Ever since sex education found its way on to the curriculum, it has generally focused on two aspects of reproduction: how a baby is made, and how not to make a baby until you are ready.
Donor conception
Sometimes it takes three to make a baby. Sometimes it takes four. And sometimes it takes one and someone that person has never met. Donating your sperm or eggs so that another can experience parenthood is one of life’s great acts of giving. It also poses unique challenges and rewards.
Everything you need to know about your eggs
The more you know about your eggs, the better you will understand your fertility, says Dr Andy Stamatiou, fertility specialist at City Fertility Centre. Read More
#TalkAboutTrying: women sharing fertility struggles with a hashtag
Even though one in six Australians struggle to become pregnant, anyone going through IVF will tell you it can be a very lonely experience. Read More
What will you do with your leftover embryos?
I always knew that somewhere in Melbourne there were seven frozen embryos with my name on them. Since the births of my daughters, Greta and Rori, I hadn’t given the embryos much thought… Read More
When ‘Having It All’ Means Not Having a Partner
US parenting magazine Parent Map recently asked writers what ‘having it all’ means to them. For me, having it all meant having children without a partner, using IVF. Read More
Fertility trends and The Handmaid’s Tale
Just how close are we to a Handmaid’s Tale future? The Conversation investigates. Read More
Want to up your chances of IVF success? Try a Mediterranean diet
A new study has revealed the surprising link between diet and IVF success. Read More
Your questions answered on donor conception and IVF
The Conversation‘s panel of experts answer all your questions about IVF and donor conception. Read More
The Importance of Wearing Pineapples
You don’t need to be one of the international fashion set to have noticed that for many women across the UK, the hottest fashion accessory to wear right now is a small brooch featuring two smiling pineapples. Read More
Going Solo? Here are your fertility options
Women choosing single motherhood is on the increase – and so is the number of services available that help women achieve their dream. Read More