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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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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.
Sometimes, you need a little bit of help
5 October 2023
Sometimes, you need a little bit of help. As Your Fertility Family, our mission is to help you navigate the sometimes-bumpy road to conception.
Pioneers of fertility innovation: in conversation with Prof David Gardner
24 July 2023
We sat down with the Group Director of ART, Scientific Innovation and Research, Prof. David Gardner, an esteemed scientist to discuss all things fertility.
Let’s hear it for the boys: Men’s mental health and infertility
4 July 2023
With 1 in 3 IVF cycles in Australia caused by male-factor infertility, it’s about time we shift the lens to break down the stigma around men’s mental health
Melbourne IVF’s clinical trial shows a 10% boost to developing ICSI embryos
3 July 2023
Australian-first IVF trial found added antioxidants to embryo culture media creates an increased 10% fertilisation rate for ICSI patients.
IVFAustralia's new AI algorithm sparks hope for infertile men in Australia
28 June 2023
A new AI tool brings hope to men who want a biological child of their own, but have no sperm in their semen. Read about the research, led by IVFAustralia.
How to keep sex enjoyable when trying to conceive
13 June 2023
Dr Terri Foran provides some tips and tricks to keep sex enjoyable as you embark on this new journey together.
Physical and emotional intimacy
25 May 2023
Dr Terri Foran, a Sexual Health Physician, explains the importance of communication and how to keep connected to your partner
Fertility benefits of nuts and seeds
25 May 2023
Looking for a super simple way to boost your fertility? Try adding more nuts and seeds to your diet!
When to seek help if you’re struggling to get pregnant
25 May 2023
When should you seek help from a specialist? And what tests might they arrange to assess you or your partner’s fertility? We’ve got the answers.
Fertility diets: the fatty foods that can support fertility
25 May 2023
Give your body the ultimate nitrate boost, with our delicious Healthy Lemon-baked Chicken with Beetroot, Green Bean and Walnut Salad
6 things Big Miracles taught us about fertility
16 May 2023
Big Miracles, a docuseries on fertility & IVF treatment, teaches us 6 key lessons about infertility, trying to conceive, and assisted conception.