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Eat the rainbow
Isabelle I’m sure you have heard of the saying: eat the rainbow. Consuming a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables can improve your cellular health and fertility. Antioxidants help protect egg and sperm cells from oxidative damage, promoting overall reproductive health. Here are some delicious and nutritious foods to include in your diet: Berries: Blueberries,…
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On Seed Cycling
Isabelle Ladies, as we know, our hormones are easily influenced by stress, diet, sleep, and environmental toxins. This can lead to imbalances, showing up as irregular periods, light or heavy flow, PCOS, PMS, skin breakouts, low energy, and fatigue. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms or simply want to reconnect with your cycle, consider…
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Fertility laws in South Korea: what you need to know
Christi Han 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, South Korea is a top choice for couples facing fertility challenges. However, diving into IVF treatment in another country comes with…
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List of drugs and hormones for my IVF cycles
By Christi Han Wondering how IVF works for someone who is 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 in Canada said I should forget about using my own eggs. But, I wasn’t ready…
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Better than hotels? Short term rentals for IVF in Korea
by Hellynn Jung 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 available, they can be costly, potentially stretching your IVF budget thin. Finding the perfect place to stay during your fertility treatments is…
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How to get your Residence Card (former ARC) in Korea
By Christi Han 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 number for foreigners. Without it, life gets unnecessarily complicated. Imagine not being able to order food delivery…
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Preparing for my frozen embryo transfer (FET)
By Hellynn Jung 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 through fertility tests that I had an extremely low AMH, which…
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Miscarriage dissected: the role of sperm DNA fragmentation
By Christi Han 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 disrupt embryo growth, affect implantation, and raise miscarriage risks. The recommended solution was a daunting path of IVF, possibly requiring multiple cycles to screen…
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Getting your sleep right for better fertility
By Christi Han 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 women going through IVF treatments. They found that many women experience less sleep and more disturbances during their cycles. Interestingly, they…
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PGT-A Testing: is it the cure or poison?
By Christi Han 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 I think it’s important to research all sides and make an informed decision you can…
