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You and your partner may be thinking that you are ready to start trying for a baby, or maybe you have already been trying for some time without any luck. About 10-15% of couples are labeled as infertile; this can be due to female factors, male factors, or even a combination of the two. No [...]
You might think that you are doing your body good by eating a lot of soy. Soy can definitely be a healthy source of protein but it’s not healthy for male sperm production. It contains a natural source of estrogen that can interfere with male sperm production. Men trying to get their partners pregnant should [...]
Sorry, it’s been a few days since we’ve posted. Wendi is in St. Louis visiting family and I am playing dad to our two very ridiculous dogs! Back on schedule from here on out!
Just wanted to give a quick update on our positive IVF pregnancy. We are in our second trimester and things are [...]
Can I Travel When Going Through IVF?
IVF medications and procedures can interfere dramatically with your day-to-day life. Many couples wonder, though, if they can take vacations and travel before, after, and during treatment. In all honesty, the bottom line is better safe than sorry.
It would be quite difficult for one to [...]
It’s great to exercise during pregnancy but don’t push it and heat up your body too much. Raising your core body temperature over 102 degrees Fahrenheit can increase the chance of miscarriage and birth defects.
It’s a good idea to take it easy on the workouts even if you are trying to get pregnant and [...]
A lot of our readers wonder if it’s possible to still get pregnant if you have a very poor sperm morphology. The answer is, absolutely! With advancements in Assisted Reproductive Technologies, IVF with ICSI is a great option for those of us who have very poor sperm morphology. I speak from a personal [...]
Celiac disease might be affecting your fertility without you even knowing it. Celiac disease is an allergy to gluten. Gluten is a protein that is found in most wheat, rye, barley and oats products as well as many other types of everyday foods.
A gluten allergy affects fertility by making it hard for people to [...]
Obviously we would never wish infertility upon ourselves but if you are diagnosed with infertility issues of any kind, make the most of your situation. It’s the least you can do for yourself and it will help you out in the long run. Getting upset and frustrated will only add stress to your life and [...]
Miscarriage, the word you never want to hear!
A miscarriage, also known as a spontaneous abortion can be one of the most devastating times in couple’s life; it is both an emotional and physical issue. A miscarriage is considered a loss of pregnancy that is less than 20 weeks along. Unfortunately, miscarriages are the [...]
What is an ectopic pregnancy?
An ectopic pregnancy is one of the more serious complications and risks of IVF and can even be life threatening. Although it is well known, it is fairly rare compared to other risks associated with fertility treatments.
An ectopic pregnancy starts out like a normal pregnancy but in an [...]
The first trimester can be the most exciting time in your life as well as the most nerve-racking. The initial news of your pregnancy comes with great joy, but many women find that their worry doesn’t quite fade away.
For those that have gone through infertility treatments, getting through the first trimester may be [...]
First off, congratulations!!! You got a positive pregnancy test after your IVF or FET cycle! Your fertility treatment(s) have paid off. Second, congrats on making it through the 2 week IVF wait that is often harder than the actual IVF treatment itself. The emotional and mental portion of IVF can be very trying. Now [...]
This is coming from a guy’s perspective, but seriously…when you actually sit down and think about it, pregnancy is a miracle. All of the little pieces of the conception puzzle that have to go together are overwhelming and it’s such an amazing process.
Having gone through infertility and IVF with my wife, I have learned [...]
We initially thought that we’d post our results from March’s FET (Frozen Embryo Transfer) right away. Sorry for the delay, but as the phone call with our results came we didn’t quite realize the implications of announcing our news.
We’re having a baby!!!
We found out on April 1st that our FET was a [...]
What is an HSG?
An HSG (hystosalpingogram) is often one of the first tests conducted for a female that may be experiencing a difficult time becoming pregnant. The HSG test is an X-ray that looks in the uterus and fallopian tubes and the areas around them.
Who needs to get an HSG?
An HSG [...]
Clomid is most commonly associated with female fertility treatments but it can also be used in cases of male infertility. When men have a low sperm count or poor motility, Clomid can stimulate the pituitary gland to produce more quality sperm. A study by WHO (World Health Organization) done in the 90′s shows that [...]
Guys – Increase Your Sperm Count, Improve Morphology & Motility – Naturally
Are There Fertility Drugs For Men?
There are not too many similarities between men and woman. That is, until you talk about fertility drugs. Just like woman need the right amount of hormones to ovulate regularly, men also need the right [...]
Can certain foods increase my sperm count?
Guys, there are a lot of things you can do that are in your control to help improve your sperm count. Your diet should be your first focus. Getting certain foods, vitamins and nutrients can help increase your sperm count and send you to baby making land. [...]
Not many guys ever think that they will have to get their little swimmers tested to see how they perform. Male infertility is now a much larger issue than it was years ago. The semen or sperm analysis is one of the first tests for the male to see how fertile he is. Semen [...]
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