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Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Conversations about infertility are hard, but essential | Letters

Infertility conversations lack a shared vocabulary, making support difficult; genuine communication involves acknowledging discomfort and expressing a desire to understand.
Parenting
fromFlowingData
4 weeks ago

Infertility path from the perspective of mother and child

Infertility and IVF present complex challenges in the journey to parenthood, often contrasting the perception of a straightforward process.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Infertility: at a time when we need the right words, others are unable to find them | Nuala McGovern

Infertility is a challenging topic that many struggle to discuss, leading to discomfort and inappropriate language.
fromWIRED
16 hours ago

A Startup Says It Grew Human Sperm in a Lab-and Used It to Make Embryos

The goal is to create thousands of sperm from a standard tissue biopsy. The company has had a high success rate in generating sperm from dozens of tissue samples.
Medicine
#fertility
Women in technology
fromFlowingData
13 hours ago

Lower fertility, probably delayed

Lower fertility can have positive effects, such as increased educational and career opportunities for women and a decrease in unplanned teen pregnancies.
#pregnancy
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Parenting

Women Are Sharing The Shocking Pregnancy Secrets That *No One* Talks About, And I Had No Idea

Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 day ago

5 Things That Are Totally OK To Share With Your Doctor When You're Expecting

Pregnancy lasts 40 weeks, leading to unique experiences and concerns that require supportive healthcare guidance.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

When Pregnancy Meets Body Commentary

Pregnant individuals should prioritize their personal experience and set boundaries against unsolicited comments and touch regarding their bodies.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Trying to conceive? Welcome to the worry-filled world of trimester zero'

Pregnancy involves uncertainty, with many couples facing challenges in conception and complications, but preparation during 'trimester zero' can improve outcomes.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Parenting

Women Are Sharing The Shocking Pregnancy Secrets That *No One* Talks About, And I Had No Idea

#contraception
Public health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Why Some Young Women Are Quitting Birth Control

Social media misinformation about contraception leads to fear and negative expectations, impacting young women's contraceptive choices and health outcomes.
Health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

For Great Sex, IUDs Beat the Pill

American women prefer the Pill for contraception, but it may negatively impact sexual satisfaction compared to IUDs.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Why Some Young Women Are Quitting Birth Control

Social media misinformation about contraception leads to fear and negative expectations, impacting young women's contraceptive choices and health outcomes.
Health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

For Great Sex, IUDs Beat the Pill

American women prefer the Pill for contraception, but it may negatively impact sexual satisfaction compared to IUDs.
fromJezebel
1 day ago

The Trump Admin Wants More Babies-and the Iran War Is Making Condoms More Expensive

Karex's CEO, Goh Miah Kiat, stated that they have to increase prices by up to 30% due to rising costs of synthetic rubber and nitrile, alongside freight and shipping costs.
World news
LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Rogue sperm donor who says he's fathered 180 children won't be on child's birth certificate

Robert Albon, a sperm donor, cannot be named on his biological child's birth certificate despite fathering 180 children worldwide.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
20 hours ago

'Adenomyosis ruined my life'

Adenomyosis causes debilitating pain and is often dismissed by healthcare providers, leading to frustration and inadequate treatment for affected women.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why corporate America should pay for women to freeze their eggs

The rising costs of egg freezing disproportionately affect women, impacting their family planning and economic participation.
#parenting
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago
Parenting

I Want to Have a Baby With My Wife. She Has Some Upsetting Rules for the Process.

Nadia's choice to avoid passing on genetic disorders is reasonable and should be respected.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Mother-in-Law Thinks This Common Childhood Toy Will Cause My Son to Become Sterile

Stand up for your parenting choices and ignore unsolicited advice from family.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

I Want to Have a Baby With My Wife. She Has Some Upsetting Rules for the Process.

Nadia's choice to avoid passing on genetic disorders is reasonable and should be respected.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Mother-in-Law Thinks This Common Childhood Toy Will Cause My Son to Become Sterile

Stand up for your parenting choices and ignore unsolicited advice from family.
#surrogacy
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

My Husband's Sister Refuses to Carry Our Baby for a Selfish, Irrational Reason

Surrogacy is a personal choice, and individuals have the right to refuse for any reason, including emotional discomfort.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

My Husband's Sister Refuses to Carry Our Baby for a Selfish, Irrational Reason

Surrogacy is a personal choice, and individuals have the right to refuse for any reason, including emotional discomfort.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'My lonely start to adulthood with endometriosis'

A peer-led support group for women with gynaecological health conditions has been established to combat stigma and loneliness.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Do you have heavy periods? Here's everything you need to know

Many women have endured difficulties with their menstrual cycles for years, often believing that their experiences were normal and that little could be done to help them.
Women
Cancer
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

My husband died 10 years ago. I just gave birth to our daughter at 49.

