Pregnancy rates climb with fertility drug Clomid
January 8, 2010 by Cindy Ferda · 7 Comments
To combat infertility, many women are turning to clomiphene citrate as their first course of action. Sold under the brand name Serophene or Clomid, it is the most commonly prescribed medication for women with ovulation issues, PCO (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and/or luteal phase defects, however it does not work for women with blocked fallopian tubes.
January 8, 2010 | Read the story »
Lowering the risks of neural tube defects during pregnancy
January 2, 2010 by Cindy Ferda · 2 Comments
Neural tube defects (NTD) like spina bifida and anencephaly are one of the most common birth defects today. Affecting the brain and spinal cord of a fetus, this can occur before a woman even realizes she is pregnant.
January 2, 2010 | Read the story »
Prenatal vitamins essential to get pregnant
December 20, 2009 by Cindy Ferda · 7 Comments
Prenatal vitamins are an essential part of the equation for pregnant women and those attempting to conceive. Maintaining proper levels of folic acid, calcium and iron as well as many other nutrients while carrying a fetus will provide the best possible health results for a baby and mother prior to delivery.
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Secrets of conception
December 16, 2009 by Cindy Ferda · 9 Comments
Whether you are 25 or 45, conceiving a baby can often be challenging for many couples. Medical professionals, fertility experts and women who have successfully conceived offer the following advice.
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Ovulation and getting pregnant
February 8, 2009 by Cindy Ferda · 6 Comments
Predicting ovulation can be a daunting monthly task for those trying to conceive a baby. Time constraints, work and family obligations may negate the opportunity and desire for sexual intercourse on a daily basis.
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20 strategies for getting pregnant (Part 1)
January 27, 2009 by Cindy Ferda · 10 Comments
Each year, millions of women delve into the world of baby-making to begin their journey of fulfilling their dreams of having a family.
Today, with more women in the workforce than ever before, women are waiting longer to begin their families, thus it is becoming increasingly difficult for some women to conceive due to their advanced age.
January 27, 2009 | Read the story »
Sperm and the zinc-folic factor
January 12, 2009 by Cindy Ferda · Leave a Comment
Recent studies indicate zinc supplements along with folic acid may increase sperm count and improve sperm motility in some men.
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Pregnancy hazards in the workplace
December 7, 2008 by Cindy Ferda · 1 Comment
For the millions of working women across the globe who are trying to get pregnant each year, it is imperative they know their workplace.
In recent findings by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, women make up 46% (sixty-seven million) of the workforce in the United States alone, and of these women there is a sizeable amount each year that are already pregnant or trying to conceive.
December 7, 2008 | Read the story »
Success rate of in vitro fertilization (IVF)
December 6, 2008 by Cindy Ferda · 1 Comment
For many women, the “baby quest” can be an emotionally daunting and costly experience, devoting many years and big bucks to the cause.
According to the most recent National Summary and Fertility Clinic Report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about 12% of women of childbearing age in the United States have used an infertility service and the percentage of women who give birth using an infertility aid each year is steadily climbing.
December 6, 2008 | Read the story »
Click here to view Fetal development from Conception to Birth
November 30, 2008 by Cindy Ferda · 2 Comments
The journey of life. Click here to view the various stages of fetal development from conception to birth.
November 30, 2008 | Read the story »
