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My IVF Cycle Failed…What’s Next?

Couples or individuals who suffer from infertility can turn to In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), a process where the woman’s egg is fertilized outside of the body, and then the fertilized embryo is implanted inside of the uterus. This procedure is not always successful. Some women have to try multiple IVF cycles before they can become … Read More

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Advantages and Disadvantages of IVF

In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) is a medical procedure that many couples and individuals turn to when they are facing fertility issues. In fact, 1 in 6 couples will need some form of fertility assistance in their life time. Whilst there are treatment options other than IVF, such as ovulation induction and intra uterine insemination, IVF … Read More

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The Effects of the Embryo Transfer Process

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) requires a woman to undergo the embryo transfer process in order to get pregnant. The embryo transfer procedure is not painful to most, and this step of the IVF procedure is often compared to a pap smear. Most patients do have discomfort and pain after the procedure has been done. The … Read More

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What is an Embryo Transfer?

The first successful embryo transfer procedure took place more than 25 years ago, but to-date, millions of children have been born as a result of the embryo transfer process. The embryo transfer process improves a woman’s chances of getting pregnant, but success is not guaranteed. A couple or individual has to complete the In Vitro … Read More

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How Many Times Can You Do IVF

Conceiving a child proves to be difficult for more than 40 percent of males, and 40 percent of females, in fact 1 in 6 couples have difficulty becoming pregnant. If you suffer from infertility, you still have options available. In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is one medical procedure that you can have to increase your chances … Read More

Success Rates of First Cycle of IVF

If you are needing to have In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) to start or extend your family, you should know a few facts and statistics about the procedure. It is important that you are not under the impression that IVF is guaranteed, because that, unfortunately is not the case. Each individuals situation is different. While there … Read More

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Infertility Statistics and Facts For Australian Couples

Sometimes, the simple dreams are the ones that mean the most to us and more often than not, the most frustrating dream is the dream that should have been the easiest one to make come true. Having a baby involves more than just wishing for one and wanting one. It is estimated that as many … Read More

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Can’t Get Pregnant? Here Are The IVF Basics

Women who have not been successful at getting pregnant can turn to In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), a method that can raise their chances of having a baby. With any type of medical procedure, there are issues, but with technology and testing, IVF has become more safe, and it is the option of choice for many … Read More

Detox With Dry Body Brushing

Dry body brushing is an inexpensive way to detoxify the body in less than 5 minutes a day.  It requires no special tools other than a long handled natural bristle body brush that can be purchased from your local health food store for a few dollars. Stimulates the lymphatic system to improve the elimination of … Read More