Fertility and reproduction - dispelling myths

This lesson will re-cap the process of conception and will address some myths around fertility. It will cover some of the lifestyle and health issues the can reduce fertility, and will discuss the impact of the menopause on fertility. This lesson covers some content that may be a sensitive topic for you. We recommend checking with a trusted adult before starting or doing the lesson with a trusted adult nearby.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Q1.Being infertile means being...

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Q2.Fertility reduces with age.

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Q3.A common fertility treatment is called...

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Q4.When a female stops having periods, it is called the...

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Q5.When a female's egg is fertilised successfully by a male's sperm, this is also known as...

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Being infertile means being...

1/5

Q2.Fertility reduces with age.

2/5

Q3.A common fertility treatment is called...

3/5

Q4.When a female stops having periods, it is called the...

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Q5.When a female's egg is fertilised successfully by a male's sperm, this is also known as...

5/5

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Fertility and reproduction - Dispelling myths

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Q1.How does conception occur? Through...

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Q2.A female can't say with 100% accuracy the days of the month she can/cannot get pregnant.

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Q3.Drinking alcohol excessively or frequently can cause infertility.

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Q4.Which of the following might impact on fertility?

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Q5.How many eggs (approximately) does a typical female release in a lifespan?

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Fertility and reproduction - Dispelling myths

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.How does conception occur? Through...

1/5

Q2.A female can't say with 100% accuracy the days of the month she can/cannot get pregnant.

2/5

Q3.Drinking alcohol excessively or frequently can cause infertility.

3/5

Q4.Which of the following might impact on fertility?

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Q5.How many eggs (approximately) does a typical female release in a lifespan?

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Lesson summary: Fertility and reproduction - dispelling myths

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