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Back from Retrieval!

Had my egg retrieval at 11:30 this morning, and it went really well. I'm a bit sore now, but haven't...

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Introducing Myself...Kinda.

Hi Girls! I just wanted to Re-Introduce myself here since Im now WTTC :D Most of you know me but the...

Trying to Conceive with Medical Assistance

Finally starting treatment this cycle!!!!! Yahoo, we are TTC again!

I am so excited!! We stopped TTC back in August after my third miscarriage while be waiting to see a...

Trying to Conceive With PCOS

My miracle herbal answer!

Hi Ladies! I too have PCOS and had a terrible time TTC my first. I just wanted to pop in and share...

Trying to Conceive Your First Child

Last night I POAS at CD22 - OMG!

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Natural Cycle IVF

For women who are struggling with infertility, in vitro fertilization (IVF) can be both a blessing and a curse. » Read more

HCG Trigger Shot

The hCG trigger shot contains a synthetic form of the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin.  There are several brand names for the hCG trigger shot including Ovidrel, Profasi, Pregnyl, and Novarel.  » Read more

Can an Abortion Cause Infertility?

 While there are many controversial elements to the abortion issue, from a strictly clinical point of view, an abortion performed by a medical professional under proper sanitary conditions is a safe and straightforward procedure, especially if done during the early weeks of a pregnancy. » Read more

3 Fertility Alternatives to consider Before You Turn to IVF

When a couple begins exploring infertility treatments, many people immediately think about trying in vitro fertilization (IVF), which is the best known of the currently available assisted reproduction technologies (ART). But there are other, less well known ART methods that might offer viable fertility alternatives to IVF. Here’s an introduction to several: » Read more

Clomid and Ovulation Tests

Clomid is a popular fertility medication used to induce ovulation.  Clomid helps a woman to ovulate by tricking her brain into making more of the hormones FSH and LH.  Since LH is the hormone that ovulation tests detect, taking Clomid can cause a false positive result on an ovulation test. » Read more

Clomid and Ovulation: Is Clomid Right for You?

Clomiphene citrate, also known by its brand names Clomid and Serophene, is a drug you have probably heard about. You may be curious how Clomid works and when you might need to take Clomid. Clomid is a fertility drug used to induce ovulation. It is the most commonly prescribed fertility drug. » Read more

When To See A Fertility Specialist

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What To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant

Let's face it, getting pregnant is not always as easy as it sounds. As many stories as you have heard about unplanned pregnancies, getting pregnant should be easy right? You learned sex ed around the 5th grade, but what they didn't tell you is approximately 1 in 10 couples will experience infertility for one reason or another and that most couples do not get pregnant the first month of trying. » Read more

What is IUI?

IUI, or intrauterine insemination, is a procedure done in a doctor's office that places sperm directly into a woman's uterus to aid in conception. During normal intercourse, only a small percentage of a man's sperm will make it past the woman's cervix and enter the uterus to fertilize the woman's egg. Most of the sperm that is ejaculated during intercourse remains in the vagina. » Read more

What is corpus luteum defect?

Corpus luteum defect, also known as luteal phase defect, is a controversial topic among doctors. Some physicians believe that corpus luteum defect is a frequent cause of miscarriage in the first trimester. » Read more