Going Holistic: A Holistic Approach to Fertility
by Julia Indichova For me, an important aspect of a holistic perspective on any health or life challenge, is the notion of transforming crisis into opportunity — One way or another. Eight years ago...
View ArticleCrisis as Opportunity
by Julia Indichova Nine years ago, when my gynecologist informed me that an FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) level of forty-two, signaled the end of my childbearing years, I did not think of the...
View ArticleOn Good Eggs, FSH levels and Ovarian Reserve: the Egg Factor
by David Bruce Sable, M.D. The concept I describe most frequently to anyone interested in fertility is that of ovarian reserve or the “egg factor.” As of this writing we are quite capable of bypassing...
View ArticleEmotional Aspects of Infertility
Infertility is without a doubt a life altering experience. From your self esteem, to your plans and dreams for the future, relationships with friends, family and even your spouse can all be affected....
View ArticleThe Formula for Male Fertility
by Mark Perloe M.D. and Linda Gail Christie The day that Michael T. heard that he had no sperm in his semen, he almost stormed out of my office. Hearing the news didn’t do much for Shelley either: “A...
View ArticleInfertility: Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is infertility? A. Infertility is defined as the inability to conceive a child despite trying for one year. The condition affects about 5.3 million Americans, or 9 percent of the reproductive...
View ArticleOvercoming Infertility
by Tamar Nordenberg Myth or fact: If a couple is having trouble conceiving a child, the man should try wearing loose underwear? That’s a fact, according to a study on “Tight-fitting Underwear and Sperm...
View ArticleFact Sheet: In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Infertility affects 6.1 million American women and their partners, about 10% of the reproductive age population. Infertility is a disease of the reproductive system that affects the male or female...
View ArticleFeeling Frisky? Herbs for Fertility
by Susan S. Weed For thousands of years knowledge of the herbs and wild plants that could increase fertility were the secrets of the village wise women. But after the holocaust against European Wise...
View ArticleOvulation Myths Busted
There are many misconceptions about ovulation. (pun intended) And of course there are some women whose problem is that they become pregnant too easily. For those who do not. Here is some information...
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