Second Trimester of Pregnancy – What to Expect

Posted on: January 30th, 2011 by admin No Comments

We previously discussed what happens during the first trimester of a pregnancy, so now it may be a good idea to continue on with this topic and discuss what happens during the second trimester of pregnancy. There are plenty of matters you must be wondering about, which is why we at our center for IVF New Jersey suggest you speak with a member of our team or your health care provider for more details on this part of your pregnancy. That said, let’s take a brief look at what to expect. 

First Trimester of Pregnancy – What to Expect

Posted on: January 30th, 2011 by admin No Comments

A woman’s body will go through a lot of changes during the course of pregnancy. Some of these changes are visible or can be felt, while other changes are invisible. We at our center for IVF in New Jersey understand all of the questions and concerns that women face during the course of pregnancy, so here we want to go over some of the basic concerns that you may have during the first trimester of pregnancy. (And don’t worry, we’ll go over the second and third trimesters in later posts.) 

How Long to Wait to Conceive after Miscarriage

Posted on: January 27th, 2011 by admin No Comments

We all know that starting a family can be a challenge, and it can seem even more so after having a miscarriage. Approximately 15 percent of all pregnancies result in a miscarriage, though the percentage goes up considerably when the mother is in her mid-forties. Many women and couples are rightfully distraught and devastated by the loss of the baby, though they will try to start a family again eventually because the desire to raise a child of their own is so strong. 

Diseases PGD Can Detect

Posted on: January 27th, 2011 by admin No Comments

Starting a family is rewarding, but it’s also a major source of stress and potential worry. The future is so uncertain. So many things to think about when it comes to your child’s immediate and future needs: the clothes, the strollers, the cribs, the toys. But there are plenty of concerns that you have to worry about before your child is born. We don’t just mean the health of the mother, but also the possibility of passing adverse health conditions onto your child. 

Side Effects of Fertility Drugs

Posted on: January 26th, 2011 by admin No Comments

Issues with ovulation are common causes of infertility on women, which is a reason that many couples or individuals come to our New Jersey in vitro fertilization (IVF)center for help with starting a family. In many cases, in order to assist a patient, we will give her fertility drugs to help promote ovulation. These fertility drugs are clomiphene citrate and gonadotropins. Each has their own instructions and their own side effects associated with them, so it is important to follow your doctor’s instructions as closely as possible. 

Common Causes of Infertility

Posted on: January 25th, 2011 by admin No Comments

The human body is a complex machine, as you may have realized by now, and hence there are many different issues people may face with said machine. This is especially true when it comes to matters involving pregnancy and childbirth. Starting a family is not always easy, and infertility comes in many different forms. We at our New Jersey in vitro fertilization (IVF) center have decided to take a quick look at just some of the different forms that infertility can take and help you understand your many options for successful treatment in such matters. 

What Kind of Data Is Provided When Choosing an Egg Donor?

Posted on: January 24th, 2011 by admin No Comments

When you are in need of fertility treatment, you have plenty of options on the table. Fertility treatments are specially designed to meet the unique needs of a couple that is looking to start a family of their own. This may involve in vitro fertilization (IVF), sperm donation, intrauterine insemination, or the use of donor eggs. At our New Jersey IVF center, we will always work our hardest to ensure that you undergo the fertility treatment that is best suited to meet your needs. 

How Many Extra Calories Should You Consume When Pregnant

Posted on: January 15th, 2011 by admin No Comments

There’s that old cliché out there that being pregnant means that you’re eating for two. That’s definitely true, since the mother’s diet is going to affect the health, well-being, and weight of the unborn child. So since you’re eating for two, you may wonder just how much extra you need to be eating for that second person inside of you. That’s a question we field a lot at our New Jersey in vitro fertilization (IVF) center. While the answer will vary depending on your own dietary needs and your weight, we’ll give some general advice that you should consider. 

Things to Avoid When You Are Pregnant

Posted on: January 15th, 2011 by admin No Comments

At our New Jersey IVF center, we understand just how much couples worry about the health of their child. We get many questions about what women ca do to ensure that their child remains healthy before the little bundle of joy is born. While it’s impossible to list all of the things you should avoid while pregnant, this list should give you a good idea of some basics to keep in mind. 

The Most Popular Baby Names

Posted on: January 15th, 2011 by admin No Comments

Having children is a rewarding challenge, and after finally giving birth, one of the first challenges that you may face is picking the right name for your baby. There’s a lot of fun to this challenge, of course. You’ll want a name that sounds good and has some importance to you. While the team at our New Jersey in vitro fertilization (IVF) center can’t make this decision for you, we have a lit of some popular baby names from last year you may want to consider. Maybe they’ll give you some ideas.