If I am Overweight, Will Losing Weight Help Me Get Pregnant?
Being overweight can make getting pregnant more difficult. In a recent study, obese women who lost weight had significantly higher pregnancy rates subsequently in various treatments and spontaneously than those who did not lose weight. Patients do not need to be thin. Losing as little as 5 percent of your body weight can help. Following […]
Picking an Ideal Egg Donor
It can feel daunting to be told by your infertility specialist that you should consider choosing an egg donor. If you have decided on the path of egg donation, the next decision is to choose an egg donor. The most wonderful opportunities arise when a potential recipient has a compassionate donor. This category of donors […]
2 Unhelpful Myths About Recurrent Miscarriage
Recurrent Miscarriage: There’s lots of noise in the blogosphere with no science behind it Recurrent pregnancy loss is a very frustrating condition, especially when the cause cannot be determined through testing. Immunological experts doctors Alecsandru and Garcia-Velasco of Carlos University in Madrid, Spain, recently pointed out in Human Reproduction that there is confusion regarding immune testing and […]
Can a Pregnancy Jeopardized by Miscarriage Be Saved?
Many patients who have bleeding or cramping in early pregnancy can still have a normal pregnancy. However, perhaps half the time a miscarriage, or unexpected loss of the pregnancy, can occur. Thus bleeding is a sign that that should be observed diligently. In the past, before the mechanisms of pregnancy loss were understood, it was […]
Sexuality and Infertility, Part 1: Emotional Intimacy
Emotional intimacy: Infertile couples sometimes have difficulty maintaining a healthy sexual relationship. This blog series will begin to address some of the issues which arise. Women require emotional intimacy, starting with a positive relationship with words of reassurance and warmth. The senses are very pivotal in the sexual response of women. Touch is number one. […]
Tyra Banks and Her Struggles with Fertility Inspire Others
Like many women, Tyra Banks put off pregnancy in her busy, more fertile, earlier reproductive years More and more celebrities and high-profile people are going public with their infertility trials and tribulations. Recently, Tyra Banks opened up about her fertility struggle. The 41-year-old actress, supermodel, author, singer and television personality discussed briefly in an interview […]
Egg Freezing: Intriguing Research on Who is Doing It
The practice of egg freezing appears to be growing, with a recent California study giving insight into which women are preserving their fertility and why. Egg freezing has been used for over a decade successfully. The outcomes of in vitro fertilization (IVF) after egg freezing are almost the same as from fresh eggs. Although egg freezing […]
Carrier Screening: Why We Recommend Patients Consider It
Carrier screening can help prevent fatal diseases like cystic fibrosis. The significant risk of cystic fibrosis in the general population has led to a recommendation that all women considering pregnancy should have cystic fibrosis screening. This fatal disease can be avoided by testing the mother (and father if needed). Medical technology has now advanced so […]
Be Proactive, Like Michelle Obama
Take a lesson from the former first lady, Michelle Obama, and be proactive when it comes to your reproductive health, especially if you’ve experienced a miscarriage. This one’s for the ladies from a fine role model: be proactive about seeking fertility care. Michelle Obama has disclosed in her memoir “Becoming” that she had in vitro fertilization […]
7 Things You Should Never Say to Someone with Infertility and 5 Ways to Show Your Support
When someone you know is trying to get pregnant but is struggling with infertility, the best response is to listen first and not judge. According to RESOLVE, the National Infertility Organization, 1 in 8 couples struggles to get pregnant for a year or more. If you consider those odds, it’s likely you know someone who is managing […]
