Secondary Infertility – Caught Between Fertile and Infertile Worlds For most people, infertility conjures up the image of a couple without a child. But what about a couple who have borne a child, and now want to extend their family but find they are unable to do so? Secondary infertility is the inability to conceive … Read more
For many, the term “infertility insurance” is a paradox; it is also a heated topic of public debate. From federal court to Bill Maher’s “Politically Incorrect”, people are offering their opinions on the value of financial coverage for assisted reproductive technology (ART). Even the most casual listener will pick up from these debates that treatment … Read more
One of the most frustrating aspects of assisted reproductive technology for patients and fertility professionals alike is having to deal with failure. This is especially true in couples who have attempted assisted reproductive procedures many times, and also in those whose time is running out because of their age. Now, a recently developed technique, assisted … Read more
Five well-known adoption professionals were interviewed in the latter part of 1993-early 1994 about the link between adoption readiness and infertility resolution. Those interviewed were: Diane Michelsen M.S.W., an attorney who specializes in adoption, Sharon Kaplan M.R., author of the books “Cooperative Adoption” and “The Open Adoption Experience,” Kathleen Silber M.S.W., author of “Dear Birthmother” … Read more
If getting pregnant hasn’t been so easy for you, maybe you’re not doing “it” right. Maximize your chances! Here’s how: Stop using hormonal contraception or have IUD removed at least 3 months prior to conception attempts. Make sure you have intercourse during the woman’s most fertile time. Men should refrain from unproductive ejaculation for 48 … Read more
The Infertile Patient’s Prayer and Infertility Lord, Give me Strength… To keep my cool when another period starts. To keep my chin up when a co-worker announces her pregnancy. To have a good relationship with my friend in spite of her ability to conceive easily and not be jealous of her. To endure my sister-in-law’s … Read more
Stress and Infertility Stress has become a buzzword today. It is one of the most over used words in our vocabulary – and one of the most poorly understood ones as well. Stress is defined as any event that a person perceives as threatening, and in order to protect itself, the body responds to stressors … Read more
What Is It? Intrauterine insemination, or IUI, is a common form of artificial insemination (AI). {AI refers to techniques used to introduce sperm into a woman’s body through means other than sexual intercourse.} IUI is relatively less invasive than some other assisted reproductive technology (ART), which is one of the reasons that physicians often will … Read more
Question – Effects of Robitussin on Fertility: “How does Robitussin help infertility, and how would I go about taking it?” Answer: The use of Robitussin to assist conception is one of the first things that folks hear about when they start talking to others in online communities. Let’s clear up the information: First, what you’re … Read more
Alrighty – we’re gonna get pregnant, and we’re gonna “do it” in every conceivable position, in every room of the house! Does sexual position really matter when it comes to conception? The best answer is “Sometimes…” First, let’s get your goal here straight In order for conception to occur, sperm must be deposited as close … Read more