Capacitation
Author Byline:Â Dr. Amos Grunebaum, MDQ: What is capacitation?A: Capacitation is an important part of fertility, and is partially responsible for the sperm entering the egg.Capacitation is the change...
View ArticleCan I Get Pregnant If...? Fertility and Pregnancy Myths
Author Byline:Â Dr. Amos Grunebaum, MDPopular Fertility and Pregnancy MythsIf penetration only happens for a few seconds, can a woman get pregnant?Anytime the penis comes into direct contact with the...
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When Do You Ovulate and How Do You Know?
Author Byline: Dr. Amos Grunebaum, MDLarge Image: How do you know when you are ovulating? What are the typical ovulation symptoms and signs?Typical symptoms and signs of ovulation include...
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Ectopic Pregnancy: Symptoms, Risks, Causes
Author Byline:Â Dr. Amos Grunebaum, MDLarge Image:Â What is an ectopic pregnancy?When the fertilized egg implants anywhere other than the inside of the uterus, the pregnancy is called an ectopic...
View ArticleTwo Week Wait (2WW) Symptoms
What are the signs of pregnancy? Here are the 2WW symptoms (or two-week wait symptoms) that you can look for while you wait to see if you are actually pregnant!Read more
View ArticleStudy Explains How Egg Captures Sperm
Scientists have discovered precisely how the human egg cells capture sperm to start the process of fertilization.Read more
View ArticleQuestions About Your Chances of Getting Pregnant
When women are trying to conceive, they often have questions regarding their chances of getting pregnant. There are several factors that come into play when it comes to getting pregnant.Read more
View ArticleIn-Vitro Fertilization (IVF): What Is It?
Thinking about IVF? Here is the breakdown on the procedure!Read more
View ArticleIVF Embryo Transfer
The embryo transfer procedure with IVF is usually the last step of in-vitro fertilization.Read more
View ArticleHow to Conceive a Boy or Girl: The Shettles Method
Learn how the Shettles method can help you conceive a boy or a girl!Read more
View ArticleWhen Can Fetal Heart Beat Be Seen?
When can the fetal heart beat be seen first on ultrasound?Read more
View ArticleSperm Speed To Reach the Egg
How long does it take for sperm to reach the egg?Read more
View ArticleWhat Is Fertilization?
Fertilization of the egg by the sperm occurs within 12-24 hours after ovulation in the fallopian tube.Read more
View ArticleIntracytoplasmic Sperm Injection ICSI: What Is It?
Intracytoplasmic sperm injection or ICSI is a medical procedure done to improve a woman's chances of getting pregnant.Read more
View ArticleWhat Causes Pain During Pregnancy?
Pain during pregnancy is often associated with complications or labor and can be a scary thing. However, not all pain during pregnancy signals a problem.Read more
View ArticleWhen Does Implantation Bleeding and Spotting Happen?
Implantation happens on average nine days (6-12 days) after ovulation and fertilization. Some women report having implantation symptoms like implantation bleeding or implantation cramping.Read more
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