As of June 22nd, our borders will open their arms again to our European neighbors. Spanish hospitality and Mediterranean warmth together with the scientific medical professionalism of Instituto Bernabeu to resume with total normality the […]

We are often asked this question at our clinic because, following an unsuccessful attempt at in vitro fertilisation there is always the hope of another go. The recommendation has always traditionally been to leave a space of […]

In vitro fertilisation (IVF) techniques aim to generate multiple follicles (ovarian stimulation) from which to obtain eggs which will later be fertilised. The ovarian stimulation process culminates with the use of a drug which induces […]

Before establishing the biological origin differences between identical and fraternal twins, let’s make a quick note on the etymology of both words. Etymologically both terms have the same origin (Latin gemellicium) and were used interchangeably […]

 Biochemical pregnancy or miscarriage occurs when an embryo, which initially implants in the uterus, stops developing. The pregnancy test is positive but the HCG hormone subsequently decreases until it becomes negative a few days later […]

The question of relationships between blood relatives has been approached in many different ways throughout the course of history. There have been times when relationships of this kind have been commonly accepted. Whilst at other […]

Índice1 What is implantation bleeding?2 When does the embryo implantation happen?3 How does the implantation bleeding happen?4 What happens after 6 to 10 days after fertilization?5 What are the characteristics of implantation bleeding? Colour, quantity […]

The anembryonic pregnancy or “blighted ovum” is a specific type of miscarriage in which the fertilized egg implants in the uterus but the embryo does not develop. It is a relatively common problem: 10-15% of […]

Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) is a very useful tool in Assisted Reproduction for the genetic selection of embryos prior to their transfer to the maternal uterus. It allows the selection of healthy embryos for a […]

Did you know that if you’ve just turned 40, by your next birthday you will have lost about half of your fertility you have at this moment? From the age of 36, you lose 2% […]