In the past, the average age for couples getting married in the U.S. was in their 20s. In 2022, according to the popular bridal website The Knot, the average age for females marrying in the U.S. will be 33 years…
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When you consider the latest trends in fertility treatments, artificial insemination, also referred to as intrauterine insemination (IUI), may not always come to mind. However, the fact is that this procedure is one of the most commonly used fertility treatments…
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Many different factors can affect a woman’s ability to conceive. PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, is often the culprit, but receiving the right PCOS treatment can make the difference between having a family of your own and not being able…
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For most women of childbearing age, ovulation comes and goes without notice, especially if you are not concentrating on trying to achieve or avoid pregnancy. Many women with regular menstrual cycles do not notice a change in their bodies or…
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If you have Googled “Natural Cycle” or “Natural Cycles” in hopes of learning more about how your body works and when you are most likely to get pregnant, then you probably landed on the homepage of an app that promotes…
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The list of infertility pills and other drugs available to treat infertility is long and constantly growing. Over the years, new medications have been developed, old ones have been replaced by better ones, and women who struggle to conceive are…
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There are several reasons women of child-bearing age may want to be familiar with their fertility window. For some, it is because they wish to practice natural family planning. While far less reliable than other methods of contraception, this is…
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In 1970, a group of women published a controversial book, "Our Bodies, Ourselves." It quickly became a revolutionary read since it explored women's sexuality, birth control, pregnancy and childbirth, menopause, and many other topics that were rarely discussed in print…
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects many girls/women of childbearing age. Though the exact cause of the disorder has not been identified, early diagnosis is possible as the first signs and symptoms of PCOS may develop…
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Perhaps you have heard about the concept of egg, or “oocyte”, freezing and have wondered if it’s right for you. Maybe you need more information about this treatment option and how it might benefit you or you and your spouse/partner.…
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