Female Fertility

In Vitro Fertilisation · 6 min

Fresh or Frozen Embryo Transfer: Which Is Best for You?

Dr Raelia Lew explains how fertility specialists choose between fresh and frozen embryo transfer, covering OHSS risk, endometrial receptivity and embryo banking strategy.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 20 min

The IVF Process

A step-by-step walkthrough of the IVF journey at Women's Health Melbourne, from initial consultation and testing through stimulation, egg collection, transfer and early pregnancy monitoring.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 8 min

Factors That Influence IVF Success Rates: What You Need to Know

Explains how IVF success rates are measured and reported, and the age, medical, lifestyle, laboratory and treatment factors that influence live birth outcomes.

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Nutrition and Lifestyle · 3 min

Blood-Sugar, Hormones and Fertility

Nutritionist Mandi Azoulay explains how blood-sugar control affects fertility and PCOS, listing warning signs, dietary tips and supplements to support conception.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 7 min

UNDERSTANDING Ovarian PRP

Detailed clinical guide to ovarian PRP therapy, explaining the procedure, preparation, administration, aftercare and potential risks for improving ovarian reserve.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 29 min

Fertility Treatments and Technology: What's New in Assisted Reproduction?

A wide-ranging overview of modern IVF advances: embryo culture, vitrification, ICSI, genetic testing, AI embryo selection, microbiome research and mitochondrial transfer.

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Egg Freezing · 15 min

The Egg Freezing Process

A detailed walkthrough of the WHM egg freezing process in six steps, covering fertility assessment, cycle planning, monitoring, retrieval and storage.

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Female Fertility · 6 min

Maximising the chance of Natural Conception

A practical guide to the fertile window, ovulation tracking methods, intercourse timing, and lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol and caffeine that affect natural conception chances.

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Endometriosis · 3 min

Why you should care about endometriosis

Discusses endometriosis prevalence, diagnostic delays, economic burden in Australia, and its impact on fertility, urging earlier specialist assessment.

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Hormones and Endocrine Health · 2 min

Hypothyroidism and Fertility

Explains how thyroid autoimmunity and hypothyroidism affect female and male fertility, and when to get thyroid levels checked before conceiving or fertility treatment.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 6 min

Fertility Treatments in 2024

An overview of current fertility treatment options at WHM in 2024, from laparoscopy and ovulation induction through IVF, ICSI, PGT and preconception screening.

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Female Fertility · 3 min

Navigating Christmas when you are trying to get pregnant

Lifestyle and emotional wellbeing tips for couples trying to conceive over the Christmas period, covering mental health, diet and alcohol advice.

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Podcast

Podcast · Knocked Up

Women’s Health Melbourne is a Boutique fertility Clinic

Introduces Women's Health Melbourne as a boutique fertility clinic led by Dr Raelia Lew, offering a full spectrum of fertility care and the Knocked Up podcast.

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Female Fertility · 2 min

If you ovulate in the morning can you get pregnant that night?

Dr Raelia Lew explains sperm survival and the fertile window, answering common timing questions about sex and ovulation for conception.

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Secondary Infertility · 1 min

If I’ve Conceived Naturally Once, Why Am I Struggling Now?

Explains secondary infertility, the medical term for difficulty conceiving after a previous natural pregnancy, covering causes in both women and men and treatment options.

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Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine · 4 min

Can Acupuncture Reduce Stress during IVF and Fertility Treatment?

Explains how acupuncture may reduce stress and anxiety during IVF and fertility treatment via endorphin and oxytocin release, aiding relaxation and implantation.

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Gynaecology · 2 min

what is tubal flushing and does it HURT?

Explains why fallopian tubes become blocked and how tubal flushing (HyCoSy or at laparoscopy) can improve natural fertility for a few months afterwards.

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Preconception Genetic Carrier Screening · 2 min

Important vaccinations WHEN planning a pregnancy

Explains why rubella and varicella immunity are checked before pregnancy, plus which vaccines are recommended during pregnancy and for family members before a baby arrives.

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Egg Freezing · 2 min

Jennifer AniSTON waNts women to think about egg freezing

Discusses Jennifer Aniston's public comments on wishing she had frozen her eggs, using it to encourage younger women to consider fertility preservation.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 8 min

The Philosophy of Freezing

Dr Raelia Lew explains the rationale for a freeze-first, wave-theory approach to IVF, separating ovarian stimulation from embryo transfer to improve outcomes and reduce OHSS risk.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 3 min

PRP and the thin endometrium

Explains how Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) infusion may help thicken a thin endometrium and improve implantation and pregnancy rates in IVF.

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In Vitro Fertilisation · 2 min

What is a Long Down-Regulation (long Down Reg) IVF cycle?

Explains long down-regulation IVF protocols, how they suppress ovarian activity before stimulation, who may benefit, and who should avoid this approach.

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Male Fertility · 2 min

Sperm retrieval for people with spinal cord injury (SCI)

Outlines sperm retrieval options for men with spinal cord injury, including vibratory stimulation, electroejaculation, and testicular sperm extraction.

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Female Fertility · 1 min

The Five Main Reasons We Order Laboratory Tests

Outlines the five main reasons Women's Health Melbourne clinicians order laboratory tests, from diagnosis and risk assessment to monitoring treatment and chronic conditions.

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