The Egg Reserve (Anti Mullarian Hormone) Test
You are a successful female professional in your 30s. However, you still haven’t met the right partner to start a family. You wish to explore your options to increase the chances of having children in the future. Unlike something apparent such as fitness level, fertility is hard to pin down. Most women do not think […]
The effects of cannabis on pregnancy
More places are legalising cannabis with growing social acceptance and anecdotal evidence of its health benefits. In some places where cannabis is legal, it is even promoted as a safe treatment for nausea and vomiting in pregnancy. Cannabis is a general term for drugs like marijuana and other products made from the cannabis plant. It […]
The E Word: Endometriosis – Do I Have It?
Endometriosis is a painful chronic disease that affects millions of women worldwide. It occurs when the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) grows in other places such as the ovaries, cervix, bowel, fallopian tubes, along the pelvis, or even on your intestines. When this lining breaks down – as it does in the uterus to […]
Surrogacy Process and the Law in Australia
Surrogacy is legal in Australia but there are various laws affecting surrogacy across our States and Territories. Many couples are so focused on having their child that they fail to consider some of the potential ramifications involved in the process. If youre considering a surrogacy arrangement, its important to seek local advice. Educate yourself on […]
Support for expecting and new mums during COVID-19
The ABC News recently reported stories of new mums who are unable to celebrate births amid coronavirus isolation. Unfortunately, the struggle is real! Having a baby is stressful enough but being in a hospital setting and having fewer family members around could make things quite depressing. Since up to one in five women can develop […]
Supplementation Of Progesterone In An IVF Cycle
What is progesterone? Progesterone is an important hormone produced in the second half of a woman’s menstrual cycle, in what’s called the Luteal Phase. After an ovarian follicle releases the egg of the month, it takes on the next job – preparing the the uterus lining for pregnancy. In a natural cycle, progesterone signals the […]
Spermidine: The Natural Compound Revolutionising Fertility Research
In the ever-evolving world of fertility research, breakthroughs are always welcomed with great anticipation. The recent discovery of spermidine’s potential benefits in reversing age-related fertility decline has created ripples in the scientific community and offered hope to countless individuals. What Is Spermidine? Spermidine is a naturally occurring polyamine compound found in various foods, including cheddar […]
Sperm DNA damage/fragmentation: problems that evade the eyes
Male factor infertility accounts for half of the couples seeking fertility treatment, but not all causes can be explained. Within this group, 5-10% men have high amount of sperm DNA fragmentation despite having normal semen parameters. Studies have shown that sperm DNA fragmentation is correlated with poor reproductive outcomes, such as miscarriages, chromosomal abnormalities, congenital […]
Signs of nearing labour – more than waters breaking
Giving birth is not an uncommon scene in movies, so most people would know that a baby is near when the water broke. But did you know that there are many more tell-tale signs that a woman is nearing her labour? If you are pregnant right now, these are critical things to look out for […]
Should I bother charting my temperature changes in the cycle?
Some lucky women may conceive almost as soon as they start trying, whilst for others it may take longer. One way to increase the probability of pregnancy is to track your fertility cycle covered in one of my previous blogs. An additional method is to chart temperature changes during the month using Basal Body Temperature. […]