In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a type of fertility treatment where eggs are fertilized by sperm in an embryology laboratory to create embryos. IVF helps people who have difficulty conceiving naturally to become parents. If you’re considering IVF treatment, it’s important to feel supported in your journey. TRIO is one of Canada’s leading providers of […]
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A successful pregnancy requires both a quality sperm and a quality egg. Yet, sperm factor infertility, also known as male factor infertility, accounts for 40-50% of all infertility cases. Luckily, testing exists today to determine an accurate diagnosis and to help pave the way forward. In this article, we explore everything to know about sperm
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By: Dr. Ken Cadesky, MD, FRCSC – Medical Director and Founding Partner When we are looking at sperm problems, we look at both the sperm count and the sperm quality. Certain factors can affect both of these: Sperm is particularly sensitive to environmental influences such as the air we breathe and the water we drink,
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TRIO is proud to help members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community grow their families. We believe in equal opportunities and are committed to providing a welcoming and supportive environment for all our patients. This article will outline some common routes to parenthood for 2SLGBTQIA+ family planning. For a bespoke discussion about how we can help you
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During pregnancy, the body goes through a series of miraculous changes. One of the biggest transformations can be seen in the uterus. It can expand many times its pre-pregnancy size by the end of the third trimester (1). This article examines how the uterus adapts during pregnancy to support and protect the fetus, as well
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Whether it’s your first time trying to conceive, or you are expanding your family, having a miscarriage can be confusing, scary, and emotionally painful. In this article, we’ll review the different types of miscarriage and common causes to help bring understanding and build awareness of pregnancy loss. Unfortunately, the cause of a miscarriage cannot always
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Definition of batch: verb gerund or present participle: batching 1. arrange (things) in sets or groups. You may be asking yourself, “What does “batching” have to do with fertility treatment?” Great question — one that often comes up for the first time when you’re in your doctor’s office. Here’s a bit of background to help
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No matter what your age, TRIO understands that fertility is complex and different for everyone. In this article, we outline what our patients may typically experience in their fertility journey at different decades of life. It’s no secret that fertility levels naturally decline as time passes. While the choice to delay parenthood is an individual
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When you start your fertility journey, one of the first things your specialist will look at is whether you are ovulating monthly. Ovulation plays a huge role when it comes to fertility, and TRIO’s team of experts will test your hormone levels and monitor your cycle. In this article, we share information on why it’s
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Nowadays, medical teams have access to a large variety of tests that enable them to diagnose and treat many causes of infertility. Sometimes, even after thorough fertility testing, the cause of infertility remains unclear. This is called “unexplained infertility.” If you have heard this term in a physician’s office, you aren’t alone — it affects
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