Fertility Preservation
Medical strategies to preserve future reproductive capacity — including oocyte, embryo, and ovarian tissue cryopreservation — most often prior to gonadotoxic treatment or with advancing reproductive age.
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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 · 13 min
How to Prepare for IVF - A guide for IVF patients
A comprehensive guide to preparing for IVF at WHM, covering pre-treatment counselling, medical checks, lifestyle preparation, emotional readiness and the care team involved.
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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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In Vitro Fertilisation · 29 min
How much does IVF cost in Melbourne?
A detailed breakdown of IVF and egg freezing costs in Melbourne, covering pre-treatment investigations, medications, laboratory fees, Medicare rebates and private health insurance.
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Egg Freezing · 1 min
If I freeze my eggs when I’m 30, will they retain their genetic quality or will this deteriorate over time?
Explains how egg vitrification prevents ice-crystal damage during freezing, allowing eggs to be stored for years without deterioration in genetic quality.
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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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Fertility Preservation · 1 min
Medical Fertility Preservation at Women’s Health Melbourne
Explains fertility preservation options for young patients facing cancer treatment, including ovarian tissue freezing, egg/embryo freezing, and ovarian protection during chemotherapy.
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Egg Freezing · 4 min
What about freezing my eggs when I am young
Explains why egg quality and quantity decline with age, why freezing eggs young and freezing more eggs improves future success, and what to consider before treatment.
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Egg Freezing · 2 min
5 Things To Know If You Are Considering Freezing Your Eggs
Dr Raelia Lew's five practical tips for women considering egg freezing, covering timing, egg numbers, lab and specialist choice, and options without a partner.
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Egg Freezing · 4 min
What Is The Best Age To Freeze Your Eggs?
Breaks down the advantages and disadvantages of egg freezing at different ages, from under 25 through to over 38, and cost and yield considerations.
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Egg Freezing · 1 min
When should you freeze your eggs
Argues that egg freezing should be done as early as possible, ideally before 35, since younger eggs are healthier and yield more usable eggs per cycle.
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Egg Freezing · 1 min
Can you drink during egg freezing?
Explains why alcohol is avoided in pregnancy but is not strictly necessary to eliminate during an egg freezing cycle, recommending minimal intake instead.
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Egg Freezing · 2 min
Is egg freezing painful? Is it safe?
Dr Raelia Lew describes what to expect physically during egg freezing, covering injection discomfort, ultrasound scans and the egg collection procedure.
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Egg Freezing · 1 min
Myth 2: The process of egg freezing is easy
Dr Raelia Lew explains that while egg freezing is straightforward for clinicians, patients face real challenges such as self-injecting medication and cycle scheduling.
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Egg Freezing · 1 min
Myth 1: Egg freezing is a good insurance policy for women over 38 years
Debunks the myth that egg freezing alone guarantees future pregnancy for women over 38, noting fertility declines sharply with age and more IVF cycles are typically needed.
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Egg Freezing · 1 min
Egg Freezing – Beyond the Hype
A short piece cautioning against clinic hype around egg freezing, urging realistic counselling and comparison of specialist expertise before proceeding.
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Egg Freezing · 2 min
When freezing eggs, not all clinics are the same.
Dr Raelia Lew explains why she partners with Life Fertility Clinic Melbourne and lists the checklist of factors needed for the best egg freezing outcomes.
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Egg Freezing · 5 min
Low Cost Egg Freezing: Bargain or bad deal?
Explains how low-cost egg freezing providers cut corners on staffing, medication dosing, anaesthesia and lab quality, and lists questions to ask before choosing a specialist.
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Egg Freezing · 3 min
Technology revolution: Changes make egg freezing affordable for younger women
Discusses how partnering with an independent lab and personalised care plans has made elective egg freezing more affordable, especially for younger women.
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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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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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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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Our experts
- Dr Raelia Lew — Fertility Specialist & Gynaecologist
Thinking about Fertility Preservation? Let’s talk it through.
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