Many women undergo IVF to help with conception, and there has always been a question as to whether the treatment, which hormonally stimulates the ovaries into producing a large amount of eggs within a cycle, can cause an increased risk of heart attacks. A recent study by Soroka University Medical Center/Ben-Gurion University in Israel concluded […]
Understanding Secondary Infertility
You’ve got one amazing child and now you’re ready to make it a family of four. If you had little or no trouble conceiving the first time, you probably assume it’ll be a piece of cake this time as well. Then after trying to conceive for months – or even a year without any results, […]
How Long Should You Wait After Miscarriage To Try Again?
A miscarriage can hit you hard – emotionally and physically. It doesn’t matter if you were trying to conceive the old fashioned way or via fertility treatments – either way it can be a devastating experience. The farther along the pregnancy, the harder and longer it may take for you to recover. You might find […]
Chrissy Teigen Faces Criticism Over IVF Gender Selection
Supermodel Chrissy Teigen has been extremely open about her fertility struggles and going through In Vitro Fertilization to conceive her first child with musician John Legend. But the mom-to-be faced some major backlash via Twitter after she told People she chose the sex of her baby. “I’ve made this decision. Not only am I having […]
Endometriosis: Top Symptoms & Signs
Pain Endometriosis usually causes pain in the pelvic region, and it can be severe in some people. The pain is often worse during your period, which is called dysmenorrhea. Endometriosis can also cause pain, both during and after sex, as well as pain during urination and/or bowel movements. While pain is the most common symptom of […]
‘Idol’ Alum Brooke White Talks Secondary Infertility
“American Idol” alum, Brooke White, is pregnant with her second child, a son, who is due in September. However, the star opened up about her struggle to conceive, her secondary infertility, and the the process of undergoing IVF. White appeared in the finals during the 7th season of the reality singing television competition. She shared with […]
Ovarian Reserve: FSH, AMH & Antral Follicles
When a woman begins to question her fertility, one of the first tests that an OB-GYN or an RE orders is blood work to test her ovarian reserve. By testing a woman’s ovarian reserve, doctors are able to get a better understanding of her fertility. In general, the quality and amount of eggs left declines as one gets older. […]
IVF: Embryo ‘Squishiness’ Can Predict Viability
A new study released by Stanford bioengineers and physicians has determined that the correct amount of ‘squishiness’ of an embryo can determine whether it will be successful once implanted. Selecting the right fertilized embryo for in vitro fertilization (IVF) might be as simple as choosing a ripe piece of fruit: Just give it a squeeze. […]
Tom Arnold Shows Off New Daughter After Struggling With Infertility
Actor and Comedian Tom Arnold proudly introduced his new daughter Quinn with this adorable Instagram photo. After having a tough time conceiving their son, the 56 year old and his wife Ashley, 40 didn’t think 2½-year old Jax would ever have a sibling. He told People, “I was shocked we were having another baby because […]
What To Expect From Fertility Testing
When it’s time to take the next step in figuring out why you haven’t been able to get pregnant or carry a pregnancy to term, there are a lot of tests and tools to help your doctor investigate. I won’t sugarcoat it for you– some of the tests may be uncomfortable. But if you’re like […]
