Options for Infertile Couples The infertility treatments are dragging on, there’s no baby in sight, and having a child feels more important than ever. There are options for infertile couples other than having their own biological child, such as adoption and foster care. The key to utilizing non-medical options for infertile couples is to …
It is scientifically proven that infertility in a couple is related to both partners. Only one-third of infertility cases are related to the female in a couple, while another third is related to the male, and the cause of infertility in a couple for the final third is either related to both the male and the female or the precise cause …
Getting pregnant is easy: False Many factors can affect the ability of conceiving: The female partner’s age, the timing, the ability of the male partner to conceive as well as many other biologically factors. The woman’s age affect her capacity of conceiving:True In the 20’s women’s fertility is between 75% and 95%. In the 40’s a …
The food you choose to eat directly impacts your fertility. This goes for moms *and* dads to be, trying to conceive. As a couple, you need to stick to a healthy diet to boost your chances of getting pregnant. You should be striving for a healthy diet, at least, three months before you start trying to …
Trying to get pregnant can be an overwhelming process that triggers feelings of sadness, anger, guilt and frustration. The following tips can help you cope with these emotions and increase your odds of getting pregnant. Tips on getting pregnant Stop birth control pills It might seem obvious, but it’s the first thing to do as …
As women are fertile for only a few days each month, (around 5), knowing your fertility cycle can boost your chances of getting pregnant. Here are methods you can use to track your fertility cycle. Methods for Tracking Your Fertility Cycle Calendar Method: Know your menstrual Cycle To use the Calendar Method, you need to …
Whether you’re planning to have your very first baby or thinking about expanding your family, preparing to get pregnant is an exciting and emotional decision. So many questions float through your mind. How long will it take to get pregnant? Should I track my cycle? If so, what is the easiest way to do it? …
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The sheer amount of books out there for expectant mothers is staggering. To help you wade through all of the literature, here is a list of five of the best pre-pregnancy books to read when you are thinking of having a baby or if you’re already pregnant. These books provide a wealth of information for …
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Coping with infertility is something that I am all too familiar with. During the six years that I spent trying to conceive, I must have run through every single emotion a person can experience. Hope, fear, anger, depression, anger, denial, more hope followed by crushing sadness. It’s an experience that is so hard to explain …
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Trying to conceive. Three words that, for most couples, really aren’t that daunting. You try, you conceive. For couples dealing with infertility, however, “trying to conceive” becomes a lifestyle. At some point in your family planning journey, you go from being a regular couple who decided to become a trio to a TTCer, a part …
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Today we’re talking about a difficult subject: things you should never say to a woman who had a miscarriage. Watching your friend go through such a staggering loss is heartbreaking. We all want to say and do exactly the right thing to take away her pain as much as possible. Sometimes, though, what we think are …
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Trying to conceive a baby is supposed to be an exciting time. For many couples, it really IS a joyous time! They plan, they try, they conceive. For those of us who have struggled with infertility, though, it can quickly become a bit clinical. The thing is, when you take the joy out of it, …
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This post is brought to you by OvulationCalendar.com. All opinions are our own. Did you know that approximately 11% of US women up to age 44 have difficulty conceiving or carrying a child to term? That’s a HUGE percent when you’re talking about medical conditions. Think about that. More than 1 in 10! As part …
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Just like making a baby takes two, preparing for pregnancy is a team effort. When I was trying to get pregnant for six years, I mostly focused on what I could do better. I ate right, stopped taking certain medications, stopped going out on weekends. I took the right vitamins. I got the diagnostic tests. …
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This post about common misconceptions about conceptions is brought to you by First Response. First Response and the Yale School of Medicine joined together to conduct a study about the misconceptions about conception. The study revealed some interesting information about how women perceive their fertility. While I thought I knew pretty much everything about fertility, …
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Did you know that one in six Canadians struggles with infertility? The thing is, while so many people struggle with the same issue, it’s still a deeply personal one that can leave you feeling very alone. That sense of loneliness is worse when everyone around you is getting pregnant with no problem! Factor in the …
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A recent article released by Fertility & Sterility examined the top myths about fertility that people believe are true. I found this incredibly interesting, as I struggled with infertility for 6 years before having my son. I too believed some of the myths about fertility in the beginning of my journey. As I continued to …
Obesity and Infertility: How Your Weight Affects Conception Are you overweight and having trouble with conception? In addition to certain disorders, drug and alcohol use, and environmental causes, another possible cause of infertility is obesity. Many studies have found that obesity and infertility are linked in both men and women. One study found that women …
