Fertility
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Fertility | Jean Hailes - Anxiety: Learn, Think, Do
We know that women experience anxiety more than men, but it makes life even more difficult if you are also struggling with fertility problems. If you would like to know more about worry and anxiety at this time in your life you have come to the right plac
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Fertility Factors - Alcohol on Vimeo
Ever seen drunk eggs and sperm trying to get together? No? Now's your chance... This video is part of the Fertility Factors series and the Your Fertility campaign.
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Good fertility health
Your age and your health can affect your chances of falling pregnant. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle may help you improve your fertility.
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Fertility & cancer - Cancer Council Victoria
On this page:How cancer can affect fertility | The reproductive systems | The female reproductive system | The male reproductive system
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Preparing for conception on Vimeo
Fertility counsellor Cailin Jordan talks about preconception health and what men and women can do to give themselves the best chance of conceiving. This video is
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Smoking and fertility
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Smoking and fertility
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Suspecting infertility | VARTA
Most people take their fertility for granted and do not expect to have problems conceiving.However, one in nine couples experience fertility difficulties. What to do if you suspecta problem If you have been trying to conceive for a year or more, it is time to seek medical advice.If you are over 35, you should see a doctor if you have been trying to conceive for six months or more.
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Infertility | myVMC
Infertility is the inability to conceive for 12 months despite having sex. It affects 8% of couples and has emotional and financial consequences.
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Maximising Natural Fertility | Family Planning NSW
Find out about factors that determine fertility in woman and men and how to maxime natural fertility.
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Optimising Patient Fertility on Vimeo
Having the facts about fertility can help men and women make choices that maximise their chances of conceiving and having a healthy baby. In this video aimed at
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Effects of caffeine, alcohol and smoking on fertility
There is an increasing body of evidence that lifestyle factors affect fertility. As most lifestyle factors can be modified, providing advice and support in making healthy lifestyle changes can promote fertility. The evidence relating to the effects on fertility of caffeine, alcohol consumption and smoking are discussed here.
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Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are prevalent across Australia and the incidence of some STIs is rising. Some STIs can impact fertility in both men and women, affect a woman’s ability to carry a pregnancy, and influence child health outcomes.
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Age, fertility and assisted reproductive technology
In most developed countries the age of childbearing is increasing. In Australia in 2000 the median age of women giving birth was 29.8 years. By 2006 this increased to 30.8 years and since 2007 has remained at 30.7 years.
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The role of exercise in improving fertility, quality of life and emotional well-being
Being overweight or obese impairs male and female fertility and reduces the chance of spontaneous and assisted conception. Weight management is crucial in preventing and treating infertility. Exercise is a key component of weight management.
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You’re in a relationship? It’s OK to use the ‘F’ word
Family. There, we’ve said it. Many couples put off discussing when to start theirs. But don’t wait too long. Fertility rates and the chances of having healthy children start to drop sooner than you might imagine.
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Micronutrient (Zinc and Selenium) supplements and subfertility
Recent systematic reviews of the effects of micronutrients on male fertility have identified clear positive effects on basic sperm characteristics [1-3]. The vast majority of studies reviewed found that micronutrients, particularly those that are antioxidants or aid their function, significantly reduce sperm oxidative stress or DNA damage in subfertile males but greater evidence is required to clearly state whether these improvements translate to improved fertility [1-3].
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Psychological and educational interventions for subfertile men and women | Cochrane
Background: Approximately one-fifth of all subfertile couples seeking fertility treatment show clinically relevant levels of anxiety, depression, or distress. Psychological and educational interventions are frequently offered to subfertile couples, but their effectiveness, both in improving mental health and pregnancy rates, is unclear.
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The role of complementary therapies and medicines to improve fertility and emotional well-being
There is some evidence of benefit from acupuncture and herbal medicine in improving fertility outcomes for women with specific clinical infertility diagnoses and of acupuncture in improving sperm quality in infertile men. Acupuncture, spirituality and art therapy may reduce infertility-related distress
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Hormones for contraception (birth control) in men | Cochrane
Researchers have tried to develop contraceptives for men that would be like birth control pills for women. Hormone birth control for men has been hard to achieve. Giving sex hormones to men can lower the sperm produced. However, this approach also lowers the male hormone testosterone in the body, so some testosterone has to be 'added back.' This review looks at the randomized controlled trials of giving hormones to men to prevent their sexual partners from becoming pregnant.
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