Dr. Alan Martinez discusses the surrogacy journey and what patients should know about third-party reproduction at Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey.

As 2026 approaches, many hopeful parents are wondering what they can do now to set themselves up for a healthy, empowered, and informed path to pregnancy. In this episode, Dr. Ulker breaks down how to prepare for a new year of fertility goals—whether you're just getting started or ready to take the next step.

We’ll explore simple lifestyle updates, important medical check-ins, how to set realistic timelines, and what tools or testing can give you clarity heading into the year ahead. 

Learn more about Ashley Ulker, MD, FACOG 

September is PCOS Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on one of the most common and often misunderstood conditions affecting people assigned female at birth. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) impacts as many as 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, yet many go years without a diagnosis or clear answers about their health and fertility.

In this episode, we explore how preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) has transformed the IVF process. Join Dr. William Ziegler as he breaks down the different types of PGT, their benefits, and how they can enhance the chances of a successful pregnancy. Learn why more than 50% of IVF cases now utilize this cutting-edge technology.

Dive deep into the compassionate world of the Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey as we introduce Dr. Alan Martinez. He shares his journey, philosophy of care, and the highly collaborative approach that sets RSCNJ apart in helping couples achieve their dreams of parenthood.

Get ready for an insightful discussion about the intricate workings of an embryology lab on egg retrieval day. Our guest, an experienced embryologist, shares insider tips on what to expect and how couples can best prepare for this pivotal moment in their fertility journey.

Curious about fertility preservation methods? Join us as we discuss what egg freezing truly means, who can benefit from it, and why it has become a popular choice for many individuals and couples. Our expert guest breaks down the misconceptions and provides clarity around the process, making it easy to understand.

How do costs compare between fresh and frozen embryo transfers? In this episode, we break down the financial aspects of fertility treatments. Dr. Ziegler discusses hidden costs, insurance coverage, and the long-term value of choosing the right transfer type for your family-building goals.

In this episode, we navigate the intricate relationship between microplastics and fertility. Dr. Alan Martinez breaks down the science behind these endocrine disruptors and offers practical advice on minimizing exposure. Discover ways to take charge of your reproductive health in a world full of plastic.

Getting pregnant is not always as easy as you might hope and for many couples, that can take some extra work or possibly medical intervention. Dr. Alan Martinez discusses 2 specific options that may be available, IUI and IVF.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses questions many may have about fertility diets and how diets can affect fertility.

Dr. Alan Martinez discusses how RSCNJ supports LGBTQIA+ patients when going through fertility treatments.

Do you love exercise and worry that your exercise may affect your ability to get pregnant? Physician Assistant Kelly Curtis discusses how exercise can possibly affect your fertility.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses the use of Ozempic as a weight loss toll an the possible negative impact it can have on your fertility.

Embryologist Amanda Iorio discusses Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection, or ICSI, at RSCNJ.

When you're trying to have a baby, getting pregnant can be all you think about. Physician Assistant Kelly Curtis discusses the ways that both men and women can optimize their natural fertility.

Dr. Alan Martinez debunks common myths about contraception and fertility.

As marijuana is becoming legal in more states, many people are looking to it as a way to wind down & de-stress but if you're thinking about getting pregnant, can marijuana use have an effect? Dr. William Ziegler discusses the possible effects marijuana can have on fertility.

Have you struggled with your weight but now you're thinking about getting pregnant? Physician Assistant Kelly Curtis discusses the relationship between weight and fertility.

Endometriosis can be a painful but manageable condition and many women with this condition wonder if they can get pregnant. Dr. Alan Martinez talks about the correlation between endometriosis and infertility.

The journey to fertility can be both stressful & incredibly exciting. Physician Assistant Kelly Curtis discusses what you can expect when you begin the testing and fertility process at Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey.

Having a baby can be one of the most rewarding experiences of a lifetime and understanding your fertility options is key to starting that amazing process. Meet Dr. William Ziegler and the Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey and learn about how we work with couples to offer them the latest fertility options at the Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey!

Dr. William Ziegler discusses embryo transfer, the differences between fresh and frozen transfers, and what is involved when it comes to each type of procedure.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses marijuana and the possible effects it could have on your fertility.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses the regulatory oversight, as well as the evolution, of fertility practices.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses the different fertility options that are available for single women and how Reproductive Science Center of NJ can help them begin the journey of starting a family.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses the different fertility options that are available for single women and how Reproductive Science Center of NJ can help them begin the journey of starting a family.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses lifestyle choices and how they can impact fertility.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses what is an IUI and the difference between Clomid vs. Superovulation.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses what is an IUI and the difference between Clomid vs. Superovulation.

