Fertility laws in South Korea: what you need to know
If you’re considering IVF and looking beyond your home country for options, South Korea might be on your radar. Known for its advanced medical technology and high success rates at affordable prices…
List of drugs and hormones for my IVF cycles
Wondering how IVF works for someone told they’re almost out of eggs too soon? That’s me at 38, being told my body’s hitting menopause early (My stats: AMH = < 0.01, FSH = 50+). Doctors back home…
Better than hotels? Short term rentals in Korea
If you’re planning on undergoing IVF or egg freezing treatments in Seoul, Korea, you might be wondering about your living arrangements during this crucial time. While hotels and Airbnbs are…
How to get your Residence Card
Living in Seoul without a residence card feels like stepping back in time. This card isn’t just a piece of plastic; it’s your lifeline in Korea, acting as both an ID and a social security for foreigners.
Preparing for my frozen embryo transfer (FET)
I’ve been sharing my IVF journey since last year and oh boy, it’s been a long ride. At 40 with an extremely low AMH, I knew my path to motherhood might be challenging. But on top of that, I found out…
Miscarriage dissected: DNA fragmentation
I recently supported a friend through her second miscarriage. Diagnostic tests pinpointed a tough truth: her partner’s sperm had high levels of Sperm DNA Fragmentation (SDF), known to …
Getting your sleep right for better fertility
I came across a fascinating study that might shine a light on something we often overlook during IVF – our sleep! Researchers at the University of Michigan explored how sleep affects…
PGT-A testing: is it the cure or poison?
If you are contemplating whether to PGT-A your embryos or not, here is an article worth taking a look at. Mosaicism may be a normal part of embryo development. I am not for or against testing, but…
My Step by Step IVF Process in Korea
In 2023, I traveled to South Korea to embark on my IVF journey. As I have diminished ovarian reserve and consequently a super low AMH of 0.06ng/mL…