It can sometimes seem that whenever a celebrity opens up about their IVF journey or struggles with fertility she is hailed a hero. So how come Paris Hilton’s announcement that she was undergoing IVF was met with such anger and hostility? Read More
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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
History made as baby girl born from 27-year-old embryo
Her birthday may be October 2020, but the birth of Molly Gibson has actually been 27 years in the making. Read More
5 books for your summer reading list!
Shared stories make us smile; they get us through tough times; they let us know we’re not alone. This summer (at least for a little while) ditch the how-tos, guides and all the scientific jargon that comes with IVF – find yourself a shady tree to sit beneath, and spend a few hours with people who have been there and come out the other side. Read More
Women who choose parenting partners, not life partners
It’s called co-parenting or platonic parenting, and it’s when two or more people, not in a relationship, come together to raise children. The list of possible combinations is endless. Read More
How much does it cost to have an IVF baby?
For some people conceiving a baby is absolutely free – but for me, all up it cost around $30,000. I got off lightly. Read More
My story: IVF and the single woman
When Kirsten turned 30 she decided she wanted to be a mum. She hadn’t met Mr Right yet so after saving to put herself in a comfortable financial position, Kirsten made the decision to become a single mum… Read More
My story: Male infertility
Joel and Frieda tried for a baby for a while before they sort help and learnt that both men and women can experience fertility issues…
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Patience and bravery: IVF parents honoured
A new advertising campaign hitting our screens this month aims to shed light on the emotional rollercoaster that is IVF. Read More
IVF in Australia: a snapshot
A new report is providing an insight into IVF births in Australia, including success rates and current trends. Read More