If you’re thinking of making a change in your diet this year, you may want to consider fish, with a decent amount of it.
There are numerous links between seafood or the “Mediterranean diet” and fertility, fish oil and omega-3 fatty acids being linked to greater improvement of testicular function and egg quality.
Tuna, salmon, oysters, lobster, and mussels are great sources of zinc and vitamin B12, which have also been linked to reducing the levels of DNA fragmentation in sperm.
Share
The NSW Government will be making changes to their Fertility Treatment Rebate program. We want to ensure you have taken advantage of
Fertility First, located in Hurstville, has been awarded ‘Clinic of the Year’ at the Australian Surrogacy and Donor Awards. Since its establishment
Preparing for pregnancy allows you and your partner to optimise your health and improve fertility, minimise potential risks, and increase the likelihood
Yes, chronic stress can impact fertility by disrupting hormonal balance and ovulation patterns. Managing stress through relaxation techniques, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and mindfulness practices may help optimise your chances of conception. Consider speaking with a counsellor if stress feels overwhelming.
Sperm health accounts for about 40% of conception challenges. Your partner can improve sperm health by maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding excessive heat exposure (hot tubs, saunas, tight clothing), limiting alcohol, quitting smoking, managing stress, and taking a multivitamin with antioxidants. Sperm takes about 3 months to develop, so lifestyle changes need time to show results.
Your fertile window typically spans 5-6 days, ending on ovulation day. For a regular 28-day cycle, this usually falls between days 10-15, with peak fertility 1-2 days before ovulation. Track your cycle using ovulation predictor kits, basal body temperature, or cervical mucus changes to identify your unique pattern. Having intercourse every 1-2 days during this window optimises your chances.
