73-year-old Indian woman gives birth to twin baby girls
Erramatti Mangayamma had tried to conceive naturally for 57 years to no avail. Continue reading
Fertility
‘Living hell’: 2 couples suing fertility clinic after embryo mixup
The two couples are suing the CHA Fertility Center for medical malpractice and negligence, among other claims. Continue reading
Don’t smoke pot if you’re struggling to conceive: doctor
Cannabis could be bad for your fertility, studies show. Continue reading
The frustration and struggle behind an ‘unexplained infertility’ diagnosis
By Kim Smith Reporter
One in four couples who enter a fertility clinic will leave with a diagnosis of “unexplained infertility.” Continue reading
Winnipeg dad looks to raise awareness for couples facing infertility issues
With nearly 16 per cent of Canadians facing infertility, a Winnipeg father is hoping to raise awareness and provide more resources to help deal with the issue. Continue reading
‘Fertility isn’t funny’: Why you shouldn’t pretend to be pregnant on April Fools’ Day
According to Statistics Canada, roughly 16 per cent of couples in Canada experience infertility — and it’s a condition that can take a serious mental toll. Continue reading
How fertility apps are changing the way women conceive
More women are using fertility tracking apps to plan — or prevent — pregnancy. Continue reading
IVF linked to slightly higher risk of pregnancy complications, study says
Women who become pregnant using fertility treatments, particularly in-vitro fertilization, have a slightly higher risk of severe complications around the time of delivery compared to women who conceive naturally, research suggests. Continue reading
Canadian fertility clinic reports 180% increase in elective egg freezing
By Kim Smith Reporter
Starting a family later in life comes with the risk of increased infertility, which is one reason there’s been a huge spike in the number of women freezing their eggs. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Why men are willing to donate sperm — and are using Facebook to make the arrangements
An increasing number of men are going online to make arrangements to donate sperm through Facebook or connection websites. Here’s why they donate. Continue reading