Fertility & women’s health, explained

Reproductive Genetics · 5 min

The breast cancer gene BRCA and IVF

Explains BRCA1/BRCA2 gene mutations, their breast and ovarian cancer risks, and how PGT-M embryo testing in IVF can help carriers avoid passing the mutation to children.

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Male Fertility · 1 min

What is retrograde ejaculation?

Brief explainer on retrograde ejaculation, its causes such as spinal injury or diabetes, and fertility treatment options like IUI or IVF sperm retrieval.

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Male Fertility · 5 min

How is male infertility diagnosed?

Details how a semen analysis is performed and interpreted, symptoms and risk factors for male infertility, and surgical options including varicocoele repair and vasectomy reversal.

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Menstrual Health · 2 min

Experience Headaches and Migraines During Menstrual Cycle

A naturopath explains hormonal, dietary and hydration factors behind menstrual headaches and migraines, and how tracking symptoms alongside the cycle can help manage them.

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Miscarriage and Pregnancy Loss · 9 min

What does miscarriage mean?

Explains what miscarriage is, why it happens, recurrent miscarriage criteria, risk factors, and diagnostic and treatment pathways including IVF with PGT-A.

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Female Fertility · 3 min

Holistic Fertility Support

Discusses collaborative fertility care combining naturopathy and specialist medicine, covering nutrition, stress support, and preconception preparation for IVF or natural conception.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 2 min

How many embryos should be transferred?

Explains why single embryo transfer is preferred in modern IVF, weighing the higher conception odds of double transfer against the risks of twin pregnancy and prematurity.

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Nutrition and Lifestyle · 2 min

Boosting immunity for Pre-Conception and Pregnancy

A naturopath's guide to supporting immune health before conception and during pregnancy through nutrition, sleep, exercise and safe herbal remedies.

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Male Fertility · 3 min

Sperm Extraction and Andrology

Overview of surgical sperm extraction methods (TESA, PESA, open biopsy, microTESE) and an introduction to andrology as the male equivalent of gynaecology.

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Female Fertility · 3 min

Top 5 reasons why you should see a RANZCOG Board certified Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility expert as your fertility specialist.

Sets out five reasons to choose a RANZCOG Board Certified CREI fertility specialist, covering subspecialist training, dual expertise in male and female infertility, and ongoing education requirements.

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Reproductive Genetics · 4 min

MTHFR – WTF?

Explains what the MTHFR gene and its common polymorphisms do, clarifies they are a risk factor rather than a disease, and stresses the importance of folate supplementation for fertility.

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Nutrition and Lifestyle · 4 min

Foods For Fertility

A dietitian's top five fertility-boosting foods, covering legumes, oily fish, olive oil, nuts and seeds, and leafy greens, with supporting research citations.

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Reproductive Genetics · 6 min

Why Do Couples With Infertility Need To Have A Karyotype Done?

Explains what karyotype testing shows, why it matters for couples with infertility or recurrent miscarriage, and how abnormal results are managed with IVF and PGT-SR.

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Secondary Infertility · 3 min

If I’ve Conceived Naturally Once, Why Am I Struggling Now?

Explains causes of secondary infertility, including age-related egg and sperm decline, hormone imbalances, tubal or endometriosis factors, and womb changes.

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome · 5 min

PCOS and The Skin

Q&A between a fertility specialist and a dermatologist on how PCOS affects skin and hair, and which treatments are safe during preconception and pregnancy.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 3 min

Long Term Outcomes of IVF for Mothers and Babies

Reviews evidence on long-term health outcomes for IVF-conceived children and mothers, covering epigenetics, birth outcomes, and cancer risk data.

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Egg Freezing · 2 min

5 Things To Know If You Are Considering Freezing Your Eggs

Dr Raelia Lew's five practical tips for women considering egg freezing, covering timing, egg numbers, lab and specialist choice, and options without a partner.

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Nutrition and Lifestyle · 2 min

Fertility Diet Tips

A practical fertility-diet shopping list covering fruit and vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, dairy, coffee and foods and plastics to avoid before conceiving.

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Female Fertility · 3 min

How To Improve Your Chances Of Conceiving

Practical tips to improve conception chances, covering diet, sex frequency, timing the fertile window, patience, and when to seek professional advice after six months.

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Egg Freezing · 4 min

What Is The Best Age To Freeze Your Eggs?

Breaks down the advantages and disadvantages of egg freezing at different ages, from under 25 through to over 38, and cost and yield considerations.

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Female Fertility · 8 min

Getting Pregnant: When is the BEST time to have sex?

Explains the fertile window, best timing and frequency for intercourse when trying to conceive, ovulation signs, and when to seek fertility specialist help.

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Egg Freezing · 1 min

When should you freeze your eggs

Argues that egg freezing should be done as early as possible, ideally before 35, since younger eggs are healthier and yield more usable eggs per cycle.

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Egg Freezing · 1 min

Can you drink during egg freezing?

Explains why alcohol is avoided in pregnancy but is not strictly necessary to eliminate during an egg freezing cycle, recommending minimal intake instead.

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Egg Freezing · 2 min

Is egg freezing painful? Is it safe?

Dr Raelia Lew describes what to expect physically during egg freezing, covering injection discomfort, ultrasound scans and the egg collection procedure.

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