Articles on infertility

7 things you should never say to couples battling infertility

If you know a couple struggling with infertility, here are 7 some things you shouldn’t say by Robyn Wolfson Vorster Infertility brings with it an intimate, persistent pain that can last for decades. Unfortunately though, this private pain is often lived out very publically—everyone from close family to strangers on the bus want to know why you haven’t had children yet. As...

Thinking about IVF? Here is what you can expect

No one wants to go through IVF but if it is required, it is best to know what to expect By Robyn Wolfson Vorster They are words that no infertile couple wants to hear: “your best option for having a baby is IVF”. In vitro fertilisation (IVF), words to strike fear into the bravest hearts. But, what does it...

Ten top tips for preparing for IVF

No matter how hard it is, IVF is essential for some.  Here is how to prepare by Robyn Wolfson Vorster Not a day goes by when I am not grateful for in-vitro fertilisation (better known as IVF). The privilege of living in the age of IVF was brought home to me recently while watching a television drama set in the 1950s....