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Why should we vitrify our oocytes?

Egg vitrification can delay the age of childbearing, but what other advantages does it offer? When should the eggs be devitrified once they have been frozen? Here is a brief overview of this procedure.

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Anxiety in assisted reproduction treatments

The COVID-19 pandemic has put mental health on the agenda. It is estimated that 1 in 4 people have or will have a mental health problem in their lifetime.

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Why do implantation failures happen?

The early stage of the embryo is crucial for its good development, but what if the embryo fails to form due to implantation or fertilisation problems? How do we differentiate between the two? Can the chances of implantation be improved? We answer these questions below.

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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.

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Anaesthesia in assisted reproduction: When is it used?

When we talk about assisted reproduction, many questions arise. For example, the anaesthesia used in some techniques. Is there sedation or local anaesthesia? How long does anaesthesia last? Here are some of the questions that we will answer below.

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Are natural fertility and IVF compatible?

One of the challenges of assisted reproduction is to find a way to respect the body's natural process as much as possible, although this is often not possible because it is not possible to conceive naturally.

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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.

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Embryo selection in assisted reproduction

In fertility treatments, each step is studied in detail in order to achieve the best results. One of the most important is the selection of embryos for transfer to the uterus. But do you know how the best embryos are chosen? Do you know what technique we use to avoid genetic diseases? We will tell you about it below.

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Book your appointment with our doctors specialising in assisted reproduction

Starting to plan a reproductive project usually involves uncertainty and indecision. Doubts arise as to which assisted reproduction clinic to choose, what treatments are available, what should be taken into account, etc.

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The natural approach to assisted reproduction

Are natural fertility and assisted reproduction compatible, and are there natural fertility methods? Below, we answer these questions and many more about natural fertility.

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When is assisted reproduction necessary?

Although the success of fertility treatments is a reality, there are still many doubts surrounding the risks involved or when to seek assisted reproduction. Here are the most common doubts associated with fertility programmes.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Problems with embryo implantation during assisted reproductive treatment

Did you know that the embryo implantation phase is the biggest challenge faced by specialists in reproductive medicine? This phase of pregnancy is directly related to the success rates of in vitro fertilisation treatments, but we still have a long way to go. Here is what you should know about this stage.

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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.

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How do probiotics improve female fertility during fertility treatment?

Vaginal flora is something you've probably heard of, right? The vaginal microbiota describes the same thing, i.e. the collection of bacteria that live and perform essential functions in the female genital area.

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Regenerate and revitalise the body for your fertility treatment Ovarian reserve and fertility

Ovarian reserve is the ability of the ovary to respond to ovarian stimulation. This parameter evaluates the number of eggs we can expect after ovarian stimulation. Indirectly, it indicates the chances of pregnancy in an assisted reproduction cycle with your own eggs.

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When does fertilisation occur after ovulation?

In this publication you will see the process of ovulation as never before, you will discover how the sperm are prepared to fertilise the egg and you will find out what the process of natural or in vivo fertilisation is like.

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What is the difference between an oocyte freezing and vitrification?

There are two methods for freezing oocytes and preserving your fertility: vitrification and slow freezing. But what advantages does vitrification have over classic freezing? How is it done? In this post you will find answers to these questions and learn more about the preservation of your fertility.

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Oocytes in our laboratory

Do you know what ovarian puncture is? Do you want to know if it hurts? In this publication you will find answers to the most common doubts about this phase of in vitro fertilisation treatments.

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How long does it take for the fertilised egg to implant?

You probably have some very clear concepts about pregnancy, such as gestational age, how embryologists measure the baby's development.

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How do you discover the quality of the embryos used in in vitro fertilization techniques?

In the world of assisted reproduction, there is a fundamental step to achieving pregnancy: the selection of the embryo with the greatest chances for success. Do you know what we take into account to evaluate an embryo's quality? If you want to know how we do it, keep reading!

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What is polycystic ovary syndrome?

Did you know that 1 in 10 women of childbearing age suffers from polycystic ovary syndrome? Not sure what that is? We tell you everything about PCOS in this post. Continue reading!

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What is implantation bleeding?

Late period and brown spotting? Could it mean that I am pregnant? In this blog post, we would like to talk about bleeding or spotting when one's period does not arrive -- and one type of bleeding in particular: implantation bleeding.

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Is it normal for my uterus to hurt if I'm pregnant?

Many sensations are experienced during pregnancy -- some of which are very pleasant, but others not so much. Therefore, it is normal for questions to arise about what is normal and what is not at this time. If you want to know which troubles are to be expected and which are not, read on!

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Symptoms of Pregnancy from the First Week

During the days prior to a pregnancy test, it is normal to be paying attention to any symptoms that may indicate pregnancy. Although it is normal to be pregnant and not have symptoms, in this article we tell you what the most common early symptoms are. Continue reading!

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Is there an age limit for assisted reproduction techniques?

Assisted reproduction techniques offer older women the possibility of becoming mothers. Let us tell you about the age limits to access them!

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Can I get pregnant on my non-fertile days?

In a woman's menstrual cycle, there are fertile days and less fertile days. The chances of getting pregnant are higher on fertile days, but it is also possible to become pregnant on the other days of the woman's cycle. Continue reading!