Infertility is defined as the failure to achieve a successful pregnancy after twelve months or more of regular unprotected intercourse, it is estimated to affect one in eight couples in Australia. After trying to conceive a baby for more than 12 months it is generally suggested that a couple consult their medical professional to perform [...]
In the not too distant future young women could be able to drop into a bank during their lunchbreak and deposit their eggs for safe keep until they are needed in maybe 10, 20 or even 40 years later.
In medical terms the world of assisted conception and fertility treatment is still relatively new. Research is constantly being conducted to further develop assisted reproductive technology (ART).
A discussion on the importance of staying healthy when trying to conceive
See your doctor if you have a history of the following and are trying to conceive
If you’re having difficulty conceiving , you may benefit from IVF, GIFT or ICSI.
Explore some of the possible causes of female infertility.
Possible reasons for male infertility.