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I’ve written about struggling with infertility for OurFamilyWorld for a few years now. In fact, when Olfa first brought me on as a writer, it was to be my specialty. I struggled with infertility for many years. Now I’m sharing my personal story in the hopes that it helps someone else get through the struggle. …
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Ectopic pregnancy can be a terrifying experience. Between the physical and emotional pain, the procedures to fix it and the worrying about whether it will cause future infertility, it can really put you through the wringer. We’ve talked about ectopic pregnancy signs, symptoms and treatment options before, but never really delved into the emotional turmoil …
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Dislosure: this post is brought to you by Women’s College Hospital Foundation I just love when celebrities go above and beyond to give back. It sends such a positive message to the world! Avril Lavigne is the perfect example of such a role model. Back in August, she called on fans in Toronto and around …
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What do you do when you want a baby more than anything in the world but your body just won’t cooperate? Borrow someone else’s! In the case of an egg donor, you really only need to borrow a very small piece. Okay, so it isn’t really “borrowing” since you won’t be giving it back, but …
While doing research on ovarian cancer and its effect on your ability to get pregnant, I came across a really interesting article on the Huffington Post. A quick summary: an Australian woman lost both of her ovaries due to ovarian cancer. While doctors were removing her second ovary, they preserved some of the cells. Later, …
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As if you didn’t have enough to worry about during your child-bearing years, a new study came out saying that drinking before pregnancy can actually increase your risk of developing breast cancer later! We all know how important it is to abstain from drinking during pregnancy, but who knew that those pre-pregnancy cocktails could …
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Your period is late and you’re thinking “maybe I’m pregnant!” All you have to do is run to the store and pick up a pregnancy test to confirm (or deny). So you hop in your car and head to the nearest retail store with a family planning section and make your way down that …
The true cost of infertility is much higher than you may imagine. Forget, for a moment, the costs involved in actual fertility treatments, especially IVF. Those can be astronomical on their own. I’m talking about the true cost- both emotionally and physically- of dealing with long-term infertility. From lost wages due missing work for tests …
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In many parts of Canada and the United States, women who need in-vitro fertilization to realize their dreams of becoming moms often have to beg and borrow to come up with the funds for the procedure. Not only does this add an enormous amount of stress to an already difficult situation, it can wreak havoc …
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By now, we all pretty much know how a pregnancy begins. The sperm makes an epic journey to the waiting egg; they meet, fall madly in love, and create a baby. In an ideal world, the fertilized egg travels down the fallopian tubes, lands in the lush soil of the uterus, and proceeds to grow …
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Determining the cause of infertility is the first step in helping a couple get pregnant after about a year of unsuccessful attempts. There are several different tests that doctors can use to take a closer look at what could be going on. They range from very simple blood samples to pretty uncomfortable, slightly more invasive …
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Once upon a time, there were very few options for infertile couples. If you couldn’t have a baby on your own, your only real option was to get put on a long waiting list and adopt a baby locally. Today, there are many more options for infertile couples, available to help you start a family, …
While most women rarely spend much time thinking about ovulation, when you’re trying to conceive it becomes a major factor to consider. When it comes to ovulation and getting pregnant, timing is everything. Each month, you have a small window of opportunity in which you can get pregnant. Miss that window by even a day, …
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If you are thinking about trying in-vitro fertilization to help you get pregnant (IVF), you will need to find a good reproductive specialist to help you weigh all your options and determine if it is right for you. Once you make that final decision to go forward with the IVF, you will want to make sure you …
The decision to undergo in-vitro fertilization, or IVF, is a deeply personal one. Like all medical procedures, it has its benefits and risks, and only you and your partner can decide if the benefits outweigh the potential risks. Every woman is different, and your fertility specialist will outline the potential risks based on your …
In-vitro fertilization, or IVF, is a type of advanced reproductive technology used to help women conceive. It involves manually fertilizing the woman’s egg with the male partner or sperm donor’s sperm, then transferring the resulting embryo into the woman’s uterus. It is a rather expensive procedure; so many women use it as a last resort …
You tried for several months, years to have a baby but it did not work. You are upset, frustrated and perhaps despaired. You blame your partner, the whole world for this unfairness. You watch other women getting pregnant for the first, second or the first time and you don’t know what to do to fulfill your …
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