Navigating Family Gatherings

Navigating Family Gatherings

Fertility treatments can be stressful and emotionally draining for couples who are trying to conceive. Failed stimulation cycles, failure to fertilize, repeated failed IVF cycle and miscarriage can cause serious emotional fatigue and before you know it you are touching the boundaries of depression, maybe you have already stepped over that line.  Family gatherings, such as holidays, baby showers and weddings, can be particularly difficult for those undergoing fertility treatments due to the constant questioning,…

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All About sperm

All About sperm

Many different medical conditions and other factors contribute to fertility problems, and often there is a combination of causes.  Overall, one-third of fertility problems are caused by male reproductive issues, one-third by female reproductive issues, and one-third by unknown factors.  While 7% of the male population is affected by infertility, sadly, the subject of male infertility is rarely discussed openly, mainly due to social and cultural taboos. While a woman is born with all the eggs that…

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Boosting Sperm Count

Boosting Sperm Count

Infertility affects about one in every 6 couples trying to achieve a pregnancy. It is estimated that one in every 3 cases is due to fertility problems in the male partner.  Based on the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, a healthy sperm count is around 15 million sperm per milliliter or at least 39 million per ejaculation. Doctors believe testosterone levels have the most significant impact on sperm number and quality.  However, certain inherited medical…

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