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Causes of Infertility Aren’t Always Complicated

Thursday, August 12th, 2010

For many couples, hearing the word “infertility” brings forth assumptions of serious problems that cannot be easily remedied.  However, for many people, infertility is only a temporary state and can be reversed, especially if the problem is one of irregular ovulation.

Many women do not realize that they are ovulating at inconsistent intervals.  Regardless of the reasons for their problems, the end result is an inability to become pregnant due to sperm being unable to essentially “connect” with an egg.

Reproductive health science specialists will be able to determine if a woman is ovulating regularly; if not, she can try a number of different ways to get her body to a regular rhythm through a variety of means, including diet, exercise and medication.

Remember that infertility is only a symptom.  Until the problem comes to the forefront, it’s just a diagnosis and shouldn’t cause immediate bells of alarm or worry.

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    Sadness and Infertility Can Go Hand-in-Hand… and That’s Okay

    Friday, July 16th, 2010

    For good or bad, we live in a society that suggests we have to be “upbeat” all the time, putting on a “happy face” despite problems.  When we’re asked, “How are you?”, we’re expected to say, “Fine, thank you!”  No wonder so many people with infertility feel embarrassed because they go through periods of sadness and depression.

    If you’re one of the many men or women dealing with infertility, it’s important to know that feeling unhappy or “down” is completely normal.  It’s not a sign of weakness, nor is it something unusual.  In fact, reputable reproductive science specialists will always consider your mental health throughout your fertility treatment journey.

    But what can you do in the meantime if you’d rather not make a phone call every time you’re feeling blue?  Why not try one of these methods of addressing your state of mind:

    → Acknowledge and accept your sadness.

    → Talk with someone who will listen without judging or trying to “solve” your emotions.

    → Do something that isn’t related to fertility issues, such as working out, going for a hike, taking a walk or reading a book.

    → Write down your feelings in a personal journal. 

    → Ask yourself if you’re being too hard on yourself.  (This is often the case.)  Infertility isn’t something you can control.

    Remember that infertility and unhappy moments can often go hand-in-hand.  So allow yourself to have human moments of disappointment or even depression.  And, of course, if your mental state turns into one you cannot easily control, please contact your physician to discuss other steps you can take.

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    Picking an Egg Donor Program That Offers Choices

    Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

    couple-with-babyEgg donation is a very personal choice many individuals and couples make when seeking assistance in conceiving a child.  Because every egg donor program varies from clinic to clinic, it’s important to make certain that yours gives you the most options.

    What are some of the options you’ll want to investigate?  Consider these, for starters:

    • Diversified Egg Donor Listing.  You deserve as many options as you need, so it’s critical to pick an egg donor program that offers you choices such as the ethnic diversity of the egg donor (including African-American, Jewish heritage, etc.)
    • Experienced Medical Team.  Believe it or not, all reproductive science specialists are not quite as “specialized” as you might think.  Thus, it’s critical to find a team that has plenty of expertise in this area.
    • Young Egg Donors.  Many clinics will allow donors up to 35+; at RSI, we consider age 32 the “cap” for our egg donors. 
    • Extensive Egg Donor Profiles. You should be able to find out quite a bit about your egg donor at your reproductive science clinic.  If you feel you’re not getting enough information, it’s probably an indication that you’re at the wrong place.
    • No Waiting List. Better clinics have no egg donor waiting list.  That means you have fewer delays in reaching your goal of a healthy baby.
    • Couples/Individuals Choose Egg Donor. You should be able to choose the egg donor you prefer, and RSI supports that wish.  However, it’s important to note that some clinics will want to choose for you.
    • Competitive Price. As always, you need to work with a reproductive science specialist who understands that fertility treatments should be priced competitively. 
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    Study Suggests Women Aren’t Waiting to Get Fertility Treatments

    Friday, December 18th, 2009

    Rumor would have us believing that women are putting off their fertility treatments until the latest possible time in their lives, but that seems to be a myth.  A recent survey of over 700 women showed that 88% were under age 35 when they first sought treatment for their fertility issues.

    This shows that many women (and men) are recognizing the signs that they might need help (e.g., not conceiving naturally after trying for about a year to get pregnant, a series of ectopic pregnancies, endometriosis, STDs).  It’s a good development, as it gives individuals and families more time to work with reproductive science specialists to address their fertility issues.

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