Getting pregnant and carrying a pregnancy to term are actually very complicated processes. Many things can go wrong during these processes to lead to infertility. For this reason, the following list includes only some of the common causes of infertility in females; it is not meant to be all-inclusive. A woman who is having difficulty getting pregnant or carrying a pregnancy to term should talk with her health care provider about possible treatments. Open Citations To find out more about why you are having trouble conceiving you could attend one of our free fertility seminars or book an appointment with a fertility specialist. Appointments are available in the next couple of weeks and will cost approximately $150 for a couple after the Medicare rebate. Top results
There are different tests available to determine your fertility, and a number of fertility treatments available to both and your partner if you are struggling to fall pregnant. Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website
If you're planning to have a baby, it's important to know that smoking reduces fertility and passive smoking is almost as damaging to fertility as smoking Read more on Your Fertility website
Some people who identify as transgender or gender diverse may want a child in the future Read more on Your Fertility website
A couple isn't suspected of fertility problems until they have tried and failed to conceive for one year. Read more on Better Health Channel website
Learn how to improve your fertility and what you and your partner can do to improve your chances of falling pregnant. Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website
Many people take time to fall pregnant, but infertility is when a woman doesn't fall pregnant after having 12 months of regular unprotected sex. Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website
As a male, your fertility generally depends on the quantity and quality of your sperm. If the number of sperm you ejaculate is low, or if the sperm are of a poor quality, it will be difficult, and in some cases impossible, to get pregnant. In most cases, there are no obvious signs of infertility. Read more on Healthy Male - Andrology Australia website
Understanding fertility treatment Read more on Victorian Assisted Reproductive Treatment Authority website
Things to consider Possible emotional effects of fertility treatments Fertility treatments are psychologically and emotionally demanding Read more on Victorian Assisted Reproductive Treatment Authority website
Correct answer: False Although living a healthy life will certainly help if you’re trying to conceive, the age of the mother-to-be is the single most important factor Read more on Your Fertility website |