Mask Safety During Pregnancy
by MFCadmin | Feb 20, 2025 | Pregnancy comes with its own set of concerns, and staying healthy is a top priority for expecting mothers. With respiratory illnesses and airborne viruses still a concern, many pregnant women wonder about the safety and effectiveness of wearing masks. Understanding mask safety during pregnancy can help ensure both maternal and fetal well-being. […]
How to Stay Organized During the Fertility Treatment Process
by MFCadmin | Feb 22, 2025 | Going through fertility treatment can be both an exciting and overwhelming journey. With multiple appointments, medications, tests, and emotional ups and downs, staying organized is essential to reduce stress and feel more in control. Here are some tips to help you manage the process effectively: 1. Create a Fertility Treatment Calendar Fertility […]
Staying Positive During Pregnancy Treatment After Unsuccessful Results
by MFCadmin | Feb 25, 2025 | Going through fertility treatments can be an emotional rollercoaster, filled with hope, anticipation, and sometimes disappointment. If you have recently experienced unsuccessful results, it is completely natural to feel heartbroken, frustrated, or even lost. However, maintaining a positive mindset can help you navigate the journey ahead with resilience and hope. Here are […]
Salt Intake During Pregnancy – How Much is Too Much?
by MFCadmin | Feb 27, 2025 | Salt, or sodium chloride, is an essential nutrient that plays a vital role in maintaining fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contractions. However, during pregnancy, it becomes even more crucial to monitor salt intake, as excessive consumption can contribute to complications such as high blood pressure and swelling. So, how much salt […]
How Much Water Should You Drink During Pregnancy?
by MFCadmin | Mar 6, 2025 | Staying hydrated is crucial at every stage of life, but during pregnancy, it becomes even more essential. Water plays a key role in the development of your baby, helps with digestion, and supports increased blood volume. But how much water should you drink while pregnant? Let’s break it down. Recommended Daily Water […]
Protein Intake During Pregnancy- Why It Matters and How to Get Enough
by MFCadmin | Mar 8, 2025 | Uncategorized Pregnancy is a time of immense change, and proper nutrition plays a critical role in supporting both the mother and the growing baby. Among the essential nutrients, protein stands out as a key player in fetal development, maternal health, and overall pregnancy outcomes. Understanding the importance of protein intake during pregnancy can […]
It Takes a Village to Raise a Child: Talking to Your Partner & Family About Donating Eggs
Providing the gift of life through egg donation is a wonderful helping hand to those in need. Although the benefits of egg donation are clear, the decision to be an egg donor is difficult and should be given careful consideration, including discussing the decision with loved ones and friends who will support you through the […]
Is IVF successful?
You pay a lot of money to get pregnant with IVF but you may be wondering how successful is IVF in getting you pregnant. At Midwest Fertility Center, Dr Amos Madanes has been successfully getting women pregnant with IVF since 1984. IVF success rates are available online at the website for the Center for Disease Control (CDC) […]
How you can cope with the stress of infertility
If you have been trying to get pregnant for a while, then you probably have been feeling some amount of stress. While stress does not cause infertility, infertility can cause stress. There are things you can do to relieve your stress. A whole field of study called mind-body medicine offers you a way to cope better […]
What you should know about PCOS
Are you having difficulty getting pregnant? Do you have irregular periods? Are you overweight and have a hard time losing weight? Are you insulin resistant? Then it’s possible you have PCOS or polycystic ovarian syndrome. PCOS can cause reproductive problems and can affect ovulation. It’s also associated with metabolic issues. Women with PCOS are at […]