Laura Orrico shares her emotional journey to motherhood after a successful embryo transfer at 48, celebrating with her mother.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

GP laughed at woman with debilitating condition that sparked uncontrollable rage'

The Independent provides critical journalism on reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
#endometriosis
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Medicine

Endometriosis: 'It wasn't until I became a mother that I realised my period pain was the same level as labour pain'

Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Podcaster advocating for endometriosis awareness

A woman from Kenilworth advocates for endometriosis awareness after struggling for diagnosis and facing dismissal from medical professionals.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'Doctors thought my endometriosis was IBS'

Diagnosis delays for endometriosis have increased, with an average wait time of nine years and four months, impacting many women's health journeys.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

AR tech prepares patients for endometriosis surgery

A new augmented reality system helps patients with endometriosis understand their condition and surgical options more clearly.
Medicine
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Endometriosis: 'It wasn't until I became a mother that I realised my period pain was the same level as labour pain'

Persistent pain and delayed diagnosis of endometriosis significantly impact mental health and self-esteem.
Medicine
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

I've had six operations for endometriosis we need another way to diagnose it'

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women in the UK, with diagnosis often taking eight years, highlighting the need for better diagnostic options.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'I waited 30 years for my endometriosis diagnosis'

Many women face long delays in endometriosis diagnosis, leading to severe health complications and pain.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.
#fertility-treatment
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Mental health

Fertility Challenges Also Challenge Relationships

Fertility treatment increases stress and narrows social circles; preserving some relationships during treatment is worthwhile because friendships can outlast the fertility journey.
#ivf
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Anyone who goes through IVF 'should be so proud', says Sara Pascoe

IVF is a significant journey, and those who undergo it should feel proud of their efforts.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Something wasn't right': Wrong sperm given to UK families by IVF clinics in Northern Cyprus

IVF clinics in Northern Cyprus have been linked to cases of wrong sperm or egg donor usage, raising concerns about regulation and donor anonymity.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Anyone who goes through IVF 'should be so proud', says Sara Pascoe

IVF is a significant journey, and those who undergo it should feel proud of their efforts.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Something wasn't right': Wrong sperm given to UK families by IVF clinics in Northern Cyprus

IVF clinics in Northern Cyprus have been linked to cases of wrong sperm or egg donor usage, raising concerns about regulation and donor anonymity.
Health
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

A healthy pregnancy doesn't depend solely on the woman: why the father's health is crucial for child development

Father's health and behaviors significantly impact pregnancy outcomes and child development, challenging the traditional focus solely on the mother.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Ask Allison: My husband won't talk about our IVF heartbreak and he drinks - and drives, most nights

Rapid engagement and marriage can sometimes mask underlying issues that may only surface later, especially when couples have not lived together prior to tying the knot.
Relationships
#womens-health
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

600 women's health leaders warn of social media censorship

Over 600 women's health leaders warn that social media platforms censor medically accurate women's health information, perpetuating harmful stigma around reproductive and gynecological topics.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

'I shampooed with raw egg to try and get pregnant'

Barbora Gray launched She Thrives to provide accurate women's health information and combat misinformation on social media.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

600 women's health leaders warn of social media censorship

Over 600 women's health leaders warn that social media platforms censor medically accurate women's health information, perpetuating harmful stigma around reproductive and gynecological topics.
#sperm-quality
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

More frequent ejaculations may boost men's fertility, research suggests

Frequent ejaculations may improve sperm quality and fertility in men, as sperm deteriorates over time in the body.
Health
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

Sexual abstinence is BAD for men: Regular sex boosts sperm quality

Regular ejaculation improves sperm quality by reducing DNA damage and oxidative stress, enhancing fertility outcomes.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

More frequent ejaculations may boost men's fertility, research suggests

Frequent ejaculations may improve sperm quality and fertility in men, as sperm deteriorates over time in the body.
Health
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

Sexual abstinence is BAD for men: Regular sex boosts sperm quality

Regular ejaculation improves sperm quality by reducing DNA damage and oxidative stress, enhancing fertility outcomes.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

'It's a huge amount of money': Modern fertility medicine is a miracle - but it's also a booming business

Since the first IVF baby was born in 1978, technological advancement of reproductive medicine has enabled millions to have children, marking a significant milestone in medical history.
Medicine
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why the 'mad scramble' to fill hormone therapy prescriptions for menopause

Removal of FDA black-box warning on hormone therapy has increased demand, causing widespread pharmacy shortages of transdermal estrogen patches for menopausal symptom management.
Science
fromScienceDaily
2 months ago

This breakthrough could finally unlock male birth control

An enzyme-controlled molecular switch boosts sperm energy before fertilization, offering routes for improved infertility treatments and development of safe nonhormonal male contraception.
Exercise
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Cycle syncing exercise could optimize results for women

Hormonal fluctuations cause small, variable effects on strength, but muscle protein synthesis and growth can occur at any point in the menstrual cycle.
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Game-changing' urine tests could detect breast cancer, endometriosis and PCOS

