British television personality Gemma Collins has expressed her admiration for Tana Ramsay (wife of Gordon), applauding her for embracing motherhood at the age of 49 Gemma, a former star of “The Only Way Is Essex” (TOWIE), joyfully shared her happiness for Tana and Gordon Ramsay as they welcomed their sixth child. Touched by Tana’s journey, Gemma, who has been candid about her fertility challenges in the past, now looks toward her own path to motherhood at the age of 42. In an interview with the MailOnline, Gemma shared her excitement about Tana’s unexpected news, stating, “The Tana Ramsay ne ..read more

New data has revealed that half of fertility patients are putting their treatment on hold due to the increasing cost of living. This issue is exacerbated by a lack of transparency in pricing, which leads many patients to abruptly end their IVF journey Starting a family has become more financially challenging than ever before. With household budgets being squeezed, families are forced to prioritise their spending. The additional costs associated with fertility treatment are deterring an increasing number of couples from pursuing their family plans. Recent data shows that 95% of fertility patien ..read more

Poland’s newly elected parliament has commenced discussions on reversing the ban on government funding for in vitro fertilisation (IVF) as its first legislative action. This comes after the conservative party that imposed the ban lost control of the legislature in recent elections Members of the centrist majority view this move as symbolic, aiming to begin their term by overturning one of the bans implemented by the previous right-wing government. Agnieszka Pomaska, one of the lawmakers, described the reinstatement of IVF funding as the first decision of the democratic majority. The exact date ..read more

A new program in Chicago aims to provide financial assistance to people of colour seeking fertility treatment, addressing the disparities that exist in accessing assisted reproductive treatments Research indicates that Black individuals are twice as likely as their white counterparts to face infertility, yet they often have limited access to fertility care. The Broken Brown Egg, a Chicago nonprofit, has partnered with fertility benefits company Progyny to offer two grants worth $10,000 each. These grants will help individuals and couples of colour cover the costs of fertility treatments, inclu ..read more

Fertility patients in the UK are facing difficulties due to the rising cost of living, leading them to make difficult decisions regarding their stored embryos According to experts, inflation has made it increasingly challenging for patients to afford the transfer or storage of their embryos during these tough economic times. Dr. Catherine Hill, the head of policy and public affairs at Fertility Network UK, has described the situation as dire for fertility patients who often struggle to receive assistance from the NHS and are then forced to turn to expensive private clinics. Many couples find t ..read more

Brigitte Nielsen, at the age of 60, has spoken out about the criticism she faced for raising her five-year-old child after a 13-year struggle with IVF The iconic star of the ’80s, known for her roles in films like Red Sonja, proudly shares that age should not be a barrier to motherhood. In an interview with People, she also defends the 15-year age gap with her current husband, Mattia Dessi, who is 45 years old. Nielsen highlights the double standards faced by women, stating that men who have children in their 60s, 70s, or even 80s are not subjected to the same criticism. She points out Robert ..read more

Rhian Sugden, the Big Brother star, recently shared the joyous news that she is 16 weeks pregnant with her first child. However, her path to motherhood has been far from easy. Rhian endured numerous rounds of grueling IVF treatments, spending a staggering £130,000 before finally achieving pregnancy The stress of the IVF treatment, coupled with her mother’s bowel cancer diagnosis, took a toll on Rhian’s mental health and led to the development of an eating disorder. Despite facing these challenges head-on, Rhian became the target of hurtful trolls who questioned her worthiness to become a mothe ..read more

According to a recent study, the most commonly used pesticides in agriculture and gardening have been found to decrease male fertility The study conducted a meta-analysis of 25 previous studies involving 1,700 male participants over several decades. The results revealed that the pesticides organophosphates (OPs) and N-methyl carbamates (NMCs) significantly reduce sperm count in men. All 25 studies reviewed in the meta-analysis consistently showed that men with higher exposure to these pesticides had lower sperm counts compared to those with less exposure. The research primarily focused on expo ..read more

Male infertility is a growing concern, with factors such as stress, environmental influences, reproductive ageing, and poor lifestyle choices contributing to declining reproductive health To address this issue and improve in vitro fertilisation (IVF) success rates, proactive measures like the Sperm DNA Fragmentation Test have become crucial. DNA fragmentation testing provides an estimate of DNA damage in semen samples. These tests are performed outside the laboratory using ejaculated semen samples. However, a study conducted by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine Practice committee ..read more

By Sue Bedford (MSc Nutritional Therapy) Good nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting overall health, including reproductive health and the immune system. When trying to conceive (through fertility treatment or naturally), maintaining a well-balanced and nutritious diet can positively impact fertility and increase the chances of a healthy pregnancy. Here’s how good nutrition can support the immune system during this important period: Balanced Diet: A well-rounded and varied diet provides a wide range of nutrients necessary for overall health – the traditional Mediterranean type ‘diet’ is ..read more