If you're over 40, as a lot of parents are, you run the risk of decreasing levels of testosterone. An article in the Wall Street Journal recaps the controversy around testosterone replacement therapy for older men, especially with the negative associations with testosterone and sex. The WSJ article points out: There are even more unknowns about the risks and benefits of … [Read more...] about If you’re tired and grumpy, it might not be the kids…it might be your testosterone
Pregnancy
A baby or your money back – more fertility clinics guaranteeing a baby!
Iconoculture.com, a leading trends website is predicting a new trend of money-back guarantees for fertility services. Some facilities are already offering refunds if birth is not the happy result of the $17,000 investment for women under 35. Their data says that 80% of couples would pay more for a money-back program. Iconoculture goes on: Fertility seems to be one of … [Read more...] about A baby or your money back – more fertility clinics guaranteeing a baby!
Caffeine and fertility
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
Kick Counting: How should I Count the Kicks?
If your healthcare provider has determined your pregnancy to be high-risk, start kick counting at 24 weeks. Otherwise, begin at 28 weeks. Do kick counting about the same time each day during the time period when your baby is usually active. Get in a comfortable sitting or lying position. Relax and dedicate this time to feel your baby's precious … [Read more...] about Kick Counting: How should I Count the Kicks?
Kick Counting: Optimizing the Chance of Delivering a Healthy Baby
Kick counting is much more than just knowing that your baby moves. Kick counting can be a bonding time for both you and your partner, as together you can proactively protect your baby. It is best to systematically record daily kick counting to learn about your baby’s baseline movement rather than rely on memory recall. Your familiarity with your baby’s movements helps identify … [Read more...] about Kick Counting: Optimizing the Chance of Delivering a Healthy Baby