Egg and embryo quality – What to know when the embryologist talks to you
In this arcticle, you will learn more about how the embryologist grades the appearance of embryos. The article explains how grades determine the quality of both a cleavage stage or …
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The man’s side of baby loss – a lonely limbo
A miscarriage is an experience which effects both the man and the woman in a relationship. This article tells you about the man’s side of a baby loss and how …
Everything you wanted to know about fertility treatment… but were too sad or angry to ask
Infertility can be a hard thing to talk about and really understand if you have not tried it on your own body. Read about dr. Anne Judge’s experience with infertility …
Using an Egg Donor – What You Should Know
If you need an egg donor to give life you your dream of having a child, there is a couple of things you need to know before starting the procedure. …
Thinking about adoption? Some things to consider
If you a considering adopting a child, there may be several different aspects to consider. In the following, you will learn more about types of adoption, what to expect in …
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Adoption: A U.S. Perspective
Adoption is a complex process, taking both time, money, and emotional investment. In this article you get to know the U.S. perspective on these aspects. When a person or couple …
The impact of fertility treatment on your relationship and sex life
7 tips to undergo the fertility treatment in the best possible way and learn how the relationsship and sex life might be affected by the level of stress your are …
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Being aware of your fertility, what should younger people know?
There tends to be a lack of knowledge among young people regarding fertility which can cause misinformed decision making on starting a family. In this article you will find information …
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The Easy Bit – A documentary about men and infertility
One in six couples in the UK is affected by infertility. Tom Webb is the Director of the documentary The Easy Bit which portrays six men’s experience with infertility. Tom …
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What is Klinefelter syndrome?
Klinefelter syndrome is a condition affecting boys and men born with an extra X chromosome. Chromosomes are present in all cells in the body and contain DNA. Some of the DNA …
The Impact of Genetic Tests and Social Media When Using a Sperm Donor
Learn more about the implications of social media and genetic testing technology when it comes to donor anonymity and the donor-conceived child’s search for its biological origins. A growing issue …
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Choosing between a Non-ID-Release or an ID-Release sperm donor: things to consider
The decision to use a sperm donor to have children is not one that anyone takes lightly. If treatment is successful, it is also the start of a new and …
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Fake fertility news or miracle reproductive cure? Unpicking fact from fiction in infertility headlines
There are many different stories, tips, and guides on how to improve fertility for both males and females. In this article, you will learn more about how to tell facts …
What to know about surrogacy
This article will explain more about surrogacy. Who needs a surrogate, what is full and partial surrogacy, and which clinical and legal considerations are connected to using a surrogate? Get …
Germs and sperm in the male genital tract
Learn more about the sperms’ journey through the genital tract and how germs, infections, and sexually transmitted diseases can affect the quality of the sperm. Male Genital Tract The male …
Co-Parenting Arrangements
The articles explains how among other things specialist legal advice and a bespoke written co-parenting agreement is key to the success of any co-parenting arrangement. What is co-parenting? There are …
What are varicoceles and why do they matter in infertility
Varicoceles is a condition that is relatively common to experience as a male. It can affect semen quality and fertility but treatable. Read this article to learn more about varicoceles …
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Lifestyle factors and male fertility – What you should know
Do you have a diagnosis with male sub-fertility or are you just curious as to how you can change your lifestyle to improve the quality of your semen? Read this …
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Relationship challenges when a man has sperm issues
It can be challenging for both partners in a relationship when a male experiences sperm issues. Read on to find out more about the respective challenges for males and females …
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The Basics of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
If you want to learn more about In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), this article is a good place to start. Read on to get the basic knowledge …
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When medical treatment affects your fertility – What can be done?
When undergoing a medical treatment it can compromise fertility, but what can be done both prior to and after the treatment is completed? Read more about the possibilities in this …
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Thinking about travelling abroad for fertility treatment? Things to consider
In this article both the positive and negative aspects of ferility treatment abroad is stated. There are many considerations to be had when wanting to travel abroad for fertilty treatment …
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Parenting as an older father
Do you want to know more about being an older father? In this article you can read about the more mature father after the age of 40 alongside advantages and …
Using Donor Sperm
In this article the need for a sperm donor, where to get one, and the different types of donors are explained. Futhermore, information on the children conceived through the donoation …
Having your sperm quality tested – How does it work?
