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PMOS: The New Name for PCOS and What It Means for Fertility

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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has recently been renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The change, proposed by an international consensus in 2026, reflects a better understanding that the condition is not simply an ovarian disorder but can involve reproductive, hormonal and metabolic systems. 1. Why the name change from PCOS to PMOS? (i.e., in favour) 1a. […]

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Fertility Focus – August 2026

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– Your Questions, Answered Live! Join us: Wednesday 23rd September 2026 4pm BST/5pm CET/7pm GST Virtual via Zoom The forum is a unique patient-focused event designed to inform, empower, and support you. Ask your fertility-related questions Gain practical tips Receive trusted guidance from an expert panel Connect with NOW-fertility consultants and other fertility professionals in

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Our Guide to Your Fertility Journey

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Beginning fertility treatment is a significant step, and it’s natural to have questions about what to expect. At NOW-fertility, we believe that understanding the process can help you feel more informed, confident and supported throughout your journey. From your first enquiry to your post-treatment consultation, our experienced team will be by your side, providing expert

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Endometrium as a cause of implantation failure in IVF

Endometrium as a cause of implantation failure in IVF

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Implantation is the process by which a transferred embryo attaches to and embeds in the uterine lining (endometrium). For a day 5 embryo, this usually occurs within the first 24 hours following transfer, while for a day 3 embryo it typically happens within 2–4 days. Without successful implantation, pregnancy cannot develop. If implantation fails on

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What makes a good quality embryo

What makes a good quality embryo?

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Determining the quality of an embryo and how ‘good’ it is involves reviewing the shape, structure and appearance to assess the potential for implantation. Traditionally, embryologists monitored development by observing the embryo under a microscope each day, evaluating features such as cell division and tracking developmental changes throughout the culture process. Recent technological advances, in

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Fertility Focus – May 2026

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Your Questions, Answered Live! Join us: Wednesday 27th May 2026 4pm BST/5pm CET/7pm GST Virtual via Zoom The forum is a unique patient-focused event designed to inform, empower, and support you. Ask your fertility-related questions Gain practical tips Receive trusted guidance from an expert panel Connect with NOW-fertility consultants and other fertility professionals in a

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Understanding the Challenges of Secondary Infertility

Why Am I Struggling to Conceive Again? Understanding the Challenges of Secondary Infertility

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Secondary infertility refers to difficulty becoming pregnant, or carrying a pregnancy to term, after previously having one or more successful pregnancies without fertility treatment. It is typically diagnosed when a couple has been trying to conceive for 12 months without success. For women aged 35 and over, it is generally recommended to seek an evaluation

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Fertility Focus – April 2026

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Your Questions, Answered Live! Including: Fertility After 40 – insights from our multidisciplinary panel Join us: Wednesday 29th April 2026 4pm BST/5pm CET/7pm GST Virtual via Zoom The forum is a unique patient-focused event designed to inform, empower, and support you. Ask your fertility-related questions Gain practical tips Receive trusted guidance from an expert panel

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