Common causes of delayed conception in Kenya
Majority of couples in Kenya start trying for a baby a few years into their marriage and typically have two to three children within...
Emergency Contraception
It’s no secret that many young Kenyan ladies misuse emergency contraceptives, commonly known as the ‘morning after’ pill. As a result, a good number...
An overview of Cancer and Infertility
The rise in cases of cancer in adults, as well as children in Kenya, has left many worried about its effects on one’s reproductive...
Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM)
This method works as frequent suckling decreases the secretion of GnRF (gonadotropin-releasing factor) by the hypothalamus. This, in turn, suppresses the anterior pituitary glands...
How to prepare for an appointment with a Fertility Specialist
Feeling helpless when pregnancy does not happen as planned is common among couples in such situations. However, for those that take the next step...
Important questions to ask your doctor when choosing contraceptives in Kenya
Contraceptives are the most common option for women in Kenya that want to prevent pregnancy yet remain sexually active. When making the choice for...
Getting pregnant after a miscarriage
Losing a baby through a miscarriage is often traumatizing for most women regardless of the duration of the pregnancy. It is common to find...
Causes of infertility in Kenyan men
In Kenya, it is common to find that women get blamed more than men for the inability to bear children. It is not unusual...
Pros and cons of common birth control options in Kenya
In Kenya, contraceptives are quite accessible with most women getting them from hospitals or local health centres. However, not all contraceptives being sold are...
Implantable Devices – Birth Control Methods
These are devices that are inserted into the body and left in place for a few years.
Implantable Rod
This is a matchstick-size, flexible rod that...