Protecting Your Baby from Whooping Cough Before and After Birth
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, expecting parents! If you’re pregnant or planning to be, it’s super important to know about whooping cough, also known as pertussis. This illness is making waves in California, and it’s a serious concern for little ones. In fact, back in 2010, California saw its highest pertussis cases in over 60 […]
Six Cycles Later, Their Dream Finally Came True
Get Pregnant Fast After seven months of trying to conceive with MakeAmom’s at-home insemination kits, my partner and I were beginning to lose hope. I have dealt with endometriosis since my high school years, and after five months of negative pregnancy tests—even after taking a break and trying again—we felt discouraged. It seemed as though […]
IVF and the Emotional Toll: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast It was just past noon, and I had squeezed into my office for a quick breather between seeing patients. I had spent the morning consulting with 17 individuals, and glancing at my afternoon schedule, I knew I was in for a long day. As a new OBGYN, this was my first job […]
34 and Happily Single: Discovering Success with Home Insemination
Get Pregnant Fast At 34, I found myself thriving as a single woman, embracing life on my own terms. That’s when I stumbled upon the idea of at-home insemination. After doing some research, I decided to give it a shot with a known donor over three consecutive days. To my delight, it worked! The process […]
The Incredible Perks of Yoga for Boosting Fertility & Wellness
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, friends! Let’s chat about the wonders of yoga and how it can be a game-changer for fertility and overall wellness. Whether you’re trying to conceive or simply looking to enhance your well-being, yoga has got your back. First off, yoga isn’t just about stretching and fancy poses (although those are […]
Best and Worst States for Maternal Health
Get Pregnant Fast In the United States, the disparities in maternal health can be stark, with some states providing significantly better conditions for mothers than others. Every year, between 700 and 900 women lose their lives due to pregnancy-related complications, while an estimated 50,000 experience life-threatening issues. These alarming statistics, reported by the Centers for […]
Folic Acid: Is More Better?
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there! So, let’s chat about folic acid, especially if you’re considering pregnancy. Recently, Dr. Kim reached out with a question about a patient on medication for seizures. She wondered if increasing folic acid intake would help reduce the risk of birth defects. It’s a valid concern, and the guidance can be […]
Three’s a Charm: A Journey to Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast After experiencing two heartbreaking miscarriages, hope seemed elusive for Lisa and Tom. They had been trying to conceive for a year with no success, until they decided to explore at-home insemination. After just a couple of months using the at-home kit, they finally got their first positive test! However, joy quickly turned […]