Fertility friend is an online program that provides you with access to a community of women trying to conceive. In this community you can develop friends to share encouragement and tears, hopes and prayers, and sage words of wisdom throughout the fertility roller coaster ride that many women go through for many months. Go to Fertility products for more information.

In addition to the valuable community of women in similar situations from all walks of life, you will find this community to be an invaluable wealth of information, knowledge, and education about treatments, hints, tips, and old wives tales as well.

Most women find something different of value within this gold mine of a community but most will agree that there is some degree of comfort in knowing that they are not alone in either their successes or their failures. While our husbands may hold our hands throughout the process, we often feel so very alone while trying to conceive because they cannot possibly understand what we are going through.

Even the most understanding and wonderful husband in the world will not be able to completely identify with what we are going through emotionally in the manner that another woman going through the same thing will be able to. You can make life long friends over one common bond-difficulty conceiving. Fertility friend encourages these bonds while also building a community that offers support and education along the way.

There are also some very interesting tools that can be found on this website that will help you track your ovulation and pinpoint your fertile days. There is some great advice and words of wisdom that can be found here. There is nothing like a community of women in the same situation for support on the planet. You will meet women from all over the world and all walks of life who have support to give and need support in return. Refer to Fertility products for more information.

To get the latest in treatments, to learn about treatments that may be in the pipelines and to hear the experience of women who have gone through what may become your next treatment is a great way to take some of the fear and mystery out of the fertility process as well. We often find that doctors forget what it’s like to be on the other end of their words and it’s better to hear from those sitting on our side of the fence what to really expect.

Keep in mind that all the women who become your fertility friend are also trying to conceive very much like you and remember that if you should conceive before them or they should conceive before you. It isn’t about being the first to reach your destination but that you remember the destination. It may seem difficult to express joy when someone else gets what you so desperately want but in a community such as this others will feel the same when you reach your goals as well. Be considerate and remember that community is about building up each other and helping each other through the rough spots. Visit Fertility products for further information.

Long established medical interventions to help couples with infertility problems do not seem to improve fertility, according to a study published on BMJ online. These findings challenge current practice in the UK and national guidelines should be reviewed in the light of this evidence, say the authors. Refer to Fertility products for more information.

One in seven couples in the UK experience infertility. Unexplained infertility affects a quarter of these couples and common interventions to help them have been used for many years in line with fertility guidelines issued by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE).

A team of researchers led by the University of Aberdeen compared the effectiveness of two specific interventions with expectant management (no treatment).

They recruited 580 women who had experienced unexplained infertility for more than two years from four teaching hospitals and a district general hospital in Scotland. The women were randomised into three groups-one group of women were encouraged to try naturally for a pregnancy and had no medical interventions; one took oral clomiphene citrate (CC) which is believed to correct subtle ovulatory dysfunction; and the other had unstimulated intra-uterine insemination (IUI) of sperm.

Overall, 101 women became pregnant and had a live birth during the course of the study.

The researchers found that women who had no interventions had a live birth rate of 17%, the group taking oral CC had a birth rate of 14%, and the group having unstimulated IUI had a birth rate of 23%.

They point out that to have a meaningful and significant improvement in the live birth rate, the difference in live births between unstimulated IUI and no intervention would have to be much higher than the 6% reported in this trial.

Side effects for women including abdominal pain, bloating, hot flushes, nausea and headaches were highest in women taking oral CC, affecting 10% of women. (GR comment: And this does not take into consideration the potential long term negative effects of the drug).

Interestingly, women on active treatments (CC and IUI) were reassured by the process of treatment while women who had no interventions were less satisfied, despite it being equally effective.

The researchers conclude: “These interventions, which have been in use for many years, are unlikely to be more effective than no treatment. These results challenge current practice, as endorsed by a national guideline in the UK.”

In an accompanying editorial, Tarek El-Toukhy and Yacoub Khalaf from the Assisted Conception Unit at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, say: “As a direct result of the lack of evidence, many couples with unexplained infertility endure (and even request) expensive, potentially hazardous, and often unnecessary treatments.”

