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Patient story: Infertility and South Asian Communities
Breaking through the stigma surrounding fertility and mental health in South Asian communities On EP47 of My Fertility Podcast we have a deeply personal and important conversation. We are joined by Nazan, who is here to share her journey through secondary infertility and the challenges and stigma surrounding fertility and mental health in South Asian…
Read MoreWhat is PGT-A? Understanding Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy
An interview with Diane Myles Reid, Genetic Counsellor at Markham Fertility Centre On EP30 of My Fertility Podcast, we welcome back Diane Myles Reid, genetic counseling lead at Markham Fertility Centre and the former President of the Canadian Association of Genetic Counselors. She walks us through the intricate details of pre-implantation genetic testing for aneuploidy…
Read MoreFertility Clinic Toronto: OHIP Coverage, Costs & How to Choose (2026)
Fertility Clinic Toronto: What OHIP Covers and What It Doesn’t Cover Fertility services are increasingly in demand in the Toronto area, driven by shifting demographics, rising infertility rates, and growing awareness of available assisted reproductive technologies. Assisted reproductive technology (ART) —including in vitro fertilization (IVF) —additionally accounted for USD 374.3 million in market value in 2023, with…
Read MoreFertility in Ontario: A 2026 Guide
Understanding fertility, infertility, available treatments, and Ontario funding from the experts What Is Fertility? Fertility refers to the natural ability to conceive a child through unassisted reproduction. In biological terms, it involves the regular production of healthy eggs and sperm, successful fertilization, and implantation of the embryo in the uterus. For individuals and couples in…
Read MoreWhat are infertility treatments? Comparing your options for timed intercourse, IUI & IVF
Part 5, Podium & Parenthood: Fertility & family planning webinar series Updated September 27, 2026. Presented by Markham Fertility Centre in partnership with Canadian Sport Institute Ontario (CSIO). Infertility affects approximately 1 in 6 couples in Canada (Government of Canada, 2021), making it one of the most common reproductive health challenges faced today. The emotional, physical, and…
Read More7 facts about prenatal screening (eFTS, NIPT) and Trisomy 13, 18 & 21
Prenatal screening options explained by the experts At Markham Fertility Centre, we have a dedicated genetics program, led by Diane Myles-Reid, Genetic Counsellor and former President of the Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors. In this post we will cover; What is Prenatal Screening? Prenatal screening is a type of genetic testing offered to all pregnant…
Read More9 things you need to know about how to navigate Mother’s Day with infertility
Mother’s Day can be a deeply painful time for those on a fertility journey. On Episode 57 of My Fertility Podcast, we speak with Dara Roth Edney, Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and founder of Informed Fertility, about how to navigate this emotionally charged day. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experience as a parent through…
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