ECTOPIC PREGNANCY: FERTILITY FACTS BY DR. SHAWN GURTCHEFF

Occurrence: An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants somewhere other than the normal uterine cavity. About 2% of pregnancies are found to be ectopic. An ectopic pregnancy most often (98% of the time) occurs in one of the fallopian tubes. This type is called a tubal pregnancy. Less commonly, an ectopic pregnancy may occur in the abdominal cavity,... read more »

4 FACTS ABOUT INTRAUTERINE INSEMINATIONS (IUI’S)

What is an IUI? Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a common fertility procedure in which the sperm are washed, concentrated, and placed directly into a woman’s uterus. The process is similar to having a pap smear performed. Minimal discomfort is typically experienced with an IUI, which usually is completed within a few minutes. By placing the sperm into the uterus, a... read more »

TIPS TO OPTIMIZE YOUR FERTILITY

Overall health is important, but here are areas you can focus on in order to optimize your fertility. Dr. Deirdre Conway discusses four health aspects that can enhance your fertility naturally or in conjunction with treatment. Ways to Optimize your Fertility Physical Health The more we learn about infertility, the more we discover about how lifestyle factors can contribute to... read more »

A FATHER’S PERSISTENCE PAYS OFF – BY UFC PATIENT, JASON KNOELL

Ever since I was old enough to know who my dad was, I have wanted to be one. The love of a child is an incredibly inexplicable thing. I loved my dad because he loved me. He cared about me and played with me and provided for me. I thought that was pretty cool and I wanted to do that... read more »

A SPECIAL FATHER’S DAY PERSPECTIVE – BY UFC PATIENT, DALLIN JOHNSON

The guys feelings tend to go on the back burner. I felt like it was more important to cater to my wife’s feelings rather than my own. However, going through infertility affects both parties. I had come to the realization that my wife and I may not be able to have our own children and might need to adopt. Dealing... read more »

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THIS MOTHER’S DAY I AM A MOM. I CAN PROMISE YOU THAT IT IS WORTH EVERY TEAR – BY UFC PATIENT, KATIE KNOELL

Finger paints, Popsicle sticks, dry pasta. Nearly every elementary school child has used these materials to create a homemade gift for mom. During my childhood, that’s what Mother’s Day was to me. Little kids doing cute things for their moms; making the homemade gift, bringing mom breakfast in bed, singing to her at church, and giving her lots of hugs.... read more »

A MOTHER’S DAY FULL OF HOPE – BY UFC PATIENT, MICHELLE JOHNSON

For the past several years, Mother’s Day has been a very sensitive and dreaded holiday for me. This year I anticipate Mother’s day full of hope, appreciation and love. We began our infertility journey the summer of 2013 and found Utah Fertility Center in June of 2014. Dr. Conway and their staff changed my family’s life with the miraculous blessing... read more »

IS ELECTIVE SINGLE EMBRYO TRANSFER (ESET) RIGHT FOR ME?

Whether you have recently been through an in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle or if IVF is your recommended next step, the question of how many embryo’s to implant becomes an important decision to make. Here are some points to consider regarding elective single embryo transfer and whether it is the right option for you. The primary goal of eSET is... read more »

PREGNANCY LOSS: HOW SOON IS TOO SOON TO TRY AGAIN?

Trying Again After Miscarriage The question of “How long should we wait, before trying again after a miscarriage” is one Dr. Deirdre Conway of Utah Fertility Center is very familiar with. Patients who experience a pregnancy loss often wonder how soon they can try again. According to a study recently published in the journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, trying again... read more »