Our medical articles on surrogacy and egg donation explore a wide range of topics at the intersection of medicine and fertility. From complex conditions like ectopic pregnancies and endometriosis to advanced reproductive technologies like Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT), we aim for a thorough understanding without overwhelming jargon.  We also explore if PGT is necessary with donor eggs. Shedding light on genetic anomalies and common reproductive health concerns, we simplify complex terms, making IVF procedures, hormone functions, and blood types easier to grasp.  Explore the medical aspects of surrogacy and other topics below for more insights.

Breast Cancer Genes (BRC 1 & BRCA2)

BRCA is a name derived from the abbreviation “Breast Cancer gene.”  Breast Cancer gene 1 (BRCA) and Breast Cancer gene 2 (BRCA) have been found to influence a person’s chance of developing breast...

IVF Terminology

In vitro fertilization is sometimes a foreign language.  Aneuploid embryos, Gonadotrophin-Releasing antagonists, oocytes, and intracytoplasmic sperm injects can hardly be considered everyday words! ...

Nuchal Cords

A nuchal cord is a medical condition where the umbilical cord becomes wrapped around the baby’s neck during pregnancy or labor.  The term ‘nuchal’ originates from the Latin word...

Screening An Egg Donor

From the time of starting the egg donation process to the aspiration of the eggs will typically take 3-4 months.  Of course, with complications, this time frame can be extended.  It is highly doubtful...

Understanding Blood Types

Although it is something we all take for granted, many of us know very little about the complexities of this precious fluid – blood.  On average, an adult human body contains approximately...

Understanding Reproductive Hormones

Hormones are natural substances produced in the body.  Hormones act as “messengers” around the body, which travel through the bloodstream and cause physical and chemical functions and processes within...

Where Do I Start?

Many fertility options are available depending on the cause and diagnosis of the fertility issue.  Sometimes, only one person needs treatment, sometimes both partners, and sometimes neither requires...

Asthma & Pregnancy

Asthma is a lung disease that causes the airways to narrow, making it hard to breathe.  Asthma is a chronic condition.  Once you are diagnosed with it, you will have it for the rest of your life.  The...

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