It's commonly thought that sperm "race" to the egg, with the winner fertilizing it. But is this really the case?

It's costly, invasive and most eggs never end up being used, but 'eggsurance' is increasingly common. Is it worth it?

Sleep and fertility are closely linked, as frequent snoring was associated with poor IVF outcomes and biochemical pregnancy ...

People with PCOS have an imbalance of MI to DCI in their ovaries. This can affect: Inositols can help restore ovulation and improve oocyte (immature egg) quality. But researchers say taking the ...

Dr Toledo also recommends patients have regular sex, because ovulation tracking apps and kits can be inaccurate. "Ideally for natural conception, couples should have sex twice during the week ...

Feb. 5, 2025 — A newly discovered line of communication between body muscle and the pituitary gland may play an unexpected role in female fertility, according to a new study. Researchers found ...

This paper reports important findings on giant organelle complexes containing endosomes and lysosomes (termed endosomal-lysosomal organelles form assembly structures [ELYSAs]) present in mouse oocytes ...

Satouh et al. report giant organelle complexes in oocytes and early embryos. Although these structures have often been observed in oocytes and early embryos, their exact nature has not been ...

Choosing a name for your new baby is a big decision. Do you go for something traditional, unusual or a name with a significant meaning? Well a new study says a name might even be able to bring your ...

The Western Australian preterm birth prevention initiative: a whole of state singleton pregnancy cohort study showing the need to embrace alternative models of care for Aboriginal women.