Jens and Bianca had been trying to conceive to no avail. At age 35 Bianca received the diagnosis of endometriosis. After consulting with their first IVF clinic they discovered Jens had poor sperm parameters. After three attempts at ICSI that had only led to early pregnancy loss after implantation, they decided to take a break and re-evaluate before proceeding. They both wanted to have a baby and decided to give ICSI another try before considering other avenues such as adoption.

They had found a supportive IVF clinic and wanted to do everything possible to make their fourth attempt successful. Not only did they feel under pressure as they were now both close to 40, but they would have to pay out of pocket for further IVF treatments. Before her first IVF cycle, Bianca had worked with her doctor and other holistic practitioners to increase her chances of maintaining the pregnancy. Jens, on the other hand, had been told that “one good swimmer” was enough for conception and he needn’t work on his health.

Bianca and Jens looked at their options. They both knew that this was more than likely going to be their final attempt at ICSI. They felt the missing link was most likely related to Jen’s sperm. They decided to take matters into their own hands and find a practitioner for Jens to work with as he suffered from oligospermia (low sperm count) as well as low morphology and motility. Taking a holistic approach, his practitioner found ways to reduce inflammation, encouraged him to eat a fertility-enhancing diet and make lifestyle changes. Testing also showed vitamin and mineral deficiencies that were corrected with supplements. Jens began to notice his stress levels were lower, his sleep was better and overall he felt more energetic.

Four months after implementing these changes Jens was retested before their final round of IVF. His sperm parameters had significantly increased whereas previously, there had been only a slight difference between semen samples. Jens and Bianca, with the invaluable guidance of renowned Naturopath expert Anne Lane, triumphantly achieved their dream of parenthood. They are now proud parents, thanks to Anne's holistic approach to treating male fertility. This incredible journey culminated in the birth of their son, Ian, after a successful fourth round of ICSI.