Couples having trouble getting pregnant often have questions about how they can increase their chances. While some causes of infertility cannot be changed without medical intervention, oftentimes, environmental and lifestyle factors can play a part in infertility. Dr. Dan Gehlbach and the registered nutritionist at Midwest Reproductive Center advise couples on the best dietary choices for optimizing fertility.
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Search “nutrition for fertility’ right now and you will likely come up with a plethora of theories on the correlation between food and fertility. Bookstores devote entire sections to diets, and your inbox probably has a special offer tempting you with an easy-fix claim.
Dr. Dan Gehlbach helps his fertility patients separate fact from fiction with nutritional counseling and nutritional plans that target male and female infertility related to ovulation dysfunction and sperm disorders.
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January 1st has come and gone and many people have made goals or resolutions for 2013. Weight loss, more time with family and getting out of debt are popular choices. At Midwest Reproductive Center, Dr. Dan Gehlbach and our team believe that our patients should consider making resolutions that might help them achieve their dreams of having a child.
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Most people assume that they will decide to start a family, get pregnant and live happily ever after. Unfortunately, some couples hit a snag when they put this plan into motion. The team at Midwest Reproductive Center can offer important information about possible infertility.
Look for the following red flags, which may signify a need to consult with a fertility specialist like Dr.…
Before you call a reproductive endocrinologist like Dr. Dan Gehlbach, you can act as your own fertility advocate by doing a little biology homework, practicing observation skills and taking proactive steps to get pregnant.
Actions you can take now to get pregnant:
1) Determine your ovulation date
2) Time intercourse around your ovulation
3) Maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle
4) Avoid using lubricants,
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Do you sometimes feel like Sally when she cries to Harry about turning 40…someday? “It’s just sitting there,” she says. “Like some big dead end.”
It’s true that a dip in female fertility potential occurs at age 35, hardly an age considered “old” by today’s standards. We see celebrity couples having children into their 50s,
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Most people assume that they will decide to start a family, get pregnant and live happily ever after. Unfortunately, some couples hit a snag when they put this plan into motion. The team at Midwest Reproductive Center can offer important information about possible signs of infertility.
Look for the following red flags, which may signify a need to consult with a fertility specialist like Dr.…
Though many people believe that infertility only affects women, about one-half of cases are caused by male factor infertility. After an initial consultation, Dr. Dan Gehlbach will begin the process of trying to determine the causes of your difficulty conceiving. Usually, he checks for ovulation and tubal patency in female patients and a semen analysis for the male partner.
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Achieving pregnancy can sometimes come down to a different ‘take’ on traditional methods for conception. If you are considering donor sperm, or surfing sperm bank websites for information, you likely have been diagnosed with male infertility, or do not have access to a sperm source because of life circumstances.
Dr. Dan Gehlbach with Midwest Reproductive Center brings clarity and compassion to the conversation about third-party reproduction.
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Check out the latest edition of Herlife Kansas City and read about Dr. Dan Gehlbach. The article discusses treatment options for infertile couples available at Midwest Reproductive Center in Olathe.
Fertility treatment can be an involved process, and having a board certified reproductive endocrinologist on your side can make the difference between success and failure.
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