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 […]
All about foetal movement (baby kicks!)
Feeling your little one play around in the tummy is one of the most exciting moments of a pregnancy. What better proof is there that an energetic new life is developing within you? While most mums love the baby kicks, they also bring a whole lot of questions like: when should my baby start kicking? […]
Are there risks of getting coronavirus from grocery shopping?
Today, grocery shopping is perhaps the only outdoor activity for many people. Many people have asked whether it is possible to bring home coronavirus while getting groceries. The chance is very low, if you do all the things right! As with any occasion, maintaining a 2 metres distance with other people is the most important […]
Assisted/artificial oocyte activation: a game changer or ticking bomb?
Assisted reproductive technology has been game-changing for many couples struggling with infertility. However, it is not bullet-proof as total fertilisation failure can still occur in 1-3% of all intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) cycles. This can be devastating to patients who have gone through multiple rounds of stimulations and transfers, hopes and disappointments. Is there anything […]
Back or Pelvic pain during pregnancy? – Pelvic Girdle Pain explained
Many women experience pregnancy-related low back pain and/or pelvic pain. Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP), also referred to as Pelvic Instability, is pain at the back of the pelvis, and/or pain over the pubic joint. It is important for pregnant women to understand this condition, and be aware of the treatment options, particularly if the pain […]
Can We Choose the Sex of Our Baby?
Can we choose the sex of our baby? Choosing the sex of your IVF baby is possible, but not everywhere or in every case… Reasons for choosing your baby’s gender? There may be a number of reasons why you are considering IVF treatment, just like there are a number of reasons why you may wish […]
Can We Develop Immunity to COVID-19?
Recently, Britain’s health secretary Matt Hancock suggested that “Immunity certificates” may be issued to people who have immunity against COVID-19. The hope is that by identifying people who have already had the coronavirus, they can return to work and help kick off the economy again. Despite a scientifically sound rationale behind immunity certificates, the nature […]
5 Common Fertility Myths Revealed
While getting pregnant is a deeply personal experience, it’s important to understand the professional opinions and science surrounding fertility. This way, you and your partner can prepare yourselves to bring a new life into this world. Like with everything though, not every piece of information surrounding fertility is accurate. Some fertility myths are based on […]
