HERBS FOR INVITRO-FERTILIZATION

Since herbs played a huge role in making my husband and I parents, I am always happy to share information on my blog about other herbs that I come across which can help in this regard.

This one I am particularly interested in because it is the first time that I am coming across one that has a part to play in invitro-fertilization.

Embryo Implantation Herbal Support (Prenatal Herbal Support) contains a balanced combination of herbs which helps in the embryo implantation process. 

I know there is a lot of stress associated with the Invitro-Fertilization process, as I have read many stories in this regard. Some good news then, this product is said to also relieve stress and prevents weight gain.

If you are so interested, follow the link below to learn more:-

http://ivfherbalsupport.com//ivf-embryo-implantation-herbal-support-p-2.html?gclid=CJSmlfq7ybUCFQGunQod6lkAtg

PREMATURE OVARIAN FAILURE (EARLY MENOPAUSE) AND FERTILITY

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I have watched helplessly as my body changedover the last year or so to the point where I became very concerned that I could be entering into early menopause.   I Remember telling a friend of mine that I feel like I am living in someone else’s body as I cannot predict what will happen around ovulation and menstruation for any given month. I also felt at times like my body was literally turning on me. As a result of this, I consulted Dr. Google, but luckily the symptoms associated with early menopause is not really what I have been experiencing.  I have since summed it up to just age taking its natural course, because it is said that a woman’s body changes in function as she ages.

According to an article in Medical News today, my concern was certainly not too far off, because Premature Ovarian Failure (POF) or Early Menopause seem to be on the rise, affecting 1 in 100 women. The good news though is, there is still hope for women who wish to have a baby.

From the article

"For women who wish to have a baby, the options include either adoption or achieving a pregnancy by oocyte or embryo donation. In oocyte donation it is necessary to prepare the endometrium for implantation. This can be successfully achieved by incremental doses of estradiol valerate and then progesterone therapy. This creates an endometrium receptive to embryo implantation.

The cause of POF is still largely unknown. The condition is usually permanent but ovarian activity can resume and fertility has been noted among 5-10% of women with the diagnosis. 

The main symptoms of POF include irregularity of the menstrual cycle, oestrogen deficiency in the form of hot flushes, night sweats and loss of libido.

A physical examination, including height, weight and body mass index, is essential. Once POF is confirmed the main areas of treatment include education, counselling and psychological support, treatment of oestrogen deficiency symptoms and fertility management.” 

Read more about Premature Ovulation Failure (Early Menopause) by following the link below.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/222689.php

CRAMPING IN PREGNANCY

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I experienced cramping before I even knew I was pregnant and it was such a discomfort that I had to ask my local pharmacist for something to give me some ease. Luckily what she gave me, had no negative effects on my pregnancy.

There are many reasons why women experience cramping during pregnancy. In early pregnancy, (first trimester) cramping usually results because of implantation, which usually takes place anywhere from 8 to 10 days after ovulation and as this trimester progresses into the second, cramping results because your abdomen and ligaments are now stretching to accommodate your growing baby.

In the third trimester, cramping usually results, because of  what is commonly known as Braxton Hicks contractions. These occur because your muscles are now stretching and preparing for childbirth. Gas, usually result in some cramping as well.

Please note that if your cramping is severe and accompanied by bleeding, chills, fever, vaginal discharge etc., you should be checked out by a doctor immediately.

Having said that, there are other reasons that you might be experiencing cramping that should be checked out by your doctor as well, and these are:-

• Stomach virus
• Food poisoning
• Appendicitis
• Urinary infection
• Pre-clampsia
• Kidney infection

If you have ascertained that your cramping is not an indicator of anything serious happening to you or 

your baby, here are some simple  techniques that you can employ, to help with your discomfort:-

• Avoid quick positional changes
• Try bending backward to relieve the pain. Be careful not to bend too far backwards as you could end up having back pains as well
• If gas is why you are experiencing cramps, try walking around and doing other light exercises to ease the discomfort. 

Source:- http://www.pregnancy-calendars.net/cramping.aspx