Him | Her | Sex & Conception
Examining Fertility Rates Around the World
One of the most important measures of a nation’s economic health is its Total Fertility Rate (TFR). Societies need to main a health birth rate level in order to sustainably [...]
Understanding A Woman’s Cycle
<< Topics | Bio 101 When you try to talk to a guy about a woman's cycle, most men envision that part from Kubrick's The Shining- you know- [...]
DocTalk: Does better sex make it easier to conceive?
Does better sex make it easier to conceive? Dr. Kathleen Hwang tackles urban legands about what does and does not boost your chances of getting pregnant.
The Basics of Semen pH
Is semen an acid or a base? Could your semen pH be impacting your fertility? Get the facts about semen pH and learn what you can do to improve it.
How many sperm does it take to get pregnant?
The simple, but important answer is 1. So, why do men make so many sperm? For men, fertility is a number's game. The more sperm, the better the odds. Learn about the research that has been done on the correlation of sperm count to pregnancy rates.
The Cremaster Muscle: A Hammock for Your Balls
A marvel of biological design, the cremaster muscle optimizes temperature, comfort and safety for the testes.
Getting Tested: Options for Testing Sperm
Because male infertility has no outward signs or symptoms, the only way to find out if there is an issue is to have your semen tested. There are several options available for home testing as well as a variety of techniques used in labs.
Is it me?
Listen up, Superman. We'd all like to think that we're blessed with active and virile swimmers that can be trusted upon when it's time to fertilize that lucky egg.
Scrotal Ultrasound
Urologists often order scrotal ultrasounds to confirm suspicions about abnormalities that they discover during a physical exam or to discover abnormalities that may be too small to detect by other means.
Preparing for Your Semen Analysis
If you are preparing for an upcoming semen analysis, here are a few tips to make sure you get the most accurate results possible.
Major Causes of Male Infertility
Male plumbing seems simple, but a lot can go wrong with a man's reproductive system. Learn about the common causes of male infertility and their treatments.
How Erections Work
The first step is a hard one. The curious biochemistry behind pitching a tent. Learn the abc's of how erections work and common causes of erectile dysfunction.
Let’s Talk about Sex
Sex while trying to conceive can be stressful and wrought with questions. What matters? What doesn't? How often you have sex, sex drive, and what happens during sex can determine whether or not you make a baby.
