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.
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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
3 women on why they chose to freeze their eggs

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.

Is delaying parenthood ruining my chances of conceiving?
29 December 2020
Effect of delaying parenthood on your chances of starting a family

New miscarriage documentary aims to destigmatise pregnancy loss
29 December 2020
We are the proud partners of a new documentary due to be released on Stan in October 2020, the Misunderstandings of Miscarriage.

Finding support and speaking about pregnancy loss
15 October 2020
As someone who has experienced miscarriage, how do you navigate sharing the news with your own loved ones.

Getting Pregnant After 40, what are the chances?
10 October 2020
Let's explore the potential issues for women in their forties who are planning to have a child.