On the Infertility Bookshelf- Part Two So much information about infertility! How can you choose? For some people, book reviews and checking to see if a resource is given a good amount of stars helps guide the weeding out process. For others, they want to devour any and all information about infertility in order to feel they are prepared for “anything and everything.” Recently, HRC Fertility – Rancho Cucamonga published a review of two books written by community members who have lived and breathed the infertility experience. This article was well received, thus we offer a...
COULD IT BE PCOS?
COULD IT BE PCOS? First it is the unexplained weight gain. Followed by an irregular and perhaps painful menstrual period. Then comes unusual facial hair. Many women start to become concerned and frustrated by the changes of their bodies. Finally, a trip to a medical specialist confirms that this is not “usual”. The diagnosis many times is only four letters long- PCOS . PCOS patients are often relieved to have their symptoms finally given a label – Polycyctic Ovarian Syndrome. Although more common than many think, it often is a secret disease – one which...
Super Doctors 2014
Congratulations Dr. Jane Frederick for receiving the Southern California Super Doctor Award for 2014. Stay tuned for the January issue of Los Angeles Magazine where the super doctors of 2014 will be published.
WRITING YOUR WAY TO EMOTIONAL HEALTH!
WRITING YOUR WAY TO EMOTIONAL HEALTH! By Louise Sattler, Psychologist Life can be full of challenges with some requiring great strength, endurance, confidence and courage. This is exceptionally true when faced with infertility. As we enter the new year it may be time to resolve to start the year proactively – especially if have experienced infertility but are hoping to bring a baby in to your life by the time the calendar flips to 2015. The first step is the hardest. Admitting you need answers as to why you are unable to become pregnant and then asking for...
Part two – Acupuncture and Infertility
Part two – Acupuncture and Infertility In our previous blog, Jean Morris, acupuncturist discussed how acupuncture can be very instrumental in helping with infertility. We will continue giving some more “nuts and bolt ” to this subject in this second half of the blog series. First, acupuncture is often a scary proposition for some. The thought of needles can be a bit more than most can handle. Here is a video that explains the acupuncture technique related infertility. It is presented in a way that stressed that acupuncture often works hand in hand with traditional western medicine, especially with structural...
Infertility and Acupuncture Part One
Infertility and Acupuncture Part One by Shara Lawrence-Weiss Can acupuncture increase your rate of fertility? Not all experts agree on the answer to that question but don’t write off the premise too quickly. Acupuncture is most commonly used to treat chemotherapy patients, fibromyalgia, headaches, labor pain, low back pain, menstrual cramps, migraines, osteoarthritis, dental pain, and tennis elbow (MayoClinic.com). Acupuncture is increasingly being used to treat infertility, as well. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/acupuncture/MY00946 While more studies are needed, Medicinenet.com shares: “In 2002, researchers studied the effects of acupuncture on pregnancy rates. Women having fertility treatments were assigned to either a control group or an acupuncture...
The Night Before Christmas turned into an Infertility Success Story
The Night Before Christmas turned into an Infertility Success Story By Dara Blaker from DaraonRadio.com ‘Twas the day of your birth What a trip it has been. I’ll tell you the story, But where to begin? We tried and we tried, But no baby was had. We cried and we prayed We were even quite mad. We didn’t know what to do Or know where to turn. But persistence pays off Of this we will learn. We found a great Doc Who knew what to do. We both took some tests And filled out a form…or two. ...
Diagnostic and Treatment Options Podcast free to listen by Dr. Jane Frederick!
Board Certified Ob/Gyn and Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility, Dr. Jane Frederick, FACOG explains the effect of age on reproduction, as well as the latest advances in the causes of infertility. Click here to listen: Featured Speaker: Dr. Jane Frederick, FACOG Fertility 101: Your Diagnostic and Treatment Options<
Diagnostic and Treatment Options Podcast with Dr. Jane Frederick
Approximately 1 in 5 couples have trouble conceiving a child. Both men and women can be infertile, so what are the fertility evaluation and treatment options for men and women? Listen here to Dr. Jane Frederick as she explains the effect of age on reproduction, as well as the latest advances in the causes of infertility in her latest podcast. Click here to listen: http://orangecountyfertilitydr.com/weekly-dose-of-wellness/