Support Groups

Rainbow FamiliesFor our LGBTQ patients: Rainbow Families

For our single women patients: Home - Australian Solo Mothers By Choice

For those patients seeking to provide via surrogacy: Growing Families and Surrogacy Australia

For women affected by PCOS: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Association of Australia (POSAA) Inc

Useful links

Below are credible sources of information for you to read at your leisure. Feel free to ask us any specific questions you may have during your consultations or treatment.

Healthy Male: https://healthymale.org.au/ 

Provides quality information on men’s reproductive health. Originally established in 1999 as Andrology Australia with funding from the Australian government, the website provides authoritative information on a wide range of men’s health topics, including erectile dysfunction and cancer.

 

International Council on Infertility Information Dissemination (INCIID): https://www.inciid.org/

A not-for-profit organisation helping individuals and couples explore their options for building a family.

 

Endometriosis Australia: https://endometriosisaustralia.org/

Is an organisation advocating for those who live with endometriosis through education for the public and healthcare professionals, raising awareness, research and advocacy, and community engagement. 

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.