Do complementary therapies for fertility work?

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There is no sound scientific evidence that complementary therapies can help women address fertility issues. It is advisable to be cautious. Yet, it’s also advisable to pay attention to your overall wellness and to seek … Read More

How can Iodine help in pregnancy?

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Iodine in pregnancy is essential to the development of the foetus’ brain and nervous system. Pregnant women, therefore, need to take higher levels of iodine.Why you need iodine in pregnancy If your fertility specialist told … Read More

Does contraception affect fertility?

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Contraception Fertility Expert Tamara Hunter Perth

Concerns over whether the use of contraception could affect your fertility have been found to be baseless. Studies have found your chances of falling pregnant after you stop taking contraception are as high as they … Read More

Ovulation Induction Explained

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Ovulation induction treatment is used to improve a woman’s chance of falling pregnant by regulating her cycle and encouraging the release of an egg. For those women with irregular cycles, the use of medication to … Read More

Putting your mind at ease with pre-implantation genetic testing

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Pre-implantation genetic testing for aneuploidy (PGT-A) is a valuable tool that can be used as part of the IVF cycle, particularly for women who have a history of recurrent pregnancy losses, who are over the … Read More

PCOS and Metformin: Improving pregnancy outcomes

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PCOS is thought to be the main cause of infertility. The diabetes medication metformin is one way to treat the symptoms of PCOS and help to improve the chances of a healthy pregnancy This article … Read More

The ins and out of egg and sperm donation in Australia

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For couples unable to conceive with their own eggs and sperm, donation is often the best way to have a baby. First you need to understand the legal requirements and best practices around donation Video: … Read More

How does a previous miscarriage affect your fertility journey?

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One in four women in Australia have had a miscarriage but for women who have had recurrent miscarriages a fertility evaluation is important. Several procedures can help women achieve a successful pregnancy despite previous miscarriages. … Read More

Removing the stigma around male fertility

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Understanding the causes of male infertility and finding ways to help couples conceive This article has a video – click here if you don’t want to readIt takes two for a baby: the role of … Read More