IVF Australia Blog - Fertile Minds
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.
Showing blog articles tagged with Lifestyle
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.
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!
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
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Interview with Dr Raewyn Teirney
15 October 2021
Dr Raewyn Teirney discusses how her passion as a fertility specialist evolved following her own journey with breast cancer.
Reflecting on one year as Group CEO of Virtus Health
12 May 2021
Kate Munnings has enjoyed her role as Group CEO of Virtus Health for just over a year - here are her reflections on the industry and how far we've come.
How to cope on Mother’s Day this year if you’re struggling to conceive
5 May 2021
Mother's Day can be difficult if you're struggling with infertility. Read the advice from a fertility counsellor on ways to cope, on our blog.
Are essential oils safe if you’re trying to conceive?
22 March 2021
Essential oils are viewed as safe and natural, but recent research suggests some may be hazardous. Are essential oils safe if you're trying to conceive?
Top Six Common Questions about Pregnancy
2 March 2021
Top questions about pregnancy answered by OBGYN and fertility specialist Iris Wang from IVFAustralia
Four dietary tips to consider when you’re trying to conceive
15 January 2021
Couples who are trying to conceive are often looking for answers about what they should be eating. Read more about our dietary tips on our blog.
3 women on why they chose to freeze their eggs
12 January 2021
Read IVF Australia's blog article on egg freezing, where we explore first-hand stories of why women chose to freeze their eggs for future fertility.