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New Life clinic is a leading center for male and female reproductive health and assisted reproduction – happy to announce about the openig of its new point in burgas for regular check-ups and consultation

New Life Clinic Burgas operate as a satellite center of New Life Clinic Plovdiv and providing full services for couples and individuals that require assisted reproduction.

Patients from Burgas and the region will have the opportunity to be more readily consulted, examined or followed-up on the spot at our newly opened point in Burgas.

New Life Clinic Burgas – Offers

Gynecology consultations and services

Couples male and female

Infertility Diagnosis and Treatment

Consultation – Donor Programs:

Egg Donation, Sperm Donation

Reproductive Genetics test

Computer Assisted Sperm Analysis (CASA) – from April 2020

High-risk pregnancy, ultrasound examination

New Life is a unique state of the art clinic, offering all kinds of test, exams and treatments that you may need

New Life is a center for assisted reproductive technology (ART) and reproductive health based in the heart of Plovdiv. The highly skilled team of the fertility center is headed by the famous fertility doctor dr Dobrinka Petrova and consulted by the internationally acclaimed specialists in the field of reproductive health.

The IVF center is located in Bulgaria, Plovdiv and offers a full range of services with donor programs for sperm, oocytes, classic IVF treatment, ICSI, IMSI, with the most advanced European technologies in reproductive medicine. The clinic has a specialized section for men under the name New Life Male center in which our specialists take care of men’s health. The center offers CASA (computer assisted semen analysis) and Tefna (testicular biopsy – a new and gentle method for men compared to classical).

Our team of professionals will do everything in their power to make your dream of having a baby come true.

At New Life we ​​do not give up on difficult cases

Our team views difficult cases as a challenge to deal with. Many of our patients have had unsuccessful procedures before coming to us and realizing their dream of becoming a parent with us. Some of our team members are actively engaged in research and have a considerable number of publications behind their backs. This and our Israeli consultants allows our team to keep abreast of the latest developments in reproductive medicine and to apply them in clinical practice for the benefit of our patients.

Address:
Republic of Bulgaria
Burgas, Transportna Str. / behind a Mall Plaza /

Phone:
+35956555599

The compassion that we and our partners feel for couples with reproductive issues drove us to create the “Wish!” campaign. For the 6th year in a row the campaign will make possible the dream of more Bulgarian families by donating 2 IVF procedures. The “Wish!” campaign is open to all Bulgarian citizens. This year our team decided to combine the power of modern technologies with the positive message of the campaign. That is why we ask you to send us photos. The campaign officially starts on 1st December and concludes on 25th December 2019. You can send your videos until the end date of the campaign. Voting for the different clips will take place until 20 January 2020. On the 21 January the team of New Life will announce the winners.

#wishanewlife2020

OXYTOCIN AND CHILDBIRTH

Oxytocin causes rhythmic contractions of the uterine muscles. Its secretion increases as the cervix dilates. It’s secreted even after the expulsion of the fetus in order to move to the next stage – the birth of the placenta.

Synthetic oxytocin is used when it is necessary to induce birth or stimulate labor. To do the latter, the patient’s cervix should be 6cm dilated.

THE ROLE OF OXYTOCIN IN NURSING

When you’re breastfeeding, oxytocin is released which triggers the movement of the breast milk out and into the baby’s mouth. This is called  „let-down reflex“. Interestingly, this mechanism can be triggered even at the thought of breastfeeding or hearing a baby cry.

Oxytocin released during breastfeeding has been shown to strengthen the bond between the mother and the baby. It slightly raises your body temperature so you may feel warm and thirsty while nursing. It is important to note that oxytocin can’t determine the amount of breastmilk you will produce. This function belongs to prolactin.

Breastfeeding is beneficial not only for the baby but also for the mother. Thanks to the release oxytocin, the uterus is returns to its pre-pregnancy size, there is less bleeding and recovery is faster.

EFFECTS ON EMOTIONS

It has recently been suggested that oxytocin is also an important participant in social behavior. In the brain, oxytocin acts as a neurotransmitter and is responsible for human behavior, including sexual arousal, trust in others, anxiety and, of course, maternal instincts. As a result, oxytocin is called the „hormone of love“.

Many research projects have been undertaken addressing the role of oxytocin in addiction, anorexia and stress, among other topics.

Anemia during pregnancy -During pregnancy, blood  plasma volume increases by about 20-30% . This leads to the development of a mild anemia, which is easily detected by routine blood tests (whole blood count), but is not a cause for concern.

AM I AT RISK?

In some cases, the risk of developing severe anemia during pregnancy is increased:

1. Getting pregnant soon after a previous pregnancy;
2. Being pregnant with twins or triplets;
3. Low iron intake due to poor nutrition;
4. Heavy menstrual bleeding before becoming pregnant.

SYMPTOMS

Symptoms typical for anemia include fatigue, irritability, shortness of breath, palpitations, chest pain, cold limbs, difficult concentration, pale skin, brittle nails.

IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA

This type of anemia is the most common one. It is caused by insufficient intake or increased loss of iron (eg bleeding). We need iron to create hemoglobin. When your body lacks iron,  formation of new erythrocytes is very difficult.

 As the condition develops slowly, the body manages to adapt to some extent, the symptoms are too nonspecific to pay attention to and are often explained by other causes. Usually iron deficiency anemia is already present before the woman becomes pregnant. During pregnancy, when the body’s iron needs are higher, the condition may worsen.

This is dangerous for both the fetus and the mother. Severe anemia could lead to preterm birth, low birth weight, and anemia during infancy. For the mother, the risks are associated with greater blood loss during childbirth and decreased immunity.

