How can I make IVF as successful as possible?
The blur of bloodwork and haze of hormones that come with IVF can fray a woman’s nerves. Park Avenue Fertility and Reproductive Medicine patients undergoing IVF treatment in Connecticut often anxiously ask our fertility expert, Dr. Andrew Levi, “How can I make IVF as successful as possible?”
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The importance of keeping up to date on annual exams
At Park Avenue Fertility, Andrew Levi, MD, our Connecticut fertility center fertility specialist, diagnoses and treats common causes of infertility. One reason that patients decide to seek help from Dr. Levi is because of their annual exams. Often, routine well-woman exams can identify potential issues related to female infertility.
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What does family balancing with IVF mean?
Connecticut IVF patients sometimes ask our Park Avenue Fertility and Reproductive Medicine team, “It’s possible to just create a boy or girl, right?” Nope, there is no secret sauce for creating a boy or a girl, so we must defer to old-fashioned biology. However, thanks to advances in genetic testing,
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Erase doubt and ask questions about fertility treatment
When you have questions about fertility treatment in Connecticut, our philosophy at Park Avenue Fertility and Reproductive Medicine is simple: When in doubt, find out. IVF questions and fertility-related queries are not only welcomed, but we expect them.
Have IVF questions? We have answers
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The impact of stress on fertility is real
When constant thoughts of trying to conceive feel all-encompassing, stress takes center stage. But the impact of stress on fertility is not simply “all in your head.” It’s based on science. Park Avenue Fertility and Reproductive Medicine recognizes the relationship between stress and fertility treatments. Importantly, we educate and empower our Connecticut fertility patients to prioritize both their physical and mental well-being.
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Making sense of PCOS and diet decisions
If you’ve been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome, it can be a struggle to understand what to eat with PCOS. Instead of falling into the trap of “eat this, not that” or a fad diet, Park Avenue Fertility and Reproductive Medicine prefers a more strategic approach. PCOS and diet are closely connected.
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Why fertility medication instructions are important
Our medical team at Park Avenue Fertility and Reproductive Medicine understands that uncertainty accompanies infertility, especially when it comes to the complexities of IVF. We provide patients clarity with fertility medication instructions, which is important for successful IVF. These instructions are specific to each patient, and our Connecticut fertility clinic prioritizes clear communication.
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Let’s talk infertility – National Infertility Awareness Week
The struggles of infertility are all too common, but are rarely openly discussed. For all the chatter about sex and pregnancy shared between friends and portrayed in social media, the voice of infertility has generally been quiet. But at Park Avenue Fertility, our Connecticut fertility center is trying to change that by supporting education and advocacy initiatives such as National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW).
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Dr. Levi Cares for Patients as People
It’s abundantly clear the moment you contact our Connecticut fertility center: We are different. We’ve all experienced frustration calling a doctor’s office and getting a prerecorded message directing you to a maze of phone extensions. Then you are left dangling, serenaded by elevator music to remind you that you’re on hold.
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Learn about the mental health effects of infertility and how to manage them
Patients at our Connecticut fertility center often ask about the mental health effects of infertility. It’s common for patients struggling with infertility to experience shock, sadness, anxiety, frustration and resentment. These emotional struggles can lead to loss of self-esteem, self-confidence and sense of control,
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