Our Donor Egg Kids: 5 Things We Didn’t Need To Worry About
The decision to use donor eggs is huge. That said, having done it, and with two amazing donor-conceived daughters to show for it, we worried a great deal about that decision. Would we bond with our children? Was the technology safe? Were donors rigorously screened? These, and many more questions and concerns, occupied our thoughts […]
Considering IVF? 5 Key Tips Starting Your Fertility Journey
If you’re having difficulties conceiving, there’s a moment when you may consider IVF. But it’s not always needed. Small adjustments can make a big difference. Planning your conception attempts more proactively, at an earlier stage, could save you time, cash and a whole lot of anxiety. In the second episode of our fertility podcast (you […]
Family, Friends & Mo Farah – Keeping Our IVF Dreams Alive
What role do family and friends really play when you’re going through fertility treatment? Looking back at our own five-year IVF battle, most wanted the best for us, but few knew what to say. The connections you have with family and friends can be tested when you’re stuck in the chaos and confusion of IVF. […]
The Best Way To Wean Yourself Off IVF Meds
The IVF worked – you’re pregnant! So when to stop your meds? First off, don’t stop. Wean. Tapering your IVF drugs, at the right time and in the right way, is critical. Here’s how the weaning process works.
The Perfect Egg Donor? 7 Things To Consider
You’ve decided to use an egg donor. Big step. And you’re thinking: will my egg donor be a good match? Do I get to see photos? Is she a proven donor? Here are 7 key things to think about.
Celebrities and Donor Eggs: 4 Inspiring Success Stories
Celebrities and donor eggs. The internet is full of speculation and comment about celebrities and egg donation treatment. We all know the stats: women have a low chance of a successful pregnancy, using their own eggs, from their mid-40s. (Actually, 43 onwards is pushing it.) The realistic choices open to them are adoption, surrogacy (probably […]
High BMI? What IVF Patients Need to Know
Is your BMI too high for IVF treatment? Many clinics will treat patients with a BMI of up to 35. But are your chances of success really reduced if you’re overweight? Let’s look at the research.
The Short Protocol: 5 Reasons To Have It
IVF patients want to know they’re on the right protocol. Which is best – the short protocol or the long one? The answer depends on each individual patient, so ignore most of what you read online. Other protocols exist, including minimal stimulation, the flare protocol and natural IVF. All three show promising data.
PICSI or MACS – Which Is Better?
PICSI and MACS are two techniques used by fertility clinics to obtain the best quality sperm. Most patients won’t need either. But for couples where sperm quality is a concern, PICSI, MACS, or both, could give ICSI a run for its money and improve IVF outcomes.
The EMMA Test – Should You Have It?
What exactly is the EMMA test? In short, it’s a new endometrial examination from the makers of the ERA test. Let’s call it a spin-off. Does it work? Here’s a quick summary.