Infertility occurs when a couple is unable to conceive after 12 consecutive months of unprotected sex. If the woman is over age 35, most doctors evaluate fertility after six months of trying to conceive. In either case, if you’ve been trying diligently to get pregnant but you aren’t having any success, schedule a fertility evaluation … Read more
When you’re dealing with a diagnosis of infertility, there are different treatment options available. Of course, your treatment depends on your specific needs, but two of the more common treatments are intrauterine insemination (IUI) and in-vitro fertilization (IVF). Most couples are familiar with both terms but may not fully understand what’s involved in each treatment … Read more
Affordability and accessibility should never stand in the way of your dream for a family. But just as you investigate the best approach for resolving your fertility issues and regain some of that hope you nearly lost, you begin adding up the cost. Yikes! You knew it was expensive-everyone tells you that-but somehow you thought you’d … Read more
Happy New Year! This is the time of new beginnings and new goals for the coming year. Many strive for better health in 2023, and while a healthy lifestyle is a worthy achievement for everyone, there are some clear advantages to making these beneficial changes when you’re trying to conceive. Making a new year’s resolution … Read more
Infertility is a major problem worldwide, so much so, that some may argue it should be considered a public health issue. While there are be many reasons for infertility, the role of diet and lifestyle are believed to play an important role. Along with an active lifestyle and healthy weight, a fertility-friendly diet is a … Read more
When you’re trying to conceive when suffering with infertility, it can feel like your whole life is consumed by doctors’ appointments, self-imposed rules about sex, and a lot of hope and prayers. It’s easy to lose sight of your emotional and spiritual well-being in the midst of it all. But the truth is, your emotional … Read more
PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) is the most common disorder of hormonal imbalance affecting about 7% of women of childbearing age. While they predispose women to a host of health issues, one of them is difficulty conceiving. However, losing weight can boost the chances of conceiving in women with PCOS. Not only that, losing weight can … Read more
Polycystic ovary syndrome or Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a condition affecting millions of women worldwide. PCOS manifests in many ways and can lead to infertility by interfering with ovulation. The exact cause of PCOS is still under study. Essentially PCOS is a condition caused by hormonal imbalance in the body due to various factors. … Read more
A breast cancer diagnosis is devastating news, especially for people younger, in childbearing age. However, considering the advances made in the science of cancer diagnosis and treatment, many women who are otherwise healthy, now have a good chance of successfully beating cancer. A major side effect of treating breast cancer in women of childbearing age … Read more
Having children is one of the biggest sources of joy in life, but due to numerous factors such as career demands, relationships, and the economy, many have delayed growing or starting a family until their late 30s and 40s, thus decreasing their chances of conceiving or delivering a child naturally. Fertility declines with age, egg … Read more