Common contraception myths addressed
Currently, many birth control options are available to women, however there is some misinformation. This article will tackle the most common contraception misconceptions. You have to take a pill during the same time every day: Whilst having a daily routine of taking the pill at the same time every day is a good practice it […]
Constipation post-birth – what are my options?
Constipation is one of the most common post-natal complaints among the new mums. With the arrival of your newborn it can be very distressing to deal with the uncomfortable feeling of constipation. That is why it is important for women to look after themselves post-birth and address this problem to avoid complications. Why I am […]
Coronavirus myth busters, don’t fall for them
Everyone is talking about the coronavirus, including those who claim to be official health workers from hospitals on social media. The ABC Coronacast has warned that if you see an official-sounding email or page that offers tips like “Don’t drink cold water” or “Hold your breath for 10 seconds”, do not fall for them! Here […]
Destressing 101: How to Lower Stress When Trying to Conceive
Many of us think we’re too busy to relax and often make up excuses to avoid quiet time. But it’s important to consider the many benefits involved with destressing. After all, it can have an impact on every aspect of our lives, including our ability to conceive. But it doesn’t need to be like this. […]
Diagnostic tools for total fertilisation failure
From our last blog, we learned that total fertilisation failure can still occur even after using intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), a technique that bypasses all the challenges a sperm has to overcome before contacting the egg. Although assisted/artificial oocyte activation (AOA) has been shown to rescue total fertilisation failure in some cases, a proper diagnostic […]
Does Endometriosis Cause Infertility?
Endometriosis can lead to multiple health complications. Regardless of its severity, it is almost always associated with a reproductive dysfunction manifesting as either infertility or early pregnancy loss. The condition reduces the ability to conceive even in its mildest and earliest stages of development. Endometriosis can influence fertility in a variety of ways, including: Distorted […]
Common antenatal tests
Antenatal tests are an important part of ensuring a healthy pregnancy. They can help you and your health professionals find out whether you are at risk of having a baby with chromosomal abnormalities or other congenital conditions. Chromosomal abnormalities are when there are missing or extra genetic materials, which can lead to physical and/or intellectual […]
6 Endometriosis Questions
Adenomyosis explained and its impact on fertility
Adenomyosis is a common disorder that affects roughly 20-35% of women. It causes severe menstrual pain and heavy periods, similar to endometriosis. In fact, adenomyosis is often referred to as the cousin of endometriosis. Adenomyosis and endometriosis can both exist at the same time in a woman. Scientists have debated whether adenomyosis is just one […]
Advantages of a private obstetrician
Congratulations you are pregnant! You may have lots of questions to ask yourself: how, where, when? One of the decisions a pregnant Australian woman has to make is choosing the type of obstetric care she receives during her pregnancy and birth: private or public. This decision may depend on the following factors: Current private health […]