One in eight couples struggles with infertility. Nearly 12% of women have sought or received services for infertility. Infertility is tragically common. It’s also shrouded in secrecy. Many couples choose to suffer in silence, thanks to cultural stigma and messages about what infertility means. This can make infertility a deeply isolating experience. You might not know what to expect, or might think you don’t know anyone who has walked this lonely road before.
When struggling to achieve pregnancy, there are a number of questions that often come into the mind. One of the questions we’ve heard many times is in reference to weight and infertility, and whether or not they are related. The answer to this is a little more complicated than a simple yes or no. However, in this post we’ll explore the subject in depth to give you some insight, and hopefully answer many of the other questions surrounding this complex issue.
Are you a resident of the Houston or Greater Houston area that is looking for a fertility specialist? If so, you’ve come to the right place. The Center of Reproductive Medicine has some of the top fertility specialists in Houston, and today we’d like to share with you a few of the reasons why our clients love working with us. In this post we'll explore:
For most people, trying for a baby begins with a lot of excitement. You might find yourself shopping for baby clothes, planning to take parental leave, and wondering what pregnancy will be like -- for you or your partner. Working with an infertility specialist is probably the farthest thing from your mind. It might feel like something other people do.
The majority of us were raised believing that getting pregnant is easy. Parents warn their kids to avoid sexual activity in their younger years, instilling the fear in them that they will get pregnant and be responsible for the child when they are still a child themselves. This lead most people to think that once they chose to settle down and get pregnant on purpose, all it took was a few romantic nights with the one they loved and, boom, a baby would be made.
One in eight couples has trouble getting or staying pregnant. Yet many struggle for years without help. Only about 11% of people with fertility difficulties seek assistance from an infertility specialist. For some, it’s because they worry that a fertility specialist will cost too much. Others avoid fertility treatment because they think doing so means they are giving up. Don’t allow fear to color your decisions. Hiring an infertility specialist may be the best decision you ever make.
Have you ever uttered the phrase, “Oh I wish I had a sign?” or “If only something would send me a sign?” If so, you’re not alone. When people are struggling with things in life, they seek signs to guide them, and tell them that they are on the right path.
So you have decided that it is time to see a specialist for infertility. This is not an easy conclusion to come to, and there are still many difficult decisions you will have to make from here on out. What is undeniable, though, is that you want a family. You are so sure of this you are prepared to travel into unknown territory, and that is admirable.
A positive pregnancy test. It’s all you have been wanting, but for some reason it’s not happening. Part of you thinks it’s time to see a doctor, the other part of you thinks you might just need to relax. Is a fertility specialist right for you?
Switching fertility doctors can be a frustrating experience, particularly if you do so following many unsuccessful cycles. Yet switching fertility doctors can also offer a new chance at pregnancy. So don’t be discouraged. Sometimes the right doctor is the only thing standing between you and parenthood. So if you’re getting frustrated, here’s what you need to know about making the switch.