PREVENTION WITH DIET

There are two types of iron – heme and non-heme. Heme iron is found in meat and is easier to digest. Non-heme iron is found in eggs, milk and plant foods and is more difficult to digest. Therefore, vegetarians and vegans are at a risk of developing iron deficiency anemia.

Take serious care of your diet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Include in your menu foods rich in iron such as green leafy vegetables (spinach), red meat, eggs, nuts, tofu. Iron is best absorbed in the presence of vitamin C (citrus fruits, tomatoes, peppers, kiwis, strawberries). If prenatal multivitamins and dietary changes are not able to help with your iron deficiency, you will be prescribed a special iron supplement. Depending on the severity of your condition, you may be referred to a hematologist.

Inside New Life Clinic

On October 05, 2019 / Saturday / at 11:00 – Open Day at New Life Reproductive Health Center and free consultation with New Life team for couples visiting Open Day.

All couples are kindly requested to make an appointment on 032/693 693 or on our free phone number 0800 13 006, where they will receive complete information about the event.

When you visit, you will have the opportunity to see the clinic from the inside and get answers to questions that interest you from specialists who are not only excellent professionals but also people with an extremely positive attitude. The manager of New Life, Dr. Dobrinka Petrova, together with Dr. Dimitar Tanev, Dr. Andrey Minchev and Dr. Maria Mateeva and the embryologists Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rumen Dimitrov, Tsvetomir Ivanov, and Hristina Georgieva will personally inform you about the latest in assisted reproductive technology. Our Open Day will give you an opportunity to get to know the rest of the staff and the extremely comfortable conditions offered by the first Israeli Center for Reproductive Health in Bulgaria.

Everyone strives to receive the highest quality medical help. However, sometimes it is quite difficult to decide which doctor to go to. In this article, we have provided some tips to help you choose your doctor.

INTERNET ISN’T ALWAYS HELPFUL

The internet is full of groups and pages that discuss the skills of doctors of all specialties. You can often come across conflicting opinions about the same person, which is very confusing. Our advice is to approach these materials very critically because it is not always certain how credible they are. Moreover, everyone will have a different experience depending on their attitude towards their appointment.

Instead, look for more information about additional training, qualifications, and interests that a doctor has. If they match your problem – trust them,  it is very likely that they’ll be able to help you.

DOES HEALTH INSURANCE COVER IT?

We are all required to pay for our health insurance. For some social groups, such as children, students up to 26 years and retired people, health insurance is covered by the state. This gives us the advantage of getting a referral to see a specialist. Sometimes it takes more time, but it’s a way to save yourself a lot of money.

Before you make an appointment, you need to ask if your doctor of choice has a contract with the National Health Insurance Fund. If not, don’t be ashamed to ask about the cost of the procedure you need.

DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE YOUNG DOCTORS

Recently trained physicians may not have that much experience, but they are certainly up to date with the latest innovations in medicine. They are more likely to attend conferences and additional training to learn about the most up-to-date practices. Do not underestimate or exclude them as an option for your next visit.

A DOCTOR YOU CAN TRUST

There is one popular saying that you should tell and show everything to your doctor. This means that you should not hide important details if you want the right diagnosis and treatment. When you are at the doctor’s office, pay attention to how you’re feeling. Is it easy for you to share your concerns with your doctor? Doctor-patient relationships should go smoothly, especially when you’ll have to pay multiple visits as it is with in vitro fertilization.

Miscarriage is one of the worst complications of pregnancy. Although nearly 20% of pregnancies end this way, it still remains taboo.

A miscarriage is the loss of a fetus before it is able to live outside the uterus (20 weeks). There is early (up to 12 weeks) and late (after 12 weeks) miscarriage.

 CAUSES

The main cause of a miscarriage are chromosomal defects in the fetus. They usually occur after fertilization and are not inherited by the parents.

 On the mother’s part, the cause may be related to old age, various diseases (Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, thrombophilia, etc.), traumas, infections, smoking, alcohol use. There is also a risk of miscarriage when the father works with heavy metals and other dangerous substances.

Moderate exercise, sex and work (unless it involves harmful chemicals) will not  lead to a miscarriage.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?

The symptoms of a miscarriage depend on how advanced the pregnancy is. Sometimes it can occur so early that it could be misinterpreted for a delayed menstruation, a.k.a chemical pregnancy. Symptoms of miscarriage include:

1. Spotting or heavy bleeding, which can range from bright red to brown;
2. Low abdominal or back pain;

These symptoms are not specific to miscarriages. Many women report mild bleeding at the beginning of pregnancy, but manage to give birth to completely healthy babies. However, if this occurs, you should contact your obstetrician immediately. Better safe than sorry.

TREATMENT

If diagnosed early enough (in the „threatened abortion“ phase when the cervix is intact), treatment may be attempted. In other cases, termination of pregnancy is the standard approach. If the patient’s blood type is Rh-negative, anti-D gamma globulin is also administered. If desired, oral contraceptives can be started immediately after the procedure or during your next menstruation.

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT

Unfortunately, miscarriage can happen to any expecting mother. Losing a much-desired baby is equivalent to losing a loved one. It is completely natural to mourn despite encouraging comments from loved ones that „you will have another baby“. It is just as normal to seek support from family and friends, or to need some solitude.

Don’t blame yourself for what happened. The reasons for most miscarriages are beyond our control and cannot be predicted. The probability that this will happen again with your next pregnancy is very low – about 1%.

Give yourself plenty of time to recover physically as well as mentally before attempting to get pregnant again. Even if it seems impossible, remember that this dark period will pass at some point.

If you have any other concerns or just need professional advice and support, our psychologist at New Life Medical Center is here to help you.