07:25 22nd May 2017 | Sex Discernment

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It’s an age-old question that parents have had to face: would you rather have a boy or a girl?

Most couples, especially those who have battled with infertility, would agree that, in the end, the gender of their child doesn’t really matter.

Despite this, many individuals may harbour a secret wish (but not too serious) to parent one gender rather than the other, or in many cases, a healthy mix of the two.

While much has changed ov...

03:21 20th May 2017 | PGD/PGS

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Having a relatively uncomplicated pregnancy, followed by the birth of a healthy baby, is something all parents-to-be hope for.

However, there are many things that can stand in the way of this ideal – a fact that those who have experienced various miscarriages and failed IVF cycles know all too well.

At Bridge Clinic, we aim to help couples battling with infertility fulfil their dream of getting pregnant and starting a family of thei...

11:01 18th March 2014 | DNA Testing

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One of the determinants of success in an IVF treatment cycle is the quality of gametes produced by the couples. There is a well-defined age related decline in female fertility and it is not unusual to have an egg quality issue especially when the woman is over 40 before presenting herself for IVF treatment. A good IVF clinic will discuss the prospects with the clients and then offer treatment with donated eggs after they have given info...