Fertility Info

One of the hardest aspects of managing infertility is the sense that you and your partner are the only ones battling to get pregnant. Telling your infertility stories might be just what you need. Tricycles on the lawn, ‘twins on board’ stickers in the back window of the minivan – it’s easy to figure out who has children! When a couple doesn’t have children, unless you know them well, you may never know whether it’s by choice or not. Previously (as in before the world wide web) you would only find support groups in which to relate your infertility stories in big cities. Moerover, infertility was perceived as socially unacceptable and even shameful. Because of the increased availability of the World Wide Web you can now experience both a cyber support group and a real life support group, and you’ll be able to find out just how common childlessness is.

Infertility stories of every shape and size are pretty simple to find on the Internet. You may read stories about couples who have finally had a child after repeated miscarriages, couples who have gone through IVF or similar fertility treatments, couples who have opted to use a donated sperm, womb or egg, couples who have given birth to twins (or more) because of fertility treatments and couples who have decided to adopt. You are sure to find something at least a bit similar to your situation! The story that made my eyes all misty was the one about a lady who donated an overy to her identical twin sister so she could get pregnant! Identical DNA, same basic building blocks for the eggs, no risk of rejection! I know that it could mean a risk of earlier menopause for the twin who gave her ovary, but if I remember correctly, she had already had her babies so she was delighted to help! I get all emotional just thinking about it.

On the other hand, I’m not sure if reading or listening to a heap of infertility stories is that helpful. You could get depressed hearing a whole heap of happily-ever-after stories when you don’t seem to be having any success at all, although in all fairness the stories might also help you. My humble view would be that while it’s a good idea to be part of an actual real-life support group while you read those infertility stories, because you could do with care that is particularly geared for your circumstances, and you also could do with a chance to tell your own infertility story. You can give the excuse that there aren’t any infertility support groups in your neighborhood, but have you thought of creating one? Other couples in the district might benefit from having a place to share their infertility stories. Your GP might be able to refer couples to you if you aren’t already aware of other couples struggling with childlessness. You don’t have to be a trained therapist; all you need is an ear and a shoulder – a shoulder to cry on and an ear to listen, and perhaps a teapot too.

It is crucial to have the chance to to tell your infertility stories, and to listen to the stories of other couples too. As I said previously, perhaps you should consider of starting one yourself. Sharing your infertility stories and realizing that you aren’t alone might go far in helping you manange.

Here is more information on Infertility Stress. Here is a website with a free mini-course dedicated to Infertility.

You could be on the point of seeing the doctor hoping to find out why you and your partner haven’t been able to have a baby even though you’ve been trying for almost a year. Maybe it seems easier to go on in the bliss of ignorance for a little longer. Anyhow, with this list of what you and your partner can anticipate at your first fertility consultation you have no reason to procrastinate any longer.

This is what the doctor will want to ask about.

• At what age did you start puberty? For the women, even though you would probably like to forget that day, you must try and recall when your periods started. Delayed or premature puberty may be indications of a problem.
• Any health issues you have at the moment or that you have had in the past are important. That includes childhood illnesses such as mumps, diabetes, acne – anything! The sickness itself or even the medication for the illness could influence your fertility negatively.
• Have you ever had any surgery at all? Tooth extractions, appendectomy, tonsillectomy – again, anything!
• Any chronic medication (prescription or not)? Ever taken chronic medication previously? Try to recall any supplements or vitamins as well.
• At what age did you lose your virginity? Have you been with many sexual partners? Ever been infected with any STDs? STDs could bring about infertility and if girls become sexually active before 18 years old their cervical wellbeing can also be affected.

