By: Erica Ferraro Embarking on our TTC journey, we become acutely aware that the heartbreaking loss of unborn babies can mar the path of parenthood. What remains concealed from us is the prevalence of miscarriages and the distinction between a “normal” miscarriage occurrence and a more severe condition known as RPL. It is important toContinue reading “Recurrent Pregnancy Loss (RPL) Less Common Than You Expect, More Concerning Than you May Think”
Category Archives: Female Health Explained
Chromosomal Translocation: The Secret Genetic Culprit Behind Infertility and IVF challenges
By: Erica Ferraro The many sneaky conditions that can lurk beneath the surface are mind-boggling, utterly unknown until you start TTC. While in the infertility community, I have come across men and women with chromosomal translocation issues who had no idea until their doctor ordered a Karyotype genetic test for them, and they discovered that thisContinue reading “Chromosomal Translocation: The Secret Genetic Culprit Behind Infertility and IVF challenges”
PCOS, 1 in 4!
By: Erica Ferraro PCOS surpasses even the commonality of endo, affecting a staggering 20% of the female population worldwide. Astonishingly, such an important and prevalent topic is not addressed during the early education of young girls when they first learn about menstruation. The Condition PCOS, an abbreviation for polycystic ovarian syndrome (pronounced either as P-C-O-SContinue reading “PCOS, 1 in 4!”
Adenomyosis, Endo’s Not-So-Sweet Sister
By: Erica Ferraro Wait.. there’s a sister? Is she cool? NO. She’s awful. And she’s really great at disguising herself as other female health conditions, going underdiagnosed and misunderstood at large. Adenomyosis (adeno) and endometriosis (endo), both conditions affecting the endometrial tissue within the uterus, exhibit distinct characteristics and present varying symptoms. In the caseContinue reading “Adenomyosis, Endo’s Not-So-Sweet Sister”
When Time Plays Tricks: Understanding Premature Ovarian Insufficieny
By: Erica Ferraro Did you know that sometimes your ovaries can go on strike before you hit 40? It’s called primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) or premature ovarian failure (POF), and when it happens, your ovaries don’t play by the rules anymore. They stop producing enough estrogen and releasing eggs regularly, making it a challenge toContinue reading “When Time Plays Tricks: Understanding Premature Ovarian Insufficieny”
Beneath the Surface: The Enigmatic Diagnosis of Diminished Ovarian Reserve
By: Erica Ferraro Diminished Ovarian Reserve (DOR) holds a special place in my heart, as it became a part of my life soon after I turned 30. It was during the infertility blood work at my fertility clinic that I received this diagnosis. I remember eagerly awaiting the call from my doctor, hopeful that withContinue reading “Beneath the Surface: The Enigmatic Diagnosis of Diminished Ovarian Reserve”
Endometriosis, 1 in 10!
By: Erica Ferraro Endometriosis, 1 in 10! Endo-what? Unfortunately, many of us are unaware of this distressingly common and life-altering female health condition, even though it affects 1 in 8 women. Endo is a genetic and hereditary condition that women are born with. It is worth noting that endo is a leading cause of femaleContinue reading “Endometriosis, 1 in 10!”
Female Cycles, In Plain English
By: Erica Ferraro with Contributions by Natalie Stentz, MD, Fertility Specialist Alease Daniel Barnes, BS, Senior Embryologist Sarrah Bair MSN, FNP-C, Family Medicine and Women’s Health Most would assume that proper education on menstrual cycles is part of a standard health and wellness curriculum for pubescent girls while they are in middle or high school.Continue reading “Female Cycles, In Plain English”
Moving Mountains For Motherhood 