Chris D. Meletis, N.D. Have you ever wondered if taking antidepressants can affect your chances of getting pregnant? A significant number of reproductive-aged women take antidepressants. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), an estimated 20.9% of women aged 40 to 44 years are using these medications.1 Likewise, depression is common in men seeking […]
By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. You probably know that age affects a woman’s chance of getting pregnant. But a new study shows that men also have a biological clock that can impact a couple’s chances of conceiving far more than previously thought.1 The same study also found that older women’s eggs aren’t as good at […]
By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. If you’re a couple trying to conceive (TTC), I know I don’t have to tell you how stressful it can be. Many of my TTC patients feel like they’re under a lot of pressure, especially now that many women are choosing to delay having children until later in life. They […]
By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. Whether you’re taking a business trip or your summer vacation, traveling can affect your fertility and ability to get pregnant. This is true for both men and women. But you can take certain steps to increase chances of pregnancy while traveling on vacation or after you reunite with your partner […]
By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. Scientists are just beginning to unearth the effects of COVID-19 on many aspects of health including fertility. There’s still a lot we don’t know about exactly how COVID-19 impacts reproductive health. But scientists are learning more and more every day. Here’s what the latest research says about COVID-19 and fertility. […]