The question of whether fertility can be measured is a very common one. Recently, several companies have popped up with tests that claim to measure fertility to help women feel empowered and have control over their reproductive lives. While being able to predict the...
We all know the importance of prenatal care during pregnancy, but many people do not realize the importance of seeing a healthcare provider for pre-pregnancy or preconception care. It may seem excessive, however, preconception care can help increase the chance for...
In the process of natural conception, sperm are deposited into the vagina, travel through the cervix and into the uterus and then up the fallopian tubes where they encounter an egg; fertilization then occurs in the fallopian tube. As the cervix naturally limits the...
With the new year upon us, it’s a great time to reflect on our health and wellness and set some goals for the new year. Since the majority of people who set New Year’s resolutions don’t stick with them after the first week, it is more effective to set simple,...
