Fertility Journal

Preconception Sex and Intimacy: How to Keep the Connection When You're Trying to Conceive

For many couples trying to conceive, the intimacy disappears before a baby is even in the picture. Here is the honest guide to preconception sex - what your body needs, what the research says, and ...

A Fertility Nutritionist's Guide to Preconception Preparation

Health professionals recommend preparing your body for pregnancy at least three months before trying to conceive. Fertility Nutritionist Kelly Benton of Feeding the Bump explains exactly what that ...

Why Prenatal Vitamins Matter Postpartum (Not Just During Pregnancy)

Pregnancy, labour and birth demand a lot from the body, often leaving new mothers depleted from the moment mothering begins. Here's why a prenatal vitamin still matters after your baby arrives, how...

Egg Freezing Explained: How It Works, Costs and What to Expect

What is egg freezing, who should consider it, how does it actually work, and what does it cost? Here's the clear, honest, slightly cheeky guide to getting your eggs on ice, from the first GP visit ...

A Prenatal Diet to Support Maternal Health

Adequate vitamin and mineral consumption undoubtedly improves both foetal and maternal health. But rarely does prenatal education include nutritional advice for us, too. "A healthy diet during pr...

How to Go From Pill to Pregnancy: A Naturopath's Preconception Guide

Coming off the pill can be empowering, and a little daunting. Fertility naturopath Lucy Fitzgibbons shares how to prepare your body for pregnancy, what the transition really looks like, and a step-...

Pregnant and Sexy: Maintaining Intimacy and Libido During Pregnancy

Pregnant or sexual? Mother or sexy? Why not all of the above. On the libido lift many women feel, the tired old myth that mothers can't be sexual, and how to keep intimacy alive while your body doe...

Conscious Conception: Mindful Practices to Prepare for Pregnancy

For those who prefer intention over the "not, not trying" approach, conscious conception offers a framework for preparing mind and body. Birth educator Yahna Fookes shares simple yoga and breathwor...

How to Optimise Fertility Naturally: 7 Evidence-Based Ways

Medical interventions aren't the only route to conception. From knowing your fertile window to diet, sleep and stress, here are seven natural, evidence-based ways to give your fertility its best sh...

8 Foods to Boost Fertility: A Nutritionist's Preconception List

"Eat a balanced diet" is sound advice, but meats and vegetables don't come with a nutrition panel. Nutritionist Kelly Benton unpacks eight genuinely nutrient-dense foods to support fertility and pr...