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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.

Prefer video content over written? We've got you covered. Check out our Fertile Minds Youtube Channel.

*All opinions expressed on the blog belong to the individual doctors, scientists and specialists, not the Virtus Health group.

Showing blog articles tagged with Fertility Care

weighing scale

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.
 Dr Robert Lahoud

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Dr Robert Lahoud

women on Hammock

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.
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male infertility

11 June 2020

With Men’s Health Week upon us, let's discuss some tips, myths and facts about male fertility. Read more on the IVF Australia blog.
Dr Hossam Elzeiny

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Dr Hossam Elzeiny

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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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

pregnant couple

27 January 2020

7 fertility lessons from people who have been there, and what they wished they’d known before they started. Read more on our fertility blog.
Dr Tal Jacobson

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Dr Tal Jacobson

How to survive the festive season when you're having trouble conceiving

19 November 2019

Explore expert tips for surviving the festive season while trying to conceive. Get practical advice on the IVF Australia blog. Find support today.
Tanja Faessler-Moro

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Tanja Faessler-Moro

Mum and dad with baby

23 October 2019

Understand how lifestyle impacts fertility and ways you can test sperm and egg counts.
Dr Andrew Cary

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Dr Andrew Cary

Clock image 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.
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man and woman

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.
Dr Julie Whitehead

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Dr Julie Whitehead