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Tifanny replied to the topic Looking for a fertility clinic in the forum Parent Wellness 6 years, 11 months ago
The problem is, clinics aren’t compelled to disclose their success rates, so it’s impossible to compare all clinics. Even when they do, the pretty graphs on clinic websites can be difficult to understand. So when you look at clinic websites and you see the “pregnancy rate” displayed as opposed to the “live birth rate”, take note, especially…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic second baby maybe? in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 11 months ago
Every pregnancy is different. But there is one challenge you can count on if you’re having your second baby. You’ll be caring for a small child while you cope with your own physical changes and needs. Eating for your growing baby is something you have to be even more conscious of because your body’s store of nutrients may be depleted. Especially…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic this post is essentially about my experience with surrogacy. in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 11 months ago
Surrogacy is a complex procedure where you hire a competent surrogate to carry your baby for you. A successful pregnancy and the delivery of a healthy baby is the main objective of everyone involved in the program. In order for this to happen vital instructions to be followed and certain dos and don’ts must be adhered to. You should not try to f…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic Pregnant At 44 in the forum Baby On The Way 6 years, 11 months ago
Congratulations but you should also note there risks accompanied by such. We clearly see a decline in the probability of pregnancy with age. For a woman in her early 40s, the probability of pregnancy—whether or not she is undergoing fertility treatment—is about half that of a woman 10 years younger. If the average miscarriage rate is 20 per…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic Poor ovarian reserve and TTC in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 11 months ago
I am sorry to hear that you are dealing with infertility issues. You should continue to work closely with your fertility doctors to address this issue, ass they are experts in increasing your chances of conceiving a child. AMH (anti mullerian hormone) is a relatively new test that is being used to diagnose ovarian dysfunction. It tends to be low,…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic Looking for advice in the forum LGBTQ Friendly Adoption Agencies 6 years, 11 months ago
Gay couples who want to have children will need an egg donor. Who provides the eggs, as well as a surrogate, who will carry the pregnancy. The egg donor and surrogate can be two different women uses gestational surrogate. Or one in the same known as a traditional surrogate. Note that some states, however, mandate that the donor and surrogate must…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic IVF success rate with PCOS in the forum Transfer 6 years, 11 months ago
Patients with PCOS, commonly present with irregular ovulation and menstruation. Elevated testosterone levels, which can lead to an overabundance of body hair. And multiple small cysts within the ovaries. Women with PCOS are generally successful at achieving pregnancy. Either naturally or through assisted reproduction such as ovulation induction…[Read more]
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Tifanny started the topic I wish i had a biological child in the forum Egg Donation 6 years, 11 months ago
We all know there are many mothers who do not love or care for their own children. The only important thing is the babies soul, it is not about physical similarities or blood. Everything in life is about love. The love you have for your child so why would people think if its not your own egg it is not your child? That child is going to grow in my…[Read more]
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Tifanny started the topic I wish i had a biological child in the forum Egg Donation 6 years, 11 months ago
I guess that I wish that I could have had one child that was biologically mine. Just to see what it would have all been like. I guess that I should blame my mother. I looked like her and she looked like her mother. She would always look at me and make sweet comments about how I had her eyes or pretty shoulders. I grew up fantisizing about…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic IVF Donor Eggs in the forum Egg Donation 6 years, 11 months ago
You might need donor eggs to be part of your fertility treatment journey for a number of reasons. This could be due to medical complications or factors as simple as age or premature menopause or maybe you are a same-sex couple who need donor eggs to use in surrogacy. Whatever the reason you need donor eggs, there are several different pathways to…[Read more]
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Tifanny started the topic Infertility Sress Reduction Plan in the forum Parent Wellness 6 years, 11 months ago
While a bit of positive stress can be healthy known as eustress. Stress due to infertility is typically experienced at higher than average levels which may quickly run the body down. Consistent, very high levels of stress can cause normal functioning systems of the body to “shut down” even if temporarily. This “shut down” may effect the functio…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic Never give up in the forum Transfer 6 years, 11 months ago
Regular monthly ovulation is a critical event that needs to happen each menstrual cycle in order for a woman to become pregnant. Sadly, ovulatory dysfunction or anovulation happens regularly for many women, making it one of the leading causes of infertility. Women who are unable to conceive should consider increasing their ovulation. Because this…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic Considering adoption for my baby in the forum Newborn 6 years, 11 months ago
So you’ve decided that adoption is the way you’re going to welcome a child into your family. Now, how exactly does this process work? There are so many questions to answer just to get started that it can feel overwhelming: Should you go through an agency or use an attorney? Would you consider fostering a child? Do you want an open relationship wit…[Read more]
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Tifanny started the topic Important Qualirties for egg donors in the forum Egg Donation 6 years, 11 months ago
The following is a list of important qualities to look for in a potential egg donor. Ideally, egg donors should. Be between the ages of 21 and 30** and exhibit maturity, responsibility, and dependability. Be in good physical health as documented by history and testing. Be in good psychological health as documented by history and testing. Be of…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic How can I select egg donors? in the forum Egg Donation 6 years, 11 months ago
When selecting a donor, pay close attention to the egg donor’s profile. Read carefully, taking into account how the donor portrays herself. Look for a donor that you can relate to. That you could call your friend, or that you imagine could fit in with your own family. Do your homework, research, ask questions, and if something doesn’t sit wel…[Read more]
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Tifanny started the topic Telling your child they are a surro-baby in the forum Baby On The Way 6 years, 11 months ago
Many parents find the conversation about birth and where babies come from to be an uncomfortable discussion to have with their children. This topic may be difficult to talk about at first. But telling the truth and being honest with your children is always the best solution. If your child’s birth story involves surrogacy, the conversation can be m…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic Surrogacy in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 11 months ago
Many parents are somewhat uncomfortable discussing conception and birth with their children — and when a child’s birth story involves the social, emotional, medical and legal complexities of surrogacy, the conversation can seem especially overwhelming. However, surrogacy is an important part of your child’s story, and experts agree that it is im…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic The best number of eggs to be retrieved? in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 11 months ago
A dozen eggs might be just the right amount to buy at the grocery store. But when harvesting human eggs for in IVF, 15 is the magic number. Resulting in the greatest chances of a live birth. The results, based on a computer model using data from women receiving IVF treatment. Strike a balance between harvesting too few eggs and reducing the…[Read more]
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Tifanny started the topic Ovarian Hyper Stimulation Syndrome in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 11 months ago
Ovarian hyper stimulation syndrome, abbreviated as OHSS, occurs in some women who use fertility medications. These medications may cause swelling and fluid leakage from the ovaries if they overstimulate them, though the symptoms only occur after ovulation. Women who have certain conditions have a higher risk of developing OHSS. For example, women…[Read more]
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Tifanny replied to the topic Tons of questions in the forum Transfer 6 years, 11 months ago
About 1 to 2 percent of women undergoing ovarian stimulation develop a severe form of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Severe OHSS can be life-threatening. Complications may include. Fluid collection in the abdomen and sometimes the chest. Electrolyte disturbances. Blood clots in large vessels, usually in the legs. Kidney failure. Twisting of an…[Read more]
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