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One in six couples experience trouble conceiving, and we are working towards a future where everyone in the community has the opportunity to create a family. Our Fertile Minds blog provides fertility related information authored by our leading minds from across the Virtus Health group. Here you can find the latest research, studies and fertility related information to help you understand fertility - from planning right through to treatment and technologies.
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*All opinions expressed on the blog belong to the individual doctors, scientists and specialists, not the Virtus Health group.
Showing blog articles tagged with Pregnancy
How useful are home ovulation kits and fertility apps?
1 February 2020
know more about conception and ovulation kits
Secondary Infertility: Falling Pregnant Again
20 January 2020
find out causes of secondary infertility and the struggle to conceive a second child
How to keep sexual intimacy alive when you’re trying for a baby
20 January 2020
As fertility providers, we see firsthand the impact of infertility on relationships. We asked a relationship expert for tips on how to maintain intimacy.
What not to say when talking about infertility
3 December 2019
Women and couples who are trying to conceive have to navigate a series of predictable questions. Read more about what not to say when talking about infertilit
The future of fertility
8 October 2019
Developments in fertility are helping more people become parents. And freezing eggs can help increase a woman’s chances of conceiving in the future.
IVF Step by Step
31 July 2019
Our article will help you understand the IVF process step by step. What is IVF, where to start, what kind of tests are involved, consultation and IVF process.
IUI versus IVF
7 July 2019
Let’s take a look at some of the key issues that arise in regard to IUI vs IVF, to help you figure out which approach might be best for you and your partner.
Fertility and Smoking
9 June 2019
For adults who smoke, quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do, not only if you are trying to conceive but also for your future health.
Who can help if we’re not getting pregnant?
5 May 2019
If you’re struggling to conceive, it may give you some hope to know that Australians have access to medical advice and assistance in relation to fertility.
What Everyone Should Know About Conception
9 April 2019
From avoiding wearing tight pants to having intercourse every day, there are many myths and misconceptions about what men can do to improve their fertility. S
Talking about infertility, a guide
28 February 2019
We ask the experts how, who and if you should tell when you’re undergoing fertility treatment – especially when it comes to the workplace.
How to mentally prepare for fertility treatment
9 January 2019
fertility treatment advice, preparation