They call for high quality clinical trials to guide policymakers and to inform patients about the best treatments, and the cost effectiveness and the adverse effects associated with these interventions.

In addition, they suggest that current NICE guidelines, which endorse the use of up to six cycles of IUI without ovarian stimulation in couples with unexplained infertility, be reviewed in the light of current evidence. Go to Fertility products for more information.

Source: BMJ-British Medical Journal

Author’s Comments:

Drug therapy for treatment of infertility like clomiphene has been around for a while, yet its efficacy just like other assisted reproductive methods is questionable. And it’s no wonder since on their own (i.e. without natural and holistic support) their aim seems to treat individual body parts as opposed to a bigger whole.

I am not in anyway against assisted reproductive technologies, in fact I believe it has its place and sometimes even refer patients who truly cannot fall pregnant any other way. In addition, I support a lot of couples going through IVF with natural methods. However I believe couples in general are equivocally led to believe science is more effective than their own body’s wisdom. They lose faith in the fact that their body can heal and change and adapt to create the baby of their dreams–even in cases where all hope had previously been lost.

How can I be so sure? I’ve seen this happen too many times to doubt it. My patients often experience miracles in the eyes of those who simply don’t understand or believe in the unchangeable laws of nature. What they experience are not miracles because nature never deviates from its established laws. Our bodies have immense wisdom, ability and regeneration power–given the right circumstances and the right sort of encouragement–optimum fertility can be restored. It is just a matter of time.

The right amount of time required for optimum results is at least 120 days of what I like to call pristine living–because this is approximately how long it takes for the egg to mature and the sperm to form and if the sex cells are developing in the best possible environment the chances of a healthy conception are at the very least doubled. Pristine living is easier than you think but it does require that you do the absolute best you can day in, day out.

Eating a healthy diet on its own it not enough, you need to avoid all toxins (environmental, dietary and recreational), ensure you dose up on your good quality nutrients, get enough sleep, exercise and relaxation; naturally balance your hormones, emotions and priorities. When you and our partner do these things you automatically put yourselves in the best possible position to ensure your chances of a live birth are increased beyond the 17% in the above mentioned study. Foresight, the Association for Preconceptual Health Care in the UK shows at least 78% increase in the numbers of babies being taken home by “previously infertile” couples who follow such an approach.

Take back your power and start making better choices for yourself and the long term health and wellbeing of your family now. You all deserve it! Visit Fertility products for further information.

Around the world, there are many women who struggle with the issue of fertility. More so today than at any other point in history there is help available for many of the women who struggle with this very issue. While there is nothing that can cure infertility in everyone, there are many treatments available that allow women who have had monumental difficulty in conceiving to not only conceive but also carry a child when they had almost given up on that dream.

Modern advances in the treatment of fertility and/or infertility are taking the world by storm. Some of these treatments have created such issues as multiple births of nearly Biblical proportions while others have only managed to create one single tiny miracle for those who had all but given up on miracles. For those women, I’m sure that one tiny miracle was quite enough. Go to Fertility products for more information.

Modern medicine are taking steps every day to help those who continue to struggle with fertility realize their dreams of having a baby of their own. For those who find the dream too far away or fear greater complications as a result of fertility treatments, there are other options that could and perhaps should be considered. Everyone is different and these options are not for everyone, but if you have struggled with fertility, then perhaps the idea of a surrogate would be something in the cards or stars for your family. Surrogates provide a little more stability in the process and are often done under strict requirements and guidelines and can be among close relatives or professional surrogates. As I said before it isn’t the answer for everyone but it is a solution for many who have reached the point of nearly giving up. Refer to Fertility products for more information.

Fertility comes so easily to some women while others seem to work so hard for it. More than once I’ve heard doctors tell patients that worrying about getting pregnant can often prevent your body from getting pregnant. Once these women give up on trying, they find that they are suddenly pregnant one day when they least expected it. Never give up on your dreams of fertility, but it may be a good idea sometimes to take a small step back and relieve some of the pressure you’ve placed upon yourself.

