How does a 4D scan work?
Written by Beata Anderson Mums-to-be usually get two scans during their pregnancy, but with advances in technology, it’s now possible to see a little bit more of your baby before they’re born. A 4D ultrasound scan is an amazing experience for parents and families to...
What is the gestational age, and how is the estimated due date calculated?
What is gestation? Gestation is defined as the time between conception and birth. This applies to all viviparous animals such as mammals, but we will be focusing specifically on human development. A fetus grows in the pregnant parent’s uterus during gestation. The...
Will my fertility treatment work?
What determines whether IVF is successful or not? This is dependent on a number of factors. The age of the female is very important, largely due to the number of high quality eggs available which is age related. This is called the “ovarian reserve”....
Support for partners during fertility treatment, pregnancy and miscarriage.
Introduction When a woman is going though fertility investigations, pregnancy monitoring or the loss of a pregnancy, so much of the care and attention is aimed towards her. This is absolutely correct, however this can leave her partner feeling left out. It is so...