Archive for January, 2010
Trying to Conceive a Baby with Artificial Insemination
Artificial Insemination, also known as AI represents a new age of reproductive technology. In the process of artificial insemination sperm is concentrated and placed directly in the uterus. Yes, this is an artificial process and yes, it is not natural, God given. But this is not the case here – couples that are trying to [...]
Household Chemicals Reduce Fertility: Use Natural Options if Trying to Conceive
Researchers form University of California-Berkeley once again proved that household products contain chemicals that may make it harder for some women to conceive a baby. We are talking about products and chemicals that are widespread, and they include shampoos, clothes, food packaging etc. The chemicals belong to the group called perfluorinated chemicals (also known as [...]
Trying to conceive cycle
In order to conceive you need to know some basic things about reproduction. Every month woman has her cycle and in that period of time she produces an egg that needs to be fertilize (this is how the wonder of life is created). To be able to determine the correct time when a women has [...]
Trying to conceive positions
There are a lot of controversial opinions on whether the right sexual position could affect and help couples who are trying to conceive. While there are no scientific studies regarding the best sexual positions for conceiving, the positions where the man is on top are usually considered optimal for conception. Of course, couples can get [...]
How to Conceive a Girl
In a survey that was conducted more than 80% of parents have admitted that they wish for specific gender. In order to conceive only one spermatozoid is needed, but to conceive a girl that specific spermatozoid needs to contain the X chromosome. To be able to do this many people have theories where they are [...]
Endometriosis and Trying to Conceive
Endometriosis is a disease that affects millions of women. It is a medical condition in women in which endometrial like cells appear and flourish in areas outside the uterine cavity. Endometriosis is responsible for hundreds of thousands of missed work hours, it is responsible for pain ranging from mild to crippling, and unfortunately for some [...]
How can acupuncture help when trying to conceive?
Have you heard that acupuncture can help you conceive, whether you are struggling with infertility or just hoping to help nature along a little? Here, we discuss how the ancient art of acupuncture can help you when trying to conceive.
Trying to conceive for a year
Normal fertility is usually defined as ability for couple to conceive within two years. Most couples (80%) will experience pregnancy within the first 12 months of trying, although for some couples it may take up to 18 months. Just 25% of couples actively trying to conceive will become pregnant in the first cycle. If couple [...]
Trying to Conceive: How Does Soy Affect Fertility
There are not many reports done, but generally studies show that in countries where soy products are consumed in large amounts, the birth rate is no lower than in countries where soy is not a part of consumed diet. On the other hand, there are studies that suggest that soy might have negative impact on [...]
Herbs to Avoid During Pregnancy or if Trying to Conceive
Some herbs have proved they have an adverse effect on reproductive health and fertility. For example, the results of a study published in the journal of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, indicate that St. John’s wort, echinacea and ginkgo biloba may damage reproductive cells and even cause genetic sperm mutations.
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