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The First Successful IVF Birth

For decades, In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) has been the preferred treatment for couples who suffer from infertility. There have been many successful IVF stories, all bringing happiness into the lives of those parents who once believed they would never have children of their own. Of all the success stories, there has to be the first; … Read More

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IVF and Adoption: Which Option is Best for Me?

You may be one of the many people around the world who is suffering from infertility. Some medical issue may be preventing you and your partner from conceiving, but you do not have to give up on your hopes of becoming a parent. There are various options available to you and your spouse. Two of … Read More

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4 Myths About In Vitro Fertilisation

One of the greatest phrases is: You cannot believe everything you hear. This statement applies to In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) too. You may be looking for a way to boost your IVF cycle’s success rate, but not every tip will work. While some statements made about IVF are factual, others are purely a myth. You … Read More

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Does Acupuncture Boost IVF Success Rates?

Many individuals believe that acupuncture helps boost the success rates for In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). Testing shows that women who have had acupuncture done during their IVF cycles have a higher success rate than those women who did not. Studies cannot confirm that acupuncture was the cause of these higher success rates, but many specialists … Read More

Fall Pregnant Naturally: 10 Facts To Consider

With rates of infertility affecting 1 in 6 couples there is no time like the present to polish up on one’s fertility knowledge and learn as much as you can about increasing the chances of falling pregnant naturally. 1. Dispel any information given to you by friends and family members with good intentions. Like many … Read More

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Travelling for IVF Treatment

Finding the best clinic to perform your In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) treatment is a crucial factor in determining your success rate. You want to choose a clinic and group of doctors that have a high success rate with IVF. There is no rule stating you have to stay within a certain kilometer radius of your … Read More

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IVF Success Rates with an Egg Donor

When you are faced with infertility issues, or your In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) cycle has failed in the past, you can choose to have eggs donated to you. You have the option to find your own donor – a family member or friend – for the IVF procedure, or a clinic can help you with … Read More

Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome

Ovarian Hyper Stimulation Syndrome (OHSS) is a potentially serious complication of fertility treatments where the ovary is artificially stimulated. It occurs in about 5% of all IVF treatment cycles, and is severe in about 1% of all cycles. It generally begins to cause problems about 4 or 5 days after the egg pick up procedure … Read More

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In Vitro Fertilisation vs. Artificial Insemination

There are various reasons why you may choose to have artificial insemination or In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF). Some of those reasons are: You Have Infertility Problems Same-sex Couple wanting Biological Children Want to Have Children Without a Partner Regardless of which reason describes your situation, there are options available for you to have the child … Read More

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Cleavage Versus Blastocyst Transfer – Which Is For You?

Cleavage Stage Transfer refers to the transfer of an embryo back into the uterus on Days 2 or 3 (Day 1 is the day of fertilisation). Generally, at this stage of development the embryo will exhibit distinct cells within the embryo, usually 2-4 cells on day 2 and 6-8 cells on day 3 (see images … Read More