When a couple decides that they want to be parents, it is logical that they think that the arrival of the pregnancy will be quick and that it will not take long to achieve it without problem. Actually, the reality is different. Difficulties in achieving a pregnancy...

Talking about reproduction, there are two points of view, from which we can see the influence of stress: on one hand, as a direct cause of infertility and, on the other hand, that one generated on couples undergoing fertility tests and treatments (IVF or Egg Donation)...

At the same time as In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Egg Donation techniques, prenatal diagnostic procedures and techniques have appeared to provide information on the fetal state during the pregnancy. The prenatal diagnosis of genetic disorders had its origin more...

After achieving a pregnancy through an assisted reproduction treatment (artificial insemination, IVF / ICSI or egg donation) or naturally, one of our patient’s most frequent questions in postpartum consultations is how to continue breastfeeding after returning to work...

In order to define obesity, we refer to the Body Mass Index (BMI), which is calculated by dividing the weight in kilos by the square of the height in meters: BMI = Weight (Kg) / Height2 (m) The obtained data by using this formula lead to a globally accepted...

The Anti-Müllerian hormone is produced by the ovarian follicles and it helps to assess the woman’s “ovarian reserve”. With this information, we will be able to advise on the most accurate treatment for every patient, either artificial insemination (IUI), In Vitro...

This is the most frequent and important question for every patient undergoing an egg donation treatment, that is, in vitro fertilization with donor eggs. We are explaining below in a brief an easy way, how the egg donor is selected and what the general requirements...

The term Microbiota comprises a set of germs or microorganisms, which live inside the human body and that have been usually associated with infections and diseases. Nowadays we know that many of these microorganisms not only do not cause infection, but also, some of...

Until now, the role of vitamin D was well known on bone metabolism, it regulates the calcium absorption in the intestine, and creates a good bone structure to prevent osteoporosis. However, the effect of vitamin D is not only important in bone formation, but also in...

Sometimes, it is necessary to extract the sperm directly from the testicles: testicular biopsy. This procedure is performed when the patient cannot ejaculate normally or, even if he does, no sperm can be found in the sample (patients with azoospermia). Testicular...

Have you ever heard of retrograde ejaculation? What is it all about? In this episode, I will try to clear up every doubt about it and explain the solution in cases where assisted reproduction treatment is required (IVF / ICSI, Egg Donation). The sperm sample is...

What happens when one or both members of the couple have any virus, such as hepatitis B, C or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? Can they undergo an assisted reproduction treatment? The first step is always to confirm that the disease is under control, treated and...