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  • How to let family and friends into your fertility journey.

    How to let family and friends into your fertility journey.

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    Wanting something you can’t control can be a painful experience, especially when you have proof that hard work and determination can help you achieve anything. Accepting the fact that this approach won’t work for your fertility can feel insurmountable. Tag that on with seeing your family and friends building their family with ease and it…

  • Advice From Women Who’ve Been There

    Advice From Women Who’ve Been There

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    Trying to conceive (TTC) can be an emotional roller coaster. At times it can be exciting and enlightening (“we’re making a life!”), but it can also be stressful and frustrating (“we have to have sex how many times?!”). To us, it seems that the best advice we can give, should come from those who have…

  • When to Use Ovulation Tests

    When to Use Ovulation Tests

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    If you’re trying to conceive (TTC), ovulation testing can be an important part of improving your chance of getting pregnant. Ovulation testing can seem unusual, but it’s all a matter of hormones and your menstrual cycle. FIRST RESPONSE is here to help demystify ovulation testing and offer some tips to make it even simpler and…

  • What Does a Faint Line on a Pregnancy Test Mean?

    What Does a Faint Line on a Pregnancy Test Mean?

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    When you take a pregnancy test, the control line shows that the test is working, and the test line shows the results. If a second line appears (pink or blue) – even a faint one – the test has detected the pregnancy hormone in your urine. See your healthcare provider to confirm you are pregnant.

  • Understanding the IVF Process

    Understanding the IVF Process

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    If you’ve been trying to conceive and getting a “no” every month on a pregnancy test, it could be time for some reproductive assistance. IVF, or in vitro fertilization is a process that can help people realize their dream of having a baby. Here’s what to expect in the IVF process, from the basics to…

  • Understanding Ovulation and the Best Days to Conceive

    Understanding Ovulation and the Best Days to Conceive

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    When you’re trying to conceive, knowing when you are most likely to get pregnant is crucial. Each month, there is a short window when an egg can be fertilized and implanted in the uterus. Learn how to calculate these best days to conceive by tracking ovulation and seizing the opportunity on your most fertile days.

  • Tips to Take the Anxiety Out of Trying to Conceive

    Tips to Take the Anxiety Out of Trying to Conceive

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    For many women, getting pregnant can be a frustrating and anxiety-filled experience. It certainly was for me, which is why I was inspired to write The Impatient Woman’s Guide to Getting Pregnant, that offers tips for women who are trying to conceive.

  • Planning for Pregnancy

    Planning for Pregnancy

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    Planning to get pregnant is an exciting time full of hope, expectations, and changes. Pre-pregnancy planning includes selecting the right ob-gyn, asking the right questions, taking prenatal vitamins, and often modifying your diet and exercise plan. There’s lots to do to get ready for baby. Here are some considerations for when you’re planning to get…

  • PCOS and Pregnancy

    PCOS and Pregnancy

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    It is estimated that as many as 1.4 million Canadian women may be afflicted with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) (Source: Alberta Women’s Health Association). PCOS is a condition where higher androgen levels in the body can lead to irregular periods, ovarian cysts, thinning hair, excess facial hair (hirsutism), and often a harder time getting pregnant.

  • Knowing Your Menstrual Cycle Phases

    Knowing Your Menstrual Cycle Phases

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    Your menstrual cycle has three phases. In each of these stages, the body produces different hormones that have distinct functions. One of these is luteinizing hormone, or LH, which is measured to predict ovulation.