At Collab Fertility, this season reminds us how much we have to be thankful for. Since opening our doors in 2024, we’ve welcomed 22 Collab babies into the world—and 46 are on the way! Helping people fulfill their dreams of growing their families is the shared passion that drives our entire team, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the trust you place in us.

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At Collab Fertility, we practice The Collab Way, our integrative, science-based model of care that combines advanced medicine with nutrition, clean living, and whole-person wellness. Supported by our Bay Area team of fertility specialists and our state-of-the-art lab, we help individuals and couples take meaningful, informed steps toward conception. Every patient we meet deepens our gratitude for the growing Collab community.

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As we reflect on this season of gratitude, we’re excited to share what’s new at Collab. Keep reading for our latest journal articles, details on free events, and a fertility-friendly Thanksgiving recipe created just for you by our in-house nutrition expert.\

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Featured Collab Journal Articles

A major step toward affordable fertility care

In a move that could make fertility treatment more accessible to thousands of families, President Trump has announced a new initiative to lower the cost of IVF medications in the United States. At Collab Fertility, we welcome any effort that helps patients access high-quality, evidence-based fertility care. Learn what this means for patients and how it may impact the cost of IVF and egg-freezing treatment. Read more.

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Does cannabis and vaping cause low sperm counts?

When it comes to fertility, men’s habits matter just as much as women’s. If you and your partner are hoping to conceive, stepping back from cannabis and vaping is one of the simplest ways to protect sperm health. This new blog explores how these substances affect fertility and when to quit when family planning. Read all about it.

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Does birth control cause infertility?

Can birth control affect your future fertility? The short answer: no. This blog breaks down what the research really says about oral contraceptives, IUDs, and more—and how The Collab Way helps women transition confidently when they’re ready to conceive. Read the article.

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FROM OUR KITCHEN

Roasted brussels sprouts with pomegranate and walnuts

Recipe by Mimi Huang, RD, Collab Fertility’s in-house Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Serves 4–6

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Ingredients
• 1.5 lbs Brussels sprouts
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• ¼ tsp salt
• Ground black pepper to taste
• ½ cup walnuts (lightly toasted)
• ½ cup pomegranate seeds
• 1–2 tsp balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Trim ends of Brussels sprouts and slice each in half.
3. In a large bowl, toss sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer, cut side down, and roast 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
5. While roasting, toast walnuts in a dry skillet for 3–4 minutes until fragrant
6. Transfer sprouts to a serving dish, add walnuts and pomegranate seeds, and drizzle with balsamic glaze.

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Fertility benefits: Brussels sprouts are rich in folate and vitamin C to support hormone balance. Pomegranates provide antioxidants and polyphenols that nourish uterine health, and walnuts add omega-3s and vitamin E to support egg and sperm quality.

With gratitude

Your trust, stories, and successes inspire us every day. From all of us at Collab Fertility, thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey. We wish you a joyful Thanksgiving season filled with gratitude, hope, and connection.

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Curious about your fertility or ready to begin testing? Book a fertility consultation or simply reach out to us today.

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Fondly,
The Collab Fertility Team

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