Getting pregnant
When sperm meets egg

The Infotility Research Team identified the need for accessible, reliable, and easy to understand information about men’s reproductive health.
We designed and evaluated a mobile web app to inform men about male infertility, fertility preservation, and health and wellness issues related to fertility. This site is based on the results of our research and aims to be a one stop shop of information you can trust on male reproductive health. Whether you are navigating fertility treatments, managing the effects of cancer, or are interested in men’s fertility, our site offers information you can use.
Explore our About Us page to learn more about the research behind our work.
*Since this project was designed for a Canadian audience originally, some of the content offers Canadian resources only.
When sperm meets egg
What you need to know about semen, sperm and its DNA
Understanding the female menstrual cycle
Figuring out the best time of the month to have sex
Genetic testing – how does it work?
The effects of age on male fertility
The effects of cancer, prescription drugs, surgeries, and genetic conditions on male fertility
Attention: Don’t roast your nuts!
From STIs to performance anxiety – how your sexual health can impact fertility
An overview of common fertility treatments
Some men may choose to preserve their sperm. Find out more about it
Procedures for storage, disposal, or use when you’re ready
When sperm meets egg
What you need to know about semen, sperm and its DNA
Understanding the female menstrual cycle
Figuring out the best time of the month to have sex
The effects of age on male fertility
The effects of cancer, prescription drugs, surgeries, and genetic conditions on male fertility
Medical procedures to retrieve sperm
Common causes of infertility
Learn about the causes of miscarriage
Weighing the costs and benefits of a third party to create your family
Understanding your role and the medicine behind using a third party
Here is some basic information about adoption in Canada
Fertility clinics offer state of the art medicine, but care ultimately has to be a good fit for you
What to expect and what to bring to your appointments
Important questions to ask about treatment
Getting a second medical opinion is common practice: don’t hesitate to ask for one
What does the evidence say about supplements and fertility health?
Attention: Don’t roast your nuts!
Foods that can help keep your sperm up to par
From STIs to performance anxiety – how your sexual health can impact fertility
Learn more about the scientific evidence
What you need to know about semen, sperm and its DNA
Giving yourself options for family planning
Answering questions about whether cancer can be inherited
Medical procedures to retrieve sperm
Sperm banking, semen banking or cryopreservation? They all mean the same thing
How to get a referral and what is covered by provincial health care
Making an appointment, providing consent, and giving the sample
The basics of providing a sample, sperm evaluation, and freezing
Deciding how long to store sperm
Additional resources to help you decide
The short answer is yes, but there are some things to consider
Making difficult decisions, to prepare for any circumstance
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