The problem is that there are so many books, videos, doctors, and treatments, etc. to help those trying to conceive that it is nearly impossible for the novice to know what really is true and what is utter crap. I think the best thing that most women can do is to speak candidly with their doctors and seek second opinions after a specified amount of time is serious results aren’t forthcoming. By being open about this you are allowing your doctor know that you respect his or her opinions and treatment but desire results. Most doctors will not fault you for this, especially if you have been open and honest about it from the very beginning. Most of all, I wish you the miracle you’ve been hoping for and a long life for everyone involved to enjoy said miracle of fertility. Visit Fertility products for further information.

Male factor represents approximately 40% of the reason some couples have difficulty conceiving. In many cases and with sufficient time, natural methods of treatment can make a dramatic improvement in the quality of sperm parameters–although at least 120 days of targeted treatment is required before definite improvements can be possible. For more information refer to Fertility products

The key to optimum fertility is to be as healthy as possible prior to a conception attempt. This will not only improve your chances of a natural or assisted conception, but it will significantly improve your chances of having the healthiest possible baby. In addition research shows that couples who, together, undergo a comprehensive natural fertility program prior a conception attempt are at least 47.1% more likely to conceive through IVF and have approximately 78% chance of naturally overcoming infertility.

As far as sperm are concerned–heat, toxic environmental exposure and oxidation are enemies that are best avoided. The key is to be as diligent as possible with leading a healthy lifestyle, whilst implementing effective natural strategies. Here are some tips you can start implementing now:

1) Be Cool
As best as you can try to avoid overheating the testicles–boxer shorts ARE better than briefs–AND stop crossing those legs! Research shows that squashing the testes for long periods can harm nerves and temporarily impede blood flow. This can cause tingling and numbness in the entire reproductive region and lead not only to infertility but also eventually to erectile dysfunction. If your job involves sitting for long periods, be sure to get up and walk around to cool things down a little and avoid using heated car seats all together. You will definitely also need to avoid baths, spas and saunas.

2) Watch Where You Put That Thing!
The last place you should put your mobile phone is in your pocket! Sperm cells are very sensitive to radiation of any kind and your sperm parameters will negatively suffer from the exposure. In order to optimise your fertility, it is best if you and your partner can avoid and protect yourselves as much as possible from all types of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. Ensuring you don’t have any electric equipment in the bedroom is already a great positive start, because the hours you spend sleeping are potentially the only time in your day you are not constantly being radiated. Go to Fertility products for more information.

3) Antioxidants PLUS!
Nutrients and herbal medicines can have an amazingly nourishing and restorative effect on the body, which can be used to support healthy sperm production. However, each individual has different requirement and an assessment of your needs, as well as what other supplements or medicines you are currently taking is really important before embarking on any new supplementation. Resolving depletion or deficient states in your body can make a world of difference to optimizing your fertility!

4) Toxins Kill
Not only can toxins have a negative impact on general health, they literally kill or damage sperm to a level which renders them unable to effect a healthy conception, causing infertility and/or being a contributing factor in recurrent miscarriages. A lot of chemicals in our environment are hormonal disruptors and have a part to play. The key is to avoid chemicals in every form as much as possible from cleaning products and pest control to paints, building materials, heavy metals and more. The basic rule: Do your homework before using any new product or chemical ‘solution’ presented to you. And ensure to use every possible and available protection from chemicals and other toxic hazards in the workplace.

5) Clean Up Your Diet & Lifestyle
Cut out the junk food, cigarettes, alcohol, caffeine, sugar and base your meals on fresh, unprocessed, vital foods–everyday! The healthier your diet and lifestyle, the most optimum your fertility–it is that simple. Of course these are not the only factors in naturally boosting fertility; however they are vital pillars in The Natural Fertility Solution Program based on my 11 Pillars of Fertility to ensure you do everything possible to take home the healthy baby of your dreams.

Making positive changes to optimise your health will also have a remarkably positive impact on your fertility–and the benefits don’t stop there! In ensuring you are doing your best you are also making a decision about your legacy in the form of your offspring. Start making consistently better choices today–your prospective child’s life depends on them. Visit Fertility products for further information.

