How to Treat your Body During your Follicular Phase Published May 2024 Dr Juliette Koch – Repromed Medical Director Elevate well-being during your follicular phase with expert tips on nutrition, exercise, and self-care. The menstrual cycle consists of distinct phases, beginning with the follicular phase. Initiated by menstruation and lasting approximately 14 days, this phase involves the maturation of ovarian follicles, preparing an egg for potential release. To enhance fertility and overall wellness at this stage of your cycle, it’s important to prioritise balanced nutrition, regular exercise ..read more

How to Treat your Body During your Luteal Phase Published May 2024 Dr Juliette Koch – Repromed Medical Director Discover effective self-care tips for your luteal phase. Learn about diet, exercise, and emotional well-being to manage symptoms and enhance health. The menstrual cycle is a complex monthly rhythm that influences influences the reproductive health for women and those assigned female at birth, and is divided into phases, the follicular phase and the luteal phase. The luteal phase occurs post-ovulation and lasts approximately 14 days, preparing the body for a potential pregnancy. Durin ..read more

What are the Stages of the Menstrual Cycle? Published May 2024 Dr Juliette Koch – Repromed Medical Director There are four main stages of the menstrual cycle. Understanding these four main stages can provide important information about personal health and fertility, allowing individuals to track their cycle, manage contraception effectively, and detect irregularities that may indicate underlying issues. Four stages of the menstrual cycle Menses phase Follicular phase Ovulation Luteal phase At Repromed, our commitment extends beyond providing cutting-edge fertility treatments; we believe that e ..read more

What are the symptoms of Endometriosis? Published May 2024 Dr Juliette Koch – Repromed Medical Director What Is Endometriosis? Endometriosis (endo) is a chronic inflammatory condition characterised by tissue growth similar to the uterine lining outside the uterus, such as on the bowel, bladder, or ovaries. This misplaced tissue can cause internal inflammation, scarring, and adhesions, leading to symptoms that can significantly impact quality of life and fertility health. It is a menstrual health condition that affects at least one in seven women and those assigned female at birth in Australia ..read more

What is Endometriosis and how can it impact fertility? Published May 2024 Dr Juliette Koch – Repromed Medical Director Endometriosis is a medical condition that has received much news coverage recently. The disease process involves the abnormal growth of tissue similar to the lining (endometrium) of the uterine cavity outside the womb (uterus). A related condition is when that abnormal tissue grows inside the muscle wall of the uterus (adenomyosis). How is endometriosis diagnosed? Despite an increase in public awareness of this condition, timely diagnosis of endometriosis remains elusive. It t ..read more

The Vital Link Between Diet and Women’s Health Published September 2023 Dr Tamara Hunter – Monash IVF Group Medical Director WA Repromed is a proud member of the Monash IVF Group; a driving force in reproductive care across Australia In a world that’s constantly evolving, women’s health remains an essential topic of discussion. From reproductive health to overall wellbeing, it’s clear that women have unique needs that deserve attention and care. One crucial aspect of women’s health that often takes centre stage is their diet. As a seasoned practitioner and advocate for women’s wellness, I’m ex ..read more

Endometriosis: What is it and how can it impact fertility? Published September 2023 Prof. Luk Rombauts – Monash IVF Group Medical Director Repromed is a proud member of the Monash IVF Group; a driving force in reproductive care across Australia Endometriosis is a medical condition that has received much news coverage recently. The disease process involves the abnormal growth of tissue similar to the lining (endometrium) of the uterine cavity outside the womb (uterus). A related condition is when that abnormal tissue grows inside the muscle wall of the uterus (adenomyosis). How is endometriosis ..read more

Published September 2023 By Juliette Koch – Repromed Medical Director NT Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common conditions in reproductive aged women. It is important as it can affect 8-13% of women and importantly, 70% of women that have this condition are undiagnosed. This is of significance as this condition can have detrimental effects to women over their lifetimes, as it does not just affect fertility. PCOS is a complex condition and can be considered as an umbrella description for a whole range of conditions as it can affect fertility, metabolism and mental health ..read more

When to Consider Fertility Testing and What to Expect Published September 2023 Professor Kelton Tremellen – Repromed Medical Director SA Fertility testing gives you a chance to understand your body better and what it needs to provide you with the best possible chance at starting a family. There is no right or wrong point in your journey to begin fertility testing. Some will choose to start fertility testing after a few months of trying to conceive, and others decide to wait a little longer. It can be challenging and disappointing when natural conception is unsuccessful, especially when you are ..read more

Published August 2023 Repromed, through the Monash IVF Group, is proud to be the exclusive Fertility Wellness Partner for the Australian Athletes’ Alliance (‘AAA’).’ Through this partnership, Repromed provides reproductive education and care to the following AAA member associations and their athletes; AFLPA (AFL), ACA (Cricket), RLPA (Rugby), ANPA (Netball), PFA (Soccer), ABPA (Basketball), and ..read more