Active and passive smoking linked to infertility and earlier menopause
Active and passive smoking are linked to infertility problems and a hastening of the natural menopause before the age of 50, a large study finds. Source: Science Daily Read more
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Prolonging IVF treatment could boost success rates
Increasing the number of cycles of in vitro fertilization to more than three or four may boost success rates for infertile women up to the age of 42, according to a new study published in JAMA, with six IVF cycles producing the highest live birth rates. Source: Medical News Today Read more
Is It Too Late to Have a Baby? IVF Over 40
Author: Dr. Anil Pinto
The chances of having a healthy baby are based on various factors with age playing a major role. As a woman’s reserve of good quality eggs begins to diminish from the age of 35 years, many women planning a family late in life face infertility problems. Assisted reproduction […]How Your Weight Affects Your Fertility, Your Pregnancy and Your Baby
Author: Dr. Anil Pinto
Obesity is becoming an epidemic in most developed countries, and is not only affecting the health and well-being of individuals, but is also a precursor of many diseases. Obesity causes hormonal imbalances, affecting fertility in both men and woman. Being obese with a BMI (body mass index) of […]Why Can’t I Get Pregnant?
Have you not been able to get pregnant after a year of having unprotected sex? Have you had a pregnancy end in miscarriage? You may be suffering from infertility, which is defined as the inability of a woman to conceive after a year of having unprotected sex, or the inability to sustain a pregnancy. There […]
Standard treatment better than proposed alternative for unexplained infertility
Treatment with clomiphene, a standard therapy for couples with unexplained infertility, results in more live births than treatment with a potential alternative, letrozole, according to a study of more than 900 couples conducted by a National Institutes of Health research network. Source: Medical Xpress Read more
Weight loss, exercise improve fertility in women with PCOS
Weight loss and exercise improve ovulation in women who have polycystic ovary syndrome, a common hormone disorder that often causes infertility, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Source: Medical Xpress Read more
Coping with the Holidays
People look forward to the holidays as a time to take time off from work, relax, and spend time with loved ones. Holidays are typically fun, festive and full of quality family time. But when you’re dealing with infertility, it can often be very trying and stressful. The holidays are an emotional time for those […]
Age Matters! Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Have Your Baby
Pregnancy is one of the most exciting phases of a women’s life. However, there is an increasing trend for women to put their family plans on hold in order to pursue their career or education. Unlike achieving all other goals in life, age does matter when it comes to pregnancy, and in today’s world, age-related […]
3 Things You Need to Know When You’re Trying to Conceive
If you are preparing to get pregnant, it is essential to take special care of yourself for the health of you and your baby. Pre-pregnancy care focuses on improving your health before getting pregnant to increase the chances of having a healthy baby. The purpose of preconception care is to assess any potential risks to […]