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When does conception occur?

For pregnancy to happen, sperm must fertilize an egg, this is a process known as conception. The exact timing of when conception occurs can vary depending on several different factors, but it usually happens within a specific time frame after sex. If you’re planning on getting pregnant, it’s useful to know when that time frame is. So, let’s take a closer look.

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What causes morning sickness?

Feeling nauseous during early pregnancy is very common, but have you ever wondered what causes morning sickness and why it affects some of us more than others? In this post, we’re going to take a closer look at pregnancy nausea, as well as some tips for relieving discomfort. Read on to find out more…

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What is IVF?

In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a term that describes a number of techniques that can be used to help people that are struggling to conceive. Having previously worked as an Embryologist in one of the UK's largest IVF clinics, today I'm honored to be sharing my knowledge about IVF with you. Read on to learn all about IVF from what it stands for to the process itself, success rates, and more….

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How to Get Pregnant Faster

Are you thinking "I need to get pregnant this month"? Or do you wonder how long it will take to get pregnant when you do start trying? We know that this can be an anxious time for some of us, and playing the waiting game isn’t fun. However, we know a thing or two about female health - we've even published research on how long it takes to get pregnant. So whether you want to get pregnant straight away or sometime in the future, we’re on hand to share knowledge about how to get pregnant faster.

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AMH Levels Explained

Today we are discussing Anti-Müllerian hormone or AMH for short. This hormone can often cause quite a stir, so whether you’re thinking of having your levels of AMH measured or you’ve received the result of a test, we’re going to take a look at what you need to know about it. We’ll discuss what AMH is, what it can tell you, and more importantly, what it can’t tell you! We’ll also look at AMH's relation to egg retrieval for IVF and how the result may be interpreted by your healthcare professional.