Fertility Stories
- Men who are actively trying to have a child may be able to improve their chances by switching from tight-fitting styles of underwear to boxers.
- An Australian survey of university students revealed poor knowledge regarding fertility, specifically their awareness of the age when it declines.
- A previously overlooked structure was identified by researchers who also believe it may have a role in early pregnancy loss and birth defects.
- New research from the U.K. reveals what could happen to the reproductive cells as a result of taking painkillers like ibuprofen during pregnancy.
- Varying degrees of pesticide residue accumulates in our fruits and vegetables. But does this mean we should avoid certain types of produce?
- According to a new study, our exposure to potentially toxic phthalates is influenced by whether we choose to dine out or eat home-cooked meals.
- Young women might have trouble getting regular periods if they breathe a lot of air pollution.
- A surrogate refused a baby’s parents’ wish for an abortion after finding out the unborn boy had a heart defect. Now she is calling on people to love them for their decision ultimately to "choose...
- Scientists have found a link between weight and a woman’s risk for starting menopause early.
- A household chemical found in furniture, carpet and gym mats may be a culprit in lowering a woman's fertility.
- The widow of a murdered NYPD police offer has now given birth to a baby girl after using sperm collected following his death.
- A new report shows evidence that sperm count in Western men has plummeted over several decades.