Blog & News
Read about the latest developments in fertility and IVF, including scientific breakthroughs and new services at Sims IVF. If you have any queries regrading our events or blog posts, please email the team on communications@sims.ie
What Is Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS)?
7 October 2020
A breakdown of the benefits of PGS and what's involved in the process.
We Help Create
5 August 2020
Since 1997, Sims IVF has been helping families realise their dream of parenthood. We have helped to created thousands of little heroes.
How IVF Treatments Have Developed Since The Birth Of The First IVF Baby
14 July 2020
A summary of the main developments in IVF since the birth of the world's first IVF baby.
What Fertility Awareness Week Means To Me
23 June 2020
Fertility Awareness Week (week beginning July 20th) is a special week for us in our clinics,
Tips To Manage Stress
31 March 2020
Going through fertility treatment can be stressful. Read on for stress management tips for your fertility journey.
Fabulous Females in Fertility
17 February 2020
International women’s day is upon us, a time we are told to celebrate our achievements, progress and equality.
What You Should Know Before Starting Fertility Treatment
10 December 2019
Starting fertility treatment can throw up a large amount of questions, it can be a confusing time as there are many options available to you
Getting to know our Nurse Managers!
10 September 2019
We sat down with our Theatre Nurse Manager Amy Murphy and our Scheduling Nurse Manager Lucy Hourie to chat about their daily routine
How To Look After Your Mental Health During Fertility Treatment
12 April 2019
Fertility treatment can take a mental toll on your wellbeing. Here are some tips to try help manage the stress of fertility treatment.
International Women’s Day
7 March 2019
On this International women’s Day, it is fitting to look at our own women in leadership here at the Sims IVF group.
PCOS And Getting Pregnant
6 March 2019
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects many Irish women, so when it comes to falling pregnant, here’s what you need to know.
10 Most Common Questions About Miscarriage
6 March 2019
Miscarriages are a lot more common than most people think, with one in six pregnancies ending before week 20.
Male fertility issues
25 February 2019
Understand the common causes of male infertility, how and what we test for and the treatment options available depending on the diagnosis.
What Does Egg Freezing Involve?
28 January 2019
Egg freezing can help you to protect your future fertility...
Fabulous Fibre
10 January 2019
Fibre is so important, it helps to keep the digestion system moving, but many people do not get enough fibre in their diet. But why is it important?
Carbs are not the worst!
2 January 2019
Carbohydrates get a bad rap! But not all carbohydrates are created equal. Carbohydrates are actually the body’s chief source of energy.
How Does Embryoscope+ Work?
19 November 2018
Embryoscope Plus is a new generation incubator that uses time-lapse technology to allow us to continuously observe your embryos during their development.
