Illume Fertility

09/01/2025

September is PCOS Awareness Month, a time to highlight a condition that’s deeply important to us here at Illume.

Polycystic O***y Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal conditions impacting the female reproductive system. It's also a leading cause of infertility.

Living with PCOS can bring unique physical and emotional challenges. This month, we’re honoring those experiences, sharing resources to empower those navigating PCOS, and fostering a deeper understanding of what it’s like to live — and try to grow your family — with this condition.

Over the next month, we’ll be sharing inspiring stories from PCOS patients who have found success, tips for managing the condition, and expert advice from our team.

Don't miss our upcoming PCOS & Nutrition webinar with Illume's Nutrition Team on September 9th! Space is limited, so save your spot ASAP at the link in our bio.

If you’re living with PCOS, drop a 💙 in the comments or share your experience to show others they’re not alone.

08/28/2025

Labor Day is almost here — who’s ready for a long weekend? We sure are! 🙌

🚨Please note: Illume Fertility’s Stamford, Trumbull, Danbury, and Harrison offices will be closed on Monday, September 1st, 2025 in observance of Labor Day. Our Norwalk office will be open for pre-scheduled morning monitoring and procedures only.

💊Please be sure you have enough of any needed medications. If you have any questions or need prescription refills, please contact your Care Team.

We hope you all have a safe and restful holiday weekend!

08/27/2025

PCOS Awareness Month is right around the corner, and we’re excited to kick it off with Illume Fertility’s Nutrition Team! Jill Hickey, RDN, and Jennifer Walsh, RDN will host a free lunchtime webinar on Tuesday, September 9th at 12 PM EDT to share actionable insights and helpful tips around PCOS and nutrition.

You’ll learn:
✨ How nutrition impacts PCOS symptoms and fertility
✨ Practical strategies for balancing blood sugar & reducing inflammation
✨ Supplements and simple food swaps to support your goals

🙋‍♀️ Plus, get your questions answered during a live Q&A!

🎁 SPECIAL OFFER: Register now to receive $100 off* your first consultation with a physician and/or 20% off your first consult with a registered dietitian nutritionist at Illume Fertility.
*Offer valid for new, self-pay patients only.

🔗 Save your spot now — link in bio.

08/22/2025

Today, on National Rainbow Baby Day, we honor both the heartbreak and the hope - the angel babies forever carried in our hearts and the rainbow babies who bring light after loss.
💛 To every parent walking this path: your story matters. Your strength, your grief, and your love are seen. Whether you’re holding a rainbow baby in your arms, remembering an angel, or navigating complex emotions, you are not alone.

📚Click the link below to read: A Guide to Pregnancy & Parenting After Loss

Navigating life after pregnancy or infant loss isn't easy. An advocate explores the concept of rainbow babies and how to find support on your journey.

08/22/2025

Today, on National Rainbow Baby Day, we honor both the heartbreak and the hope - the angel babies forever carried in our hearts and the rainbow babies who bring light after loss.

💛 To every parent walking this path: your story matters. Your strength, your grief, and your love are seen. Whether you’re holding a rainbow baby in your arms, remembering an angel, or navigating complex emotions, you are not alone.

Let the affirmations in this post serve as gentle reminders, little reflections of strength, resilience, and love for anyone touched by loss and life after it.

🌈 If you feel moved to share, we’d love to hear your story, honor your angel, or celebrate your rainbow in the comments. Your voice might just provide the encouragement someone needs to hear today.

08/19/2025

✨Patient Journey Spotlight✨

Heather’s fertility journey began with a tough diagnosis: severe endometriosis, and with it, the fear that she might never become a mom. But she and her husband Mike never stopped believing that they could someday create the family they dreamed of.

Through a shocking breast cancer diagnosis during pregnancy, fertility struggles, IVF treatment, and years of waiting, they courageously pressed forward.

💬 “My miracle baby growing in my belly gave me the motivation to persevere.”

Heather and Mike’s first daughter, Abby, was born while Heather was still undergoing chemotherapy treatment. Five years later, after completing cancer treatment, the couple were finally able to continue their family-building journey. In 2024, they welcomed baby #3, Hannah Elizabeth. 💫

💬 “She’s been the perfect addition to our family. We couldn’t be more thankful to the team at Illume Fertility.”

