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What are phenotypes?
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What are phenotypes?

Are half the genes inherited from the mother and half from the father? Do environmental factors influence a person's observable physical traits? Here are some interesting questions about genetics.

The fate of frozen embryos
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The fate of frozen embryos

Did you know that it is estimated that 59% of Spanish patients who complete an assisted reproduction treatment do not say what they want to do with the leftover embryos?

Can I know what blood type my baby will have?
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Can I know what blood type my baby will have?

There are four types of blood groups: A, B, 0 and AB depending on the characteristics present in the membrane of the red blood cells. Persons of group A have blood cells with the A marker,…

Phimosis: what is it and how does it affect you?
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Phimosis: what is it and how does it affect you?

We explain what phimosis is, how it affects men who suffer from it and whether or not it puts male fertility at risk. Keep reading!

Do ibuprofen and paracetamol affect fertility?
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Do ibuprofen and paracetamol affect fertility?

Do ibuprofen and paracetamol affect male and/or female fertility, can they be taken during pregnancy, find out more here!

Pregnancy after cancer: is it possible?
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Pregnancy after cancer: is it possible?

We tell you if cancer and pregnancy are always suitable. Get to know which technics there are to preserve fertility!

What medication can be taken during pregnancy?
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What medication can be taken during pregnancy?

We let you know which are the drugs you are not supposed to take during pregnancy and which ones are safe. Inform yourself!

The epigenetics of egg donation: What is it?
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The epigenetics of egg donation: What is it?

We tell you what epigenetics of egg donation is and which is the relation between the gestational mother and the embryo. Find out!

Varicocele, what is it and how does it affect fertility?
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Varicocele, what is it and how does it affect fertility?

We tell you what varicocele is, how it affects male fertility and the solutions there are to achieve pregnancy. Find out!

IVF with egg donation from 3850 euros
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IVF with egg donation from 3850 euros

Discover what IVF with egg donation is about and in which cases it is recommended. Find out more here!

Lateral or inclined uterus: how does it affect fertility?
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Lateral or inclined uterus: how does it affect fertility?

Inverted or in retroversion uterus is a variant in its position inside the pelvis. Does it affect when it comes to trying to get pregnant?

Blocked Fallopian Tubes, Is there any solution?
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Blocked Fallopian Tubes, Is there any solution?

The fallopian tubes play a fundamental role in fertilization. Is it possible to become pregnant if they are blocked ? Learn more about it!

Should we have a second child, yes or no?
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Should we have a second child, yes or no?

Deciding whether to have a second child is dependent on many factors: age, family support. If you are filled with doubts this article is for you.

Egg freezing Myths: Are there any risks?
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Egg freezing Myths: Are there any risks?

Even though it is an extremely safe treatment some doubts are still widespread. We are going to talk about common myths surrounding egg vitrification.

Egg Vitrification. When to start?
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Egg Vitrification. When to start?

Maternity planning is within everyone's reach. But what is the ideal age to do a vitrification treatment? Get more info here!

Egg donation, how to face the emotional impact?
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Egg donation, how to face the emotional impact?

Egg donation is one of the most performed reproduction treatments, but it can have a great emotional impact. Learn more about it in the blog!

Sport during assisted reproductive treatment and pregnancy
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Sport during assisted reproductive treatment and pregnancy

Sport and assisted reproduction: Is it beneficial to do sport during the ovarian stimulation phase or once pregnancy has been achieved? The answer is here!

Seven tips for choosing the right fertility clinic
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Seven tips for choosing the right fertility clinic

How to choose the right clinic? What do we need to value before making a decision? In this article, we will go through 7 key points you must take into account.

Natural cycle IVF, what is it about?
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Natural cycle IVF, what is it about?

Natural cycle IVF is a form of in vitro fertilization that is based on obtaining a single high quality ovule. Find out everything about this treatment!

Fibroids and fertility, are they a threat to pregnancy?
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Fibroids and fertility, are they a threat to pregnancy?

Fibroids can reduce fertility or prevent pregnancy, so it is important to go to gynecological examinations.

Thyroid and fertility issues: is there any connection?
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Thyroid and fertility issues: is there any connection?

Get to know in detail the relationship between thyroids and fertility and how to be able to avoid the effects hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism can cause. Keep on reading!

Embryoscope, what is it and what are its advantages?
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Embryoscope, what is it and what are its advantages?

From Barcelona IVF, we explain what is the Time-Lapse Embryoscope or Incubator, its benefits and the treatments for which it is recommended. Read more about it here!

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Azoospermia, is it possible to have children?

Even though is it one of the most extreme cause of infertility, assisted reproduction treatments offer the possibility to reach a pregnancy.

How  to prepare for an in vitro fertilization
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How to prepare for an in vitro fertilization

Before starting an IVF it is important to know the steps and recommendations you must follow in order to achieve a high success rate for the procedure.

How to improve semen quality
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How to improve semen quality

Male infertility is often caused because of bad seminal quality. Find out how how to improve semen quality. Keep on reading!

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I would like to have kids; how long should I wait before getting pregnant?

The best age to have a baby, biologically speaking, is aroung 30 years old. If you want to become a mother but still need some time, contact us.

How to calculate the date of delivery after an IVF?
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How to calculate the date of delivery after an IVF?

It usually is between weeks 38 and 42, but if you want to figure out how to calculate the due date after IVF, we let you know in this post.

When to take a pregnancy test after IVF
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When to take a pregnancy test after IVF

The pregnancy test consists of an evaluation which determines the level of beta-hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), a hormone produced by the cells of the placenta after embryo implantation.

IVF and work: Is a sick leave necessary?
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IVF and work: Is a sick leave necessary?

When undergoing ART you may have concerns about work. Read our post to find out how to reconcile work and IVF.

False myths on assisted reproduction
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False myths on assisted reproduction

There are many false myths on assisted reproduction. At Barcelona IVF we clarify some of the most common ones, don’t miss out!