For the ladies:

• Women only: How is your menstruation? Predictable or unpredictable? Long or not? Very heavy or rather light bleeding? Severe cramps?
• On average how many times a week do you do the baby dance? It’s clear that not doing it often enough can be a problem, but doing it too frequently can reduce the quantity of sperm.
• How does your sexual intercourse correlate with the woman’s fertile times? This is to confirm that you are having sex close to or during ovulation.
• Have you already had a baby or become pregnant before? It sounds like an odd thing to ask but from time to time couples do battle the second time around. Also, a history of miscarriages might also suggest a problem.
• What intimacy enhancing products (i.e. lubricant or vibrators) do you make use of? (If any.) Some lubricants are hostile to sperm – hence the awkward questions.
• Do you or your partner have any sexual problems? Failure to reach orgasm? Vaginal dryness? Discomfort? Problems getting an erection? Yup, it becomes rather delicate – but your doctor needs to know everything to make a precise diagnosis.

You may not be feeling too stable after such a grilling, but your specialist will also want to know how you are coping psychologically. Keep in mind though, now is not the occasion to be shy, if you haven’t revealed all of these with your partner in the past, it could be a wise idea to share before you get to the specialist so that there are no painful surprises in the doctor’s room!

Your doctor will probably also do a thorough physical examination, which includes an internal for the ladies. It might seem like a huge amount all at once, but it’s a good idea to try and remember that the specialist only wants to help, and that internal exams are part of the process. Trust me, when you are in labor at some point you’ll be begging for an internal so you can get an idea of how much longer you have to go!

When he (or she) has given you a thorough inspection you may need some infertility tests. This can include ultrasound scanning, tests to check for STDs, blood tests, pap smear for the woman and semen analysis for the man. Any ‘plumbing problems’ on the woman’s side can be checked via hysterosalpingogram or laparoscopy – if it gets to that.

That wasn’t too bad was it? It was? I understand that having an virtual stranger ask you intimate facts about your sexual and medical life history is a nightmare, not to mention the various pokings and proddings as well. Just keep in mind that this is to help you conceive – and believe me when that tiny hand folds itself over your finger one day, this will all feel very small in comparison.

Here is more information on Infertility Costs. Here is a website with a free mini-course dedicated to Infertility.

If you’re battling with money you may like to consider participating in infertility trials. Take care to do your research so you don’t end up wasting your time.

You can check on the ‘net for organizations (like the Center for Human Reproduction) who are calling for participants.

• To begin with you’ll need to meet the requirements for the trials. For example they could be looking for Icelandic women married to Latino men shorter than themselves, who live in France and breed Burmese cats. Ensure who is allowed to participate before you begin filling in forms and getting your expectations up! Your doctor understands your circumstances best so check things with him or her too.

• Confirm that you understand what the study aims to accomplish. If the researchers just require facts and figures then it might not be of direct help to you, but they might also be putting forward cutting edge treatments which aren’t yet commonly available.

• What research techniques are they applying? You may be given a placebo in which case you may not benefit at all. They need to do that because sometimes people get better merely due to the fact that they expect that the medication will help, so you need to use placebos (dummy medicine) to confirm that it is the medication working.

• Make sure you know what the costs are, if any. A few trials are completely funded so you might not be required to pay anything above your transport expenses to and from the clinic. Each trial is different, so verify costs before you get involved.

• What are the potential dangers? Make sure that you know precisely what the risks are and talk about them with your partner. Understand that there is no guarantee that the medication will work, but nevertheless, there is a chance that they may. You’ll have to choose.

Taking advantage of the newest expertise, which may offer possibilities that weren’t accessible before, and helping other couples battling with infertility sounds like a win-win situation. When taking part in infertility trials you ought to take care that you have done your homework.

Here is more information on Infertility Cost. Here is a website with a free mini-course dedicated to Infertility.

Somewhere between the joyful expectation of a productive pregnancy and the start of, generally, the sixth week your body reminded you that this condition has an unwelcome cost, morning sickness.

The totally unwelcomed misery of vomiting, queeziness and constant nausea is becoming too frequent, and you wonder if they will ever stop.

Well, they might, but generally they can be expected to last through the first trimester.You thought it impossible? Understandable, but this would be pretty average.

