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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 Fertility Care
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.
Taking a pregnancy test and the tell-tale signs you’re expecting
5 February 2023
When you are trying to become pregnant, there can be a lot of anxiety around knowing when to take a pregnancy test. Read more on our blog.
An introduction to Ovulation Induction
3 October 2022
Ovulation induction is a minimally invasive fertility treatment and is often used as the first step for people seeking help to fall pregnant.
Busting the top 5 myths about endometriosis and fertility
13 September 2022
Discover the truth behind endometriosis and fertility myths. IVF Australia busts the top 5 myths on our blog. Get the facts from our experts now!
Q&A with Professor David Gardner, the mastermind behind Virtus Health’s OneLab strategy
9 March 2021
Learn about the recent innovations in IVF laboratories, and the strategy set to achieve increased pregnancy success for patients
Can I have a baby if I have PCOS?
4 January 2021
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects many Australian women, so when it comes to falling pregnant, here’s what you need to know.
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.
Managing relationships during IVF
29 October 2020
Struggling to conceive is enough, but maintaining relationships while undergoing the ups and downs of fertility treatment has its own set of challenges.
Moving from Contraception to Conception
26 September 2020
If you’re just starting out or have been trying for a while, let our combined fertility expertise guide your path to pregnancy. Read more on our blog.
We need to talk about infertility
25 September 2020
15% of couples have difficulty conceiving, with most cases able to be helped by some form of fertility treatment. Read more about infertility on our blog.
How can weight affect fertility?
13 August 2020
How much of an impact does weight have on fertility? Successful conception and a safe pregnancy are still possible. Read more on the IVF Australia blog.
Good advice for supporting a friend with infertility
5 August 2020
How best to communicate with a couple that’s having difficulties starting a family? Read more about this sensitive topic on our blog.