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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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Showing blog articles tagged with Reproductive conditions
Fertility After 35
29 May 2026
Fertility after 35 is increasingly common. Learn how age affects fertility, when to seek advice, and what options are available to support pregnancy.
What are the different phases of a period cycle?
30 July 2025
Learn about the different phases of the menstruation cycle and why tracking these phases matter when trying to fall pregnant
Understanding MRKH Syndrome
25 February 2025
Dr Ujvala Rao explains what MRKH Syndrome is and how it impacts a woman's fertility.
Endometriosis, female empowerment and going solo: In conversation with Angie Kent
19 February 2025
Angie Kent opens up about her solo fertility preservation journey.
Here’s the four stages of endometriosis
2 April 2024
Affecting 1 in 7 Australian women, understand the four stages of endometriosis on the IVF Australia blog. Gain insights into diagnosis and treatment today.
Your questions about polyps answered: Q&A with Dr Albert Jung
4 March 2024
Brisbane-based fertility specialist, gynaecologist and laparoscopic surgeon Dr Albert Jung answers your frequently asked questions about polyps.
In conversation with Dr Rob Lahoud: all you need to know about PCOS
18 October 2023
Fertility Specialist Dr Robert Lahoud discusses what PCOS really entails for you and your fertility.
Progesterone and Pregnancy
20 April 2023
Why is progesterone supplementation used and can it help with natural conception rates as well? Visit our blog Fertile Minds.
Do you have heavy or prolonged periods? Menstrual disorders explained.
11 August 2021
The ‘Let’s Talk about Periods’ Series explores the common menstrual disorders, by fertility specialist Dr Iris Wang.
Menstrual disorders explained
1 July 2021
In this Fertile Minds article, we talk menstrual disorders and their affect on fertility - from irregular periods, painful periods, heavy periods and more.
Preimplantation genetic testing for genetic conditions
25 January 2021
Everything you need to know about testing for genetic disorders, according to a doctor. Read more about why get tested, what tests are available and more.
Egg & embryo donation explained
4 January 2021
You’ve heard of sperm donation, but what happens when you need an egg? Here’s what you need to know. Read more about egg and embryo donation on our blog.