Are IVF babies normal?
There have always been initial concerns about the health and development of babies conceived through IVF, but they are completely normal....
Is there an age limit for receiving donor eggs?
At Fertility First, we know that infertility doesn't discriminate and neither do we so we don't have an age restriction for accessing our donor egg program....
How does ManorIVF find a suitable donor match?
Depending on how specific your requirements are, you can expect to receive a choice of at least two donors within a week....
How does nicotine affect the developing embryo?
It’s common knowledge that smoking while pregnant can increase your chances of having a miscarriage, but what about your developing embryo?...
What is CMV?
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common viral infection and is incredibly common, especially among young children and can be spread through coughing, contact with blood, urine or faeces, or via the mucous membranes, such as the mouth and genitals....
Researchers identify causes and mechanisms of polycystic ovary syndrome
In a recent study published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, researchers found a genetic component to the development of polycystic ovary syndrome that could help treat and diagnose PCOS....
How hard is it to get donor eggs?
Our clinic aims to try to make the donor eggs process as easy as possible. Find out how. ...
Study finds link between smoking and decreased fertility in women
The Journal of Women’s Health has recently published a study that has shown a strong link between smoking and clinical outcomes associated with IVF....
What foods can I eat to increase my sperm count?
Making some healthy changes to your diet can be a great way to help improve the quality and quantity of your sperm. ...
Why are the success rates with ManorIVF donor oocytes at Fertility First so good?
Fertility First is seeing strong success rates with ManorIVF donor oocytes for several reasons, including experience and the age of donors....
Can taking too many supplements have a negative impact on your pregnancy?
It is only natural for women to want to take vitamins and supplements while undergoing treatment. But can too much of a good thing be harmful? Definitely!...
No link found between ART-conceived children and increased risk of cancer
Is there a risk of cancer in children and young adults conceived by assisted reproductive technology? Some very reassuring results have been released this month. ...
What can affect a man’s sperm?
There have been many studies that have revealed the factors that can affect a man’s sperm, whether it be the count, the motility or the morphology. ...
Mathematicians reveal secret to human sperm’s swimming power
Researchers have revealed sperm in mammals has evolved to give them the strength and stability needed to help break through the thick barriers they face....
Hope for men suffering from infertility
A new study has delved deeper into male infertility and suggests that part of the issue could lie within the sperm’s journey from the testicles towards ejaculation. ...
Do IVF clinics have an age cut off?
Statistics have shown that many women are waiting longer to start a family, whether due to personal decisions, work commitments, or something else....