The Infertility FAQ
Q. What is infertility? Infertility is defined as the failure to conceive after a year of regular unprotected intercourse, or the inability to carry a pregnancy to a live birth. Q. What causes infertility? Most infertility results from physical problems in either the male partner’s or the female partner’s reproductive system, or both. Some causes include problems with …
Pregnancy Complications with PCOS/ PCOD
It is a myth that women with PCOS can never get pregnant naturally. Some women get pregnant in the natural cycle. However, there is a higher risk of certain conditions for pregnant women with PCOS …
How to Diagnose PCOS/ PCOD?
PCOS/PCOD is quite a difficult condition to diagnose. Several women go through years without knowing that they have PCOS. There is no single test to diagnose the same. However, your doctors will check to find out if you at least two of the three main symptoms. Your ovaries don’t release eggs, or don’t release them regularly. Your doctor will find this out by asking about how often you have periods. You have high amounts of male hormones or androgens. Signs that you have high levels of these hormones include unwanted hair or spots (acne). Your doctor can also identify these by ordering a blood …
Busting 5 Myths of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a very common female endocrine disorder which could have several repercussions if not managed properly. One of these repercussions is infertility. September is PCOS Awareness Month and we are trying to bust a few myths associated with PCOS 1. Myth: PCOS is a cause of concern only if I am trying to get pregnant. …
6 Foods to Eat Before Getting Pregnant
Food has been linked to fertility. In fact there is a direct connection between the kind of food consumed and the fertility problems that a couple has faced. So, if you & your partner are planning to have a baby and trying for the same, it is time you watched what you eat. These foods will help improve your fertility and also get you in the habit of eating a healthy diet which is imperative during and after pregnancy. 1. Fresh, Organic Fruits & Vegetables …
13 Things Women Should Do Before Getting Pregnant
1. Get a complete health checkup Go to your doctor get a complete health checkup. Apart from assessing if your general health is good and if you need nutritional supplements, you also need to find out if you or your partner is a career of any congenital disease which could potentially affect the child. …