Average, however, is a weighted mean which means that there are people whose experiences fell on both sides; more as well as less. ”More” could be a little or a lot, and if so could potentially threaten the health of the mother as well as the child to be.

Besides pregnancy itself, no-one really knows what the direct cause of morning sickness is. There isn’t even a single cure to morning sickness that works for everyone. Many ideas have been presented. Some believe that it may have a genetic concomitant, others that it is related to certain hormones released during pregnancy. It just isn’t known for sure. But whatever it is right now isn’t as important to those suffering from morning sickness as some good information on ways to find a cure to morning sickness, or the very least minimizing it as much as possible. And this can be done.

Keeping yourself well hydrated, for example, is very important in combating morning sickness.When feeling nauseous your appetite is bound to decrease and thus the concern for whether you are eating enough for you and the baby arises. Unless this continues for many months, it will not become an issue to be very concerned about. Normally, the condition will subside at least to the point where your appetite will return. But in cases where that does not happen and severe vomiting lasts well into the pregnancy, there appears to be a link to a greater risk of preterm birth, low birth weight and small newborns (for their gestational ages).

Fortunately, these conditions are generally treatable. Even should it be necessary to be hospitalized with them, the majority of the expectant mothers will be able to achieve their 15 lbs. of body weight and produce normal sized offspring.”

Of course, before approaching the idea of eliminating morning sickness, it is necessary to determine that that is what you are suffering.It’s not a joke but there are actually many sicknesses, many of them more serious, which have similar symptoms and you want to know that before continuing on the supposition that you are suffering from morning sickness.

Symptoms could easily mimic liver and gastro-intestinal disorders including ulcers, appendicitis and food poisoning. There is also the possibility of migraine headaches or metabolic disorders such as hyperthyroidism, diabetic ketoacidosis, or Addison disease.

Another is preedampsia. This is a bad one, extremely toxic and can occur late in a woman’s pregnancy.Some of the serious symptoms of this are visual problems, high blood pressure, albumin in your urine and fluid build up.

What is important to understand here is that assumption can be dangerous and gaining certaint is crucial. First, go to your doctor and confirm that is what it isAfterwards, you will be able to successfully deal with it.

And there are some excellent ways to do that. Some wonderful sources to end morning sickness are available and deserve your serious consideration.

Check them out and be smart about what you decide.Perhaps all that is needed is acupressure or Yoga to solve your problem. Sometimes it could be a lot more involved.

One way or the other your cure to morning sickness is out there, you do not have to suffer.

Have heart, take good care of yourself, don’t settle for feeling sick, and have a wonderful pregnancy. You deserve it!.

Not being able to have a child of your own is not an easy thing to deal with. You might have gone for counseling at some point and thought you were comfortable with it. Then come those occasions where everyone turns up with their children and somehow you seem to stand out from the crowd and it begins to trouble you again.

You will be able to find some really inspirational messages relating to your situation from any of these: inspirational words words of encouragement quotes scriptures for encouragement

The first thing that I will say to you is that in every condition there is always hope but to find hope you must first accept the fact you are facing , that you might not be able to have children of your own . You should be able to get to a point where you can talk about it openly and without fear, after all it wasn’t a choice that you made to be infertile was it. There is still a chance at being happy just don’t use having children as a way of defining your happiness.

Probably you might have gotten to a point where you were able to accept it but your spouse has never really gotten used to the idea that he cant have children with you and that’s what’s probably troubling you the most. The situation calls for understanding from both parties and you should be willing to see each other’s points of view.

having gone through the same experience myself I know there is no easy answer or solution to the problem. It calls for patience and understanding by both you and your spouse. If you are ever going to talk about this subject try avoiding the house set up or environment. Try somewhere where the both of you will be able to relax and feel at ease.

you can access sites that offer words of encouragement and possibly link you with other people in a similat situation. They have helped me cope with my own situation and I’m sure they will work for you too.

