Author: Metro IVF Fertility

Puasa Dan Kesuburan

Puasa & Kesuburan Dr Salini Suhaila Nasir, Metro IVF Bersempena bulan Ramadhan yang mulia ini, sedikit perkongsian buat pasangan TTC yang sedang mencuba untuk hamil. Terdapat beberapa kajian mencadangkan berpuasa mungkin dapat membantu meningkatkan kejayaan kehamilan.  Puasa mempunyai banyak kebaikan kepada badan yang bukan sahaja sekadar menahan lapar dan dahaga tetapi dari sudut kesihatan berupaya mengeluarkan hormon sintetik, membersihkan hati, mengalkalikan aliran darah dan menjana semula proses hormon semulajadi badan.  Berpuasa membolehkan semua toksin dikeluarkan dari sel, hormon diseimbangkan semula, hati memetabolismekan sebarang hormon berlebihan seperti xenoestrogen dan kortisol (hormon …

BERPUASA SEMASA HAMIL DAN MENYUSU

BERPUASA SEMASA HAMIL DAN MENYUSU Dr Afida Sohana Awang Soh, Hospital Wanita Metro Setiap kali tibanya Ramadhan, soalan cepu emas yang ditanya doleh ibu-ibu yang hamil atau menyusu adalah samada mereka dibolehkan berpuasa semasa hamil dan menyusu. Untuk menjawab soalan ini, pertama sekali mari kita lihat dari segi agama. Sabda Nabi Muhammad SAW, إِنَّ اللَّهَ عَزَّ وَجَلَّ وَضَعَ عَنِ الْمُسَافِرِ شَطْرَ الصَّلاَةِ وَعَنِ الْمُسَافِرِ وَالْحَامِلِ وَالْمُرْضِعِ الصَّوْمَ أَوِ الصِّيَامَ “Sesungguhnya Allah ‘azza wa jalla meringankan setengah solat untuk musafir dan meringankan puasa bagi musafir, wanita hamil dan menyusui.” Hadis riwayat …

Kehamilan dan Kesuburan Ketika Puasa di Bulan Ramadan

Kehamilan dan Kesuburan Ketika Puasa di Bulan Ramadan Dr Zharif Hussein, Metro IVF  Kehamilan dan Ramadan: Panduan untuk Ibu HamilRamadan adalah bulan suci bagi umat Islam yang dipenuhi dengan ibadah dan keberkatan. Namun, bagi ibu hamil, keputusan untuk berpuasa memerlukan pertimbangan yang teliti. Kehamilan adalah tempoh penting yang memerlukan pemakanan seimbang, hidrasi yang mencukupi, dan rehat yang mencukupi untuk memastikan kesihatan ibu dan bayi dalam kandungan. Artikel ini akan membincangkan tentang cara menjaga kesihatan semasa berpuasa dan alternatif bagi ibu hamil yang tidak mampu berpuasa.   Kesuburan dan Ramadan: Panduan untuk …

Becoming Parents After a 5-Year Wait

The couple sought fertility consultation in 2022, five years after getting married. They decided to embark on IVF treatment following a history of ectopic pregnancy in 2018, which left the wife with only one Fallopian tube. In 2019, they experienced a failed IUI attempt at another hospital. After undergoing their first cycle of IVF at Metro IVF Puchong, they are now blessed with a baby boy! …

HL’s IVF Family

HL has always dreamed of having a family. She began her fertility journey with her first IVF cycle, which yielded a Day 3 embryo and a blastocyst. The Day 3 embryo was used during her first FET, which resulted in a successful pregnancy and the birth of a cute, healthy girl. One year later, HL underwent her second FET, this time with the blastocyst. It resulted in yet another pregnancy, and she delivered a healthy boy. Now, HL has a wonderful IVF family with her miracle daughter and son. …

Beating Unexplained Infertility

Even IVF treatment can fail at times, and the reasons can be difficult to identify. Mrs. Y and her husband had been visiting Metro IVF since 2022 and finally decided on IVF treatment last year. Screening showed no significant fertility issues, classifying their condition as ‘unexplained infertility.’ Their IVF treatment resulted in six beautiful day-five embryos (blastocysts), all graded A+ to A- (4AA to 6AB). However, their first FET last year was unsuccessful, with Beta HCG levels rising only to 7 before dropping. For the couple’s second FET, additional measures …

A Journey of 7 IVF Cycles

Here’s the story of a remarkable engineer, CY, who exemplifies intelligence, hard work, and courage, all in pursuit of her dream of starting a family. CY knew from the start that her path to parenthood would be challenging, for she had previously undergone two surgeries on her uterus and tubes. Just a year into her marriage, she embarked on her IVF journey and went through three cycles at two different centres, yet success remained elusive. After six months of dedicated reading and research, CY made the bold decision to pursue …

Double the Success With Mini IVF

At 33 years old, this couple already had one child conceived spontaneously five years ago. However, they had been trying to conceive (TTC) again for four years without success and came to us for several attempts of timed intercourse (TSI). As we continued working with them, we noticed the emotional strain and disappointment they were experiencing due to repeated failures. We understood their hope to conceive naturally again, given their previous success, but we also knew that age plays a significant role, and nothing, including timed intercourse, is 100% guaranteed. …

A Miracle Baby at 40

At the age of 40, the couple was blessed with a beautiful baby girl after 10 years of marriage. They first visited Metro IVF in September 2022 following a failed embryo transfer at another fertility centre. After further assessment, our specialist recommended a myomectomy (removal of fibroid) and a polypectomy before proceeding with a second embryo transfer. Six months later, the couple were finally ready and proceeded with the transfer, resulting in a successful pregnancy! …

IVF Success After 6 Cycles

An inspiring tale of resilience comes from a couple who refused to give up, going through six IVF cycles until they finally achieved success. HN commenced her IVF journey back in 2016, persisting until 2020 with four cycles at two different centres. Despite facing setbacks, she maintained a positive outlook and decided to pursue treatment at Metro IVF for her fifth cycle. Given her low egg reserve, HN promptly agreed to proceed with IVF treatment. During her fifth cycle, she produced four embryos by Day 3. The medical team strongly …

Going Through an Embryo Transfer at 44

Do you know what’s the biggest challenge for a 44-year-old woman who’s trying to conceive? The answer is obtaining a good embryo for transfer. Many fertility specialists recommend proceeding with IVF without unnecessary delay or considering ovum donation (OD). SO came to Metro IVF at the age of 44 for a fertility consultation. She was advised that IVF would be the best option, and she agreed immediately. She began her IVF cycle soon after her initial investigation. The team worked together to optimise her outcome by using an ovarian stimulation …

A Singaporean Couple’s Dreams of Parenthood, Achieved

Greetings from this Singaporean family! In 2011, after 8 years of waiting, NI sought treatment at Metro IVF on the recommendation of her doctor in Singapore. She underwent two fresh embryo transfers (ET) and is now overjoyed to have a healthy family with a boy and a girl. The Metro IVF team is thrilled to have had the opportunity to assist the couple in their TTC (Trying To Conceive) journey. Congratulations to NI and her devoted, supportive husband! …