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10 Most Common Birth Defects: What Prospective Parents Should Know
Birth defects (congenital disorders) are structural or genetic conditions present at birth that can affect almost any part of the body.
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Concise, plain-language answers to the questions that come up most often about genetics, fertility, and family planning.
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Advanced Maternal Age and Birth Defects
With many couples today choosing to start families later in life, it’s crucial to understand how maternal age can impact the risk of birth defects.
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Are Developmental Delays Common? Genetic Insights for IVF Parents
Developmental delays refer to noticeable lags in a child’s growth or learning – for example, taking longer to start walking, talking, or learning skills compare…
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Are Developmental Delays the Parents’ Fault?
Developmental delays in children are usually not caused by parental failures. This short guide addresses common misconceptions, explains the real causes (geneti…
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Are Neurodevelopmental Disorders Congenital?
Understanding how congenital conditions and neurodevelopmental disorders overlap can help parents make informed decisions, especially with advanced embryo genet…
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Are Speech Delays Common?
A frequent question is, “Are speech delays common?” The reassuring answer is yes – speech delay in children is relatively common, and in most cases, it’s a mana…
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Are Speech Delays Genetic?
Speech and language development is a complex process influenced by both genes and environment. Below we provide a clear overview of what speech delays are, the …
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Decoding Family Risk: Genetics and Environment in Autism Development
Autism risk is shaped by both genes and environment. We break down what each contributes to a child's risk and how preconception genetic screening fits in.
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Exploring Autism Detection Through Preimplantation Genetic Testing
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has a strong genetic basis, with research suggesting that approximately 30% of individuals with ASD have a known genetic cause. A…
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How a Family History of Schizophrenia Can Impact Family Planning Decisions
If a parent or sibling has schizophrenia, the genetic risk to a child is significantly higher than the ~1% baseline risk in the general population. Such elevate…
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How Common Is Pediatric Cancer?
For many prospective parents, pediatric cancer is a frightening thought. The good news is that childhood cancers are relatively rare, but they still affect thou…
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If One Child Has Autism, Will My Other Children Have It Too?
Parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) might be wondering if future children will also be at risk. This post examines autism’s causes and famil…
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Is ADHD Genetic?
Current research confirms that ADHD has a strong hereditary component—it tends to run in families because of shared genes. However, the environment also plays a…
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Is Bladder Cancer Hereditary?
Prospective parents considering IVF and genetic testing often worry about hereditary health risks. One common question is, “Is bladder cancer hereditary?” Bladd…
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Is Brain Cancer Hereditary?
Is brain cancer hereditary? This is a common concern for prospective parents—especially those considering IVF to safeguard their future children’s health. The …
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Is Breast Cancer Hereditary?
For individuals with a family history of breast cancer considering in vitro fertilization (IVF), a pressing question often arises: Is breast cancer hereditary? …
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Is Cervical Cancer Hereditary?
Prospective parents going through IVF and preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) often ask, “Is cervical cancer hereditary?” This is a crucial question when plan…
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Is Intellectual Disability Genetic?
A common question is: Is intellectual disability genetic? Understanding the causes of intellectual disability can help prospective parents make informed decisio…
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