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…
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…
For mothers-to-be, even the most textbook pregnancy is fraught with worry. When you add infertility into the mix, it becomes a real rollercoaster of emotions. Will my age cause a concern? Will the baby be ok? Will they experience any health issues? And on and on. The unknown can cause plenty of sleepless nights and stress just when you need…
There are many different conditions that can render a couple unable to conceive naturally. Sometimes the cause is quite obvious, and sometimes the evidence is only uncovered after a series of tests and evaluations. No two cases will be exactly alike, and just as causes differ, so will treatment. In this post we take a look at critical issues that…