"I think we both had this picture of what it would mean to have a donor that we knew that could be like a special uncle or play an important role in our children’s life. But I think at some point it became a little bit complicated..." - Max on #donor conception #fertilitytalk

The people we spoke to shared their opinions & perspectives on how they felt health practitioners, fertility clinics & the health system could better support others undergoing fertility treatment. What has your experience of #fertility services been like? #fertilitytalk

"Could this be Premature Ovarian Insufficiency?" Great overview of #POI from @MedicalRepublic with links to recommended resources at the end, including Healthtalk Australia's website on early #menopause experiences. MCHRI medicalrepublic.com.au/could-this-be-…

Helpful piece by Dr Karin Hammarberg to help people decide about egg freezing, a procedure that is growing in popularity but, as she argues, is more akin to a lottery than an insurance policy. CRE WHIRL jacquiboyle theconversation.com/thinking-about… via The Conversation - Australia + New Zealand

Our colleagues at CRE WHIRL have been busy! Check out the latest newsletter to find out about their latest work on #infertility, #PCOS and early #menopause - including the launch of our Healthtalk Australia Experiences of #Infertility and Fertility Treatment resource.

Fantastic to chat to the Good Health Down South #SRH network about our new #Infertility & Fertility Treatment digital resource this morning! Thanks for the opportunity WHISE! CRE WHIRL @SGSC_RMIT MCHRI VARTA

Case study req. A journalist from 9 Honey is looking for two case studies related to menstual health and how a lack of education on menstruation and conditions such as endometriosis can impact peoples lives. Interview via phone in OZ tomorrow or Thu. Pls DM me if you can help.

A summary of the achievements & impact of the early #menopause research translation project between MCHRI and @SGSC_RMIT researchers + Healthtalk Australia is at the link & thread below. HTA is proud to contributed to this work strengthening healthcare for people with EM.

The ABC’s science program Catalyst is looking for people to share their experiences of premature #menopause / POI (all causes) as part of a documentary exploring the science of menopause and available treatment approaches. Filming in Nov, details below. ABC Science

Are you a woman that withdrew $10k of your superannuation once or twice during covid? We would love to talk with you. Pls DM us #women #equity

New paper from our research with Equally Well Au - a critical review of research on mental health consumer perspectives on their physical health. We found little work directly examines consumers' views & even less is co-produced, limiting understanding of consumers' needs.