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Friday, September 2nd, 2011
If you’ve had difficulty getting pregnant, you’ve likely heard this one over and over:
“Just adopt a baby! Then, you’ll get pregnant right away… it happened to my [fill-in-the-blank]!”
While that type of story makes for great anecdotes, it isn’t statistically proven, nor is it something to count on if you’re struggling with infertility.
The truth is that infertility is a medical, not a social, condition. Though outside influences can have effects on whether or not a female can easily have a child, those influences do not include adopting.
Of course, there’s nothing wrong with looking into adoption; in fact, we recommend it for the right couples who have the correct attitude about the process. However, it’s important to recognize that adoption isn’t the answer if you’re only doing it so you can somehow “reverse” your fertility issues. Doing so can lead to:
- Added stress thanks to the burden you’ve put upon yourselves in setting up unrealistic hopes based on the adoption myth.
- Discontent if you do not become pregnant after adopting a child.
- Negative decisions based on misinformation.
Again, there’s no reason not to look into adoption, but make sure you always do it for the right reasons. Infertility can’t be reversed by adopting a child, but it can often be overcome with scientifically proven methods such as in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI).
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Friday, July 15th, 2011
“Just relax and go with the flow! That’s how you’ll get pregnant!”
“If you’d calm down a little, you’d be able to get pregnant in no time.”
“I wish you would take it easy, for goodness’ sake. That’s your real problem. Go on vacation and you’ll come home pregnant!”
Unfortunately, those sentences are indicative of the advice that far too many individuals and couples dealing with fertility concerns hear. To be sure, the comment isn’t meant to be hurtful, but it does tend to send the wrong message. In a nutshell, it’s just not true.
Don’t get us wrong – stress can absolutely be a contributing factor to fertility problems. However, relaxation is not typically a one-size-fits-all solution. Though being able to enjoy “down time” does contribute to a healthier attitude, mindset and, sometimes, outcome, it’s complementary to fertility treatments, not a treatment in and of itself.
The next time someone makes this type of statement to you, there are a few choices:
1. Say nothing. Just smile and nod.
2. Tell the person that your fertility is not any of their business.
3. Reply, “I’m glad that worked for you.”
Whatever you do, don’t assume that you’re under any obligation to believe this myth. It’s an old wives tale, which means it’s best left to the annals of history.
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Monday, June 13th, 2011
If you’ve had difficulty becoming pregnant, you may be considering fertility treatments. However, the options available – not to mention the confusing information distributed by some unreliable sources – may be enough to make your head spin.
That’s why we strongly suggest that you write down questions/concerns/ideas before visiting your chosen fertility clinic. Below are 12 topics you’ll probably want to address for peace of mind and education.
1. How can we discover why I’m unable to get pregnant?
2. What are the causes of infertility in women my age?
3. Am I a good candidate for fertility treatments?
4. What will the evaluation process be like?
5. What fertility treatments do you have available?
6. Which fertility treatments have historically worked best for women my age?
7. What is the treatment process like? Is there much downtime?
8. What are the risk associated with IVF, IUI and other forms of fertility treatments?
9. Does my insurance carrier typically cover any aspect of fertility treatments?
10. What payment options exist if I go forward with fertility treatments which are not covered by insurance?
11. How long has your clinic’s medical staff been doing this type of work?
12. What type(s) of psychological preparation should I consider if I go forward with fertility treatments?
Of course, you’re likely to have additional considerations based on your unique fertility situation. As we noted above, write down everything you’ll want to know to make an informed decision for yourself and your family. Then, bring it (and a notebook) with you when you first meet with your fertility specialist.
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Monday, April 18th, 2011
For couples who are without any children and who are trying to become pregnant, it can be difficult to understand why partners facing secondary infertility* are so upset.
(*Secondary infertility is, quite simply, infertility after having successfully conceived a child or children.)
The truth of the matter is that whether or not you have a household full of children or you’ve been relegated to caring for furry, four-legged “kids”, infertility can still be emotionally difficult.
If you’ve been having issues getting pregnant even though you’ve been pregnant before, it’s time to see a reproductive health specialist to talk about secondary infertility. Stop listening to the negative people who say you’re “selfish” to want more children; if having a larger family is your goal, it’s reasonable to find out why you’re not conceiving naturally.
As for the reasons behind secondary infertility, there are numerous possibilities to explain the problem. Some, like ovulation issues, are relatively easy to address. Others, like the case of a woman who has entered into menopause earlier than expected, may require medical action.
Regardless, it’s important to recognize that secondary infertility is a condition that a) can be addressed and b) shouldn’t be ignored if the couple truly wants more kids.
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Friday, February 4th, 2011
Maybe you’ve known that you have endometriosis ever since you started menstruating as a girl and have always dealt with painful periods. Or maybe you didn’t realize that you have endometriosis until you began trying to get pregnant and found that it could be the cause for your struggles with fertility. Whatever your experience, it is never pleasant to deal with, but there are options for endometriosis treatment or infertility treatment.