Currently there is no prescription product on the market to help women who suffer from a low libido, hard to believe in sthis exually charged world.While men have alternatives including Viagra, Cialis, Levitra and new options are being developed.How is a woman to resist her low libido?First it may be beneficial to understand the underlying symptoms as well as treatment alternatives.  Let’s break it down:

• Leading causes of low libido
  • Hormonal
  • Psychological
  • Relationships
  • Diet

• Treatment Options
  • Hormone therapies
  • Lifestyle changes
  • Relationship changes

According to a 1999 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association 43 percent of all women report some sexual dysfunction ranging from lack of orgasm or no desire for sex at all.While many studies have examined the effects of testosterone — a hormone that rules sex drive in both men and women – on women’s libido, it has not proved to have all the answers.The reason being that with men sexual dysfunction is directly tied to erection, while for women a lack of sexual desire is far more complicated and entwined with many different aspects of her life.

The bottom line is – there is good news for women.Libido and arousal can ultimately be restored.Since the reasons for low libido may be numerous let’s examine the foundation.

There are a number of steps a woman can take to help restore her sex drive.While all natural supplements are available to be had in helping the process along she should be open to a taking a number of steps to contribute to re-establishing her libido.

Restoring libido – try these options:

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  • Hormone therapies
    • Adjust medication choices and dosages.Have a conversation with your medical doctor regarding any prescription drugs and review which options are best for you.
    • Hormone therapies including estrogen and testosterone replacement therapies may help facilitate with vaginal dryness and can increase blood flow to the vagina to help improve desire. Testosterone therapy is another consideration for postmenopausal women who are currently taking estrogen yet have a decreased sex drive with no other identifiable causes.

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  • Lifestyle changes
    • Exercise more – get those endorphins going
      • Strengthening the pelvic muscles will also enhance your sexual experience
    • Reduce stress – find better ways to cope and take the edge off
    • Add joy and happiness – discover little ways to add enjoyment to your day

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  • Relationship changes
    • Build intimacy – do things together, alone without kids or other guests
    • Be open about what arouses you
    • Share chores so you are not overwhelmed
    • Take steps to make you “feel” more sexy
    • Seek counseling if necessary
    • Spice up your sex life with new locations, positions, different times during the day or night
    • Make time for intimacy – have a date night!

Lastly, add an aphrodisiac.There are many all natural products available on the market designed with ingredients that have long histories with increasing sexual desire.  Labidoral is a combination of Tribulus Terrestris, Panax Ginseng, Catuaba and a proprietary blend to help promote a woman’s sexual desire, enhance orgasms and enhance natural lubrication.

* Tribulus Terrestris is a plant known as a natural testosterone enhancer

* Panax Ginseng  stimulates both physical and mental activity, and has a positive effect on the sex glands

* Catuaba Bark Extract has a long history in herbal medicine as an aphrodisiac, indigenous Indians in Brazil have used it for generations

Labidorol’s ingredients are of superior quality and extraction process of the herbs when compared to other female sex enhancers on the market. Labidorol is promoted to increase your sexual performance safely, immediately and effectively.

There are a variety of myths about sex and pregnancy, from misconceptions about sexual positions to what actually kills sperm. Many people think that even without a condom, there are ways they can avoid becoming pregnant, or that they might become pregnant without even having sex; some of these ideas are true, some partially so, and others totally false. Keep reading if you want to get the real information on these concerns.Always check with your Dr if you have symptoms of pregnancy or pregnancy questions.

Common concerns

What if I’m on my period?It is possible to become pregnant; within the vagina, sperm can live as many as seven days, especially if there is fertile cervial fluid present.

What if I didn’t orgasm?While the increased blood flow and lubrication associated with orgasm might make you think it can increase your fertility, it is only a physical response to stimulation – sperm can still travel through the vagina without one.There is no relationship between orgasm and ovulation; if one did cause the other, then you couldn’t even have your period without having an orgasm first. You had better always call in your medical supplier whenever you have weight gain during pregnancy.

