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Evidence-based writing on IVF, pregnancy and fertility health - the questions our patients actually ask, answered by the doctors who treat them.
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How can blocked fallopian tubes be treated naturally
Hearing that your fallopian tubes are blocked can be very upsetting, hard to understand, and very personal. Many women say it was the moment when they suddenly didn't know if they would be able to get pregnant. If you're here, you're probably asking the same thing that a lot of other people have ask… Read article
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What Is a Missed Abortion in Pregnancy? Signs, Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Hearing the words missed abortion for the first time can feel confusing, even scary, for the first time. A missed miscarriage or silent miscarriage shows that the pregnancy stopped growing, but your body hasn't caught up yet. No cramps, no bleeding, just a quiet loss that most people didn't see comi… Read article
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What Causes Recurrent Miscarriage? Medical Reasons, Tests And Fertility Solutions
Most couples dealing with recurrent miscarriage are never told the whole truth: that in almost half of all cases, a cause is found, and most of them may be addressed. This guide is for that. What causes recurrent miscarriage? There are several reasons, including blood clotting diseases, chromosomal… Read article
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What Is a Molar Pregnancy? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Getting a molar pregnancy diagnosis when you were hoping for a healthy baby is heartbreaking. But here's what we want you to know right away - this is not your fault, and you are not alone. A molar pregnancy is a rare pregnancy complication, occurring in just 1 in every 1,000 pregnancies, and most p… Read article
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What Are the Common Causes of Female Infertility?
Understanding the common causes of female infertility isn't always straightforward - and if you've been searching for answers, we want you to know first: you are not alone, and this is not your fault.Infertility in women is rarely traced back to a single reason. Usually, there are several factors th… Read article
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What Are the Common Causes of Male Infertility?
When a couple is having trouble conceiving, the man usually doesn't start the talk. But knowing the causes of male infertility is where it should start. Almost half of all infertility cases around the world are caused by Male factor infertility. Infertility affects some 186 million people around the… Read article
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When does age start influencing fertility decisions
Is my age affecting my chances of getting pregnant? There are a lot of women who wonder this, and it's really one of the most important things to know when you want to start a family. It's true that age does influence fertility, but don't freak out. Don't be afraid; we're here to deliver the truth… Read article
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What are the reasons for IVF failure when PGT-A Test results are normal
Your PGT-A test in IVF showed a chromosomally normal embryo, and then you transferred it, but you received a negative pregnancy test. You might be wondering, "My PGT-A results were normal, so why did I still had a IVF failure?" What are the reasons for IVF failure when the embryos are genetically pe… Read article
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Why fertility treatment feels emotionally overwhelming
If you're feeling overwhelmed by your fertility treatment journey, you're not alone, and what you're feeling is completely normal. Starting fertility treatment can make you feel a lot of different things. Your mood changes quickly between hope and worry. It all adds up: the meetings, the waiting, th… Read article
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How do small habits before pregnancy affect early development
Most first-time moms don't know this: the best thing you can do for your baby starts months before you ever get pregnant. Doesn't it sound strange? But it is true. Your pre-pregnancy habits can have a big impact on your baby's development in those first few weeks, often even before you know you're p… Read article
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Should couples pause and prepare after a failed conception attempt
It can be quite hard to deal with the emotions that come after a failed conception attempt. Please know that you're not alone if this is where you are right now. What you're feeling is a normal reaction to a very personal trip. The truth is that pausing after a failed conception doesn't mean giving… Read article
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Can nutrition improve fertility even after 35
If you're over 35 and trying to get pregnant, you've definitely heard the numbers, and they can be fairly disappointing. But here's something hopeful: how to improve egg quality after 35 naturally starts by changing what you eat three times a day. Your fertility diet after 35 doesn't have to be hard… Read article
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