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Don’t leave it too late to have babies, doctors stress
By Kimberley Smith on 28/01/2011 12:44:42
Couples reminded that fertility levels drop sharply as you reach your mid 30s and that IVF is not a guarantee
times more likely to have problems conceiving than those aged 25 and they are also more at risk of pregnancy complications, such as pre-eclampsia and miscarriage. By the age of 40, a miscarriage is more likely than a live birth.Having said this, the age
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Why risk of Down’s increases with mum’s age
By Matt Fricker on 03/09/2010 12:30:07
As women grow older, their fertility declines due to a lack of a crucial protein, scientists say
used eggs from young and old mice in their study.They found that as a female gets older, the levels of cohesin, a crucial protein that helps prepare eggs for fertilisation, declines sharply.This decline increases the risk that an egg will end up
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Soya and conception
By Laura Lee Davies on 25/01/2010 01:53:01
Although soya beans are certainly one of the superfoods that are good to eat, overdoing them could present a problem when trying for a baby
, protein is important in a preconception diet but excess can affect oestrogen levels and bring on problems that affect ability to conceive, like endometriosis.Nowadays many foods contain soya and we even eat edamame beans or soya, and tofu, in delicious
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Male contraceptive does not harm fertility
By Laura Lee Davies on 02/05/2006 01:12:47
Researchers believe that the male 'hormonal' contraceptive does not cause long-term infertility.
. (Often women who have used contraception find they need some time off treatment before they are able to conceive.) It also suggests that being older, having higher sperm concentrations before contraceptive treatment began, and being on treatment for less
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Persona Contraception Monitor
By Laura Lee Davies on 26/09/2006 09:14:28
If you're looking for more natural methods of contraception (especially ahead of conception), this test could be for you.
and 35 days in length and it works by monitoring the hormone levels in your urine.Many women who are thinking of having children prefer to come off the pill some time before they start trying to conceive, so they can 'clear their system'. Sometimes you
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Fibroids and fertility
By Laura Lee Davies on 17/09/2007 02:41:06
Fibroids are benign growths which are common and do not necessarily affect conception or pregnancy, but it can be important to be aware of them.
Up to 40 per cent of women have some level of fibroid growth in their uterus, but these are not always noticed and can go undetected for years if they are not causing any discomfort.What is a fibroid and how do you know if you have one?Women may go
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How long do you take folic acid for?
By ThinkBaby on 07/08/2009 00:37:27
Most women are aware that taking a supplement of folic acid makes sense. But when should you start and how long should you take it?
on the high street.When should I start taking folic acid?Some specialists recommend taking the supplement up to six months before you start trying for a baby, others suggest three months is a good idea. However, if you are already pregnant you can start taking
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Conception and your gynaelogical history
By ThinkBaby on 06/08/2007 01:01:06
How your gynae history may affect your fertility and pregnancy, and when you should have no cause for concern
chances of conceiving may be lower than normal - surgery to remove the endometriosis may help raise you fertility levels, but not to normal levels. If you are having problems conceiving and suffer from endometriosis then may be treated in several ways
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Long-lasting contraception for parents
By Laura Lee Davies on 03/07/2007 01:34:33
There are some good alternatives to the pill or condoms, that allow you to control when you get pregnant, without affecting your fertility.
. This is because, unlike the pill, you are more likely to be able to conceive more swiftly after using it, if there are no other unforeseen physical reasons why conception is proving a problem. Plus, whilst it does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases
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Get fit to help yourself conceive
By Sara Mackenzie on 29/04/2010 16:21:20
Why you should exercise and get yourself in shape before pregnancy, and how
If you’re thinking about having a baby but the usual extent of your exercise is walking round the shops, then it’s time to think about getting yourself in shape before conceiving.Why exercise is importantFirst off, there’s plenty of evidence
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