360° Me
Hello and welcome to our first issue of 360° Me – the first magazine to take a holistic approach to the reproductive health, general health and wellbeing of women and men. 360° Me is brought to you by the team at Gynii Me Limited, a company dedicated to empowering and supporting individuals and couples at each step of their […]
Chemical Pregnancy vs Clinical Pregnancy
A “chemical pregnancy” refers to pregnancy which has only been detected by testing for the level of the pregnancy hormone hCG (a biological chemical). High-levels of hCG indicate a pregnancy. A chemical pregnancy may be detected two weeks after conception. A “clinical pregnancy” means there are clinical signs of a foetus, which can be seen (as in […]
Introductory guide to fertility tests
Your Free Introductory Guide to Fertility Tests It may take longer than you expect to become pregnant. If you have been trying for a year and are concerned that “nothing seems to be happening”, then speak to your GP who may refer you for some fertility tests. We created this FREE introductory guide, to help you to […]
What is anti-müllerian hormone (AMH)?
AMH or Anti-Müllerian Hormone, is a natural hormone produced in women’s ovaries, by the follicles (the structures that contain the eggs). AMH test is used to assess a woman’s ovarian reserve (“OR”), how many viable eggs a woman has left in her ovaries. AMH test can be done at any time during the menstrual cycle. The reference […]
Our favourite winter reads 2021
We’re well into the Christmas season! What better time to curl up next to the fireplace and tuck into some holiday reads? Here at Little Bean Journey we’ve rounded up all our favourite books about reproductive health and menopause so you can enjoy yourself and learn more about your body, fertility, and wellbeing. Get that […]
What is a normal follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) level for IVF?
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is an important hormone made in your pituitary gland. The FSH test checks if your pituitary gland produces too much or too little FSH, or if you have any potential issues with your ovaries or testicles. For women, FSH levels naturally fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle, so the test is normally undertaken […]
How to choose a private fertility clinic in the UK
Choosing the right fertility clinic can be an emotional and extremely worrying experience. With this in mind, we have created this guide to enable an individualised search for clinics that match both your personal and medical needs. 1. Things to think about when starting your search: Location: Your treatment will involve numerous appointments so choosing […]
Is egg collection painful?
Our research shows that most women did not find egg collection painful, as a sedative is administered during the procedure. However, common side-effects you may experience following the procedure include bloating, constipation, abdominal cramps and/or light vaginal bleeding. Over-the-counter painkillers can be taken to ease any discomfort you experience after egg collection. Read our guide […]
What are short and long protocols in IVF?
A number of methods (also called “protocols”) can be used to stimulate a woman’s ovaries to produce eggs during IVF. The most common methods are long protocol and short protocol. Each approach involves scans to monitor how the follicles are developing for as many healthy eggs to be collected as possible.Your doctor will decide whether […]
How can I prepare for semen analysis?
You will need to refrain from any sexual activity for at least three days, but not more than five to seven days before your sample is collected. This means no sexual intercourse or no ejaculation of any kind, including masturbation. Longer or shorter periods of abstinence may result in a lower sperm count or decreased […]