Home-based urine tests are being developed to detect breast cancer, endometriosis, and PCOS with high accuracy, potentially reducing diagnostic waiting times.
Real estate
fromIndependent
2 months ago

My favourite room: 'Trying to get pregnant can be scary but it doesn't need to be' - inside the family home of fertility nutritionist Amy Swan

Amy Swan overcame fertility fears, now has two children, launched a new career, and created a family home featuring Battersea Power Station artwork.
Public health
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Understanding the Role of an Ovulation Tracker in Modern Fertility Care

Digital ovulation trackers detect LH surges to identify brief fertile windows, providing precise, real-time, and personalized fertility monitoring superior to calendar or symptom methods.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

How working from home could boost Britain's low fertility rate

Economists from King's College London (KCL) and Stanford University in America looked at parents' participation in the workforce in the US between 2023 and 2025, including the proportion who worked from home at least one day per week. They analysed the impact of this compared with those who did not work remotely.
Remote teams
Women in technology
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

Woman Repurposes IVF Syringes To Make Art. It Helped Her - And Other Families - Cope With Infertility

Artist Jamie Kushner Blicher transforms IVF needles into paintings, creating meaningful art that helps fertility patients process their journeys while donating proceeds to fertility organizations.
#egg-donation
fromKqed
3 months ago

What to Know about California's Law Expanding IVF Access in 2026 | KQED

The new law, Senate Bill 729, dictates that large insurance groups (defined as 101 or more employees) must expand their services to cover infertility treatments and diagnoses. In addition, according to the bill's text, large health insurance groups also must be able to cover "a maximum of 3 completed oocyte retrievals." Keep in mind that some of these services are for "medically necessary" cases of infertility - like egg freezing before cancer treatment.
California
Wellness
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Why Are Some Women Training for Pregnancy Like It's a Marathon?

A woman undertook extensive lifestyle and household changes, followed fertility influencers, and pursued extra testing to optimize fertility and reduce exposure to reproductive toxins.
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Woman Says Catholic Hospital Canceled Sterilization Surgery to 'Protect Her Sacred Fertility'

I've wanted to pursue sterilization since I learned that that was something that a person could do. I've tried a lot of different options for birth control, none of them have worked for me. She added that she never wanted kids, has a history of assault, and is worried about living in a state with one of the strictest abortion bans in the country.
Healthcare
Women
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

This 1 Condition Is Impacting More Women In Their Early 30s And 40s, Here's What You Need To Know

American women rank sixth globally in perimenopause literacy, revealing significant knowledge and diagnostic gaps despite increased mainstream conversation about menopause.
Women in technology
fromNature
1 month ago

Uncharted: Understanding women's health across the body

Women's health remains largely understudied due to historical exclusion from clinical research, creating significant gaps in understanding disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment across most health conditions.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Period blood test could offer less invasive alternative to cervical screening

Menstrual blood collected on a sanitary pad can detect cervical cancer signs, offering a potentially accurate, less invasive at-home screening alternative to clinician-collected cervical samples.
Medicine
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Healthy babies are now possible for more people with kidney disease

Women with kidney disease can now successfully carry pregnancies with proper medical management and kidney transplants, reversing decades of medical discouragement against pregnancy in this population.
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

"I Talked My Husband Into A Vasectomy & Now I Regret It" & 34 Other Mom Confessions

I can't even count the number of thoughts I have every single day, just bouncing around in my head like a ping pong ball. I think every mom feels the same way, which is why when you ask a mom what's on her mind, her response could range from something like "Oh, just thinking about my kid's new soccer team" to "The fall of democracy and the state of the world."
Parenting
#endometriosis-diagnosis
Medicine
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Like knives inside my body': How a new ultrasound simulator could help doctors better diagnose endometriosis

Endometriosis affects 10% of people with uteruses globally, causing severe pain and infertility, with a new ultrasound simulator training device improving clinician diagnosis accessibility.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Endometriosis study aims for safer diagnosis

An NHS clinical trial tests a non-invasive diagnostic method using abdominal electrodes to detect endometriosis, potentially reducing diagnosis delays that currently require surgery.
Medicine
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Like knives inside my body': How a new ultrasound simulator could help doctors better diagnose endometriosis

Endometriosis affects 10% of people with uteruses globally, causing severe pain and infertility, with a new ultrasound simulator training device improving clinician diagnosis accessibility.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Endometriosis study aims for safer diagnosis

An NHS clinical trial tests a non-invasive diagnostic method using abdominal electrodes to detect endometriosis, potentially reducing diagnosis delays that currently require surgery.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Tell us about your experience living with PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects over 10% of reproductive-age women and involves metabolic, cardiovascular, hormonal, psychological, skin, and reproductive impacts.
Medicine
fromNature
1 month ago

The missing pieces of menopause science

Perimenopause lacks clear diagnostic biomarkers and standardized treatment protocols, leaving clinicians with insufficient evidence-based guidance despite symptoms often being most severe during this transition phase.
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