Where do the donor eggs come from?
Fertility First's donors have undergone a comprehensive screening process and more than 90% of the oocyte donors have proven fertility. ...
Do I have to travel overseas to get my donor eggs?
Fertility First has a collaborative agreement with ManorIVF to provide eggs from overseas donors to patients, making it possible to get donor eggs locally....
Do you have a waiting list for donor eggs?
There is no waiting list for donor eggs at Fertility First. Australian patients have access to premium donor egg treatment at an affordable price....
Discoveries in paternal diets
It’s well known that the health of the female during preconception is essential to having a healthy baby, but what do we know about the men? ...
What is a normal sperm count?
It might seem small, but there's more inside semen than you'd expect. ...
Does the type of underwear affect your sperm count?
Believe it or not, the type of underwear worn by men can affect their respective sperm count, and has been confirmed by a recent study....
What foods can I eat to improve my sperm count?
A low sperm count can often be linked with dietary and lifestyle factors such as a zinc deficiency, lack of vitamins, smoking and even underwear choice. ...
How many cells should a day 3 embryo have?
While it's true that embryos can grow at different rates, 72 hours following your egg retrieval, your embryo should have approximately 6 to 8 cells....
Does an embryo transfer hurt?
Embryo transfers shouldn't typically hurt, but a doctor is always there to help ensure the process goes by as smoothly as possible. An embryo transfer is very similar to having a pap test or an IUI performed, and usually takes anywhere between 5 to 10...
8 foods to help improve your sperm
Making some healthy changes to your diet can be a great way to help improve the quality and quantity of your sperm....
Why do I need a full bladder for an embryo transfer?
Having a full bladder for your embryo transfer helps push your uterus down into a more horizontal position and makes the procedure easier. ...
Is it safe to go to the bathroom after an embryo transfer?
One common question we get concerns safety after transfer. Is it safe to go to the bathroom after an embryo transfer? ...
Tips for surviving Father’s Day
Father’s Day is a time of the year that can be difficult for men suffering from infertility and at Fertility First, we recognise the importance of being able to provide support and compassion to our male patients....
Can an embryo fall out?
Transferring a fertilised embryo is a complicated process, and that means some questions are more unusual than others, like can an embryo fall out? ...
How can I get donor eggs?
The road to a child is already complicated enough, but Fertility First helps get donor eggs to its patients thanks to the connection it has with ManorIVF....
Boxers or briefs?
A new study from Harvard has revealed that your sperm count can be affected by the type of underwear you wear. ...