The pros and cons to online forums
Finding support through an emotional journey is essential when undergoing fertility treatment, but it's important to be cautious with online forums....
Mediterranean diets and sperm
According to a recent study, men who follow a Mediterranean-style diet may have higher sperm counts than men who follow an unhealthy diet. ...
How successful is IVF with donor eggs?
Since September 2017, 77% of our ManorIVF donor egg recipients at Fertility First who met the embryo quality guarantee have achieved a clinical pregnancy. ...
Chlamydia and male fertility
Chlamydia has been previously been associated with women’s infertility, but research has found undiagnosed STIs in males can also impact their fertility....
Recurrent miscarriage and DNA fragmentation
There have been studies linking DNA damage in a man’s sperm and recurrent miscarriage, and a recent study coming out of the UK adds to it. ...
Tomatoes and sperm
The food you eat can help increase the health of sperm, and if you're looking to improve chances of pregnancy, you might want to up your tomato consumption....
DNA damage and sperm
It has been well documented that oxidative stress damage can have a significant effect on sperm, negatively impacting a man’s fertility. ...
Autism-linked gene undergoes changes in sperm after drug use
Healthy lifestyle changes are always encouraged on a fertility journey, and research is highlighting the importance now more than ever. ...
How long do men have to abstain before producing a sample?
Men looking to provide a sample should abstain from sexual activity for a certain time period. ...
Can diet affect my fertility?
While your fertility journey may leave you frustrated, you may wonder if your diet can improve your chances. The short answer is "yes". ...
Endometriosis research sheds light on pain and treatment
Scientists have now been able to gain a greater understanding of the pain mechanisms involved with endometriosis. ...
How long should you wait to get pregnant after travelling to a country with Zika?
The vast majority of Zika infections are not contagious from person to person, however it may be transmittable during sex or pregnancy....
What are the advantages having my eggs sent to Australia?
Many other clinics with donor egg programs require their patients to travel overseas, which can be costly, stressful and disruptive.By having your donor eggs transported safely from ManorIVF to our clinic, you will not be required to travel overseas for overpriced treatment. Everything from...
How to cope with Father’s Day
Like Mother's Day, Father's Day can be an exciting time for dads but it can also be an unwelcoming time for men who are undergoing fertility struggles. ...
What can’t I do while going through IVF?
IVF is a big deal, but there are some things you can't do while you're undergoing IVF. What are they?...
The “Secret Handshake” between the sperm at the uterus
Research from the University of California in San Diego has uncovered that a "molecular handshake" occurs between the uterine cells and the sperm. ...