Female Fertility
Assessment and management of female reproductive health, ovarian reserve, ovulatory function, and conditions affecting the capacity to conceive.
All Fertility articles
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Egg Freezing · 6 min
WHEN SHOULD YOU START THINKING ABOUT FREEZING YOUR EGGS?
Advises women in their mid-to-late twenties to consider egg freezing early, covering eligibility, the treatment cycle, vitrification, timing and thaw success rates.
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In Vitro Fertilisation · 4 min
In Vitro Maturation: Australian and Belgian Scientists lead the way
Explains in vitro maturation (IVM) technology, how it differs from standard IVF, its potential benefits for reducing treatment burden, and remaining safety unknowns.
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In Vitro Fertilisation · 2 min
An IVF baby at 62?
Dr Raelia Lew reflects on a 62-year-old Tasmanian mother's donor-egg IVF birth, discussing how IVF technology and access to donor eggs have changed over decades.
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Female Fertility · 3 min
Does caffeine affect fertility?
Reviews evidence on how caffeine intake may affect fertility, miscarriage risk and IVF outcomes, with practical advice to limit daily coffee consumption.
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In Vitro Fertilisation · 3 min
Help! There are so many different types of fertility treatments. What is the difference?
Guides patients on choosing a fertility specialist and IVF model of care, explaining CREI training, hidden costs of low-cost clinics, and key questions to ask.
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Egg Freezing · 3 min
Is egg freezing empowering women to make choices about their future or deterring them from having a family?
Opinion piece from Dr Raelia Lew arguing egg freezing empowers women's choices and addressing social criticisms of the technology and its promotion.
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Female Fertility · 4 min
Fertility over 40: a struggle against the tide
Dr Lew responds to an ABC Four Corners report on fertility after 40, discussing natural conception odds, IVF success by age, donor eggs, egg freezing and PCOS.
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In Vitro Fertilisation · 2 min
My IVF experience: A patient’s perspective
A patient recounts her IVF journey starting at age 38, including a failed first cycle, a successful second cycle, and advice not to delay trying to conceive.
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Egg Freezing · 3 min
Don’t wait till it’s too late – When is the best time to Freeze your eggs - for the best results?
Compares the pros and cons of egg freezing in your 20s, 30s and after 35, explaining how age affects egg quality, quantity and treatment costs.
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