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Ask the Docs: Optimizing Natural Fertility
On August 24, 2021, Drs. John Frattarelli, Anatte Karmon, and Emily Goulet hosted a Facebook live session entitled: “Optimizing Natural Fertility.” August is National Wellness Month and we are focusing on self-care, managing stress, and promoting healthy routines. In addition, there are many myths and misconceptions surrounding natural ways of optimizing fertility that were dispelled. […]
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TESE- Testicular Sperm Extraction
ThursdayThoughts As promised, each Thursday, we will now offer you a piece of educational, science, or research related information. The purpose of our #ThursdayThoughts post is to share with you fact-based content that can enlighten and assist you on your fertility journey. Enjoy our post! Helping to Create New Beginnings… TESE- Testicular Sperm Extraction What […]
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Supplements to optimize pregnancy
Adequate supplementation of macro and micronutrients are important for women undergoing fertility treatment. Macronutrients are replenished from our food intake of protein, carbohydrate and fat following the daily recommendations. One of the most important supplements to begin prior to attempting pregnancy is prenatal vitamins which contain folic acid. Folic acid decreases the chance of offspring […]
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Journey Makalapua Rose: Our August Baby of the Month
“Our fertility struggle was a physical and emotional rollercoaster difficult to overcome, but we held onto hope and the faith of having a child of our own one day.” Mom Jenn and husband Matt wanted to start having children, soon after they married in 2015. They tried to conceive naturally with no success. A few […]
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Hyperprolactinemia and Fertility
Ultrasound and blood work for hormone levels are often part of the evaluation for infertility.. In patients with a history of infertility and irregular cycles or pregnancy loss, checking a blood prolactin level is indicated. If this lab is elevated at the initial testing, it is usually repeated prior to initiating any further testing or […]