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Did you know the contraceptive pill is over 60 years old? Yes, it’s been helping Australian women avoid an unwanted pregnancy for that long! The current Pill is convenient, cheap and nearly 100 per cent effective if taken correctly. Positives plus! But if you are […]

If you find yourself curled up on the couch when you get your period and find that your periods are very heavy, there are solutions that can alleviate the inconvenience. Heavy menstrual bleeding is a common condition in many women, and there are a number […]

There have been some amazing developments in the area of IVF across the world over the last few years, particularly in the area of genetic testing. Understandably, most parents hope for a chromosomal normal baby, and the great news is that there are a range […]

If your hot water bottle is your best friend when period time comes around and you are finding that your period is abnormally heavy, don’t be alarmed. Heavy periods are common and effect around one in five Australian women. But they can be overwhelming, particularly […]

There is a range of medications and procedures used in an attempt to improve results in IVF cycles. In fact, Australian clinics are known to use up to 21 different “add-ons”. However, recent Australian research has shown that only four of these appear to have […]

The College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists have recommended routine vaccination with the Pfizer vaccine mRNA vaccine (cominarty) at any stage of pregnancy. The safety of this vaccine is now confirmed following information concerning many pregnant women who have been vaccinated with the mRNA COVID vaccine […]

Unless you have a pre-existing condition or a family history of disease, all women over the age of twenty should undertake a general check-up with their GP. Part of this process will involve talking to your doctor about your medical history and your lifestyle choices, […]

The preconception period (three to six months prior to trying for a baby) is the ideal time to make life changes that can help boost your fertility, reduce the risk of developing problems during pregnancy and assist in your recovery after giving birth. Here are […]

A recent University of Queensland study has highlighted the importance of early screening for mental wellbeing, particularly during the current challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. This applies to couples during pregnancy and post-delivery, but also couples who are planning for a baby. The study found […]