4. Because sperm count matters, but sperm health is about more than that If you’ve ever looked at a semen analysis, you’ll know that sperm count tends to get a lot of attention. It’s important, but it’s only one part of the picture. A semen analysis can assess several different characteristics, including sperm concentration, motility, … [Read more…]
Fertility – whether we can, can’t, maybe could or probably won’t – can feel like navigating a huge can of worms. And as a woman about to turn 40, and my husband too, I identify. There’s an insane amount to think about and factor in, from whether (and how) to test – more on that … [Read more…]
Spoiler Alert – very (but do keep reading for the support and actions to take!) When trying to conceive, we often focus on egg health, ovulation, and cycle tracking. But there’s another half to the equation – and it’s just as vital. Sperm quality isn’t just about getting pregnant. It plays a crucial role in … [Read more…]
What is embryo selection? For decades, the aim has been to optimise assisted reproduction treatments, obtaining an adequate number of embryos for the patient without compromising her health. Obtaining more than one embryo per ovarian stimulation facilitates the possibility of performing several transfers with a single stimulation, but also leads to having to decide which … [Read more…]