Early ovulation is our focus today: what it means, why it happens, and how it can affect pregnancy. In previous blogs, we have discussed ovulation and the importance of establishing a calendar to calculate the exact time it occurs. Every woman has a unique menstrual cycle, and some experience irregular cycles that alter the expected… View Article
The technology that allows for freezing of eggs rather than embryos has only been with us for a relatively short time, since 1986. During that brief period, egg freezing has increased significantly. Why is this? The is one simple answer. In a world where societal, work and relationship norms are constantly evolving, one thing that… View Article
The incidence of testicular cancer is continuously increasing across most of Europe. A study by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) estimates that one in three cases of this disease occurs in European countries. This cancer has a high survival rate. However, it impacts significantly male fertility, primarily affecting men aged 20 to… View Article
There is much debate about the effectiveness of ejaculatory abstinence in sperm quality and its fertilizing ability, or its influence on embryo quality. Recent studies concluded that short periods of abstinence were beneficial to prevent loss of motility and increased DNA fragmentation in sperm. In this context, at the 40th edition of the European Society… View Article
Artificial Intelligence continues to break new ground. In recent years, this scientific discipline has improved various aspects of our lives. In medicine, specifically in Assisted Reproduction, it has led to significant advances that directly impact the outcomes for patients who trust IVI to fulfill their desire to become parents. Success rates have notably improved with… View Article
Exercise during pregnancy is one of the best things you can do, along with a healthy diet, to give yourself the best chance of a trouble-free pregnancy and birth. The benefits of prenatal exercise include both the mother and the developing baby. Today we speak about Yoga vs. Pilates, which is the right option? In… View Article
Retroverted uterus: have you ever heard of this condition? For many women with a retroverted uterus, the ultrasound conducted as a normal part of pre-natal care is the first they become aware of it. It usually has no impact on your ability to conceive. You can expect a retroverted uterus pregnancy to proceed normally, just… View Article
Does Plan B affect fertility? We know for fact that there is a widespread use of the morning-after pill in Europe, although each country prescribes it differently. It was designed to operate as an emergency contraceptive, but many women have used it at some point, many of them at a young age. Today, we discuss… View Article
The prevalence of Crohn’s disease is increasing among the European population, although incidence rates vary by country, ranging from 0.5 to 10.6 cases per 100,000 people annually. Many individuals affected by Crohn’s are of reproductive age, so today we will discuss how Crohn’s disease can impact the chances of becoming pregnant or maintaining good semen… View Article
The two week wait is the period of time it takes from when a patient undergoes fertility treatment (either artificial insemination or in vitro fertilisation) until the day the treatment results are obtained. The result can be either positive or negative. This wait usually lasts from 9 to 14 days, depending on when the embryo… View Article