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Endometriosis

Endometriosis

  • Causes and symptoms
  • Can I still have a baby?
  • Your treatment options explained
Female infertility & Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)

Female infertility & Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)

  • Signs and symptoms of infertility
  • Boosting your fertility
  • Your treatment options explained
In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) & Intra-Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)

In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) & Intra-Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)

  • The stages of IVF & ICSI
  • What to expect from treatment
  • Coping with stress
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

  • What to expect from fertility medications
  • IUI explained step by step
  • Coping with stress
Managing the stress of infertility

Managing the stress of infertility

  • Being diagnosed with infertility
  • How to cope with IVF
  • Communicating with your partner
  • Dealing with family and friends
Overcoming male infertility

Overcoming male infertility

  • Causes of male infertility
  • Testing and diagnosis
  • Your treatment options explained
  • Coping emotionally
Ovulation Induction (OI)

Ovulation Induction (OI)

  • Ovulation and conception explained
  • The fertility drugs available and how they will make you feel
  • Dealing with stress
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

  • The symptoms explained
  • Your treatment options
  • Coping emotionally with infertility
Your step by step guide to treating infertility

Your step by step guide to treating infertility

  • Recommended lifestyle changes
  • Getting the timing right
  • Testing and diagnosis
  • Your treatment options explained
Pathways to Parenthood: Creating a family for same sex couples

Pathways to Parenthood: Creating a family for same sex couples

  • Family building options
  • Female factors
  • Male factors

FAQs about improving natural fertility

Will stress affect my ability to get pregnant?

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.

How does my partner's health affect our fertility?

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.

When during my cycle am I most fertile?

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.