Ready. Set. Baby!
Whether you’re planning a pregnancy in 2025, or aren’t quite ready to start your family now but want to learn more about optimising your fertility - then this content program is for you! Learn all about your mind, body and fertility, and receive tips from leading fertility specialists. This free program will deliver fertility guidance straight to your inbox over 15 days.
Plus, when you sign up, you’ll also receive a complimentary fertility cookbook filled with nutritious recipes to support your reproductive health.
To register for the Ready. Set. Baby! content program, simply fill out the form below and start receiving articles from reproductive health experts to your inbox straight away.
Sign Up to Ready Set Baby!
Why prepare for pregnancy?
Your health matters
Research has shown that the health of both biological parents at the time of conception impacts the future health of the child. By making positive lifestyle changes before you start trying to conceive, you can give your child the best possible start in life.
It doesn’t always happen easily
One in six Australian couples will have difficulty conceiving. By learning as much as you can about your body and undertaking preconception health checks when preparing for pregnancy, potential fertility issues can be identified and managed earlier, making your fertility journey easier in the long run.
Set yourself up for success
Preparing for pregnancy is a great time to prioritise your mental and physical health. Taking positive steps to improve your health can reduce complications in pregnancy and can mean you’re a healthier parent for your future child.
What to expect from the Ready. Set. Baby! program
Ready. Set. Baby! is a free, 15-day content program designed by Monash IVF and Repromed to help you prepare for pregnancy in 2025. Whether you’re planning to start soon or simply want to learn more about your fertility.
As soon as you sign up, you’ll begin receiving expert-led articles straight to your inbox, every two days. Each edition is themed around one of three key areas, mind, body, and fertility to give you a holistic understanding of your reproductive health.
From practical lifestyle tips and nutritious recipes, to insights from leading fertility specialists, this program helps you take proactive steps today for the family you may want tomorrow.
Mind
Your mindset matters when it comes to preparing for pregnancy. How you think and feel can influence how your body responds.
Stress and anxiety activate your body’s “fight or flight” mode, a state that can interfere with hormonal balance and make it harder to conceive.
That’s why we encourage you to focus on mental wellbeing as part of your fertility preparation. The Mind section of the Ready. Set. Baby! program includes guidance on:
Building emotional resilience when trying to conceive
Understanding the mind–body connection
Practising relaxation techniques such as mindfulness and breathwork
Managing expectations when things don’t go to plan
Remember, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Our experienced counsellors are here to help you manage the emotional side of fertility planning. Learn more about our psychological care services and how they can support you before, during, or after treatment.
Body
When preparing for pregnancy, your physical health plays a crucial role and that includes both partners.
Healthy women provide the best environment for conception and pregnancy, while healthy men produce stronger, more viable sperm. Small, consistent changes in your daily routine can make a big difference to your reproductive outcomes.
In the Body section, you’ll find practical, evidence-based advice to help you:
Nourish your body with fertility-friendly nutrition and meal plans
Maintain a balanced exercise routine that supports hormonal health
Reduce exposure to lifestyle factors that can impact fertility (such as alcohol, smoking, and high stress)
Understand the importance of a healthy BMI in conception and pregnancy outcomes
You’ll also receive a free fertility cookbook, created by our Monash IVF nutrition experts, filled with recipes designed to support hormone balance and reproductive wellness.
Discover more ways to prepare with our preconception health guide and top tips to boost fertility.
Fertility
Knowledge is power and understanding your fertility early can empower you to make confident decisions about your future.
In the Fertility section of the program, we break down everything you need to know about how fertility works, and how to support it at every stage of life.
You’ll learn about:
How the male and female reproductive systems function
Signs and patterns of ovulation and fertility cycles
When to consider fertility testing or a fertility health check
Options to future-proof fertility through egg or sperm freezing
The role of genetic carrier screening in preparing for a healthy pregnancy
You’ll also find guidance on when to seek help from a fertility specialist and what early intervention options might be available. Learn more about fertility health checks and fertility preservation services with Monash IVF.
Ready. Set. Baby! FAQs
Start your fertility journey
Wherever you are on your journey, one of our supportive nurse enquiry team members can help you understand your options and take the next step. These conversations are free and informative.