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Most women over their lives have used one form of contraception or another. When it’s time to conceive, many women fear that the contraceptive may have harmed them or caused infertility. However, is this fear based on myth or truth?
Managing your fertility can be overwhelming and stressful. Many individuals are unsure where to turn for reliable answers or emotional support. This should not be the case! When it comes to your fertility journey everyone deserves to feel supported, empowered, and knowledgeable about the process.
Assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) are used to help couples struggling with fertility or same-sex couples a chance to start a family. These technologies have come a long way, providing different options for these couples. Two of the most popular assisted reproductive treatments are intrauterine insemination (IUI) and in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Maintaining a healthy diet is key to having a healthy pregnancy. However, there are many food myths going on about what a pregnant woman should eat or avoid. This can cause a lot of confusion, especially, for first-time mothers. Many times, pregnant women avoid eating various foods because they are afraid of harming their babies. Pineapples are one of the foods that have been demonized as harmful during pregnancy but is there any truth to the claims?
Endometriosis is a common disease and with diagnostic methods evolving, the number is set to increase. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that nearly 200 million women worldwide are affected by endometriosis, including over 11% of women in the USA. Women suffering from severe endometriosis can be limited in their day-to-day life, due to severe pain, fatigue, depression, anxiety, and infertility.
As women grow older, one question that’s always on the mind of those who plan to start a family is “Will I get pregnant?”. It’s no secret that fertility and age are linked in both men and women. But in women, the clock starts ticking a bit earlier. So, what are the chances of getting pregnant as you age? Let’s take an in-depth look.
When you’re trying to conceive, every negative pregnancy test can be discouraging. While some couples can get pregnant on the very first try, many more take months or even years to start their family. Studies show that between 7 and 17 percent of couples in the United States struggle with conception. Your chances of conception are influenced by many factors. Nevertheless, advances in modern medicine have made it possible for those struggling with infertility to start their families through assisted reproductive technology like intra uterine insemination or IUI. But how successful is this fertility treatment?
As a woman grows older, the quality of their eggs declines. Egg quality plays a crucial role in conception and successful pregnancy, no matter if you’re trying to conceive naturally or are starting fertility treatments. Certain factors can negatively or positively impact the quality of your eggs, and it’s important to know how to improve the quality of eggs and increase your chances of a successful pregnancy.
While some people can start their families the natural way, others need a little help to do so. One way individuals get help is through assisted reproductive technologies like in vitro fertilization or IVF. IVF is a fertility treatment where eggs are combined with sperm outside of your body in a lab. The process involves many steps and different medications, including injections.
