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What Can I Do If I Haven’t Been Able To Get Pregnant? Although pregnancy may seem like an inevitable event in a woman’s life,1 in 8 women will have difficulty conceiving. If you have been trying to conceive and have been unsuccessful, you do not need to feel like you are alone. There are many resources available to help, and discussing your concerns with your gynecologist or infertility specialist may be the first step to achieve that goal. How long do I try before visiting my doctor? A healthy fertile couple has approximately a 20% chance of achieving pregnancy per month, with a cumulative pregnancy rate of 85% over the course of a year. It is recommended for a couple to seek infertility counseling and evaluation after the course of 1 year of monthly unprotected intercourse. Since the likelihood of pregnancy success decreases with female age, for women over age 35, it is recommended to seek further evaluation after a 6 month period of attempting conception.
When I see an infertility specialist, what will happen? A reproductive endocrinologist will take a medical history of both the female and partner. This includes a review of your menstrual history, and a discussion of any corresponding medical conditions, current medications, and surgical history. In addition, a physical exam and pelvic ultrasound should be performed as part of your infertility workup. Blood testing is done to determine hormone levels that affect your ability to achieve pregnancy. Finally, a uterus and fallopian tube assessment is performed to determine if any factors exist that can impair your ability to get pregnant.
If there is a male partner, a semen analysis to evaluate for the presence and function of normal sperm should be performed. Approximately 30-40% of couples will have an identified “male factor” that contributes to their infertility.
What are my options if I need treatment? Depending on your infertility evaluation, your physician will recommend an individualized treatment plan that increases your chances of conceiving. In some cases, a woman needs help releasing an egg (ovulating). There are medications that promote the development and release of an egg from the ovaries. Oftentimes, pelvic ultrasound examination will be carried out to monitor and determine the response of the ovaries to stimulation medications. As mentioned previously, the cause of infertility may stem from the male, and a concentrated sperm sample can be placed directly inside the uterus via an “intrauterine insemination”, thus increasing the chances of the egg and sperm meeting to fertilize. In more severe cases of infertility, including blocked fallopian tubes, severely decreased ovarian function, or severe sperm abnormalities, your physician may recommend that you undergo in-vitro fertilization to best increase your likelihood of conceiving. At the Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey, we are available to answer your fertility questions, perform a complete fertility evaluation, and present you with individualized options for conception all in a comfortable and caring setting. Our patients are made to feel like guests in our home. We are a full service fertility center experienced in all the latest technologies and look forward to help you achieve success. Reproductive Science Center of NJ has three locations, Lawrenceville, Eatontown, and Toms River. Our center offers convenient hours along with Free Phone Consultations and Free Second Opinions.
For more information call our Toms River office number at 732-240-3000 or visit www.FertillityNJ.com.
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Happy Valentine’s Day
X and O Rice Krispy Treats- A Fun Unique Craft For Kids
1. In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat. 2. Add KELLOGG’S RICE KRISPIES cereal. Stir until well coated. 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 3. Using buttered spatula or wax paper, evenly press mixture into 15 x 10 x 1-inch pan coated with cooking spray. Cool slightly. Using 1 package JET-PUFFED Marshmallows cookie cutters coated with cooking spray cut into X and O shapes. Decorate with frosting and/or candies. Best if served the same day. 6 cups Kellogg’s® Rice Krispies® cereal Microwave Directions: In microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir Canned frosting or decorating gel until smooth. Follow steps 2 and 3 above. Microwave cooking times may vary. Food coloring Note: For best results, use fresh marshmallows. 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow crème can be substituted for marshmallows. Diet, reduced Assorted candies calorie or tub margarine is not recommended. Store no more than two days at room temperature in airtight container. To freeze, place in layers separated by wax paper in airtight container. Freeze for up to 6 weeks. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.
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The County Woman Magazine
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January/February 2022
