Even though it is a common occurrence, miscarriage is a difficult issue that is rarely acknowledged due to its stigma and pain. Whether you or a loved one has gone through the experience, learning more about miscarriage might help you prepare for it. In this post, we will be taking a holistic look at miscarriage and infertility. First, let’s find out…
Going through fertility treatment, regardless of your relationship status, is a big decision with a lot of things to think about. To help you get started, we’ve answered the most common questions we get from single women who want to establish a family. Here is the A-Z of fertility treatments for single women. At Omega Golden Fertility, we’re honored to…
The possibility to contribute a new life to another family is one of the most fulfilling things for most surrogates. Most women, understandably, want to weigh the benefits and drawbacks of being a surrogate mother before embarking on this journey and rightfully so. Pros and Cons of Surrogacy While most surrogates remember their time bearing a child for a childless…
In this blog post, we will be taking a look at surrogacy as an option when it comes to fertility. Is this right for your fertility journey? Is a Surrogate mother often referred to as a gestational carrier, the next option for your family? If you’re having anxiety conceiving and taking the pregnancy to term or are a same-sex couple,…
Gender issues and the complicated nature of endometriosis have unfortunately resulted in the spread of many myths and misconceptions about a disease that affects an estimated 176 million women (and their families) globally. Here are some notable myths about endometriosis: No-one is too young to have endometriosis Too many doctors still believe that endometriosis is rare in teenagers and young…
Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue that resembles the uterine lining (known as “the endometrium”) is present outside the uterus, where it causes a chronic inflammatory reaction that can lead to scar tissue. It is primarily present on the peritoneum of the pelvis, the ovaries, the recto-vaginal septum, the bladder, and the colon. It has been identified on the…
Some decades ago, inability to have a child was seen as a curse on the woman’s part. It was erroneously assumed that women who do not get pregnant in marriage were barren. In most cases, this might not be true as infertility may be linked to men too. As a result of technological advancement, many women are beginning to have…
What is a miscarriage? A miscarriage or spontaneous abortion is an event that results in the loss of a fetus before 20 weeks of pregnancy. It typically happens during the first trimester, or first three months, of the pregnancy. Miscarriages can happen for a variety of medical reasons, many of which aren’t within a person’s control. But knowing the risk…
Before the sperm of the male partner can fertilize the egg of his partner, the sperm’s head must attach to the outside of the egg. When it gets attached, the sperm pushes through the external layer to the inside of the egg, also known as cytoplasm, where fertilization happens. What happens sometimes is that the sperm can’t penetrate the outer…
The inability of a couple to conceive a child even after unprotected sex can be one of the first signs of male infertility. So, if it’s been more than a year, it’s probably a good idea to get yourself checked. While suspecting the signs can be agonizing and anxiety-inducing, having an open conversation with your partner should be a top…