fertility Hormone Test reliable? The Modern Fertility Hormone Test measures the *same* hormones a fertility clinic measures only you can do it from home for a fraction of the cost ($1,000+ at most clinics!). Can you really expect the same accuracy from a finger prick as you'd get from a traditional blood draw? Yep! We published a study in the Green Journal, the official publication of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, showin...g that finger-prick tests and blood draw can be used interchangeably for the same clinically sound results. Head to link in bio at @modernfertility to take our quick quiz and unlock your *personalized* fertility hormone testing plan. See more

A new way to shop Modern Fertility Big news: The Modern Fertility Ovulation Test and Pregnancy Test are now available at 1,500+ Walmart stores nationwide and on Walmart.com! We're excited to team up with Walmart to make fertility planning as easy, affordable, and mainstream as buying your next toothbrush. This is one big step toward greater access to the clinically sound, personalized fertility info we all deserve.... Read all about our Walmart launch by clicking the link in bio at @modernfertility. See more

Regina Townsend, the blogger behind the @brokenbrownegg, took a long-and-winding road to parenthood. One obstacle along the way? Finally getting diagnosed and treated for polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS. But managing PCOS was just one of the many steps Regina took before finally getting pregnant with her son. Read about every detour and roadblock (including treatment of PCOS and a thyroid disorder) on Regina's path to getting pregnant at link in bio at @modernfertility.

32 years ago, the US observed the first-ever National Hispanic Heritage Month: 30 days of celebrating the contributions and accomplishments of Hispanic Americans. Today, we’re spotlighting 3 Hispanic doctors with career moves that made history. Swipe through to see these medical trailblazers. 1. In 1990, Dr. Antonia Novello became the first woman *and* Hispanic US Surgeon General.... 2. In 1993, Dr. Helen Rodriguez-Trias became the first Hispanic president elected by the American Public Health Association. 3. In 2009, Dr. Serena M. Auñón-Chancellor became the first Hispanic woman medical doctor to join NASA as an astronaut. What other Latinx doctors should we know? Drop them in the comments below

We’re hosting a free PCOS info session! Dr. Jennifer Conti, MD, MS, MSc (@drjennconti) and Dr. Temeka Zore, MD, FACOG (@temekazoremd) are joining us on Thursday, Sept 17 at 4pm PT/7pm ET for a virtual PCOS roundtable. Here’s what we’ll cover: ... PCOS symptoms (and why it’s so hard to diagnose) Different methods of PCOS management How PCOS impacts your fertility Planning ahead for pregnancy if you have PCOS When to go to the doctor (and what type of doctor to see) Link in bio at @modernfertility to RSVP for the free event! See more

Our CEO and co-founder Afton Vechery discusses the science of ovulation tests, the launch of the Modern Fertility Ovulation Test, Pregnancy Test, and free iOS app, accessibility and pricing for family planning products, and tracking all things related to your cycle... even if you're not trying to get pregnant. Thanks for a fantastic convo, Cora! https://bloodandmilk.com/qa-ovulation-tracking-with-modern-

Meet our new medical advisor! Dr. Jenn Conti, MD, MS, MSc, is joining our team of medical experts! Why Dr. Jenn? She is the kind of OB-GYN we wished we always had real-talk, no judgments, and endless clinical expertise. She gets it. Dr. Jenn is dedicated to her patients throughout their reproductive lifespans, serves as an adjunct clinical assistant professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, is the co-founder of V Word podcast, and has an advanced degree in... medical journalism. Education around reproductive health is core to everything Dr. Jenn does especially when it comes to talking about birth control and myth-busting about fertility (our fave pastimes). She’s also passionate about removing the barriers around access to care something close to our hearts at Modern Fertility. In short: Dr. Jenn is an incredibly experienced, badass medical advisor and we can’t wait for you to get to know her better.

Meet the newest additions to the Modern fam: the Modern Fertility Pregnancy Test, Ovulation Test, and free app (coming soon to iOS!) We set out to make ovulation and pregnancy tests that were just as accurate as (and more affordable than) the top-selling products you can find in stores all rolled into the personalized, digital experience that Modern Fertility offers!

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Did you know that up until the 1970s, pregnancy tests were super expensive, had to be performed by a doctor, and involved animals like mice and frogs? Yep we’ve come a *long* way. In our new Modern guide to at-home pregnancy tests, we cover: The pregnancy hormone that makes testing possible The different types of pregnancy tests... How accurate the different tests are Our take on which ones to use See more

Whether you're postponing pregnancy plans due to COVID-19, experiencing infertility or miscarriage, or dealing with reproductive health conditions, a supportive community can be a "potent salve," according to Dr. Jessica Zucker, PhD, an LA-based psychologist specializing in women's reproductive and maternal mental health.

As part of our Modern State of Fertility 2020: Career & Money, produced in partnership with SoFi, we asked respondents to share their stories and advice. We were floored by the volume of responses: ~1,200 people contributed their thoughts and words of encouragement. We compiled their stories into a spreadsheet organized by reasons for delaying (or accelerating) kids, reasons for being undecided or not wanting kids at all, and advice for working parents. You can browse quotes... by age, industry, and even job title. Head over to our full report, sign up, and we’ll send it your way. Let’s celebrate and create space for the many ways we navigate our careers and finances in relation to our reproductive health. https://modernfertility.com/modern-state-fertility-2020-s/