A Woman’s Journey with the Marquette and Creighton Model
While on the FACTS elective, Ellen Gaudet Urrutia interviewed an enthusiastic user of FABMs. For this woman, learning to chart her cycle hastened the diagnosis and treatment of a luteal phase defect, and using different methods in new seasons of life has provided a natural and effective way to not only plan their family but also manage her health. Read more!
Authentic Journeys with Fertility Awareness-Based Methods
This thought-provoking summary tells the story of how three different fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs) — the Sympto-Thermal Method , the Lactational Amenorrhea Method, and the Marquette Model — met the needs of two couples. Read more in this interview conducted by Catherine Cahill.
FACTS Benefactor: Bailey Limyansky, PA-C
As the end of 2021 draws near, we are grateful for every gift that makes possible the work of FACTS to educate medical professionals about fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs) and their applications in family planning and women’s health. This month, we feature someone who felt so strongly about the mission of FACTS that she became a monthly donor as a student. Learn more about Bailey Limyansky in this blog feature!
Ovulation Induction in PCOS: A Review of Research
For many years, clomiphene citrate was the recommended first-line agent for ovulation induction in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Yet, the 2019 meta-analysis study summarized in this research post provides further evidence that letrozole, or clomiphene plus metformin, can now be recommended as a first-line treatment for ovulation induction in most women with PCOS. Read more!
Thyroid Autoantibodies and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes: A Review
November is Prematurity Awareness Month, which provides an opportunity to raise awareness about conditions that may lead to prematurity, particularly preventable ones. This summarized research study demonstrates significant association between thyroid autoantibodies and both preterm birth and miscarriage. The findings should compel medical professionals to test women for this risk as a routine part of prenatal care to minimize the chances of poor pregnancy outcomes. Read more!
Subclinical PCOS in Healthy Eumenorrheic Women? A Research Review
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition with specific criteria that can present with subtle findings early on. The significance of sporadic anovulation in eumenorrheic women remains unclear. In this study, the authors aimed to assess whether sporadic anovulation was associated with clinical evidence of hyperandrogenemia. Read more in this review of the research!