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5 things men can do to optimise their fertility
It is estimated that 1 in 6 couples will have trouble trying to conceive. It is often assumed that the cause of infertility is the woman, but about a third of the time, it is the man who is infertile. Often, it’s both partners who have suboptimal fertility which exacerbates the challenges of conceiving.
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What is surrogacy and how does it work in Australia?
Surrogacy is a form of assisted reproductive therapy (ART) when a woman carries a baby to term on behalf of another person or couple. The woman carrying the child then relinquishes custody and guardianship over to the intended parents at birth.
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Xenoestrogens and EDCs: What are they and how to avoid them?
Xeno means foreign and estrogen is the primary female sex hormone. So xenoestrogens are man-made chemicals that act like estrogen in the body. They interfere with our natural hormonal signals by either blocking hormones or more commonly mimicking hormones.
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What is a rainbow baby?
A rainbow baby is a term referred to a healthy baby who is born after pregnancy loss, such as miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death, ectopic pregnancy. The term rainbow baby might be confusing to you if you have not experienced pregnancy loss, but for many who have it is a symbol of hope. The idea of the rainbow is meant to symbolise hope, light and joy after experiencing such a heartbreaking loss. Much how a rainbow...
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Understanding the factors that can affect our fertility?
Many of us probably didn’t consider our fertility when we were younger. More often we spent time thinking about how we could AVOID pregnancy rather than achieving it!
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Nutrition for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal disorder estimated to affect 12 to 21% of women of reproductive age.
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5 things men can do to optimise their fertility
It is estimated that 1 in 6 couples will have trouble trying to conceive. It is often assumed that the cause of infertility is the woman, but about a third of the time, it is the man who is infertile. Often, it’s both partners who have suboptimal fertility which exacerbates the challenges of conceiving.
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The everyday items you didn’t realise could be affecting your fertility
When you're trying to have a baby there are so many things you start doing, and a few that you usually stop too. However, there are also some very common everyday items that you probably didn't realise could also be hindering your chances of falling pregnant.
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Xenoestrogens and EDCs: What are they and how to avoid them?
Xeno means foreign and estrogen is the primary female sex hormone. So xenoestrogens are man-made chemicals that act like estrogen in the body. They interfere with our natural hormonal signals by either blocking hormones or more commonly mimicking hormones.
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What is surrogacy and how does it work in Australia?
Surrogacy is a form of assisted reproductive therapy (ART) when a woman carries a baby to term on behalf of another person or couple. The woman carrying the child then relinquishes custody and guardianship over to the intended parents at birth.
read more
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10 things you should do before falling pregnant
If you are at the point in your life where you are thinking about falling pregnant you might be wondering if there is anything you can, or should, do to prepare?
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Understanding sperm donation in Australia
From same-sex and LGBTQ+ couples to couples experiencing male fertility issues or single women looking to fall pregnant. There are many reasons people might consider sperm donation for conception. Sperm donation is a growing need in Australia with more and more people looking to start a family with the demand often outweighing the current supply. This means those hoping to access donor sperm often have to go on a waiting list. How does sperm donation...
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In Vitro Fertilisation: What is IVF and what does the process involve?
Most of us have heard of IVF in some way, shape or form. For some, they’ve heard of it but don’t know much about it but for many parents, it’s a lifeline. For those faced with fertility issues, the only option they have to become parents is through IVF. Those who haven’t been through it, might be thinking about looking into it or are curious to know a bit more about it might be wondering...
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