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Maternal Obesity

The obesity epidemic has lasting negative effects, the potential for cardiovascular disease and diabetes, leading to increase illness and decreased lifespan. However, maternal obesity touches not just the mother but…

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Zika Virus Can Be Transmitted Through Sperm

Zika has caused much tumult. Barely, one year ago, few knew the name, the origins but its effects were whispers in the news. Fast forward, we now have come to…

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Advance Glycation End-Products (AGE) Affects IVF

Age supposedly affords us wisdom. It most certainly affords us the byproducts of aging. In particular, toxic-end products accumulate after metabolism and in our cells and tissues. These Advance Glycation…

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Becoming a Single Mother By Choice

“I did it my way.” It is time to redefine antiquated terms such as “traditional” family, where the assumption is that two parents were involved in the rearing of children.…

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Anxiety and Depression

Anxiety and depression touch the soul of many. Women who demonstrate are not immune; and in fact, may be more exposed to its effects. It is reported that approximately 10%…

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Maximizing Chances of Pregnancy 

Much emphasis in the field of reproductive technologies and IVF is placed on arriving at delivery of a healthy infant. Our goal is to promote generation of the healthiest, euploid…

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The Maternal-Fetal Bond

The maternal-fetal bond begins at conception with implantation of the embryo. The embryo embeds itself into the maternal endometrium and then begins the process of establishing a data network. The…

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PCOS and Insulin Resistance

One of the of hallmarks of PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) is ovulatory dysfunction. Excessive androgen (male hormone) production has not only an effect on the skin but also on the…

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Antidepressants and Pregnancy

Women affected by depression and pregnant often find themselves pulled between concern for risks for the pregnancy vs their mental welfare. Antidepressants and pregnancy deliver a double-edge sword. Women medicated…

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