Smoking cigarettes or marijuana has been known to cause a number of health problems, which may possibly include lowering your sperm count, your semen production, and even your libido (sex drive). There are hundreds of toxins in cigarettes and marijuana, many of which can cause diseases and health problems that will last a lifetime. A low sperm count will increase your chance of infertility and can have profound effects on your overall sex life, including erectile dysfunction. Men that smoke too much marijuana may find their sex drive declines very rapidly. We intend to clarify some issues between smoking and male semen production in this article. Refer to fertility for more information.

Most people know about the variety of toxins in cigarettes – including tar, cyanide, ammonia, nicotine and many other chemicals that are known to be bad for your health. Some of the things that smoking can cause includes cancer, emphysema, asthma, and many more diseases. The second hand smoke from burning cigarettes as well as second hand exhaled smoke is well known to cause health problems in people that don’t even smoke, but are often exposed to it. These health issues are all fairly common knowledge, but did you know that cigarettes can be harmful to a mans sex drive, sperm production, fertility, and even his overall sexual performance. Go to fertility for more information.

Many studies have found an increased incidence of infertility, as well as decreased sperm production, in male smokers. Another relationship that some studies have found is an increased percentage of abnormal sperm, and sperm with poor motility (swimming irregularities, crooked tails, etc.). Such defects can effectively lower male fertility without even lowering sperm count, which also happens to be another unfortunate side effect of smoking. While most studies are conducted with cigarette smoke as opposed to marijuana, researchers believe that marijuana also causes many of the same problems that cigarettes do.

Besides reducing male fertility, smoking can ruin your libido and overall sexual virility. There is a link that has been found between smoking and impotence, for example. Many heavy smokers complain about weak erections and erectile difficulties. Another thing to think about is smoking before having sex might be turning your partner off if they are a non-smoker. During sex, most women don’t want to smell cigarette smoke on your breath, so make sure you don’t smell like you just lit up right before you came to bed. Smoking has also been said to make semen taste very bitter, which can lead to hurt feelings in the bedroom.

As you probably already know, smoking can be very detrimental to your overall health. Studies are finding that the complications cause by smoking also apply to sperm production, as well as your virility and libido. From the increased chance of infertility, to the higher rate of impotence, erectile dysfunction, and weak erections, cigarettes and marijuana can both be harmful to your sex life. Quitting smoking cigarettes or marijuana is not easy to do, but something that needs to be considered if you plan on having a healthy life and healthy family. Visit fertility for further information.

Hoping to start a family? It takes approximately 120 days for healthy sperm to form and the egg to mature. The health of your egg and sperm today, is the result of your actions and all the things you have been exposed to especially during the previous 16 weeks. Hence the health and viability of your sperm or egg–and their ability to create a healthy pregnancy, in four months from now is the product of the changes you implement now. For more information refer to fertility

What does it take to boost your fertility?
Optimum fertility requires a multi layered, comprehensive approach, especially if your aim is to overcome infertility. Often the many essential lifestyle changes required are the very hinges to swing you to ‘the other side’ creating the very real possibility you will hold your very own, baby of your dreams. And it is often, that simple!
Implement the right changes in your day to day and you dramatically improve your chances, not only of conceiving, but also of having the healthiest possible baby and become the proud parent, you always wanted to be.

I just want to be pregnant, once that happens I’ll be super healthy…
By 8 weeks gestation a baby’s health blueprint is already created, as are his or her tiny organs and little fingerprints! At this stage his or her health vulnerabilities and strengths are set by the ‘map’ already existent in this magnificent creation–your child’s future health predispositions and potentials are now in place regardless of what else happens from this point onwards and most mums-to-be do not even know they are pregnant by this crucial stage. Once a pregnancy is established your child’s health potential becomes the lowest common denominator of you and your partner’s health and its full potential has been reached–the opportunity for making significant improvements are present in the 120 days of preconception preparation before a pregnancy even exists. The time to optimise your child’s future, giving him or her, the best possible start in life is NOT during your pregnancy–it is during your preconception preparation, involving both prospective parents.

