Donor Sperm Australia & Egg Donation: Wish for a Baby Sydney 2025
We were thrilled to participate in this year’s Wish for a Baby expo in Sydney, where hundreds of prospective parents gathered to learn about their fertility options.
Lifestyle
Changes to NSW Government Fertility Rebate
The NSW Government will be implementing significant changes to their Fertility Treatment Rebate program. We want to ensure you have taken advantage of the rebate opportunity if you’re eligible, and support you through the submission process before the upcoming changes.
Fertility ‘clinic of the year’ award
Fertility First, located in Hurstville, has been awarded ‘Clinic of the Year’ at the 2024 Australian Surrogacy and Donor Awards. Since its establishment in 1997, the clinic has developed one of Australia’s largest banks of diverse donor sperm and eggs.
Pre-pregnancy preparation checklist: Ensuring a healthy start to your journey towards conception
Preparing for pregnancy allows you and your partner to optimise your health and improve fertility, minimise potential risks, and increase the likelihood of a healthy pregnancy. Here are some key things you can do before getting pregnant:
5 healthy habits to help your fertility
With a new year comes a renewed sense of diet and lifestyle goals, and these could just give you the push to get pregnant. What habits should you consider if you’re planning to fall pregnant?
Can eating nuts help improve your fertility?
Mixed nuts are a popular snack served during the holiday period, so consider taking the opportunity to treat yourself while also consuming foods that can help your chances of conceiving.
Gobble up some turkey!
Turkey is an excellent source of zinc, which has been linked to hormonal function and sperm physiology, as well as iron, which is beneficial, as well.
Add some beets to your roast veggies or salad
Beetroot has shown to help improve blood flow to sexual organs in addition to supporting a healthy uterus for embryo implantation, making it just that much easier to indulge in a beetroot salad.
Go easy on the alcohol
Alcohol intake has been linked to increased DNA fragmentation in sperm and reduced oocyte quality, however there are still ways you could enjoy a family friendly tipple without the additional concern of it affecting fertility.
How to Nuture Mental Health this Xmas
After a stressful and frustrating year, many people are looking forward to coming together and celebrating. One aspect that remains the same each year is the potentially stressful and somewhat painful time for those struggling with infertility.
