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PCOS, Depression, and Anxiety: Tending to Mental Health

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects as many as five million people in the United States, causing irregular menstrual cycles, metabolic abnormalities, and hormone imbalances. This can lead to other health…

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Can Thyroid Levels Affect Fertility?

Healthy thyroid levels are a key factor for a successful pregnancy. Patients often ask how thyroid levels affect fertility and the ability to conceive. TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) is a…

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The Key to Understanding Male Fertility

Approximately 40% of infertility is related to the male. The key to understanding male fertility is analysis of the semen. Semen samples can vary from month to month, or even…

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Fertility Centers of New England Named 2017 Cigna Infertility Center of Excellence

The Fertility Centers of New England is proud to announce that we have been designated as a Cigna Infertility Center of Excellence. The Cigna Center of Excellence recognizes participating infertility…

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Infertility and Early Menopause Linked to Smoking

Data from over 88,700 women in the Women’s Health Initiative Observational Study indicate that those who smoked or were exposed to secondhand smoke (passive smokers) were more likely to have…

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Infertility and Autism Spectrum Disorder

Every to be parent is concerned whether they will have a healthy baby. Approximately 3-5% of children born each year have some form of physical disability. The incidence of developmental…

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10 Inspirational Quotes to Help Guide Your Fertility Journey

The journey to parenthood can be surprising. For individuals and couples, the decision to build your family may require the help of an egg donor, sperm donor and/or gestational surrogate.…

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‘Healthy Obesity’ is a Myth

Obesity is defined as a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30 kg/m2. Obesity has reached epidemic proportions throughout the world and especially in the United States.  Obesity is associated…

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Obesity is Associated With Infertility

The incidence of obesity, defined as a Body Mass Index (BMI) greater than 30, is rising.  Obesity is associated with infertility and maternal complications while pregnant including an increased chance…

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