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Real Parenting

June 15

Joel Cruz On Parenting 8 Kids: Mahirap Talaga, Nagmeemeeting Kami

The entrepreneur teaches his kids to follow a budget in the toy store and that not every visit means they can buy

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Real Parenting

November 24

IVF Twins Born From 30 Year Old Embryo

Hello, Baby Lydia and Timothy!

Malusog na isinilang ang kambal na anak ng mag-asawang Rachel at Philip Ridgeway ng Portland, Oregon sa U.S.Noong October 31, 2022, isinilang ang kanilang twins—sina Lydia at Timothy Ridgeway—na na-conceive via In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF).Nakamamanghang isipin na ang kambal ay naging frozen embryos
Getting Pregnant

February 24

This Mom Froze Her Eggs At 36 And Got Pregnant At 41

'I paid close to P180,000 for the egg banking process and paid about P12,000 a year for storage.'

My sister once said that I think and do things with my heart.I suspect it was an affectionate euphemism for how I jump into situations without thinking them through, which, admittedly, I do. Sometimes, these hastily made decisions have had disastrous consequences;
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October 7

74-Year-Old Woman Became Oldest First-Time Mom of Twins

She conceived via IVF and may have set the world record for the oldest woman to give birth.

There used to be an intense pressure for women to get pregnant before 35. But thanks to advancements in reproductive medical technology, that has eased up a lot if you look at the case of the what could be the world record
Labor & Childbirth

May 10

Divine Lee birthing story, egg freezing, IVF

Divine's journey to motherhood spans a decade and a half, thanks to technology.

Most pregnancy journeys begin with two lines on a home test kit, indicating a positive result. For entrepreneur Divine Lee-Go, mom to one-year-old Baz, it began 14 years ago at the reproductive medicine center of a local hospital where she had her
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March 7

Doug and Chesca Kramer Turn to IVF for Baby #4!

Chesca has started the first of many injections, which Doug will administer at home, to stimulate her ovaries to produce more eggs.

The road to baby number four for Team Kramer has officially started — and they're turning to in vitro fertilization (IVF) to help them conceive.Yesterday, March 6, 2019, Chesca Kramer received the first of nine (or more) injections to stimulate her ovaries
Getting Pregnant

October 31

Doctors Told Her She'll Never Have a Baby. She Proved Them Wrong

After almost a decade of surgeries and procedures, she got her miracle.

Nicole Guidotti knew she wanted to be a mom. But since she was only 25 when she and her husband got married she thought they could take their time trying for a baby. After a year of trying, Nicole decided to consult
News

September 1

DOH to Investigate if Baby's Death Is Tied to Hospital Deposit Policy

Plus, studies show breastfeeding may lower risk of endometriosis, 'Frozen' socks recall, and more!

DOH to investigate a 1-month-old's death after alleged hospital's refusal Department of Health Secretary Paulyn Jean Rosell-Ubial told GMA News Online via a text message that the DOH Regional Office 9 will investigate the death of an infant who was allegedly refused care
Getting Pregnant

July 5

Men Who Wait to Have Kids Face a Ticking Biological Clock

Like women, a new study shows that man's age is a factor in the chances of a woman to conceive.

Women are constantly reminded of their body clock especially when they reach the age of 35. As for the men, age never seems to be an issue. But now researchers from Harvard have presented a study that age has an effect on
Getting Pregnant

November 25

This IVF Calculator Estimates a Couple's Chances of Having a Baby

Plus, two other healthcare innovations that can help prevent SIDS and increase preemie babies' survival rate.

There are more parenting- and baby care-related products in the market today than, say, 10 years ago. In fact, it's a booming industry, and the most wonderful part is every day we hear of new healthcare innovations for mom and baby. Here's
Getting Pregnant

September 15

What You Need to Know About IVF Today in the Philippines

A round table with St. Luke's fertility experts reveals IVF success rate, cost, and more.

In vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment started in the Philippines back in 1995, and it has come a long way since then. The first IVF baby in the country just turned 20 years old, and many other Filipino babies have been born via IVF
Getting Pregnant

July 8

This Mom Had Two Babies Born Five Weeks Apart. No, They're Not Twins

She and her husband wanted so badly to have even just one baby, but they were blessed with two adorable daughters instead.

Nurturing a new life inside you is a miracle. And while becoming a mother is a dream come true for many, there are different paths to pregnancy and motherhood, none of which are devoid of challenges. Some have a hard time conceiving
Getting Pregnant

January 20

New IVF Procedure Allows For Natural Fertilization

Conception takes place inside the womb with the help of a new device

Photo from theprovince.comIn vitro fertilization (IVF) is slowly gaining popularity around the world as it continues to improve in giving couples or women who are struggling to conceive a greater chance of being a parent. The assisted reproductive technology works by fertilizing the
Getting Pregnant

August 12

Study Says The Ideal Age to Build a Family Is...

Want two children? Study says you should be trying by no later than 27 years old

Photo Source: Nam Nguyen/FlickrWith the times getting harder and harder, it’s no wonder more couples are putting off having children until they’re more financially stable. But this begs the question, is there such a thing as too late? Yes, definitely. This is
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March 8

More Babies being Born through In Vitro Fertilization, Report Says

Also gives an insight why multiple births are fewer

Photo Source: wisegeek.comNearly 2,000 more infants were born with the help of in vitro fertilization (IVF) in 2013, compared to 2012. According to a new report from the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART), IVF is becoming increasingly popular in the United
Getting Pregnant

January 31

Laughter Increases Chances for Successful IVF, says Study

A recent study suggests that laughter can pave the way for a successful IVF (in vitro fertilization).

A new study suggests that laughing can actually increase the likelihood for a successful IVF (in vitro fertilization). An Israeli group of researchers, led by Shevach Friedler, discovered that when a clown would visit couples a little after their IVF treatment, their
Getting Pregnant

January 10

Online Calculator Helps Assess Chances for IVF Success

British researchers have produced a model that allows couples to test their chance of success online for IVF treatment.

A formula has been developed by a team of researchers from the Universities of Glasgow and Bristol that allows couples to gauge their chance of success of conceiving with in vitro fertilization (IVF) < >. A free online version on ivfpredict.com of

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