When a couple decides to opt for an IVF treatment in hope of finally achieving the so-desired pregnancy, they still must make one more important decision: what should they do with the remaining embryos which will be created, but not...
December is such a magical month: we’re surrounded by beautifully decorated Christmas trees and colorful lights, and we’re listening to Christmas carols… But do you know what’s even better? Spending these Christmas holidays in Barcelona! And hopefully, spending next Christmas with...
2022 marks the 7th year in a row in which Fertility Europe, a Pan-European organization representing infertility associations, is dedicating an entire week to shed light on infertility problems Europeans face. With 28 member countries, Fertility Europe aspires to bring patients...
Did you know that up to 50% of IVF embryos are aneuploid, and are thus unable to achieve a viable pregnancy? Human aneuploidy was identified for the first time over 60 years ago, and since then, this topic has been heavily...
Did you know that the World Health Organization has declared October 10th as World Mental Health Day? Exactly 30 years ago, back in 1992, it was first celebrated at the initiative of the World Federation for Mental Health. This year’s theme...
September is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Awareness Month, and we will take this opportunity to talk about this condition, which although unknown, is very intriguing in its own right. We’ll begin by explaining what exactly PCOS is, and shortly after...
Every year, around a quarter of a million women around the world are diagnosed with ovarian cancer. September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, so let’s briefly go through the most important things you should know regarding this topic. Given that there isn’t...
Suggestions during the two-week wait (beta HCG waiting time): • Keep your mind busy. • Distinguish between the things that depend on you, and those that do not. • Slow down the pace of your day-to-day life and remember to take care...
Summer is a season like no other: the sun shining brightly makes our bodies release serotonin, which puts us all in a good mood. But have you ever wondered if hot weather has any impact on your fertility? It’s very difficult...
In the past, the concept of fertility preservation was considered the stuff of science fiction. However, the last few decades have proved that not only is it possible and completely safe, but millions of people across the globe would be...
