Should I drink alcohol while trying to get pregnant?
Each fertility clinic and doctor has different advice about whether you should allow yourself to drink alcohol at various steps toward pregnancy, including before and leading up to IUI, egg retrieval, embryo transfer or a monitored cycle. To help, I’ve summarized a review of the latest research published in the British Columbia Medical Journal (BCMJ). […]
What to know about stress and fertility
Stress. We all have bouts of it. In fact, we need some stress to survive. Then there’s the point it’s too much and it interferes with our lives and our fertility health. I know from experience. I’m talking about that panic you get suddenly or constantly — it’s that fear you’ll never get pregnant, stay […]
Should I drink caffeine while trying to get pregnant?
Are you scratching your head wondering whether to cut out or down on coffee or any caffeine while you’re trying to get pregnant? How about before egg retrieval or embryo transfer? For the answer, it depends on what your doctor recommends, your interpretation of the latest research, your health and fertility journey so far, and […]
Here’s how to prepare for the HSG
The HSG. For so many people and couples it’s a stepping stone to fertility treatment. It’s also a common first step after you’re diagnosed as infertile or exploring your fertility after a loss. So, you’re facing that heartache and then you get this little poke. Yes, unless you have secondary infertility or assistance to conceive […]