Dr Myvanwy McIlveen

Dr Myvanwy McIlveen Dr Myvanwy McIlveen is an infertility specialist based in the Newcastle/Hunter Area and also consulting on the Central Coast. Infertility & IVF specialist

She is passionate about helping you have the family you want.

💕 Welcome to the world, beautiful baby Nikolas!We were absolutely delighted to receive these gorgeous photos and the won...
11/08/2026

💕 Welcome to the world, beautiful baby Nikolas!

We were absolutely delighted to receive these gorgeous photos and the wonderful news of Nikolas’ arrival on 21 July 2026.

A huge congratulations to Nikolas’ very proud family from Dr Myvanwy McIlveen and the Newcastle Fertility Specialists team. Thank you for sharing such a special update with us.

Wishing you all so much happiness as you enjoy those precious newborn cuddles and settle into life together. 💕

Congratulations and welcome, Nikolas! 👶🩵

These three treatments often get grouped, but each suits a different situation. IUI places prepared s***m directly into ...
11/08/2026

These three treatments often get grouped, but each suits a different situation.

IUI places prepared s***m directly into the uterus, timed to when an egg is released.

It can be an option for couples who want something less invasive, or who are using donor s***m.

ICSI involves an embryologist selecting a single healthy s***m and injecting it directly into an egg, which can help when male factors are involved.

IVF brings egg and s***m together in the lab. The right choice depends on the full fertility picture, which is why assessment comes first.

One assessment. A treatment plan built around it.

📍 Dr Kate Burston, Fertility Specialist
💻 drkateburston.com.au

Fertility is often framed as a female concern, yet the full picture usually involves both partners. 👫Male factor is invo...
04/08/2026

Fertility is often framed as a female concern, yet the full picture usually involves both partners. 👫

Male factor is involved in around 40 per cent of infertility cases, either on its own or alongside other factors. S***m health is assessed across several measures, including count, movement, and shape.

A semen analysis is a straightforward early test and one of the most useful starting points in any fertility assessment.

Factors that can affect s***m health include:
✔️General health and lifestyle
✔️Certain medical conditions
✔️Heat exposure and some medications

Assessing both partners early avoids delays and helps direct care to where it is most needed.

Book a consultation to start with a complete picture via the link in bio.

IVF can feel like a mystery until it is broken down. In simple terms, the ovaries are gently stimulated to produce more ...
03/08/2026

IVF can feel like a mystery until it is broken down.

In simple terms, the ovaries are gently stimulated to produce more eggs. Those eggs are collected during a short day procedure, then combined with s***m in the lab.

Over the following days, the team monitors how the embryos develop.

One healthy embryo is then placed into the uterus, followed by a blood test to confirm a pregnancy.

Around 1 in 18 babies in Australia are now born through IVF.

Knowing the steps can make the journey feel a little less daunting.

See the full step-by-step at the link in bio. 👉 drkateburston.com.au/services/ivf-and-fertility-treatments/ivf

📍 Dr Kate Burston, Fertility Specialist
💻 drkateburston.com.au

Lovely photo of Dr Kate Burston and Dr Myvanwy McIlveen at the ANZSREI Conference Dinner held at the Museum of Contempor...
30/07/2026

Lovely photo of Dr Kate Burston and Dr Myvanwy McIlveen at the ANZSREI Conference Dinner held at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney.

The annual ANZSREI conference brings together reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI) specialists from across Australia and New Zealand to connect, collaborate and discuss the latest developments in fertility care.

One of the most common questions in fertility care is how long to try before seeking help.General guidance is based on a...
28/07/2026

One of the most common questions in fertility care is how long to try before seeking help.

General guidance is based on age, because fertility naturally changes over time:
✅ Under 35: after 12 months of trying without success
✅ 35 to 39: after 6 months
✅ 40 and over: sooner rather than later, often straight away

Earlier assessment is also worth considering where there is a known factor, such as irregular cycles, endometriosis, previous pelvic surgery, or a family history of early menopause.

Seeing a specialist does not always mean starting treatment. Often, it begins with simple tests and a clearer picture of what is happening.

Book an appointment to discuss your options via the link in bio.

Fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the muscle of the uterus. Polyps are small growths in the lining. Both are common,...
27/07/2026

Fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the muscle of the uterus. Polyps are small growths in the lining. Both are common, and many women have them without ever knowing.

In some cases, they cause heavier periods, pain, or trouble falling pregnant by making it harder for an embryo to implant.

Several surgical techniques can manage these conditions, and in many cases they may improve the chance of conceiving. Imaging during a fertility assessment can pick them up early.

More at the link in bio. 👉 drkateburston.com.au/services/ivf-and-fertility-treatments/reproductive-surgery

📍 Dr Kate Burston, Fertility Specialist

A huge congratulations to Dr Kate Burston on being awarded her Certificate in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility...
27/07/2026

A huge congratulations to Dr Kate Burston on being awarded her Certificate in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (CREI) at the ANZSREI meeting in Sydney over the weekend.

This nationally recognised qualification represents years of advanced training, clinical experience and dedication to reproductive medicine. It reflects Dr Burston's ongoing commitment to providing the highest standard of fertility care for her patients.

Congratulations, Kate, on this well-deserved achievement. We are so proud to celebrate this milestone with you.

After more than a decade of research and global consultation, polycystic o***y syndrome, long known as PCOS, has a new n...
20/07/2026

After more than a decade of research and global consultation, polycystic o***y syndrome, long known as PCOS, has a new name. As of May 2026 it is called polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, or PMOS.

The change reflects what specialists have understood for years. The condition was never really about ovarian cysts. It is a whole-body hormonal and metabolic condition that can affect weight, mood, skin, and the reproductive system, and it affects about 1 in 8 women.

For fertility, the key point has not changed. Many people with PMOS do not ovulate regularly, which is often what makes conceiving harder.

Both names will be in use during the transition, so seeing PCOS and PMOS together is normal for now. With the right assessment, there are clear paths forward.

Curious how PMOS is managed when the goal is a pregnancy?

📍 Dr Kate Burston, Fertility Specialist
💻drkateburston.com.au/services/ivf-and-fertility-treatments/reproductive-endocrinology

Timing plays a real role in conception, and it centres on a short window each cycle.Ovulation is when an o***y releases ...
19/07/2026

Timing plays a real role in conception, and it centres on a short window each cycle.

Ovulation is when an o***y releases an egg. That egg can be fertilised for around 12 to 24 hours. S***m, however, can survive in the reproductive tract for up to 5 days.

This means the fertile window spans roughly 6 days: the five days leading up to ovulation, plus the day of ovulation itself.

A few things worth knowing:
✔️Ovulation usually occurs around 14 days before the next period, not on a fixed calendar date
✔️Cycle length varies from person to person, so the fertile window shifts accordingly
✔️Tracking methods include cycle apps, ovulation predictor kits, and basal body temperature

Understanding the fertile window is often the first step in a fertility conversation.

🗓️Book a consultation to discuss your cycle via the link in bio.

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