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Kandi’s IVF Journey
When it comes to women's health, it's essential to be educated on the body's natural processes. But I would also like to recognize the real women who have first-hand experience with fertility complications and treatments. When brave women share their stories, it reminds us that we do not have to bear any burden alone. Kandi Matherne is a wife and mother who experienced fertility complications and has shared her story with us. I enjoyed gaining insight into Kandi's IVF journey and how it led to her beautiful family. Kandi's Story In 2006, Kandi found out that her fallopian tubes were
Insulin Resistance: A Silent Roadblock to Fertility
If you and your partner face challenges in your journey to conceive, it's important to know that you're not alone. A recent Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism study shows roughly 44% of young adults live with insulin resistance. Thus, the correlation between insulin resistance and infertility is worth recognizing. What is Insulin Resistance (IR)? The Cleveland Clinic defines insulin resistance as when the body's tissues do not react appropriately to insulin, causing high blood sugar levels. How your body utilizes glucose (sugar) can be explained like a lock and key. A lock symbolizes the cells that form your body,
Infertility Treatments: Western vs. Eastern Medicine
The inability to conceive after 12 months of unprotected intercourse may lead to a diagnosis of infertility. This condition can be frustrating for couples and individuals. It has contributed to anxiety, depression, and divorce. Although treatments are available, education and research have been limited. Oftentimes, women endure the hardship of attempting treatments, failing to conceive, and just giving up. Instead, the mindset around treatment should be focused on facing this challenge with hope and grace for you and your body. OBGYNs and fertility specialists treat symptoms to achieve conception by using Western medicine therapies. In comparison, Chinese medicine doctors, Ayurvedic
Donor Egg Bank USA™: A Leader in Frozen Donor Egg and Building Families
In response to the growing need for a nationwide database of diverse egg donors, Donor Egg Bank USA™ was launched in 2012 to assist families in their dreams of having a baby. Today, Donor Egg Bank USA is known as a leader in frozen donor egg, becoming a top choice for intended parents and physicians alike. Since their first egg lot shipment in early 2012, Donor Egg Bank USA has helped bring more than 8,500 babies into the world in the U.S. with more than 13,000 warmings, the highest among all other egg banks. Additionally, Donor Egg Bank USA’s popular
