Making decisions about genetic testing can feel overwhelming when you’re on your fertility journey. With multiple testing options available and complex information to process, many people wonder where to start and which tests are right for them. That’s where genetic counseling comes in – it’s the crucial first step in understanding your options and making… Continue reading DNA and Family Planning: Your Genetic Counseling Roadmap
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When Holidays and Hormones Collide
The holiday season is often depicted as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, for those navigating the complexities of IVF treatments, the festive atmosphere can sometimes amplify feelings of anxiety or mood swings. Understanding how to manage these challenges during holiday gatherings can help you enjoy the season while maintaining emotional balance and… Continue reading When Holidays and Hormones Collide
Navigating The Fear of Having Kids
The decision to have children is deeply personal and often accompanied by a myriad of emotions. For many, the concept of starting a family brings joy and excitement. However, for others, it can evoke significant anxiety and fear. This fear of having kids can stem from various factors, including parental anxiety, concerns about personal loss,… Continue reading Navigating The Fear of Having Kids
Your Fertility Journey: Why Genetic Counseling Could Be Your Secret Weapon
Every parent-to-be has questions about their future family’s health. Could my family history affect my pregnancy? Should I get tested before trying to conceive? If these thoughts have crossed your mind, you’re not alone. Genetic counseling can help answer these questions and more, giving you the insights you need to move forward with confidence. Let’s… Continue reading Your Fertility Journey: Why Genetic Counseling Could Be Your Secret Weapon
Support Networks for Parents Managing CAH
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Navigating life with a diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) can be challenging, especially for parents managing their child’s care. CAH is a lifelong condition that needs ongoing medical attention, emotional support, and informed decision-making. Support networks play a key role in helping people cope with… Continue reading Support Networks for Parents Managing CAH
Talking to Your Child With CAH About Dating
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Navigating the world of dating can be challenging for any teenager. For children with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), there are some added layers of complexity. As a parent, it is important to approach this topic with understanding, patience, and honesty. You are trying to give your… Continue reading Talking to Your Child With CAH About Dating
How CAH Affects the Brain During Childhood
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a rare genetic condition that affects hormone production in the adrenal glands. Over time, this can cause a number of physical and emotional changes in the people living with this condition. One area parents should be aware of is how CAH… Continue reading How CAH Affects the Brain During Childhood
The Side Effects of Steroid Treatment
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a condition that changes the adrenal gland’s ability to produce essential hormones like cortisol, aldosterone, and androgens. To manage this condition, people with CAH rely on lifelong steroid treatments to replace these hormones. However, while steroids are lifesaving, they can also… Continue reading The Side Effects of Steroid Treatment
Fertility-Boosting Mocktails for the Holidays
By: Kellsey Reed, RDN, LDN, PatientsLikeMe Contributor The holiday season is a time for celebration, connection, and joy. But if you’re trying to boost fertility, you may wonder how to balance festive cheer with health-conscious choices. The good news is you don’t need alcohol to enjoy a fancy drink or support your fertility goals! Mocktails… Continue reading Fertility-Boosting Mocktails for the Holidays
Understanding Secondary Fertility: Navigating the Challenges of Expanding Your Family
The journey of parenthood is often filled with joy, laughter, and countless memories. However, for many families, the road to expanding that family can be rife with unexpected challenges. If you’ve experienced the joy of having one child but find it difficult to conceive again, you may be grappling with the realities of secondary infertility.… Continue reading Understanding Secondary Fertility: Navigating the Challenges of Expanding Your Family