This very preparation is what makes all the difference to your outcome–U.K. research shows that when both parents optimize their health for a period of at least 120 days prior to a natural conception attempt the odds of taking home a healthy baby was 81% better for previously infertile couples. Similar research also confirms this type of approach can double the odds of success through IVF.

So what is the best way to optimise your fertility?
In my many years in private practice I’ve developed the 11 Pillars of Fertility–the blueprint that has helped numerous patients create the pregnancy and baby of their dreams. The 11 Pillars are the basis of all the essentials that must be in place if you and your partner want to ensure yourselves the best possible chance of having the healthiest baby and/or overcome fertility problems.

Here are three very important pillars that will help your odds of turning your dream into reality:

Healthy Diet
This is an absolutely vital aspect of optimum fertility. If your diet is not supporting your body’s metabolic functions your ability to conceive and carry a healthy pregnancy to term will suffer.

Environmental and lifestyle
Today through our environment we are in direct contact with over 4 million chemicals–most of which are dangerous for the healthy development of the egg, sperm and embryo. The problem is that often dangerous chemicals, disguised as pretty labels enter our homes and are free to have their destructive effects without us even realising they are damaging our health and fertility.

In addition to this our lifestyle has a huge impact on fertility and reproduction. Things such as smoking, alcohol, coffee, unfiltered drinking and cooking water, recreational substances and more–will all have a devastating effect on female and male fertility.

Emotions
This is a greatly underestimated key to optimum fertility. The mind-body connection is real and it is taken for granted. If you think you are infertile, you re-enforce a belief that continues to manifest in your life, through your unconscious will. The turning point is realising that right now you can take action to change all aspect you want in your life including your health and reproduction. When it comes to fertility, faith and acceptance of your existing situation with love and understanding frees and enables you to choose to move forward in healthier attempts to create your desire of becoming a proud parent.

Optimizing your ability to conceive a healthy baby, overcoming infertility and carrying a pregnancy to term is very possible. It requires the total commitment of both partners towards a better outcome and several specific changes in how you do certain things–but as the old saying goes: “Do your part and the heavens will come to your aid”.

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Many women each and every day seek the advice and treatment of a fertility specialist in an attempt to conceive and carry a child of their own. There really is no miracle on earth that can quite compare to the birth of a child. Women in every nation will agree to the awe and wonder that can only come from bringing a new life into the world. For many women, that miracle seems like a very distant dream.

The good news is that there are fertility specialists who have devoted their entire medical practices and livelihood to making this dream a reality for these women so that the miracle of pregnancy and childbirth are available to a much greater segment of the population than in times past.

Fertility specialist must go through years of advanced study in order to bear that title. It is also important to remember that if you are noticing difficulty in conceiving that seeing a fertility specialist early on rather than later can save you both time and money in the long run. Specialists have knowledge of and experience with treatments that a general OB/GYN may not have experience with or be qualified to provide. Your chances of conceiving while under the care of a specialist are much greater than if you go it alone or with someone not really qualified in this particular area of medical practice.

There are several things that you should really look for in a fertility specialist and the first of those things is whether or not he or she seems to have a genuine concern for your ability to conceive. You want to feel that you are your doctors primary concern. Since this is a field of specialists and there is so much advanced training involved this will rarely be an issue but if it is, I suggest not going any further than introductions. You should also find out if he or she is a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist. Another question to ask is how long he or she has been treating infertility, if there are any advanced technologies his or her clinic offers, and when and where he or she received his or her training.

If you notice behavior that leads you to believe you are no longer the priority you feel you should be, you should begin seeking other options for fertility specialists. This is also true if your specialist encourages you to remain on a treatment that obviously isn’t working after several cycles, neglects to properly monitor your blood tests, or often forgets which treatment you are actually undergoing or needs to be reminded about details of your treatment plan.

