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- Infertility is a complex and multifaceted issue that affects millions of people worldwide. In the UK alone, approximately one in seven couples struggle with fertility issues. It's important to recognise that infertility does not discriminate – it can impact individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and lifestyles.
- If you are having trouble conceiving, you have probably researched a range of treatments that could help your dream of a family to become a reality. In what can feel like a minefield of information, we’re here to help. Whether you have read about Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) before, or if this is your first time learning about ICSI, this blog aims to help you to understand the process of ICSI and how it could help you.
- Trying for a baby is a big deal, and sometimes there might be things that are making it harder to conceive. One of those things is how much we weigh. Being over or under weight can reduce a person’s fertility and therefore their chances to get pregnant. This is true for both men and women. So, let's talk about how Body Mass Index (BMI) and having a baby are connected, and what we can do about it.
- Endometriosis is a condition that affects millions of women worldwide, it’s estimated that one in 10 women suffer from it. Despite endometriosis being a common condition among women, it remains widely misunderstood, especially regarding its impact on fertility. If you're grappling with endometriosis and hoping to conceive, it's important to understand what’s going on and explore available support options.
- Thinking about freezing your eggs can be both empowering and overwhelming. It's a significant decision, and you likely have a multitude of questions and concerns swirling in your mind. Whether you're considering egg freezing for personal or medical reasons, understanding the process, risks, and success rates is crucial. In this blog, we'll delve into the world of egg freezing and address the most common concerns.
- As a female leader within Care Fertility, Clinical Director Charlotte Swami has found that her role intertwines with various facets of her life - from being a midwife, executive director, global advisor, to a wife and mother – and she is deeply touched by the significance of this day.
- We began IVF in 2020 after 3 years of trying to conceive. I have endometriosis. Covid had struck 6 months prior & treatments had been delayed which left us feeling sad & frustrated. Finally we had our first appointment with Care Sheffield & within a month I had commenced treatment for egg collection. I found the process really stressful, we had lots of ups & downs emotionally. A lot of desperation & hope. I feel we always thought IVF would work the first time around, after all why wouldn’t it.
- If you have Endometriosis, you are not alone - it affects 1 in 10 women and those assigned female at birth; however, this figure may be higher as the condition remains underdiagnosed. Care teams routinely provide fertility treatment to women affected by endometriosis and its sister condition, adenomyosis. Let’s explore some of the key issues about this condition to raise awareness.
- Over 10 years ago, Care became interested in the discovery of a new gene mutation that could cause miscarriage in early pregnancy. That gene mutation could also cause placenta-mediated pregnancy complications (also known as ‘PMPC’), such as ‘small for dates babies’, pregnancy-induced hypertension, venous thromboembolism or preeclampsia.
- You may not know that if you freeze your embryos or freeze your sperm at another clinic, they can be safely transferred to any IVF Clinic in the UK for storage or fertility treatment; they don't have to be stored at the Clinic they were originally frozen at.