pregnancy
Mums who refuse to work for free
The work performed by mothers at home has traditionally been unpaid, but one unexpected by-product of lockdown, when everyone was working from home, an increasing number of women began to ask: how come I’m the only one not being paid? Read More
Is there a link between endometriosis and fertility?
Fact: while some women with severe endometriosis are able to conceive naturally, others with milder cases of the condition struggle to conceive. So while there is often a link established between endometriosis and fertility, it is not always the case. 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
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
How to survive the festive season when you’re still waiting for your greatest gift
It’s those times that should be celebrated – social gatherings, family get-togethers, holidays and milestones – that can be particularly rough for those experiencing fertility problems. Read More
Staying power
IVF getting too much? Thinking of throwing in the towel? According to the results of a recent study, you might want to hang in there just that little bit longer.
Improve your fertility in 2020
If you want 2020 to be the year you fall pregnant, there are several things you need to start doing today to optimise your fertility health. Here are a few of the most important. Read More
Five tips every single mother should know at Christmas
Since becoming a single mother, I’ve pretty much successfully navigated the ups and downs, and even developed skills I never knew I had. Read More
Online fertility calculator to help predict IVF success
If a tool existed that could tell you whether your IVF journey is going to end with a baby in your arms, would you use it? Read More