Same sex female partners who want to have a baby have a number of treatment options to help them conceive. Dr. William Ziegler discusses these options and the varying ways female partners can proceed.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses Minimal Stimulation IVF, including how the process works, who is a good candidate for the procedure, and success rates.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses how success rates are determined for IVF and other fertility treatments.

Preimplantation genetic screening in recent years has shown improved outcomes for couples with infertility who are going through IVF. Mosaicism or embryos that can be predicted to be a mix of normal and abnormal cells have changed the landscape of screening and what questions might arise as a result of that screening.

Dr. William Ziegler discusses Mosaicism and how it might affect fertility options and treatment for couples trying to conceive.

Listen in to learn more about Dr. William Ziegler, a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, as well as the Medical Director of the Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey.

If you have had implantation failure, there is a test available that can help evaluate the woman's endometrial receptivity from a molecular perspective. This advanced technology is a personalized genetic test to diagnose the state of endometrial receptivity in the window of implantation.

In this segment, Dr. William Ziegler discusses the ERA Biopsy- Endometrial Receptivity Analysis to help if you have had implantation issues.

Many couples are told that they have unexplained or idiopathic infertility, meaning doctors cannot seem to find anything wrong with either the male or female after analysis of sperm and fallopian tubes or uterus.

In this segment, Dr William Ziegler discusses some possible causes of unexplained infertility and what the options might be for a couple trying to conceive.

Infertility is a medical condition not unlike other medical conditions – it can affect all aspects of your life.

Everyone undergoes emotional stressors as they pursue infertility treatment. Feeling overwhelmed, sad, exhausted, frustrated, angry, ashamed, among many others, at times are perfectly normal responses. But if you are experiencing these feelings persistently or are having difficulty managing other emotions related to your infertility, you might benefit from infertility counseling. 

In this segment, Dr. William Ziegler discusses the primary goal of infertility counseling is to help individuals and couples learn how to cope with the physical and emotional changes associated with infertility, and some signs that infertility counseling would be helpful to you.

While exercise and maintaining a healthy weight are important, physical activity should be done in moderation. Excessive physical activity can inhibit ovulation and reduce production of progesterone, which are essential in becoming pregnant. Doctors recommend that women who are trying to become pregnant should not exercise more than five hours weekly.

In this segment,  William Ziegler, DO discusses exercise and how it can affect a womens fertility and her ability to become pregnant.

The Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey (RSCNJ) provides several options of fertility preservation for women, either through freezing eggs or embryos. This technology can give a woman the potential to conceive in the future should she be unable to become pregnant naturally. 

Listen as Dr. William Ziegler explains the Elective Egg Freezing process at The Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey.

According to the National Institutes of Health, reproductive surgery could be divided into surgery as a primary treatment for infertility, surgery to enhance in-vitro fertilisation outcome, and surgery for fertility preservation. A shift has occurred away from surgery as a primary treatment of infertility to surgery playing a crucial part in enhancing in-vitro fertilisation outcome and for fertility preservation.

Listen as Dr. William Ziegler, a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and the Medical Director of the Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey, comes on to discuss the role of reproductive surgery in the era of assisted reproductive technology.

When a patient or couple is considering using assisted reproduction technologies (ART) to have a baby, there are many things to consider.

In addition to the physical, mental and emotional tolls that infertility treatment can cause, there is the financial aspect to consider. Insurance coverage may be limited or non-existent and in vitro fertilization (IVF), and other fertility treatments can be costly. 

The Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey accepts most major insurances including Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey.

Listen in as William Ziegler, DO explains your insurance options at The Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey.

If you’re trying to get pregnant, or intend to start trying, being overweight can affect your chances of conceiving and having a healthy baby.

Interestingly, being underweight can also reduce a woman’s fertility. If you're planning to get pregnant in the next year or so, healthy eating and regular exercise can help boost your fertility.

Listen in as Dr. William Ziegler how your weight can affect your ability to get pregnant.

Recurrent miscarriage, also known as recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL), is defined as two or more consecutive miscarriages.

A miscarriage is defined as the spontaneous loss of a clinically-recognized pregnancy before the 20th week.

Clinically recognized means the fetus has been identified with ultrasound or through tissue after the pregnancy loss.

About two-thirds of women who have suffered recurrent pregnancy loss have a successful pregnancy in subsequent efforts.

William Ziegler, DO, FACOG, is here to explain how a healthy lifestyle can help improve your odds: getting moderate exercise, controlling weight, quitting smoking and reducing alcohol and caffeine intake may be beneficial in avoiding RPL.

Just because you're getting older doesn't mean you can no longer conceive.

Women are having babies at older ages than ever before.

But if you’ve been trying to conceive unsuccessfully for 6 months, or have experienced several miscarriages, our Physicians may be able to help you carry and deliver a child successfully.

William Ziegler, DO is here to help you determine if your age will be a factor when trying to become pregnant.