Health and fertility

Repeated miscarriages: What are the treatment options?

Recurrent miscarriages are a complex and frustrating infertility issue that requires a comprehensive and personalized evaluation. Faced with this problem, it is crucial for couples to seek specialized support and advice. Keep reading!

Conceiving after breast cancer

Women who wish to have children after cancer treatment have several options depending on how the treatment affects their ovarian reserve. Keep reading!

Breast cancer: reasons for hope

The diagnosis of cancer, including breast cancer, in women of reproductive age can raise additional concerns, as cancer treatments like chemotherapy can affect fertility. Keep reading!

Preparing for Conception: The Importance of Sex Education and Family Planning

Being well-informed and having good communication helps reduce anxiety and allows you to adopt family planning strategies that improve your chances of conceiving and starting a family. Keep reading!

How Sexual Health Impacts Fertility

Read the full interview with Dr. Serra on How Sexual Health Impacts Fertility.

Sexual health, a fundamental right

The celebration of World Sexual Health Day reminds us of the importance of inclusive and respectful education and dialogue, and the need to ensure access to sexual and reproductive health services for all people. Keep reading!

Do pelvic floor dysfunctions affect fertility?

Did you know that it is estimated that approximately 60% of women will suffer from some type of pelvic floor disorder during their lifetime?

What is an endometrial biopsy for?

In female reproduction, the term endometrium is commonly used, but what is it? How does it vary during the menstrual cycle? What is an endometrial biopsy for? We will answer all these questions below.

Does egg donation affect fertility?

Gamete donation in assisted reproduction is a subject that generates a lot of curiosity. For this reason, in this publication, we will answer the most frequently asked questions concerning egg donation.

How does implantation take place?

Many successful stages are required to achieve pregnancy: ovulation, fertilisation, etc.

Endocrine disruptors: Which toxic chemicals affect fertility?

There are many causes of infertility, but could endocrine disruptors be one of them? Do they affect reproduction and pregnancy? We will answer all these questions below.

I want to become a mother and I have endometriosis, what can I do?

Did you know that an estimated 10% of women in childbearing age in Spain suffer from endometriosis?

Do ovarian cysts affect fertility?

What are ovarian cysts? Are they common, and do they prevent pregnancy? These are some of the most frequently asked questions about ovarian cysts. For this reason, here is everything you should know about ovarian cysts.

The Omega-3 acid and its effect on male and female fertility

When we talk about nutrients, we usually think of vitamins and minerals such as zinc, calcium or folic acid.

What is a bicornuate uterus?

Uterine anomalies are congenital malformations of the female reproductive system caused by an alteration in the development of the Müllerian ducts.

How do I know if my eggs have a good quality?

Eggs are key to conception, so low egg quality and/or low ovarian reserve are common causes of female infertility. But what do we mean by "quality" and how is oocyte quality assessed?

Signs of a fertile cycle

Regular menstrual cycles are key to fertility. For this reason, in this publication we explain what cycles are like and how you can recognise the fertile days, those when a woman is most likely to get pregnant.

Does hypothyroidism affect fertility?

The thyroid gland is an endocrine gland located in the neck, which is involved in the production of thyroid hormones known as triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4).

These are the foods a pregnant woman should avoid

Maintaining a healthy diet is essential during pregnancy. However, you may have heard that you need to be careful with certain foods, such as certain meat preparations.

Do endometrial polyps affect fertility?

Have you ever heard of endometrial or uterine polyps? Do you know the symptoms and signs that characterise them? Is there a treatment?

The importance of hormones in a woman's fertility

During a woman's menstrual cycle, a series of hormonal variations occur that have an impact on fertility.

Single parenthood: What are the best fertility treatments?

At Barcelona IVF, we have been helping thousands of people for many years to make the decision of a lifetime: to start a family. There are many types of families, and we have different alternatives for each of them.

Do official bodies still advise vaccination against COVID-19 during pregnancy?

Yes, with the studies conducted to date, we have sufficient evidence of the effectiveness and safety of these vaccines for pregnant women.

The chances of getting pregnant with IVF according to age

Most women have had doubts about delaying childbearing at some time or another. But do you know what is the best age to become a mother? Is it possible to get pregnant at 40?

What is amniocentesis and when is it performed?

Fetal health is one of the most important aspects for expectant mothers. The ultimate goal is fetal protection; therefore, prenatal screening tests are available to protect the foetus.

Radiofrequency treatment for uterine fibroids

It is estimated that 1 in 5 women will have uterine fibroids during their fertile years. Here we tell you what they are, how they are diagnosed and how they can be treated.

Can I get pregnant with adenomyosis?

Some gynaecological disorders, although common in the population, are not well known. Such is the case of adenomyosis, do you know what it is, do you know how it affects fertility, and is it possible to become pregnant? Below, we will answer these questions.

Yoga and meditation to improve fertility

Over time we have discovered the mental and physical benefits of yoga. This practice that combines body, breath and mind is becoming increasingly popular for all it has to offer.

Grief after miscarriage

A miscarriage is known as the loss of a foetus before the 20th week of pregnancy. However, this is only the technical definition. Miscarriage is also such a profound experience that it is often considered a somewhat taboo subject and is poorly acknowledged.

Discover the importance of the gut in women's reproductive health

Did you know that your gut plays a key role in hormone balance? Molecular biology is proving that there is a relationship between different systems in our body, which is why integrative medicine was born. Here we tell you what psychoneuroimmunoendocrinology is all about.

Blog