Fertility Journal

Pregnant Over 35? Here's What You Actually Need to Know

More women than ever are starting families after 35. Here is the honest guide to what that actually means for your fertility, your pregnancy, and your body - without the fear-mongering.

When to Tell Your Boss You're Pregnant: An Australian Guide

There is no legal obligation to tell your employer you're pregnant, and no perfect moment to do it. Here is how to time the conversation, what your rights actually are under Australian law, and wha...

Pregnancy Loss and Termination: Sheree Rubinstein's Story

At 20 weeks, Sheree Rubinstein's scan revealed her baby's brain hadn't developed as it should. This is her honest account of choosing termination, the grief that followed, and why she now talks ope...

Cystic Fibrosis and Pregnancy: Alexandrena Parker's Story

When Alexandrena Parker fell pregnant, she expected it to be hard because of her cystic fibrosis. Instead, she conceived easily and felt healthier than ever. This is her honest story of fertility, ...

Pregnancy Sex: Is It Safe, What Changes, and Best Positions

Glowing skin, all-day nausea, and a sex life nobody warned you would change. Here's the honest, judgement-free guide to pregnancy sex: what's safe, what shifts, and how to keep intimacy alive while...

Pregnancy Breakfast Ideas: 3 Easy, Nutrient-Packed Recipes

Good prenatal nutrition can be as simple as throwing a wild mix of good things together. Here are three easy, nutrient-packed breakfast recipes to power your body through conception and pregnancy, ...

What to Expect During a Miscarriage: What Nobody Tells You

We've gotten better at talking about how common miscarriage is. What's still missing is what it's actually like, physically. Nicola shares her story, and the practical things she wishes someone had...

Egg Freezing and Endometriosis: Hayley's Story

Hayley was 32 and single when she started looking into egg freezing. The workup uncovered something she'd never suspected: endometriosis. This is her honest account of the process, the hormones, th...

What to Know About Prenatal Vitamins: A Naturopath's Guide

The prenatal aisle is overwhelming. Naturopath and fertility specialist Lucy Fitzgibbons shares how she chooses a quality prenatal, the nutrient forms that actually absorb, and the cheap ones to av...

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 ...