Fertility & women’s health, explained

In Vitro Fertilisation · 6 min

Fresh or Frozen Embryo Transfer: Which Is Best for You?

Dr Raelia Lew explains how fertility specialists choose between fresh and frozen embryo transfer, covering OHSS risk, endometrial receptivity and embryo banking strategy.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 20 min

The IVF Process

A step-by-step walkthrough of the IVF journey at Women's Health Melbourne, from initial consultation and testing through stimulation, egg collection, transfer and early pregnancy monitoring.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 8 min

Factors That Influence IVF Success Rates: What You Need to Know

Explains how IVF success rates are measured and reported, and the age, medical, lifestyle, laboratory and treatment factors that influence live birth outcomes.

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Nutrition and Lifestyle · 3 min

Blood-Sugar, Hormones and Fertility

Nutritionist Mandi Azoulay explains how blood-sugar control affects fertility and PCOS, listing warning signs, dietary tips and supplements to support conception.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 13 min

How to Prepare for IVF - A guide for IVF patients

A comprehensive guide to preparing for IVF at WHM, covering pre-treatment counselling, medical checks, lifestyle preparation, emotional readiness and the care team involved.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 7 min

UNDERSTANDING Ovarian PRP

Detailed clinical guide to ovarian PRP therapy, explaining the procedure, preparation, administration, aftercare and potential risks for improving ovarian reserve.

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Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine · 2 min

The Vagina in Chinese Medicine

Explains how Chinese Medicine views vaginal health through Qi, Blood, Yin and Yang balance, covering common disharmony patterns and acupuncture, herbal and dietary treatment approaches.

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Aesthetic and Skin Health · 3 min

Understanding How Pregnancy Affects the Skin

Explains common pregnancy-related skin changes such as the pregnancy glow, melasma, acne and skin tags, with guidance on safe skincare during pregnancy.

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Aesthetic and Skin Health · 4 min

Understanding How Menopause Affects the SkiN

Covers how declining oestrogen during menopause causes skin dryness, elasticity loss, wrinkles, sensitivity and pigmentation, plus skincare and clinical treatment options.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 29 min

Fertility Treatments and Technology: What's New in Assisted Reproduction?

A wide-ranging overview of modern IVF advances: embryo culture, vitrification, ICSI, genetic testing, AI embryo selection, microbiome research and mitochondrial transfer.

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Aesthetic and Skin Health · 3 min

How can SkinPen Microneedling transform your complexion?

Explains how SkinPen microneedling triggers the skin's healing response to boost collagen, reduce fine lines and scarring, and improve skin texture.

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Egg Freezing · 15 min

The Egg Freezing Process

A detailed walkthrough of the WHM egg freezing process in six steps, covering fertility assessment, cycle planning, monitoring, retrieval and storage.

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Women's Health · 1 min

ELLECHEMY. Pleasure Prescribed

Introduces Ellechemy, Dr Raelia Lew's personalised prescription lubricant and intimate skincare range, outlining its formulations for fertility, menopause and vaginal health.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 29 min

How much does IVF cost in Melbourne?

A detailed breakdown of IVF and egg freezing costs in Melbourne, covering pre-treatment investigations, medications, laboratory fees, Medicare rebates and private health insurance.

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Nutrition and Lifestyle · 1 min

top 6 Winter Immune Boosting Must Haves

Acupuncturist Mandi Azoulay lists six winter immune-boosting supplements and offers telehealth reviews and acupuncture sessions to help prevent and recover from winter infections.

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Male Fertility · 7 min

What is male infertility?

Q&A style overview of male infertility causes, semen analysis, hormonal assessment, treatment options including IVF/ICSI, and surgical sperm retrieval.

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Gynaecology · 2 min

What do we need know about ovarian cancer?

Overview of ovarian cancer covering symptoms, risk factors, screening limitations, diagnosis and treatment options including surgery and chemotherapy.

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Female Fertility · 6 min

Maximising the chance of Natural Conception

A practical guide to the fertile window, ovulation tracking methods, intercourse timing, and lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol and caffeine that affect natural conception chances.

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Endometriosis · 3 min

Why you should care about endometriosis

Discusses endometriosis prevalence, diagnostic delays, economic burden in Australia, and its impact on fertility, urging earlier specialist assessment.

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome · 8 min

THE LATEST PCOS guidelines

Summarises the updated 2023 international PCOS diagnostic and management guidelines presented at ESHRE Copenhagen, covering diagnosis criteria, screening and treatment options.

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Hormones and Endocrine Health · 2 min

Hypothyroidism and Fertility

Explains how thyroid autoimmunity and hypothyroidism affect female and male fertility, and when to get thyroid levels checked before conceiving or fertility treatment.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 6 min

Fertility Treatments in 2024

An overview of current fertility treatment options at WHM in 2024, from laparoscopy and ovulation induction through IVF, ICSI, PGT and preconception screening.

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Female Fertility · 3 min

Navigating Christmas when you are trying to get pregnant

Lifestyle and emotional wellbeing tips for couples trying to conceive over the Christmas period, covering mental health, diet and alcohol advice.

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Reproductive Genetics · 3 min

Genetic carrier screening

Explains genetic carrier screening in Australia, covering spinal muscular atrophy, cystic fibrosis and Fragile X testing, the new Medicare rebate, and how it differs from NIPT.

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