What if we did it with me on top? Gravity has nothing to do with sperm being able to travel through the vagina and reach your fertile egg.Even if the woman is on top, as long as the male ejaculates within or near the vagina, pregnancy can occur.

Does being a virgin matter?It is irrelevant if it was your first time – even if your hymen was intact – it is still possible to become pregnant.As long as there is a fertile egg and sperm can gain access to it – you can get pregnant.

And if the sperm was exposed to air?Sperm is not killed by simple exposure to air; what sperm require is to be kept moist.Sperm can survive as long as it is moist, even if it is not inside the body, as what kills the sperm cells is not air in and of itself; rather, it is becoming dry.

What if there is sperm in the pool or hot tub?The possibility of ejaculate being present in a pool or hot tub is a concern for some women trying to avoid pregnancy.Here, there is no reason for you to worry, as the chlorine in a pool and the temperature of a hot tub will immediately kill any sperm cells.

What if we have sex in a hot tub, pool, shower, etc.? YES.Being in water is not relevant here – if you have penetration, the sperm can easily reach the egg, just the same as having intercourse outside the water.

How can I avoid becoming pregnant?

If you are trying not to get pregnant, keep in mind this guideline: no sexual activity that leads to ejaculate coming into contact with the woman’s body, from the bellybutton to the thighs.You must remember that, whether inside or outside the vagina, sperm can still survive for several days.

Probably the simplest and best thing you can do, if you want to both be free of worry about becoming pregnant AND enjoy a varied, full sexual experience, is to use protection (condoms) and/or another form of birth control.

Always contact you MD for any medical advise this is for entertainment only!

At the early stages of a woman’s pregnancy, there are normal signs that she could undergo. If you believe that you are pregnant and associate with these physical and emotional indications, it is imperative that you confer with a doctor and begin with the prenatal care right away.

Evidently, one indication that you are pregnant is if you missed your monthly period. In fact, you might be already pregnant by the time you become aware of this. Feverish, weariness, throbbing headaches, bleeding, temper tantrums, nausea, engorged breasts, repeated urination, weird changes in your appetite are other primary signs of pregnancy that occur preceding a missed period and several of these are the same as PMS. Warn your general practitioner if you have any early signs of pregnancy or weight gain pregnancy.

You could undergo tiredness, swollen breasts, headaches, fever and grumpiness a few weeks into your pregnancy. Sooner or later, the areolas will darken then the primary symptoms of pregnancy will vanish. In the early stages of pregnancy, several women object to tiredness but will be bouncy again in the late stages. It is not easy to have drastic changes in moods in the early stages of your pregnancy. You can experience elation, despair and misery all at the same time. The grumpiness resembles Premenstrual Syndrome.

Other initial indications of pregnancy like recurrent urination, morning sickness and vomiting, and bizarre food cravings or changes in appetite start when you are about 2-3 weeks pregnant. Nonetheless, from time to time they take place when you are around three to four weeks into your pregnancy. A couple of weeks after conception, as the fertilized egg implants itself on the uterine wall, implantation bleeding may come about.

Not many women do not experience a missed period in the early stages of pregnancy. During the first weeks of pregnancy, it is either normal or abnormal when you get your period. It is considered abnormal if you have a shortened period, spotting and if your period is lighter than normal. You naturally have to consult a physician if bleeding materializes while you’re pregnant. Warn your general practitioner if you have any pregnancy constipation.

If you experience some of these indications then it is likely that you are already pregnant so take a pregnancy test right away. You can buy urine test and blood test over the counter. These tests, which can be performed by doctors, can distinguish the level of human chorionic gonadotropin or HCG in your system. In less than a week of pregnancy, a hormone called HCG is unleashed by the developing placenta and begins to exhibit in the blood. 7 days after you missed your period, you can take a urine test to determine HCG in your urine. Seven days after you ovulate, take a blood test that are 99% precise to detect HCG in your blood.

For both you and your baby, it is imperative to start with prenatal care the very instant you learn that you’re pregnant. The minute you go through any of the early symptoms then you must take a test. If you sense beyond doubt that you are pregnant then you ought to take a test. If the outcome is positive, see a doctor immediately to confirm the test.