From heartbreak to healing, Heather and Mike’s journey is proof that hope can carry you through even the hardest chapters. 💛

Read their inspiring story at our link in bio.

08/13/2025

We’re proud to celebrate another amazing milestone within our Integrated Fertility & Wellness team.

Illume Fertility acupuncturist Melissa Morone Sommer has officially earned her Doctorate in Acupuncture from Pacific College of Health Sciences! She is nationally board certified by the NCCAOM and graduated with honors from the University of Bridgeport’s Acupuncture Institute with a Master of Science in Acupuncture. 🎓✨

“I am dedicated to providing gentle, effective, compassionate, and personalized treatment to all patients. My approach to healing is multi-dimensional – recognizing the human experience as one of body, mind, and spirit. I love connecting with and supporting patients as we work in partnership to achieve their health goals.” – Dr. Melissa Morone Sommer

With a special focus on women’s reproductive health, Dr. Sommer works with patients through every stage of the journey - from fertility and pregnancy to postpartum care and beyond - as well as supporting those navigating anxiety, depression, internal medicine concerns, and pain management.

Her achievement reflects our acupuncture team’s ongoing commitment to advancing their skills and knowledge in order to provide exceptional care to every patient they serve.

📍 Melissa is available to see patients in Trumbull, CT
💻 Learn more or book an appointment at illumefertility.com/IFW

08/10/2025

Happy birthday to Dr. Alexander Kucherov!

We’re so lucky to have Dr. Kucherov on the Illume Fertility physician team. Known for his calm presence, thoughtful care, and unwavering dedication to his patients, he brings so much heart to everything he does.

Join us in wishing him a wonderful year ahead! 💙🎉

07/30/2025

Curious about your fertility but not sure where to start? 🧬 💬

On August 12th at 6PM EDT, join reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Alexander Kucherov for a free webinar designed to help you better understand your reproductive health—from how your cycle really works to when it might be time to seek support from the professionals.

Whether you’re trying to conceive, considering egg or s***m freezing, or just want to feel more informed about your reproductive health, this session is for you.

🎁 SPECIAL OFFER: Register now to claim a FREE 30-minute consultation with Dr. Kucherov! Offer valid for new, self-pay patients only.

📅 August 12th at 6PM
🔗 Register now via the link in our bio!

07/30/2025

Curious about your fertility but not sure where to start? 🧬 💬

On August 12th at 6PM EDT, join reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Alexander Kucherov for a free webinar designed to help you better understand your reproductive health—from how your cycle really works to when it might be time to seek support from an expert.

Whether you're trying to conceive, considering egg or s***m freezing, or just want to feel more informed about your reproductive health, this session is for you.

🎁 SPECIAL OFFER: Register now to claim a FREE 30-minute consultation with Dr. Kucherov! Offer valid for new, self-pay patients only.

📅 August 12 at 6PM
🔗 Register now via the link below!

Exploring the fertility basics

07/29/2025

After years of losses and failed fertility treatment cycles, Deanna & Justin were emotionally and physically exhausted... But they weren’t ready to give up!

After finding Illume Fertility through a friend, they made the drive from Albany to meet with Dr. Cynthia Murdock and the team—finally feeling seen, heard, and hopeful again.

That first IVF cycle at Illume led to something they’d never experienced before: frozen embryos. And eventually, a healthy pregnancy. Their son Luke was born in December 2019.

Then, less than a year later, came the surprise of a lifetime: a spontaneous pregnancy. Their second son, Brooks, was born in 2021.

This past weekend, Deanna & Justin traveled to NYC with their two boys to share their story on alongside Illume’s a true full circle moment!

🎥 Link in bio to watch their CBS feature
📖 Read their story: How Years of Infertility Led to Two Miracles at illumefertility.com

07/25/2025

It’s World Embryologist Day and World IVF Day—so of course, we’re giving a huge shoutout to our egg-ceptional Embryology Team. They’re the coolest! ❄️😎

If you’ve been through IVF, you already know how vital embryologists are to every step of the process—from egg retrieval to embryo transfer and everything in between. They might be behind the scenes, but their work is truly fertilizing hope and cell-ebrating life every single day.

Curious what a day in their life looks like? Click the link in our bio for a behind-the-scenes look! 🔬✨

Have a memorable retrieval or transfer day story? Show our embryologists some extra love in the comments or DM us a personal message or photo to share with them.