Education

All About Egg Donation

All About Egg Donation

On 28 November 2022, we held a fascinating webinar focused on Egg Donation. This seminar is geared towards individuals in Australia considering using an egg donor, who would like to learn more about the protocols, challenges and opportunities involved in this complex process. It covers a cross-section of views including practical, financial, legal, halachic and personal perspectives. Our Speaker Panel:…

Fertility: A Public or Private Concern? 

Fertility: A Public or Private Concern? 

On Sunday 13 November, AJFN co-hosted the launch of Birkat Emunah with The Eden Center and Australian Friends of Shaare Zedek. Birkat Emunah is a resource, produced by The Eden Center for people in our community facing infertility and loss. Dr Naomi Grumet and Dr Jordana Hyman, both visiting from Israel, explored the topic: Fertility: A Public or Private Concern?  Dr Naomi Grumet is the Director of The Eden Center. Dr Grumet’s doctoral…

Webinar summary- Pathway to Parenthood talk #2

Webinar summary- Pathway to Parenthood talk #2

The AJFN, in conjunction with Wolper Hospital, hosted its second Pathway to Parenthood event on 21st June 2020. The webinar saw two eminent fertility specialists Dr Rachael Rodgers and Dr Jeffrey Persson discuss the topic ‘It might not happen quickly, what then?’ from both a male and female perspective.   To watch a recording of the talk please click here Dr…

Webinar summary-Pathway to Parenthood talk #1

Webinar summary-Pathway to Parenthood talk #1

‘ So glad to have had the opportunity to participate as a couple about to embark on our journey to parenthood. I wouldn’t have thought to ask many of the questions discussed, so it really educated me about what one should start thinking about.’  Couple in their late 20’s. ‘So informative and interesting. Having been through the process of genetic…

Webinar: Fertility during a Pandemic

Webinar: Fertility during a Pandemic

‘I just listened to your AJFN webinar from last night and so glad I did. My sister and her hubby are currently going through IVF and as they’re the first in our family to do so, this is a whole new experience for us all. I feel more equipped with practical tools for how I can help support her better…

COVID-19 and IVF treatments..what to expect

COVID-19 and IVF treatments..what to expect

What to expect from IVF clinics during the COVID-19 pandemic A great article outlining what to expect during the Coronavirus pandemic across IVF clinics around the country. AJFN has already seen an increase in the number of applicants reaching out for support. If you are in need (or know someone who is ) of financial or/and emotional support in these…

Talk: When life doesn’t go according to plan

Talk: When life doesn’t go according to plan

Thank you to the 60+ men and women who attended our first ‘Education’ event on Monday evening. A big thanks to Rabbi Moss from Nefesh Shul for your inspiring and insightful talk.Thank you to our board/committee members Lara Garfinkel, Rebecca Havas and Dr Lesley Andrews for coordinating the event. Below is a brief summary of the talk: From a religious perspective,…