by columbiafertility | Dec 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
You were born with a finite number of eggs. Way back in the womb — long before you needed them — your ovaries held about 6-7 million eggs, also known as oocytes. During adolescence, you had about 300,000-500,000. By the time you’re 37, you only have approximately...
by columbiafertility | Dec 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
You’re pregnant. Or, you’re thinking about becoming pregnant. You want to know how all of the DNA that you and your partner pass on to your developing baby will affect their well-being and health. Can genetic testing tell you that? At Columbia Fertility Associates our...
by columbiafertility | Dec 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Back in 1960, women around the world had an average of about 5 children. As more effective means of contraception became available, and more opportunities for women in the workplace opened up, those rates dropped. By 2016, women had on average 2.4 children. Even...
by columbiafertility | Dec 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Having a healthy baby can sometimes be complicated, especially if you or your partner have fertility issues or a family history of a serious disease or condition. You’re not always sure what technique or test is best for you and your growing family’s needs. Whether...
by columbiafertility | Dec 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
A sonogram is to ultrasound technology what a photo is to a camera: It’s an image that a machine produces. If your doctor needs a sonogram image to see what’s going on inside your uterus, that means you need to undergo an examination with ultrasound. At Columbia...