If you’re reading this and you don’t really know what we’re talking about, endometriosis is a condition in which the tissue that normally lines the uterus (the endometrial tissue) grows around other organs where it isn’t meant to be. Most often, these include the ovaries, fallopian tubes, outer surface of the uterus and other abdominal organs. The extra growth of this tissue can bleed during menstruation, which is the reason for painful periods. Scar tissue can also develop, causing disruption in the way that that organ functions. This is the most typical reason for cause of infertility with women who have endometriosis.
The most common treatment for endometriosis is through hormone therapy and, morse specifically, birth control in many cases. If you are a woman who is wanting to get pregnant in the near future or has already been trying to get pregnant, this type of treatment is obviously not a good choice for you. There is a laparoscopic surgery you could opt for, or many women with endometriosis and fertility issues have been helped by way of IVF. If you have struggled with infertility and are just beginning to explore your options, or if you have further questions about endometriosis, don’t hesitate to contact us!
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Monday, January 10th, 2011
Want to know what your chances of fertility success IVF are going to be? Though it might seem counterintuitive, your computer could hold the answers… or so say programmers who’ve created what they consider to be an accurate way to measure whether or not your body is in a position to conceive sooner rather than later.
It’s a significant claim to make – the notion that answering a few questions could possibly make a prediction that even fertility specialists with decades of experience under their belts cannot promise. Yet it’s also unlikely to hurt any couple as long as they use the computer program with a healthy dose of the reality of the situation.
While a woman’s response to IVF can definitely be monitored and tracked, there’s no “magic bullet” that can pinpoint the time when she’s absolutely, positively going to become pregnant. However, this software boasts a 99% accuracy rating.
The online IVF predictor calculator was developed in the United Kingdom. As we learn more about it, we’ll provide you with information regarding the software and how it works. Until that time, we suggest you consider it as yet another tool to use in your reproductive journey.
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Monday, December 13th, 2010
Kylie Minogue, the pop singer from “Down Under” who stole America’s collective heart in the late 1980s is now 42 and may soon be the latest star to try fertility treatments.
Minogue has announced she’s seriously considering working with an egg donor so she can conceive. She’s concerned that chemotherapy and radiation as a result of treating breast cancer in 2005 has most likely left her unable to have a baby naturally.
Minogue’s age could also play a factor. Studies have shown that women over 40 have a decreased likelihood of being able to get pregnant. Thus, fertility treatments could provide an effective solution.
Though Minogue hasn’t made an official decision, we’ll definitely keep you posted!
Tags: 1980s, Breast Cancer, Chemotherapy, Collective Heart, Effective Solution, Egg Donor, Fertility Treatments, Hasn, Kylie Minogue, Likelihood, Pop Singer, Pop Star, Pregnant, radiation, Women Over 40
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Wednesday, December 8th, 2010
At RSI, we’re open to any forms of fertility treatment, even those that might not be considered “mainstream”. But sometimes, we see men and women who have tried homeopathic, so-called “natural” fertility treatments for years and years… only to realize that they’ve wasted their time — and dollars – on these methods.
If you’ve been wooed by the “go natural to get pregnant” headlines touting fertility treatments made up of everything from herbs to mild dietary changes, there’s usually not anything innately wrong with trying such methods to conceive. In fact, many of our patients try or have tried alternative methods to have a child.
The real issue comes into play when patients have spent copious amounts of time and money investing in practices that have not produced any well-documented results.
Our recommendation is to bring all your thoughts and questions, including those involving “alternative” remedies, to a trained, reputable fertility specialist for a consultation. That way, you can be assured that you’re not wasting any time on methods that are unlikely to work while simultaneously discussing all the choices that are available to you, including those that are homeopathic.
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Tuesday, November 30th, 2010
On a regular basis (because, let’s face it… the data affects us in the States, too), we like to look outside our American borders and investigate what’s happening in fertility news.
Lately, our attention was caught by the results of a 2008 study that claims 6 percent of mothers from New Zealand use some form of fertility treatment to become pregnant. That figure shows how widespread the desire to seek out assistance to have a baby of one’s own has become.
The 6 percent figure comes from the “Growing Up in New Zealand” study which looked at 7,000 births. Of those 7,000 babies, 60 percent had been planned by their parents. And it was of these babies that fertility treatments had been used.
In terms of specific types of fertility treatment, the New Zealand women most commonly chose IVF, which costs an average of $11,000 dollars in that country.
Other interesting facts from the “Growing Up in New Zealand” study include:
· In 2009, the average age of women giving birth was 30. (In 1979, thirty years ago, the figure was 26.)
· In the “Growing Up in New Zealand” study, the average age of the mothers involved in planned pregnancies was 32. Comparably, the average age of the mothers involved in unplanned pregnancies was 28.
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Wednesday, June 30th, 2010
In an interview with People magazine, starlet Helena Bonham Carter spoke candidly about her journey to become a second-time mother.
Bonham Carter, who is over 40, began taking Clomid as part of a fertility treatment, but did not respond favorably to the medication. From there, she tried alternative medicine, but still had no success.
After beginning to investigate IVF, Bonham Carter became pregnant naturally. However, she’s been quick to note that she would have turned to at least one round of IVF had she not received the good news.
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