An article in the New York Times today suggests a link between miscarriages and consumption of more than 200mg. of caffeine (2 cups of coffee or five cans of soda) per day for pregnant women. I'm a skeptic when it comes to coffee fears since they have always proven to be unfounded. However, this study, just published in the American Jouranl of Obstetrics and Gynecology says … [Read more...] about Caffeine and fertility
Fertility
Considering Becoming a Dad after 50? 5 Risks
While the prospect of becoming a dad at 50 can be as exciting as at 30, it can have its share of complications or risks.According to researchers at the University of California, sperm count decreases with age and sperm tends to get sluggish and lose their ability to approach an egg. Other research in the UK and the US has found that sperm quality can deteriorate as men get … [Read more...] about Considering Becoming a Dad after 50? 5 Risks
The Fertility Secret You Should Never Tell
As a guy, we warn you about one key thing that should be a pact between you and your wife. Neither of you should ever tell anyone who’s “fault” it is that you’re having trouble getting pregnant (if you even want to share that with others). Of course, if you’re the “let it all hang out” types, this advice doesn’t apply. However, if your wife, or even you, shares the secret, you … [Read more...] about The Fertility Secret You Should Never Tell
What Guys Can Expect at the Fertility Clinic
If the fertility clinic requires insertion of your sperm into your wife’s uterus or cervix, you’ll be asked to go to the fertility clinic and provide a good strong dose while she is propped up and waiting for your sperm. This experience is likely more like the fertility clinic stories you’ve heard. A nurse, likely female, will lead you into a small, usually windowless … [Read more...] about What Guys Can Expect at the Fertility Clinic
Talking About Fertility Options With Your Wife
Fertility issues – when it’s the guy’s fault First of all, fertility is a medical issue and difficulties conceiving a baby are never anyone’s “fault.” You can repeat this over and over again, but it is true that in our culture, it is a big hit to your masculinity if you can’t father a child. People may feel sorry for a woman with fertility troubles but no one makes any … [Read more...] about Talking About Fertility Options With Your Wife