*This may not be used as medical advice always consult your doctor*

The desire of conceiving a baby girl is a popular topic among couples who wants a girl in the family. Some married couples find ways on how to get pregnant fast and easy. Artificial insemination is used as one of the medical procedures. Unfortunately, only a few couples use the said procedure because it is too expensive.

Medical procedures like artificial insemination are taken seriously by married couples in order to produce a child. Unfortunately, not all couples can pay for all the expenses by this kind of medical procedure.

Artificial insemination is the process in which the sperm is put in a reproductive tract of the female for impregnation purposes. This method is used in exchange with making love. In humans, it is a method to treat infertility using sperm from the male, or it can be a sperm from a sperm donor if the male partner produces no sperm.

Surgery is too expensive. That is why more couples are using natural techniques that are limited to their budgets. Luckily, there are now ways to conceive successfully without the use of costly treatments.

The following are the 3 tips on how to get pregnant without the use of expensive infertility treatments

Sexual intercourse is needed before ovulation period.

One of the most effective techniques on how to get pregnant is to time your sexual intercourse prior to ovulation. The male sperm will stay inside the body of woman for few days until ready to be fertilized.Prediction kits are invaluable things to have and those that are using saliva are said to be more accurate.

Ph Levels should be monitored

The sperm that carries the female gene can survive in acidic environment. On the other hand, sperm would not even stand a chance. Using vaginal test strips while increasing the pH levels are advantageous. Also, it helps more by taking foods rich in magnesium and calcium.

Shallow penetration positions when making love is advisable

Making love with shallow penetration is advisable. This can be done when the male partner ejaculate while in a shallow penetration position. The entrance area to the female's vagina is naturally more acidic which is then good for the woman.

Missionary position technique work best in depositing the sperm closest to the entrance in addition to the woman lying on her side.

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 WHAT IS PMS? 

For a lot of women, the time before menstruation may be filled with intense physical and emotional discomfort initiated by chemical-hormonal changes in the body. However, the cause of this condition deserves further investigation.

PreMenstrual Syndrome (PMS) symptoms can be dreadfully disturbing. But, they can be balanced and corrected. In fact, with an adept master herbalist, who has a long established practice in Chinese medicine, most PMS conditions can quickly be resolved, get at the root concern while providing a natural solution. It is reasonable to expect initial relief within 2 hours unless the individual has a long term illness. With chronic situations, a realistic expectation would be 45-90 days.

PMS Imbalances fall into three categories:

1. Mild Menstrual symptoms – symptoms do not interfere with daily activities.
2. Moderate Premenstrual symptoms – symptoms obviously disrupt daily function.
3. Severe Premenstrual Imbalance – extreme symptoms which interrupt
   many activities of daily living (ADL).

Click here for more PreMenstrual Syndrome information.The actual condition is the result of blood pollution and coagulation or toxic clogging. Probably, since the internal organs have become stressed, the liver ceases to filter the blood while the spleen doesn’t have the energy to move the blood as usual. Any stressors or life excesses may upset them easily. The above link goes to solutions that reverse this stress and aging process.

Additional PMS FACTS 

• Scientific research has not determined the specific cause of PMS. Nevertheless, PMS is considered to be linked to both hormonal and neuro-psychological factors. The common element between the factors is the blood and its quality.
• {PMS is most prevalent among women in their late 20s to early 40s, with at least one child, or with a past history of either postpartum depression or an emotional disorder}.
• Pre-Menstrual Syndrome, during the child-rearing years, effects an estimated 75% of the female population.
• 5 – 7% of women have been determined to suffer from severe PMS.
• As many as 50 – 60% of women with severe PMS also suffer from a mood disorder, such as depression, anxiety, compulsive behaviors, insomnia, and migraines.
• PMS can affect women with normal monthly cycles.
• PMS may happen in women with normal progesterone and estrogen levels.