Posts Tagged ‘Upshot’

Picking the Right Fertility Treatment for You

Friday, May 7th, 2010

Every individual or couple’s fertility journey is unique.  Some eventually turn to surrogacy; others are able to naturally conceive after one round of Clomid.  That’s why it’s important to remember that there’s no upshot to comparing yourself to someone else.

Many people become convinced that they know what will “work” for them before they ever even step foot in a fertility specialist’s office.  They’ve done their research (which is great!), they’ve talked to plenty of folks, and they’re sure they know the best route to take.

But without a careful and comprehensive analysis (both physical and emotional) of their individual conditions, no fertility treatment can be pinpointed as “the one”. 

In the end, it’s best to do your homework and investigate different types of fertility treatments.  That way, you can come to your appointments with knowledge.  Yet it’s equally as critical to have an open mind.  Depending upon what your physician tells you, your ideal fertility treatment may not be what you originally expected. 

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  • Men Uncomfortable about Fertility Issues

    Tuesday, June 16th, 2009

    Recent survey results released by Fertility LifeLines(TM) reveals some interesting facts regarding male infertility.

    Some of the highlights of the survey include the following stats, many of which may help explain why men sometimes take a very low-key approach to fertility:

    28% of the males who participated in the survey said they felt “embarrassed” when dealing with fertility issues;

    39% of the males who participated in the survey felt sad or depressed when dealing with fertility issues.

    45% of the surveyed men said they would wait more than a year before they would seek medical attention for fertility issues.

    The upshot of these findings? 

    It’s apparent that our society needs to do a better job of educating young men on the facts regarding conception and fertility.  And slowly but surely, we’re heading in the right direction.

    Fertility Issues after Giving Birth

    Wednesday, June 10th, 2009

    tn_img_6027A recent article from the UK’s Birmingham Post did an excellent job of explaining why women who have been able to conceive naturally without fertility treatments may one day find themselves dealing with infertility.

    In the story, the author discusses the experiences of Sarah Jessica Parker, the Hollywood star who recently  discovered that she was no longer able to become pregnant even though she had conceived without problems previously. 

    The phenomenon, “secondary infertility,” can happen for a number of reasons including the age of the woman, a switch in partners and potential medical problems.  Regardless of the “whys”, it can still be a devastating experience for any couple who assumed they would be able to naturally conceive.

    The upshot, though, is that there are alternatives for women who want to have children, including fertility treatments.  Although becoming pregnant may take a bit longer than expected, in many cases, it can still be a reality.



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