Madrid is the new Paris - in my opinion. It has the beauty, architecture, fashion, cafés and energy of a major European capital, but it still feels approachable and easy to enjoy. If you’re traveling for egg freezing, Madrid offers plenty of ways to turn the experience into something that feels restorative, exciting and even fun. Gyms and Fitness Studios During ovarian stimulation, most fertility doctors recommend avoiding intense workouts, heavy lifting and high-impact exerc

Valencia is one of the most fun cities I’ve visited recently. It’s easy to navigate, welcoming and incredibly photogenic - almost every corner feels like an Instagram moment. To me, it’s the perfect place to combine egg freezing with a holiday. While your follicles are developing, you can work remotely, explore the city and enjoy a welcome distraction from the treatment process. I was initially nervous about the language barrier, but it wasn’t an issue anywhere I went. People

A practical guide to the questions worth raising with your clinic - covering nutrition, supplements, testing, and post-retrieval recovery. (These are questions I wished I had asked) Pre-IVF 1. What diet changes should I make? Is tofu okay as a vegetarian protein source? Are there foods I should actively avoid? I'm in an 800 cal/day deficit - does that affect outcomes? 2. Which supplements do you recommend, and do I need bloodwork first? CoQ10 - dosage and timing? Vitamin D -

A practical guide to what’s eligible, what’s not, and how to plan ahead Fertility preservation—such as egg freezing and embryo freezing—is increasingly common, but it can also be expensive and confusing to finance. One question many patients ask is: Can I use my FSA (Flexible Spending Account) to pay for egg or embryo freezing? The short answer: sometimes, yes - but it depends on medical necessity and documentation. Below is a practical guide to help you understand how FSAs w

The Mediterranean diet isn’t a fad—it’s a time-tested way of eating inspired by the traditional food patterns of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, like Greece, Italy, and Spain. Unlike strict “diet plans,” it’s a lifestyle eating pattern focused on whole, minimally processed foods and healthy fats. What Is the Mediterranean Diet? At its core, the Mediterranean diet emphasizes: Fruits and vegetables Whole grains Legumes and nuts Healthy fats, especially extra virgin o

Choosing a fertility clinic or doctor for egg or embryo freezing is one of the most consequential healthcare decisions many people make. Yet most clinics look similar on the surface—polished websites, reassuring success rates, and vague promises of “personalized care.” To truly assess quality, transparency, and fit, patients need to ask the right questions—and know what good answers actually sound like. This guide breaks down the most important questions, metrics, and signals