When trying to conceive you are really the only one who is qualified to stand up for yourself. Now is a great time to develop those skills and tendencies, as you will be doing it for your tiny miracle for the next 60 or so years if you are fortunate. Do not be railroaded into a corner or intimidated by medical jargon. Make sure you understand what is going on and what will happen next if this doesn’t work. Push for information and details so that you aren’t waiting alone on the dark.
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Keith Ferris MBAcC at The Oriental Medicine Practice in Bristol is delighted to announce that she has become a founding member of the recently launched Zita West Network for Reproductive Health, as an Affiliated Acupuncturist.

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All Zita West affiliated acupuncturist members of the network receive training and ongoing support in Zita West’s comprehensive, holistic approach to achieving optimum reproductive health. This covers a wide range of treatments and approaches to help boost fertility, enhance IVF, improve pregnancy, enhance birth outcomes and support post-natal recovery.

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ED can surface any time in a man’s life and is usually for short periods of time in most men. Over the age of 65, ED can be common in men. However, ED is not age related and often the cause can be treated with remedies such as Extenze pills.

Erectile dysfunction is defined as when a man cannot get or keep an erection long enough to complete intimate relations at least 50% of times he attempts it. If this occurs a man’s self image can be damaged if it happens often or becomes a pattern. Increasing blood flow to the area with Extenze pills is one of the remedies for relief from ED.

The mechanisms a man’s body uses to get an erection includes the brain, nerves and blood vessels in that area, which send blood flowing into the area. Damaged blood vessels, which may be due to disease, can be a contributing factor to Erectile Dysfunction. As well, nerve damaging diseases can erode signals from the brain that go to the genitals leading to ED. A lowered testosterone level can also be a part ED. ED is treated by fixing the reasons its happening. Extenze is one of the ways to treat it.

No formal tests exist to diagnose ED, but potential underlying disease factors can be tested for. To exclude underlying disease, some blood tests are generally performed such as diabetes, hypogonadism and prolactinoma. Impotence can be related to poor physical health and dietary habits – obesity and mostly cardiovascular disease like coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease. As well ED may be a problem due to causes other than physical.

The physical effects of ED may be improved and treated and brought under control with remedies such as Extenze. If medication is contributing to the ED improvement can be seen if the drug is switched or the dosage is changed.

Extenze review sites will be the first to tell consumers that if you have undergone the entire recommended check from your physician’s office and you’re still experiencing the symptoms of erectile dysfunction, speak to your doctor about remedies that are available such as Extenze.

If you’re reluctant about talking to your doctor about this issue, try to do some online research to find out the most highly recommended ED remedies and the statistics on just how many suffer with this problem. You’ll be sure to see that it’s not as uncommon as you think and then you may feel more comfortable discussing the problem and potential remedies such as Extenze thoroughly with your healthcare provider

I don’t know about you guys, but I think this is great. We really are living in great times. Becausewe have so many freedoms – not just legal freedoms but freedoms that the society gives us.

The reason why I’m writing this is because I just readabout single-maleegg donation procedures.

Yes, it’s true – now a man who is single can decide to give birth to a child that is shares his genes.

Now some people aren’t don’t agree with me that this is a great thing.
very approving of the solo daddies as you can probably imagine.

And I totally accept that fact.

But I really think people’s tendency to be opposed to this is mainly rooted in the “uncommonness”. Because if you really think it through, you find that there aren’t that many reasons to oppose it, other than belief systems and social conditioning.

A solo-daddy that’s giving his kids a loving home can do a much better job raising kids than a unhappily-married couple who create an atmosphere of distance.

Remember that in fact many great personalities of today never got a chance to meet one of their parents.

Egg Donation is making it possible for single fathers to have their own child.

And to those who say: “But what about all the orphants?” Let me tell you that trying to get a orphant when you are a single daddy is very, very hard. If it happens it takes years.

I’m quiet convinced that a single male who is both happy and successful can raise his children much better than a man and woman who constantly fight and don’t love each other. And the sad reality is that there are millions of dysfunctional couples in the world, with alcohol abuse, drug abuse, emotional and physical abuse. And I think these issues are quiet more pressing than trying to prevent mature personalities who don’t have a mate but still want to raise their own child.