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a blog by S.I.F., November 9, 2010 –  Infertility is like a slap in the face. It feels like your body telling you that it?s giving up ? that it?s done, that it no longer wants to do what it?s supposed to do. What you tell it to…

For some time, doctors have linked IVF procedures to an increased risk of cerebral palsy, but the reason behind this puzzling statistic has not been fully understood. Now, a new study provides evidence that the underlying…

Special fertility financing plans may be available through your fertility clinic or from an independent organization that structures financial products for the infertility market. Companies including ARC Fertility, Fertility…

This month’s legal update begins in Spain where a homosexual couple has been denied the ability to register their twin children born to a California surrogate. This is another case in a string of cases involving homosexuals…

“I need some new coping strategies.” These were the opening words of a new client who came to see me recently. Then she added, “I have coping strategies that work in most situations, but they don?t work with infertility.” …

After several unsuccessful IVF cycles, and a public miscarriage; singer Celine Dion and her husband finally welcomed twin boys as the newest additions to their family. However, the path to parenthood was not without its…

Undergoing infertility treatments such as IVF can cause not only physical and emotional stress, but can bring financial strains as well. In order to help couples afford fertility treatments, a number of foundations and…

It has been proposed by many that acupuncture could positively impact the results of in vitro fertilization (IVF). The mechanisms proposed for this effect are several. How Acupuncture Can Help read more

I had a family party this weekend where I was able to spend time with my nieces and nephews. These are great kids that range from 2 to 8 years of age. We talked, played, danced and sang together. They are a lot of fun, but not…

When I talk with people who are considering adoption, many flinch and say, “I don’t want to have to sell myself.” Or “Why should we have to be in competition with all those beautiful and wealthy couples?” read more