An Effective Fallopian Tube Flushing Technique Poppyseed oil, a new fertility treatment? For couples struggling with infertility problems the next step in starting a family typically involves in-vitro fertilisation. However, new research suggests that there may be a less expensive procedure offering good success rates. For many decades a procedure called a hysterosalpingography (HSG) has…
University Of Aberdeen Launches A New Tool To Help Predict The Success Of IVF Treatments The decision to undergo IVF or ICSI treatment is a major consideration for couples struggling to start a family. Not only are there financial and physical implications, there is also the emotional journey to keep in mind. Calculating the chance…
With advances in reproductive technologies women now have more options than ever before when it comes to planning a family. Freezing eggs is a popular choice for women wanting to preserve their fertility. There are many reasons why women may choose to freeze her eggs. Often it is to delay childbearing until other goals have…
Absolute azoospermia is a condition where men have no motile sperm. It is not uncommon for men to have low sperm motility. Often this is situation can be resolved with positive lifestyle changes. However, absolute azoospermia is a more complicated situation. It is estimated that 1 in 5,000 men do not product motile sperm in…
In a historic move, the British government has approved a new fertility treatment that will allow babies to be ‘created’ using the genetics of three parents. Why Three Parents? The controversial development has been endorsed to allow parents to avoid passing on their own mitochondrial mutations and associated diseases such as Mitochondrial myopathy, Diabetes mellitus and…
Several long-term studies have shown that quality factors of human sperm, in particular sperm count, movement and shapes have dropped by more than half in recent decades. More than 100 clinical studies have now shown that a group of 15 widely-available antioxidants (for example, from plant extracts), amino acids, vitamins and trace elements can effectively improve these…
Discover the benefits of herbal fertility teas for reproductive vigor For thousands of years women have been taking different herbs for fertility. The Chinese have a long affinity of using herbs to enhance their reproductive health. Generally no individual herb is considered especially important. Collectively, however, many of these herbs have evidence-based fertility benefits. There are over…
What Is Pregnancy Miracle™? Couples are increasingly being offered new products to help improve fertility. These are frequently marketed toward women struggling to conceive. They often provide an attractive alternative to the high cost of IVF treatments. Pregnancy Miracle™ is one of these products. It aims to help educate couples on natural ways to eliminate…
Preserving fertility in pre-pubesent female cancer patients A pioneering new medical procedure in the UK has allowed the oocytes (immature eggs) of a two year old girl to be frozen. This patient was one of fifteen children aged between two and fifteen that participated in the research. All fifteen young patients suffer from cancer. This treatment…
Genetic mutations and the biological clock Genetic mutations occur throughout the body. However, as we age they become more prolific. This can affect our fertility. Once women reach their mid-30s fertility rapidly declines. By the age of 40 the chances of natural conception are significantly decreased. Women have a limited supply of eggs and associated genetic mutations…
Placenta disorders During pregnancy the placenta is essential for supporting foetal health. It filters foetal waste, prevents infections and provides nutrients and oxygen to the developing baby. This organ also is important for supporting hormone production. Normally the placenta will attach to the side or top of the uterine wall. In some cases it attaches…
Top Male Fertility Supplements in Australia and New Zealand If you are looking for supplements to help you conceive look no further! Several high profile long-term fertility studies have shown that sperm count, movement and morphology have dropped by more than half over 50 years. Scientists have been investigating how to increase sperm count for…