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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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?
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
Top Six Common Questions about Pregnancy
2 March 2021
Top questions about pregnancy answered by OBGYN and fertility specialist Iris Wang from IVFAustralia
What are my options for starting a family? The LGBTQ+ Guide
25 February 2021
Fertility and family planning for LGBTQ+ couples. Surrogacy, donor services, trans fertility options.
Preimplantation genetic testing for genetic conditions
25 January 2021
Everything you need to know about testing for genetic disorders, according to a doctor. Read more about why get tested, what tests are available and more.
Egg Freezing Success Story
15 January 2021
You might have a top-shelf full of anti-aging products, but when it comes to fertility, it's time to talk about egg-freezing.
Egg Freezing - No insurance policy, but is it better than doing nothing?
15 January 2021
Is egg freezing better than doing nothing?
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.
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.
Is surrogacy possible in Australia?
3 January 2021
A guide to help you learn more about surrogacy and what the process involves in Australia.