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PCOS: the medical reasoning behind one of the most common causes of infertility
PCOS is not a “one size shoe fits all” diagnosis, and managing symptoms is different for each individual. Epidemiology: PCOS (or Polycystic ovary syndrome) is one of the most common endocrinological and reproductive disorder in women, affecting up to 10% overall....
Step-by-Step Guide to IVF
When someone begins to research their upcoming IVF journey, it may be confusing as to what a potential timeline may look like. Here is a guideline for what to expect. Consultation with your Fertility Specialist The first step is to have a consultation scheduled...
Dr. Corbett 2SLGBTQ+ Fertility Fund
Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Corbett - Introducing the Dr. Shannon Corbett 2SLGBTQ+ Fertility FundEarlier this year, the fertility community suffered a great loss with the untimely passing of Dr. Shannon Corbett, a remarkable in vitro physician who dedicated her life to...
Can Occupational Therapy Support my Fertility Journey?
You might be thinking… What is occupational therapy (OT)? Is it similar to physiotherapy (PT)? Does it help find me a job? Let’s just say OT is for you and you don’t even know it yet! This blog will aim to debunk common misconceptions about OT and will provide you...
Happy Pride Month Everyone!
Celebrating Diversity Ever since moving to Canada in 2002, Pride has been an important event for me. It has been, and remains, a celebration of who we are as a community. Having grown up in a small village in Switzerland where I felt like “the only gay in the village”...
The Trauma of Infertility
What is infertility trauma? 8 Ways to Heal and Cope The world views trauma as an emotional response to a terrible event or experience one goes through. When we look at infertility we see the psychological impacts of anxiety, depression, loss, grief, fear,...
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