When embarking on the journey of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), one of the most significant steps is your first consultation with a fertility clinic. This meeting sets the tone for what can be a lengthy, complicated, and emotionally-charged process. It’s vital to feel comfortable with the team that will guide you through every step, as… Continue reading The Essential Questions to Ask (or Have Answered) During Your First IVF Consultation
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The Working Moms Guide to Building a Milk Stash
Navigating the world of breastfeeding while working can be a daunting task for many mothers. Finding ways to build a milk supply as a working mom can not only ease your mind but also ensure that your baby has access to the nutrition they need. Use this guide to explore effective pumping strategies, tips for… Continue reading The Working Moms Guide to Building a Milk Stash
Should You Take a Break Between IVF Cycles?
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) can be an emotional and physically taxing journey for many individuals and couples trying to conceive. After experiencing a failed IVF cycle, the question often arises: should you take a break before attempting another cycle? There are a ton of factors at play when you are attempting a second or even… Continue reading Should You Take a Break Between IVF Cycles?
How Positive Affirmations Impact Women’s Health
Often championed by athletes, entrepreneurs, and influencers on your favorite social media channel, the concept of positive affirmations are said to be behind many success stories. These simple statements are designed to create a positive mental attitude to combat negative thoughts or feelings stemming from stress, self-doubt, and negative self narratives. In fact, a number… Continue reading How Positive Affirmations Impact Women’s Health
Tips for Boosting Your Second Round of IVF for Success
Starting a second round of in vitro fertilization (IVF) can feel like embarking on a deeply emotional journey filled with hope and trepidation. As many couples grapple with the challenges of fertility, understanding how to prepare both emotionally and physically for the second round of IVF is crucial. This article will explore tips for boosting… Continue reading Tips for Boosting Your Second Round of IVF for Success
Understanding the Difference Between Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression
Becoming a parent is one of life’s most transformative experiences, filled with joy and love. However, it can also bring about a range of complex emotions. Many new mothers experience feelings of sadness or anxiety after childbirth, which are often referred to as “the baby blues.” While these feelings are common, they are not to… Continue reading Understanding the Difference Between Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression
A Holistic Approach to Boosting Fertility
As we approach the end of January, many are inspired to view this new year as an opportunity for fresh starts and healthier choices. For couples trying to conceive, it’s the perfect time to explore holistic approaches to increase fertility. This approach emphasizes the overall well-being of both partners, recognizing that mental, emotional, and physical… Continue reading A Holistic Approach to Boosting Fertility
Age-by-age guide to navigating reproductive health with lupus
Lupus can affect your reproductive health in a variety of ways throughout your life and can raise the risks of complications during pregnancy. Thanks to medical advances, the chances of having a safe pregnancy have improved — the key is careful planning. Check out this timeline of gynecological and reproductive health considerations when you have… Continue reading Age-by-age guide to navigating reproductive health with lupus
MS and Pregnancy – From our Partners at MotherToBaby for MS Awareness Month”
It’s MS Awareness Month, and this year, we’re focusing on how the condition affects pregnant women and their babies. Our partners at MotherToBaby recently shared an article that answers some of the questions that might come up for women who have MS and are thinking about having children. Check it out below… MS: The Diagnosis… Continue reading MS and Pregnancy – From our Partners at MotherToBaby for MS Awareness Month”
A Q&A with Mara Gaudette, MS, CGC, Teratogen Information Specialist, MotherToBaby
MotherToBaby, a service of the non-profit Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS), is dedicated to providing evidence-based information to mothers, healthcare professionals and the general public about medications and other exposures during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Check out our Q&A with Mara Gaudette, a certified genetic counselor with MotherToBaby in California. Mara also counsels women who… Continue reading A Q&A with Mara Gaudette, MS, CGC, Teratogen Information Specialist, MotherToBaby