Baby Born After Alabama Supreme Court Ruling Shut Down Fertility Clinics: Jewish Fertility Foundation Celebrates Birth of Baby Fia
Birmingham, Alabama – The Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF) is overjoyed to share the wonderful news that Nikki and Ilya Mirov, recipients of an emergency JFF fertility grant, have welcomed their beautiful baby girl, Fia. Their journey to parenthood was made possible through the support of JFF and the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), who provided critical funding when Alabama’s Supreme Court ruling led to the closure of fertility clinics in Birmingham, forcing the Mirovs to seek treatment out of state.
“When everything felt uncertain, JFF stepped in to ensure we could continue our journey to parenthood,” said Nikkii Mirova. “Positive stories are so needed when you start to lose hope in the process, and we’re grateful to share our joy with the community.”
Last year, the Mirovs were among the many families devastated when Alabama’s Supreme Court decision forced the shutdown of local fertility clinics. With time-sensitive treatments on the line, JFF provided emergency funding—made possible by National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW)’s Jewish Fund for Abortion Access—to cover their travel expenses so they could continue care at one of JFF’s partner clinics in Atlanta. This support ensured that their dream of building a family remained possible despite the challenges they faced.
“Fia’s birth is a testament to the resilience of hopeful parents and the power of community support,” said Elana Frank, CEO & Founder of the Jewish Fertility Foundation. “At JFF, we believe that everyone deserves a chance to build their family, no matter the barriers they face. This moment is a powerful reminder of why our work matters—not just in times of crisis, but every day.”
Sheila Katz, CEO of the National Council of Jewish Women, said: “No one should have to navigate legal loopholes or cross state lines just to access basic medical care—but that’s the heartbreaking reality for too many families. Fertility care is a deeply personal and often emotional journey, and it should be met with dignity, not political interference. We were honored to partner with the Jewish Fertility Foundation to help this family—and many others—move their treatment to a new state and continue their IVF process without interruption when the state made it impossible to access care at home. At NCJW, we remain fiercely committed to protecting everyone’s right to make their own reproductive health decisions—free from fear, shame, or unnecessary barriers.”
As JFF celebrates this joyful moment, the organization remains steadfast in its mission to provide financial assistance, emotional support, and educational resources to Jewish families struggling with infertility. The story of Nikki, Ilya, and baby Fia is a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when we come together to support those in need.
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For more information on how to support JFF’s mission, visit jewishfertilityfoundation.org
About the Jewish Fertility Foundation
The Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF) provides financial assistance, emotional support, and educational resources to individuals and families navigating infertility. Since its inception in 2015, JFF has helped bring hundreds of babies into the world, offering hope and tangible support to Jewish families across the country. JFF-Birmingham, the location where Nikki and Ilya Mirov received support, is a program of Collat Jewish Family Services (CJFS)