Nutrition and lifestyle
Disrupted sleep and rotating shift work are associated with irregular cycles and, in some studies, lower semen quality, probably through hormonal disruption. Improving sleep routines is worthwhile for wellbeing during treatment even where the fertility effect is uncertain.
Also known as: shift work fertility, sleep quality
Sources
- Your Fertility, a national public education programme (yourfertility.org.au)
- Healthdirect Australia (healthdirect.gov.au)
Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.