Sperm quality is defined as the ability of sperm cells to fertilise an egg, but when is the best time to make a sample, how is it produced and how …
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What causes male infertility
Learn about how causes of infertility can be organized into pre-testicular, intratesticular, post-testicular, and extra testicular causes and how these may impact a man’s fertility. There are many potential causes …
Parenting after fertility problems
People who have had fertility problems tend to be committed and dedicated parents. But how do you learn to become a parent, get to know the baby, or deal with …
Selecting a sperm donor
Why is sperm donation needed, who can be a spermdonor and what is the process? This article will let you know this, what conditions donors get screened for, and the …
Sperm storage (cryopreservation)
Frozen sperm can last for the rest of your life, but there are things to be considred in terms of tests required, how it is documented, and when it is …
Freezing and storage of sperm and egg cells
What is sperm and oocyte/egg cryopreservation? Learn more about what cryopreservation is and why it is commonly used in fertilty treatments. Gametes (sperm and egg) can undergo cryopreservation (freezing) for …
Life after infertility
Finding the joy in life after infertility can be a challange where counselling might be nessesary. Read about how tough decisions and grief, in many occations, is a big part …
What is a semen analysis and how is it performed?
Do you want to know more about how a semen analysis is performed, what the scientist look at, and how a semen sample is produced? In this article you will …
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The emotional side of male infertility on men
Infertility is stressful. There is a mountain of research to support this. We as clinicians and scientists understand a great deal about the emotions that women experience when they are …
The impact of spinal cord injury on male fertility
What is the spinal cord? The spinal cord is bundle of nerve tissue inside the backbone. This nerve tissue is responsible for transmitting signals between your brain and your body. …
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What to know about the production of sperm and the testes
The process of making sperm occurs in tiny tubes within the testes, called seminiferous tubules (tubes), containing special cells called Sertoli cells. These cells guide the germ cells (cells from …
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Is men’s sperm quality and number getting worse?
For over 30 years there have been claims that sperm counts have fallen by over a half, though not everyone has accepted this. Sperm quality, which describes whether the shape …
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Beyond normal sperm testing: What other tests can be done on sperm and are they helpful?
A basic semen analysis – compromising sperm count, sperm motility and morphology (the shape and size of sperm) is the strongest predictor of likelihood of pregnancy when considering male factor …
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Male reproductive system – How does it all work?
Testicles and sperm The testicles (or testes) are two oval structures that are located within the scrotum. The reason that the testicles are outside body is that the optimum temperature …
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Female fertility basics – The man’s guide to female fertility
Whether or not you and your partner are trying to get pregnant, it will be helpful to first understand how the female body works in relation to fertility or if …
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What are the risks of fertility treatment?
So many people have had treatments like IVF and ICSI, that it is easy to think that there is no risk in having them. But all medical treatment carries some …
Telling others about my fertility issues: Is it helpful and how should I do it?
Pushed for time? The short answer is yes, but unless you’re talking to a counsellor or someone with similar personal experience, you need to think about who and how… My …
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What is counselling and how can it help when having fertility problems
Counselling? Me? Sitting in a room for an hour with a well-meaning therapist, with just a box of tissues between you, may not be top of your list of fun …
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Vasectomy reversal: What are the possibilities?
The main reason for undergoing a vasectomy is for male contraception/sterilisation when one’s family has been completed. This works by preventing sperm from the testes reaching the semen that is …
What is Surgical Sperm Retrieval and Who Needs It?
Surgical sperm retrieval is a broad term used to describe several types of procedures that can be used to recover sperm directly from the testicles when there is no sperm …
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Erection and ejaculation: Getting sperm to the egg
Problems with erection This is a key aspect of how people have children, but there are a few aspects that need to be mentioned:How do men get erections? For a …
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Knowing when to stop fertility treatment
Starting fertility treatments can feel overwhelming, but stopping can feel impossible. During my own infertility experience, I participated in a support group where our leader invited us to image our …
Talking to your children about having used a sperm donor
You’re not alone as a Dad if you’re finding it difficult to think about how to talk with your child about having used a sperm donor. The good news is …
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Male fertility check – What happens at the clinic?
Attending for a fertility check at a clinic is an important part of your journey towards parenthood. Nowadays, men should expect to be assessed, especially if a male fertility problem …
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Pregnancy loss (miscarriage) – How to cope with it
Any time a pregnancy ends in a loss, there are very complex feelings for the couple. The loss may be particularly hard if the pregnancy followed lengthy infertility treatment or …
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How to support your female partner through your fertility journey
Fertility investigations and treatment can be both emotionally and physically challenging. Many couples will feel a huge sense of grief and injustice, which can leave couples worried about the impact …
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Reasons why men become sperm donors
You have probably wondered, why do men decide to become donors in a sperm bank? A chat with three Danish sperm donors might help us understand some of the thoughts …