5 Facts To Note About Fertility

Have these at the back of your mind if you are experiencing any form
of delay in having children:

1)It's not a hopeless case if the doctors couldn't find anything wrong
with either you or your partner. There doesn't have to be anything
"wrong" with both of you.

2) Once you have fertility issues the only available option is not the
"almighty" IVF (in vitro fertilization; fertilizing eggs outside the
body then planting back in the woman).
Most cases of infertility can be treated with fertility drugs and
other medical therapies.

3) Common causes of infertility in women:

Irregular Periods

Blocked tubes

Endometriosis; condition where endometrial tissue is formed outside
the uterus. Painful periods and pain in the pelvic area is
experienced.

Thyroid condition

Hormonal imbalance

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

4) Abnormalities in the semen is a common cause of infertility in men.

5) Being overweight, Stress and smoking can affect fertility in both
men and women. It's important to take regular short breaks from work
if you're becoming overwhelmed, especially if you're working on having
a baby. Experts have also recommended relaxation exercises for couples
working on conceiving.