Pregnancies conceived through IVF carry a slightly higher-than-average risk for birth before 40 weeks, the normal gestation term. Babies born before 37 weeks are preterm, but not necessarily premature. Most of the brain and lung development occurs rapidly toward the end of gestation. Doctors monitor babies’ development and tend toward early, but safe delivery for IVF babies. Typically IVF babies come into the world at 38 weeks gestation. From embryo transfer on doctors monitor these precious little individuals throughout pregnancy, so delivery induced at or around 38 weeks is safe for them and ..read more

In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a form of assisted reproductive technology used for treating infertility. When you’re diagnosed with infertility, you and your doctor address the issues and, if possible, examine your treatment opportunities. IVF is a common treatment for many issues impacting your ability to conceive. But, if you aren’t familiar with the procedure you may have some confusion, concern and questions regarding the process. Here we aim to address the most pressing concerns shared by soon-to-be parents by offering 5 insights.   5 Insights About IVF IVF offers an opportunity for ..read more

Those undergoing IVF do everything possible to ensure a successful outcome. For some people that means giving up certain vices like alcohol, coffee and fast food. Others may embrace the healthiest diet choices, switch to organic produce and give up any known inflammatory foods like red meat. But what about OTC medications? What do you do, if you get a headache or cold or your allergies flare up? If you’re beginning an IVF cycle, you may want to think twice before popping that naproxen or ibuprofen and no matter how uncomfortable your sinuses, take a pause and read this before you take a decong ..read more

If your periods are regular and you’ve figured out the time you ovulate then you might already know the optimum time to conceive is those few days before you ovulate. Sperm lives up to five days in the female body and planning intercourse those few days prior to ovulation offers the best chance for conception. But that leaves approximately 25 other days while you wait for those optimal fertility days. Maintaining good to excellent health is the goal during that period. Why? For many reasons. You certainly want to be in the best shape possible going into pregnancy. And your good health and good ..read more

Very often young females focus on periods when it comes to the menstrual cycle. After all, knowing when to expect your period is essential for plenty of occasions. From planning your beach vacation to knowing if you should buy a pregnancy test, period awareness is important. However, without ovulation an honest-to-goodness period wouldn’t happen. Ovulation rules the menstrual cycle, as in when the bleeding begins each month and when you are most fertile. If you have regular periods and aren’t pregnant, a “late” period most often indicates a disruption to your ovulation schedule. Understanding ..read more

It’s been said that IVF is a marathon and not a sprint. Sprints rely on quick bursts of energy and thought and are over in seconds. A marathon, on the other hand, is long, arduous and calls on a lot more inner reserve, both physically and mentally. You may think you can’t go on, but then you dig deep and find the drive to push yourself further, eyes on the prize. Like a marathon, IVF requires some preparation both mentally and physically. You’ll have moments of joy and moments of frustration. That means you and your partner must pace yourselves. There are many hills which will challenge you bu ..read more

You can’t always trust what you read on the internet or what you hear from a well-intentioned family member, friend, coworker or stranger. Those statements are never more true than when you question your fertility health. So many misconceptions float around that we thought it was high time to debunk the worst of them, explain those that may harbor a kernel of truth and debunk the completely false misconceptions about fertility health.   Debunking the Misconceptions Anyone trying to conceive knows that sometimes it takes a while. When it begins to concern you it’s time you make an appointm ..read more

Out of balance hormones disrupt your day-to-day life in many ways. Females may notice symptoms such as heavy or irregular periods, hair loss and vaginal dryness. Some of the conditions directly related to hormones experienced by both males and females are Acne: While usually caused by clogged pores acne also responds to hormone fluctuations. Hormones stimulate the oil glands in your skin and that boost oil production results in acne. Adult acne occurs after puberty and is a direct response to hormonal changes.   Diabetes: Yes, diabetes is the most common endocrine-related condition in ..read more

Trying to conceive with no success creates challenges for many couples and individuals. If after 12 consecutive months of unprotected intercourse you haven’t conceived (six months for females over the age of 35) you should schedule an appointment for a fertility assessment. The forthcoming diagnosis itself presents a challenge. Should your doctor determine you are infertile the next challenge you’ll face? Finding the right fertility doctor and clinic and pursuing treatment for infertility. You and your partner are about to begin the journey of a lifetime. This journey presents some challenges ..read more

In the treatment of infertility, intrauterine insemination (IUI) offers an option when certain specific conditions are at the root of a couple’s inability to conceive. IUI also provides a way for those females who have no male partner, such as same-sex female couples and single females to fulfill the desire for pregnancy. People sometimes refer to IUI as “artificial insemination.” When you ovulate, your ovaries release an egg into your fallopian tubes. When natural conception occurs during intercourse the sperm travels from the vagina through the cervix to the uterus and on to the fallopian tu ..read more