Male Fertility factor – What is a varicocele?
In the UK 25% of fertility problems are due to male factor alone. There are many reasons for male infertility and not always are these causes clear. However we do know that the following can cause male infertility: • Hormone imbalance, such as hypogonadism (reduced...
Low Sperm Count - what this means for you and your partner
A low sperm count can make it more difficult to conceive naturally, although depending on the degree the sperm is effected, it may still be possible to conceive. Male factor infertility is very common and is the cause of difficulty in...
IVF Add-ons - Are they worth the expense?
Should you consider IVF Add-ons? Fertility problems affect one in seven couples in the UK. Many of these couples go on to seek assisted conception. However there is increasing concern that many of the additional treatments and services, often...
Should I take time off work after embryo transfer?
Whether or not to take some time off work following embryo transfer is a question I get asked a great deal. Some women feel that they would like to take a week or two off to rest and some feel that if they stayed at home they would be going...
Which Fertility App or Monitor should you use and do they really work?
With advancing technology, we have come to rely on Apps for many things in our lives, be it shopping, music or social media and now even Apps for your fertility! Recently there has been a great deal of media attention surrounding the benefits of Apps and Monitors for...
Diminished Ovarian Reserve – what this means for you
Receiving a diagnosis of diminished ovarian reserve (or low ovarian reserve) can be devastating. You will undoubtedly have concerns as to what this means for you and ultimately whether or not you’ll be able to conceive. But what does this...
Finding Your Perfect Match - Essential oils for Fertility
There seems to be an infinite amount of information about essential oils for fertility on line, making all manner of claims. Some information is accurate, some is helpful, some is not based on reliable research; some is fuelled by sales....
IVF and relationships
IVF and Relationships - How to navigate your fertility journey in one piece. How do you keep your relationship strong when you are going through the emotional turmoil that is IVF? After 5 gruelling years of trying to conceive both...
Fertility Abbreviations - the TTC’s, Bd’s and CM’s - lol!
Fertility abbreviations - what do they really mean! Trying to conceive is a very unpredictable and scary time. These days you can access a great deal of vital support and information online through support groups and forums. However sometimes...