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A new study by US experts suggests a possible link between the odds of getting pregnant and oral health. The

There are lots of different reasons why people feel there is a stigma attached to talking about fertility issues, we explore them in this blog.

Fertilisation takes place when the egg and sperm join together to create a zygote. In natural conception, this usually occurs in the female’s fallopian tube, in the hours, or days, after sexual intercourse has taken place and around the time of ovulation.

Exercise is a great stress buster and reducing stress can have a positive impact on fertility and conception. Discover the best types of exercise when trying to conceive.

Some people are diagnosed in their teens or twenties, with conditions such as endometriosis or polycystic ovary syndrome. This gives them a heads up that when they want to start a family, they may have issues with their fertility.

Here at The IVF Network, we understand that mixture of relief and hope, that can sometimes, sadly, turn to feelings of loss and sadness. We explore what help and support are available to you after the loss of a baby, especially if you want to try to conceive again.

When couples are trying to conceive, male factor infertility accounts for around 40% of cases. However, historically, there appears to have been a lack of research of male fertility, compared to research into female infertility.

We’ve researched some questions you may want the answer to if you are on your IVF journey, but don’t really want to ask…

Around 15 – 20 percent of couples trying to conceive will have trouble with fertility, so if you are experiencing difficulty with getting pregnant, you are not alone. If you are in the early stages of trying for a baby, it may just be that you need longer to identify your ovulation pattern, so you can predict more accurately when to try to conceive. (See our earlier blog post: When are my most fertile days)

Why is there a stigma around male infertility?
What are the implications of male infertility on conception and for well-being? Is it time for more open communication and an improvement in male fertility testing opportunities?

We know that healthy sperm are vital for conception, but what constitutes healthy sperm? Here we break down what makes sperm healthy and what lifestyle changes can increase fertility.

Most people are aware that drinking alcohol while pregnant can be harmful to an unborn child.