Welcome to our guide on post vasectomy sperm testing – a crucial step to ensure the success of your vasectomy procedure and provide ultimate peace of mind. In this blog, we’ll delve into the significance of sperm testing, debunk common misconceptions about vasectomies, and introduce you to a convenient and accurate at-home testing option – the ExSeed home sperm test.   Understanding Vasectomy and Its Success Rate A vasectomy is a highly effective and permanent form of male contraception. During the procedure, the vas deferens, the tubes that carry sperm from the testicles to the urethra ..read more

  Are you struggling with erectile dysfunction and worried about how it might impact your chances of conceiving? Whilst we usually focus on male fertility and sperm health, erectile dysfunction is an issue that impacts more men than you might realise – and needs to be talked about. What is erectile dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction is a condition where the penis struggles to achieve or maintain an erection. The condition, often known as ED, is more common than you may think. Research indicates that around 43% of men between 18 and 60 struggle with ED – and that number increases when you l ..read more

  The advice ‘Just relax and go on holiday and you’ll probably get pregnant!’ is pretty unhelpful, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t conceive whilst on vacation! Here’s our advice on supporting your fertility journey whilst your ‘Out-of-Office’ is on.   Keep an eye on the fertile window This is an important piece of advice! If you have a female partner and are trying to conceive, you’re probably already familiar with the best time to have sex when trying to conceive. This time is all based around ovulation and travel – especially across different time zones – can sometimes mess wi ..read more

Fibroids are a pretty common female reproductive health issue – but one that is still largely misunderstood. If your partner is living with fibroids, the best thing you can do to be supportive is to get informed – especially if you’re on a fertility journey together. Here we’ll explain all about fibroids and the impact they can have when trying to conceive.   What are fibroids? Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that can grow anywhere in or around the uterus. They’re also sometimes known as uterine myomas or leiomyomas. Fibroids are made up of muscle and tissue and they can be as small as ..read more

A fertility journey can be a really exciting time – but it can also be a time of stress and anxiety. For many couples trying to conceive the ‘Two Week Wait’ can be the most anxiety-inducing time period. Here we’ll explain exactly what the two-week wait is and some ways you can reduce stress for you and your partner during this time.  What is the two-week wait?  The ‘two-week wait’ refers to the time between ovulation and the due date of your partner’s next period. This is usually around 14 days – although it can vary depending on your average menstrual cycle length or if there are co ..read more

Is heat killing your sperm? Well, maybe! The optimal temperature for sperm production is actually 2–4°C below the general body temperature and our bodies are pretty well adapted for keeping things cool. Ever wondered why your testicles hang low outside of your body and have the ability to hang lower when too warm and retreat back up when things get chilly? Well, that’s why! The tissue surrounding the testicles (the blood vessels, fat, skin) also regulates the temperature in the scrotal sack to keep your swimmers happy. But what happens when your testicles can’t chill out? Well, this is when he ..read more

Enjoying the great outdoors is known to have a bunch of benefits for our physical and mental well-being. But did you know that spending time in nature could potentially help your fertility? Here we’ll break down the potential reasons your swimmers might prefer the countryside to the city. Can time in nature really help your fertility? Potentially! In a 2021 study, researchers explored the correlation between the amount of greenery men were surrounded by in their local area (residential green spaces) and sperm quality. The Chinese study analyzed over 9,000 participants and the results were pret ..read more

Processed foods like takeaways and ready meals may make our lives easier – but what impact are they having on our health and fertility? And how can we improve our diet to make sure we’re getting less of them? Here we’ll explain the effect processed foods have on our bodies and why whole foods are much better for your fertility journey. What are processed foods? When you think about processed foods you probably think of ready meals or takeaways – but the list is much longer than that. Put simply, processed foods are any foods that have been through a ‘process’ before you purchase them. This inc ..read more

We’ve probably all heard the theory that tight briefs could impact male fertility. This might sound like an old wives’ tale but there could be some truth to it – although we definitely wouldn’t start solely blaming your budgie smugglers for a low sperm count just yet. Here we’ll break down the research and science behind the theory and give our expert advice on the best underwear for male fertility.   Heat Causes Sperm Damage …and tight underwear can make things a bit hot down there! Let us explain… Have you ever wondered why the scrotum holds the testicles hanging outside of the body? We ..read more

When it comes to infertility, we can feel like we are the only ones going through it. But as these stats show – millions of people around the world are facing the same struggles as you. Breaking infertility down by numbers can help you get some perspective and feel less alone. 1 in 6 couples struggle with infertility If you are facing fertility struggles, you can feel totally isolated. It might seem like everyone you know is having babies with ease, but the truth is that there are millions of people around the world for who conceiving is a challenge. This exact statistic tends to fluctuate dep ..read more