Posts by Marna Marx
Semen Analysis
By Jemma Walker BSc MSc PhD, Senior Clinical Embryologist In fertility medicine, there can be a lot of focus on egg quality and ovarian reserves, but it is just as …
Ovarian Reserve and Age
Praveena Pai FRCOG Consultant Gynaecologist Am I too old to try for a pregnancy? Navigating the journey of fertility can be both an exciting and daunting experience, especially as women …
Understanding Uterine Fibroids: What You Need to Know
Uterine Fibroids Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths composed of muscle and fibrous tissue that develop within the walls of the uterus. Fibroids are almost always benign. The occurrence of cancerous …
Reproductive Science Centre vs Family-Friendly Fertility Clinic
Fertility Myths Busted! When it comes to fertility treatment, misinformation and myths can create unnecessary stress and confusion for individuals and couples on their journey to parenthood. The Herts & …
Shocked to find out my egg reserve was too low to have a baby at 39
After four years, four rounds of IVF and an amazing egg donor, we finally have our miracle baby! We were on the waiting list for an NHS round of IVF …
Taking it into your own hands: Artificial Insemination, Fertility Tests, and Ovulation Tests
Thinking about starting a family? This article explores the growing trend of at-home fertility tests, including ovulation tests, hormone tests like AMH, and their potential benefits and drawbacks. We’ll also …
Mental Health Awareness Week
Counselling Q&A – by Sandra Hewett, AMBICA, Fertility Counsellor Q We’re about to start an IVF cycle and I’m experiencing a lot of anxiety and emotions. Is this normal? A …
Gynaecology, ultrasound, pregnancy scans and more
With the current crunch in NHS services, especially gynaecology, we have decided to offer more gynaecology services, including external Ultrasound scans and pregnancy scans, to help the thousands of patients …
DNA – one of nature’s most amazing wonders
WORLD DNA DAY We celebrated National DNA Day on 25 April 2024 to commemorate significant milestones in the field of genetics. The day celebrates the discovery and understanding of DNA …
HFEA statement: Incident at Guy’s and St. Thomas’ Assisted Conception Unit
The HFEA has issued a statement on an incident at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Assisted Conception Unit regarding a manufacturing issue with bottles of a solution used to freeze eggs …
