ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

Leyla is our Cofounder and Chief Clinical Officer at Dandi Fertility. She started her career as a pediatric nurse before realizing her calling to work with those struggling to conceive and preserve their fertility. After supporting thousands of patients in the clinical setting, Leyla launched her own fertility concierge business to focus on providing more hands-on, personalized care to patients at every step of their journey.

From the earliest moments of understanding your fertility diagnosis and selecting the right physician or clinic, all the way through the toughest points of treatment, Leyla is here to get you through with empathy, warmth, and when needed, a little bit of humor! As a fertility patient herself, Leyla brings a real understanding of how difficult this journey can be, physically and emotionally, which gives her a unique approach to care.

Articles by Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

IVF Injections
The HCG Trigger Shot Explained: Timing, Placement, and Side Effects

The HCG Trigger Shot Explained: Timing, Placement, and Side Effects

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

If you’re preparing to take your trigger shot, understanding how it works and what to expect can be reassuring. Here’s a friendly guide to help you get familiar with the role of hCG, its timing, administration methods, and common side effects, all explained by fertility nurse and co-founder of Dandi Fertility, Leyla Bilali.   What is the Trigger Shot in...

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IVF Antagonist Protocol: A Guide to Cetrotide and Ganirelix

IVF Antagonist Protocol: A Guide to Cetrotide and Ganirelix

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

Wondering what to expect from injecting ganirelix or cetrotide? Fertility nurse and Dandi co-founder, Leyla Bilali, answers all the common questions from injections sites to number of days to side effects.

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Gonal-F and Follistim: Side Effects and What They Do in Your IVF Cycle

Gonal-F and Follistim: Side Effects and What They Do in Your IVF Cycle

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

What exactly are Gonal-F and Follistim, how do they work, and what should you expect? Fertility nurse and co-founder of Dandi Fertility, Leyla Bilali, breaks it all down for us. If you’re beginning your IVF injections, it’s likely that Gonal-F or Follistim is listed several times on your treatment calendar. Wonder what these medications are doing? How will you expect...

IVF Injections
The Ins and Outs of Menopur: Fertility Nurse Explains

The Ins and Outs of Menopur: Fertility Nurse Explains

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

Look through your list of IVF meds and you’ll likely see Menopur listed. I'll never forget the burning sensation, but what does Menopur do in my IVF cycle? Fertility nurse and co-founder of Dandi Fertility, Leyla Bilali, shares the details from side effects to injection tips for Menopur.

Fertility Treatment
Why Is Birth Control Used During IVF?

Why Is Birth Control Used During IVF?

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

Why would you take birth control if you're doing IVF? seems counterintuitive right. After all, you're trying to get pregnant. Fertility nurse, Leyla Bilali, shares why birth control is sometimes used for your IVF cycle and what to expect when taking it.

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IVF Injection Tips from a Fertility Nurse

IVF Injection Tips from a Fertility Nurse

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

No nonsense IVF injection tips from a fertility nurse. If you're starting IVF for the first time, understanding how to properly inject your medications can feel overwhelming. Here's what will help you right off the bat to avoid common pitfalls of injecting IVF meds.

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IVF Medications Explained: Live Q&A

IVF Medications Explained: Live Q&A

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

Getting started with IVF meds? Start here for a full introduction on IVF medications and lifestyle tips. Leyla Bilali, fertility nurse and co-founder of Dandi Fertility IVF medications, helping you navigate this crucial aspect of your fertility journey and covers the do’s and don’ts when taking IVF meds from exercise to diet and alcohol.

Fertility Planning
Egg Freezing: FAQ with a Fertility Nurse

Egg Freezing: FAQ with a Fertility Nurse

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

Here's what a fertility nurse wants you to know about egg freezing.

Secondary Infertility: Causes, Challenges, and Resources

Secondary Infertility: Causes, Challenges, and Resources

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

When you’ve already given birth once and are in the thick of parenting, the struggle to conceive a sibling can come as a pretty jarring surprise. Yet secondary infertility – the inability to conceive or carry a pregnancy to term after a successful previous pregnancy– affects millions of families worldwide.  While primary infertility is widely acknowledged, the experience of secondary...

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Why and When To Do IVF (Other Than Infertility)

Why and When To Do IVF (Other Than Infertility)

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

Why would someone do IVF if they don't have infertility issues? Here are a few reasons why some choose to go this route to build their family.

Dandi Care
Dandi IVF Shot Targets: Injection Site Guidance

Dandi IVF Shot Targets: Injection Site Guidance

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

Not sure where to inject your IVF meds? Have your nurse apply Dandi's shot target to the correct area so you never miss the injection spot.

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What to Expect from Your Dandi Live IVF Injection Support Session

What to Expect from Your Dandi Live IVF Injection Support Session

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

You've booked a live injection session with your Dandi fertility nurse! Here's how to prepare ahead of time for your call.

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What to Expect from Fertility Consultations

What to Expect from Fertility Consultations

Leyla Bilali, BSN, RN

What happens during a Dandi consult? Here's how our fertility nurses can support you, from questions around your treatment plan to help with medication injections.