Fertility is a topic that touches many lives, yet it often remains shrouded in misconceptions and uncertainties. Understanding fertility challenges and the available treatments is crucial for individuals and couples navigating this complex journey. In this comprehensive guide, we address frequently asked questions and explore the options available to those facing fertility issues. What is […]
People choose to freeze their eggs for many reasons, but what links all these reasons is the desire, need or choice to have children at a later date. While egg freezing does not guarantee a successful pregnancy, egg freezing success rates are improving with advancing technology meaning that it gives a very viable option for […]
Prepare your body for pregnancy with our comprehensive guide! Whether you’re just starting your journey to parenthood or actively trying to conceive, there are important steps you and your partner can take to increase your chances of having a healthy baby.
Fertility, your questions answered.
Got questions about IVF? We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions and their answers to help guide the start of your journey.
Growing a family is typically an exciting time for most couples. When Sasha and I decided to begin our journey to motherhood, we knew we wanted to do Reciprocal IVF.
If you are just starting to look into having fertility treatment, the options available may seem a little overwhelming at first. If you’ve done a Google search, you may have found many unfamiliar terms and abbreviations and not known where to start.
The simple answer to this is, the earlier the better.
Lots of us spend many years taking steps to avoid falling pregnant, yet when we do start trying for a baby, it can be harder to conceive than we think. On average, it takes 6-8 months to become pregnant, when actively trying, so although some couples conceive straightaway, for others, it may take a year or longer. Knowing more about ovulation, for example when it happens, the physical signs and how to track your cycle, can give you an edge and help you to conceive sooner.
Some people are diagnosed in their teens or twenties, with conditions such as endometriosis or polycystic ovary syndrome. This gives them a heads up that when they want to start a family, they may have issues with their fertility.
Here at The IVF Network, we understand that mixture of relief and hope, that can sometimes, sadly, turn to feelings of loss and sadness. We explore what help and support are available to you after the loss of a baby, especially if you want to try to conceive again.
While you cannot improve the quality or increase the quantity of your eggs, you can take measures to preserve and protect them in the best way possible, in order to give yourself the best chance of conceiving.
