Pregnancy rates climb with fertility drug Clomid

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

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 »

Secrets of conception

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.

December 16, 2009 | Read the story »

Ovulation and getting pregnant

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.

February 8, 2009 | Read the story »

20 strategies for getting pregnant (Part 1)

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

Recent studies indicate zinc supplements along with folic acid may increase sperm count and improve sperm motility in some men.

January 12, 2009 | Read the story »

Success rate of in vitro fertilization (IVF)

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 »

Get Pregnant. Where do you stand statistically?

Recent studies indicate a healthy woman under the age of 35 who has unprotected intercourse on average of twice a week for three months has a 57% chance of conceiving a baby.

Six months of exposure will bring results on average of 72% while one year of baby-making will bring the number to approximately 85% and two years of trying to conceive reaches near 93%. If you are over 35, simply divide the above numbers in half. These are still great numbers!

October 26, 2008 | Read the story »

Early signs of pregnancy

The waiting period between periods each month can wreak havoc on a woman’s emotional well-being. This is the time when it is too early to take a pregnancy test and a visit to the doctor will not even guarantee accurate results.

So, what is a woman to do?

The following is a compilation of classic early signs of pregnancy that may give women trying to conceive a little insight on the subject.

October 8, 2008 | Read the story »

Pregnant women should lower ‘sushi’ intake due to mercury toxins

According to joint guidelines issued from both the FDA and the EPA, women of child-bearing years trying to conceive or pregnant should limit their fish intake to no more than two servings a week in order to protect the unborn child from potential brain damaging mercury.

September 30, 2008 | Read the story »

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