Myths And Misconceptions About In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
IVF or In Vitro Fertilisation is not without its fair share of myths. Some people see IVF as an expensive treatment that only rich people can afford. To some, IVF treatments always result in twins and triplets. In this article, we have listed ten prevalent myths surrounding IVF and contrasting facts that dispel these myths: […]
Firing Blanks – An Article on Male Infertility
We sat together 4 of us, at a friend’s house, celebrating the birth of his bouncing baby boy, each one of us sharing our labour room experience and the joy of having children. This chit – chat continued when suddenly Eddy a hunk of a guy said “I can’t imagine myself firing blanks, kai God […]
Top 10 fertility myths debunked
Myth 1: GETTING PREGNANT IS EASY Reality — Statistics tell us a different story. It’s now estimated that one in four couple in Nigeria will have fertility issues over their reproductive lifetime. Myth 2: SPERM LIVE FOR ONLY A FEW HOURS Reality — The lifespan of sperm varies from man to man, but in general sperm can […]
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT FERTILITY CLINIC FOR YOU
Finding the right fertility clinic for you can be a daunting task. With so many clinics to choose from, how do you choose among them? Where do you start? What’s important in a clinic, anyway? Take a look below to find six essential factors to weigh when selecting a fertility clinic that is right for […]
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) And Infertility
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the female reproductive organs. It usually occurs when sexually transmitted bacteria spread from the vagina to the uterus and upper genital tract. Many women who develop pelvic inflammatory disease either experience no signs or symptoms or don’t seek treatment. Symptoms of serious infections commonly occur toward the […]
How Everyday Toxins Can Cause Male Infertility
Sometimes it’s the little things that can lead to bigger problems, such as male infertility. A lot of men are doing things in their lifestyle that will adversely affect their sperm, and these men rarely ever stop to consider how their everyday habits can actually be toxic for their fertility. This article explains how everyday toxins can cause […]
10 Tips For Facing Infertility
Infertility means not being able to become pregnant after a year of trying. If a woman keeps having miscarriages, it is also called infertility. Lots of couples have infertility problems. About a third of the time, infertility can be traced to the woman. In another third of cases, it is because of the man. The […]
Pictures From Nordica Hysteroscopy Workshop
Nordica Fertility centre, Lagos held its Hysteroscopy workshop on the 16th and 17th May, 2013. It was a-2day Basic Hysteroscopy Workshop and the facilitators include: Dr. Abayomi Ajayi (Managing Director, Nordica Fertility Centre, Lagos), Dr. Abiodun Fakokunde(Consultant/obstetrician & Gyneacologist, NorthMiddlesex University College Hospital, London) and Dr. Dan Selo-Ojeme (Consultant/obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Chas Farm and Barnet Hospital, […]
Fertility Tests
FOR WOMENFor women, a number of tests can be used to try to establish the cause of infertility. These include: General physical exam – the doctor will ask the woman about her medical history, medications, menstruation cycle, and sexual habits. She will also undergo a gynecological examination. Blood test – several things will be checked, […]
Positive Affirmations For Fertility
Came across this and think at the very least it will help to get you used to positive thinking during this roller coaster journey and wanted to share with everyone!I urge all of you to take the time to create an affirmation for your fertility journey. It can be simple, just a word, thought, prayer, […]
