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Dr. Ku (aka Dr. "Knocked Up") is a respected and compassionate Reproductive Endocrinologist, proud I

12/03/2025

A common question I receive is what the difference is between an OB/GYN and an REI. Here's my thoughts...

If an OB/GYN is your general contractor, an REI is the specialist you call when the hormones, ovaries, or s***m get extra complicated. REIs zoom all the way in on the details like hormones, ovulation, egg quality, s***m health, and everything fertility.

Same roots, different superpower.

Dallas IVF

11/27/2025

Thanksgiving always makes me pause and think about what I’m grateful for, and my patients are right up there with my family and the pie. (I have a sweet tooth you guys.) Your resilience, grit, and trust keep me going. My Dallas IVF team and my own family make it possible.

Here’s to a weekend full of good food, rest, and gratitude for the families we have and the families we’re working hard to build.

PS. Do you see it? Drop the "hidden" message of gratitude in the comments below.

11/26/2025

On average, men do not live as long as women, and a big part of that is waiting until something is really wrong to see a doctor.
is a good reminder that “I’m fine” is not a health plan. This month, let’s actually talk about:

Mental health and stress, not just “pushing through it.

Regular checkups, including fertility testing when you are thinking about a future family.

Lifestyle habits that quietly affect s***m health.

So guys, go forth and grow the mustache, cheer on the mustache, or skip the facial hair entirely. Just use this as your nudge to check in on your health, because ignoring symptoms is not a flex. Your future self, and your future family, will be glad you did.

11/24/2025

The holidays are almost here, and while they can be wonderful, infertility has a way of adding… layers.
(My wife and I have lived this. “Festive” sometimes felt like a stretch.)

What we learned: boundaries are your best friend. They’re not selfish. They’re healthy.
Choose what feels gentle. Skip what feels draining. You’re allowed to protect your heart.

11/21/2025

So why is progesterone such a big deal?

Think of Progesterone as the hormone equivalent of prepping the guest room. Fresh sheets, fluffed pillows, everything just right for an embryo to move in.

No progesterone, no comfy landing. With progesterone, early pregnancy has a real shot. Not flashy, but absolutely essential.

11/19/2025

Fertility medications, especially injectables come with two guarantees:

You will stare at the instructions like you’re cracking a secret code.

You’ll eventually realize you’re better at this than you thought.

If you want a little backup there are some simple step-by-step walk through of the most common medications on the Dallas IVF website. No guesswork, no panic Googling. Consider them your unofficial cheat codes for shot day.

You’ve got this. And if you don’t feel like you’ve got this yet, that’s what the videos are for.

11/17/2025

One in ten babies is born preterm each year. As someone who helps families start this journey, that stat hits hard.

As a REI, I care about what happens long after the embryo transfer. Preterm birth is still a major cause of infant illness and loss, and some communities shoulder that risk far more than others. Awareness and access can change that. If you want to learn more or help, March of Dimes has solid resources.

Because the finish line is not just pregnancy. It is bringing home a healthy baby.

11/13/2025

In fertility care, kindness is underrated medicine.

Sometimes in fertility care, it’s not the treatment plan that keeps you going, it’s the person who makes you laugh between appointments.

To my patients ⬇️
Be kind to yourself on the hard days.
Be kind to your partner when the stress shows up uninvited.
Be kind to your body, it’s doing more than you realize.

And if you’ve got extra kindness lying around, share it freely. It’s basically a vitamin at this point, and we could always use a dose. Today’s as good a day as any to remember that empathy heals too.

11/12/2025

Fertility isn’t about perfection. It’s about patterns and science. And most of what your feed tells you to fixate on won’t make or break your outcome.

Here’s what you don’t need to lose sleep over ⬇️

❌The one iced coffee you had this morning
❌ Missing a yoga class (your uterus won’t notice)
❌Not eating pineapple core at precisely 11 a.m. post-transfer
❌Buying every supplement the algorithm suggests

Here’s what actually helps ⬇️
Sleep. Movement. Nourishing food. Lower stress. Science-backed care. Your fertility journey doesn’t need to be an Olympic event in control.

Sometimes the healthiest thing you can do is step away from the internet and give yourself a little grace.

11/10/2025

I’m honored to be quoted in the recent article highlighting Ivy Fertility ’s innovative research at the American Society for Reproductive Medicine 2025 conference. In a field as rapidly evolving as fertility care, pushing the boundaries of science today gives families the hope of tomorrow.

Thank you to the Ivy team and colleagues who are dedicated to making meaningful advances in understanding and treating reproductive health. I’m grateful to walk this path of discovery and care alongside you, and ultimately help translate these breakthroughs into better outcomes for patients.

Read the full article here: https://www.morningstar.com/news/business-wire/20251106292942/ivy-fertility-showcases-innovative-research-at-2025-american-society-for-reproductive-medicine-conference

11/08/2025

Most people see cycle length as a countdown clock for when a period shows up. But it’s more like the dashboard indicator lights in a car, one single number can tell me what might be happening under the hood.

Cycle length gives clues about:

✔️ If you’re ovulating consistently
✔️ How hormones are communicating
✔️ Ovarian reserve patterns
✔️ Thyroid and metabolic balance
✔️ (and potential clues to other conditions)

Short, long, or irregular cycles each tell a different story, and the story matters.

11/06/2025

Q. What actually impacts s***m quality (and what definitely doesn’t)?

A. S***m myths are everywhere. Some are funny. Some are TikTok level questionable. S***m quality isn’t luck… it’s biology. And it’s influenced by way more everyday habits than the internet likes to admit.

Here’s the simple version:

What actually moves the needle:
• consistent sleep
• balanced nutrition (not perfection)
• regular movement
• stress that’s kept in check
• avoiding overheating (your laptop is NOT a lap sauna)

What usually doesn’t magically fix s***m:
• gimmicky underwear ads
• random supplement stacks with zero research or strategy
• eating one specific food like it’s a secret hack
• “manifesting it harder"

Think of s***m like tiny elite athletes. They need consistency, not chaos.

TL;DR: Small daily habits > internet hacks.

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