A Helpful Strategy for Those Trying to Improve Health Many health issues are influenced by metabolic issues and underlying inflammation in the body, and a common culprit is an unhealthy diet resulting in being overweight. This extends to reproductive issues, too. If you’re struggling to get pregnant, improving your diet, habits and overall health can […]
Category: Infertility
How to Find the Right Fertility Doctor
It happens. You get the feeling. You’re ready to start a family. So you start trying. And trying. But nothing’s happening yet. You’re starting to wonder whether the stork needs directions! But don’t worry, it doesn’t necessarily mean something’s wrong. It might just mean you could use a little help. The standard advice in the […]
A Mother’s Story
Lena, a patient in our El Paso fertility clinic, shared her story with us recently. After the birth of a son in 2012, she experienced “unexplained infertility” also known as secondary infertility, in trying to conceive another child. At 36, she was referred to an El Paso fertility doctor and spent more than two years […]
How Lifestyle Contributes to Infertility
Most of the information about how lifestyle affects fertility focuses on females. While male lifestyle choices may affect fertility, there is less research on how mens’ lifestyle habits impact pregnancies or births. Studies show that choices made before and during pregnancy impact fertility and the fetus that a woman carries. Lifestyle, age and diet all […]
Male Fertility: Vasectomy Reversal
At Caperton Fertility Institute (CFI), we want you to know that we deeply understand the pain and suffering that men go through when the process of getting pregnant with their partner is unsuccessful. While there can be several causes, let’s look at one of the common reasons that a man is not fertile– a previous vasectomy. […]
Low Sperm Count
At Caperton Fertility Institute, we are the Southwest region’s most experienced fertility center, treating infertility issues in men and women. While treatment of male infertility is not typically seen as the starting point in the journey to solve infertility issues, fertility tests in men are an important part of determining the course of treatment in […]
Full Hearts, High Hopes: Infertility Journey
We are at a loss for words to convey how moved we are by our patients this National Infertility Awareness Week. Your stories resonate with us deeply and we know your reflections inspire hope in others trying to conceive. We are eternally grateful to be on this journey with you, to be able to care […]
A Look at Secondary Infertility
Infertility comes in many shapes and sizes and can be painful, frustrating and taxing regardless of the situation. For men and women who struggle to get pregnant after naturally conceiving, secondary infertility can be confusing and very difficult. What is Secondary Infertility? Secondary infertility is defined as “The inability to become pregnant or carry a […]
The Value of the Right Diet During Fertility Treatment
As you learn more about how to best manage your fertility you will quickly find that there is more to it than just medication, tracking your cycle, and doctor appointments. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is an important part of your fertility treatment. One of the essential things you can do to improve your chances of […]
Become a Gestational Carrier and Enrich Someone’s Life
Many people’s goals for the year involve seeking ways to create more meaning and fulfillment in their lives. Many times, these goals involve helping others and “paying it forward.” What about you? What are your goals for the year? Do they include finding ways to create fulfillment by enriching someone else’s life? If so, consider […]