When you’re planning a pregnancy - either naturally or through fertility treatment such as IVF - you may be offered screening tests. Some look at your fertility, while others check your general health. And one test looks at something you may not have considered - your genetics.
If you are trying to conceive you will be familiar with the ‘two week wait.’ This is the stretch of time at which you must wait to find out if you are pregnant. Everyone goes through it on the journey…
Planning to try for a baby? Beginning your journey or expanding your family is an exciting time. And while some couples achieve a quick pregnancy, it can sometimes take a little longer than expected. The good news is that approximately…
In Vitro Fertilisation – known as IVF – was once a medical miracle. We’ve come a long way since 1978 when the world’s first IVF baby was born with IVF now considered a mainstream medical treatment. Thanks to Australian IVF…
Ten egg freezing myths busted Are you considering freezing your eggs? With so much information on clinic websites, chat forums, and social media, it’s hard to get a clear picture of what fertility preservation involves. To help clear up the…
Nadia De Rosa, Embryologist and Deputy Lab Manager for Adora Fertility Sydney shares the science behind the scenes when it comes to freezing embryos. For patients undergoing IVF treatment our goal is to create embryos. With scientific advancements it is…
Does having a low sperm count mean that you can’t have a baby? In this blog for Men’s Health Week 2024 (10-16 June) we’re talking all about this common male infertility issue and what you can do about it. As…
Before commencing fertility treatment you will likely undertake a fertility assessment which consists of a series of routine fertility tests. One of those is an AMH test which measures your ovarian reserve. So what is AMH and ovarian reserve and…
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder that can make it harder to conceive naturally. Around 1 in 10 women have PCOS, with higher instances in communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
Endometriosis is a painful condition affecting around 1 in 9 women in Australia. Although it can be harder to fall pregnant if you suffer from endometriosis, most women are still able to have children and many become pregnant without any…
