In an Australian first, women in NSW undergoing IVF and accessing other assisted reproductive treatments will soon be given a cash rebate of up to $2,000 to reduce treatment costs. Read More
IVF
Undergoing fertility treatment can be a daunting and often confusing process. In this section, The Baby Project demystify IVF, helping you to become informed, confident and ready to welcome your very special baby into your family.
New Bluey episode deals with infertility
It’s the Australian children’s show that is loved by parents as much as their kids and is receiving international recognition for its sensitive representation of diversity and often skirted around issues including friendship, parenting, pregnancy, even death. Now, Bluey is tackling infertility. Read More
Melbourne’s donor sperm drought
Melbourne fertility specialists are sounding the alarm about a shortage of sperm donors and are warning that the problem is set to get worse. Read More
COVID-19 vaccine and fertility
Alfred Health Infectious diseases physician and immunisation expert Prof Michelle Giles is joined by A/Prof Kate Stern, Head of Reproductive Services at The Royal Women’s Hospital to share all you need to know about vaccination and fertility. Read More
Why everyone should teach their kids about donor conception
At just 10 years, my daughter Greta can explain, in language appropriate to her age, donor conception. But while Greta understands what a sperm donor is, her response is almost always met with, “What’s a donor?” Read More
Victoria’s egg and sperm bank will reduce the risks of seeking donors online. Here’s why it’s needed
Thinking of using your super to pay for IVF?
People can access their superannuation early to pay for expensive fertility treatments such as IVF. They can claim “mental disturbance” if they want part of their funds released early on compassionate grounds.
‘I started working two jobs’: The real cost of IVF
On average, in Australia the out-of-pocket costs of a single IVF cycle can range from $3400 to $4400, depending on the individual treatment requirements. Read More
Cabinet papers reveal John Howard’s attempts to restrict IVF treatment
Newly released historical cabinet papers from 2000 have revealed the Australian Federal Government’s efforts to restrict IVF treatment, and grrrrrr. Read More
Sound waves: the next big thing in IVF
A new technique developed by Australian researchers is using sound waves to filter sperm for IVF treatments. Read More