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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.

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3 women froze their eggs

26 May 2020

How much do you know about your fertility? Is having a family something you’ve considered, but haven’t really given much thought to?
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male fertility man and mountain

30 April 2020

Conceiving a baby depends on several factors, but what many don’t know is that male infertility is the second biggest issue after a woman’s age.
frank quinn

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Dr Frank Quinn

covid 19 restrictions

22 April 2020

Support and advice from Melissa Stephens, fertility counsellor at IVFAustralia
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same sex couple

17 April 2020

Paternity and maternity equality is important to consider when conceiving a baby in a same-sex relationship. Learn more from our IVF Australia experts.
dr raewyn tierney

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Dr Raewyn Tierney

Ovulation tracking calendar

1 February 2020

Tracking your cycle on an app? Discover the effectiveness of home ovulation kits and fertility apps on the IVF Australia blog. Get expert insights today.
 Dr Jeffrey Persson

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Dr Jeffrey Persson

Coping with the festive season

11 December 2019

Feeling overwhelmed during fertility treatment this holiday season? Explore coping strategies on IVF Australia's blog. Seek support now.
dr alejandra

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Dr Alejandra Izurieta

ABC of IVF

6 December 2019

Fertility talk’ can be littered with abbreviations, with OI, IUI, IVF and ICSI among the most commonly used, which can be confusing.
Dr Manny Mangat

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Dr Manny Mangat