His sperm health deserves a place on the pre-TTC checklist, too. From nutrition and oxidative stress to sperm count, motility and DNA health, here are the expert-approved reasons to get proactive about your male partner’s fertility.
My partner’s sperm has low motility and morphology – how can I support him? (Hint: it’s a three month project)
POV: you’ve had some test results and need to improve sperm morphology and motility? Discover the nutrients, supplements and lifestyle changes that can help support male fertility.
A male fertility specialist’s sperm regeneration cycle Q&A (& why timing supplements is key during TTC)
Wondering how long it takes sperm to regenerate? A male fertility specialist explains the sperm regeneration cycle and why the 90-day window matters when trying to conceive – plus when he should start a male fertility supplement to support his next generation of swimmers.
Lifestyle, your fertility and the 2026 updates you need to know about
New fertility research reveals the lifestyle factors people wish they’d known about sooner. From nutrition and sleep to environmental exposures and wellbeing, we uncover five key insights from Wild Nutrition’s ‘The Fertility Disconnect’ report and what the latest 2026 updates might mean for you.
Sperm motility – how to support it, if you’re worried
From food sources to lifestyle habits, testing and questions for your doctor.
Male fertility & its importance – what should men be taking?
Whether you’re actively trying to conceive or simply preparing your body for parenthood in the future, understanding male fertility vitamins and supplements – and maintaining a consistent baseline – could be pivotal.
Fertility supplements over 35 – make sure these top nutrients are on the label (for you & for him)
If you’re over the age of 35 and trying to conceive, targeted, high-strength supplementation should be something that’s right at the top of your male and female fertility game plan. But why is this, exactly? And when it comes to fertility supplements over 35, specifically, what should we know? We put these questions and more [...]
Poor sperm test results? Here’s how to know, and what to do next – according to an MD
We asked a board-certified Urologist for the 101 on how to read a semen analysis report, and practical tips for healthy sperm to help improve on your male partner’s numbers, after a ‘poor’ result.
Feeding the good guys – your secret weapon to support sperm health
The journey to parenthood is a two-way street. Here’s how your male partner can get the care and support he needs to enhance his sperm quality – with a little help from natural, science-backed supplements from Fairhaven Health.
Should he try a sperm overhaul? How to test and improve sperm quality, with a motility focus
When it comes to diet and nutrition, toxin exposure, daily habits, exercise and lots of other tips and tricks – there’s a whole lot we can do to improve sperm quality, and improve motility, count and volume.
The at-home sperm test taking fertility diagnostics to a new level
The sperm test kit to know, for quality and motility Despite playing a role in roughly 50% of infertility cases, male fertility remains a gray area for many who are trying to conceive (TTC). In fact, testing the male fertility factor often ends up being a last resort for couples who’re struggling. Collaborating with YO [...]
Sperm health Q&A – what to do before you freeze
From sperm-boosting micronutrients to regeneration timings, antioxidants, obesity and sperm superfoods, we’ve got sperm health covered. Don’t wait, start now and allow as much time as possible on a quality plan and supplement, before putting your sperm on ice. Vitamins for sperm health (preparation is key) Fairhaven Health knows a thing or two about sperm [...]
Male Fertility Crisis: What Global Trends Tell Us
Reports of a “population crisis” because male fertility is on the decline make for bleak reading. So we’ve turned to our The Ribbon Box partner, Legacy, to find out: are male fertility rates declining and, if so, why is male fertility dropping? Legacy is a digital fertility clinic offering at-home sperm testing and freezing, as [...]
Why Sperm Matters
When foetal development issues or unsuccessful pregnancy outcomes occur, we often consider female factor infertility as the only or primary source of the issue. This is followed by invasive testing and medical intervention for women. Meanwhile, sperm is regarded as the key to fertilisation and nothing more. But what role does sperm actually play beyond [...]
How to Take Care of Your Sperm
Beli is helping men improve their chances of a successful conception by increasing the quality and pregnancy potential of their sperm. Beli Vitality for Men is the first men’s prenatal vitamin designed to help optimize sperm for a healthy conception, pregnancy, and baby. Wondering how it all works? Read on to learn exactly what male prenatals [...]
Should you be Saving Sperm when TTC?
When you begin trying to conceive, you might find that friends or family offer unsolicited advice, some useful and some misinformed or even counterproductive. At The Ribbon Box, we want to ensure that you are well informed to make the best decisions with regard to fertility and conception. Read on to find out why fresh [...]
Creating Super Sperm with Supplements and Superfoods
Learning about how diet and lifestyle changes can improve sperm health is a great way to actively consider how your day-to-day actions can affect your fertility when trying to conceive. Making these little tweaks may have an impact on your fertility, especially if you were unaware of these tips. To guide you in the right [...]
A Guide to Sperm DNA Fragmentation
Have you heard of sperm DNA fragmentation? If you have dipped your toes into the world of fertility testing, you’re probably familiar with the sperm basics: count, motility (or movement) and morphology (or shape/structure). These are the parameters tested in a semen analysis, typically the first step to understanding male fertility. But these are not [...]
3 Things You Need To Know About Sperm
Trying to conceive naturally but need some fertility advice? The Ribbon Box have just the thing for you. twoplus have created a conception guide device that is used during intercourse, to assist in transporting sperm successfully to the vagina for better chances of fertilisation. Read on to find out how the twoplus conception guide actually [...]
Top 5 U.S. Fertility Supplements for Men and Women
Spoiler—your fertility supplements may not be doing as much as you think. In an unpleasant twist, both the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Paediatrics have reported that many of the popular prenatal vitamins being marketed to women don’t actually meet adequate nutrient levels for choline, folate, vitamin D, magnesium and iodine. That [...]
Everything you Need to Know about At-Home Male Fertility Testing
Legacy are experts in male fertility, who want to help ensure your own legacy. They empower men with finding out about their fertile health. In this fertility blog, they share everything you need to know about at-home male fertility testing. Read on to find out why it's so important to test sperm early and how, [...]
Male Factor Infertility Causes and Treatments by Laurel Fertility Care
Despite being the cause of nearly 50% of infertility cases, male infertility is rarely discussed. There is not a lot of common knowledge surrounding the topic, and, as a result, some men who are trying to conceive may be in the dark about the causes of male infertility and at a loss about how to [...]
Sperm Donation – Why Go to a Sperm Bank to Find a Donor?
Today we hear from fertility specialist, Jaime Shamonki M.D., who is the Chief Medical Officer of Generate Life Sciences at California Cryobank and is a devoted advocate for family equality rights and newborn stem cell education. She shares her take on using a sperm donor (especially during the pandemic), including screening for genetic and infectious [...]
Male infertility testing – ExSeed Health’s mission to empower men
Male infertility is close to our hearts at The Ribbon Box, from first-hand experience. We have turned to ExSeed Health to find out more about why male fertility testing at home is important, ways to help improve sperm and the test accuracy and support available. Male infertility testing, unpacked Fertility is not only a female [...]
From berries to beans, this is how to improve sperm health naturally
We spoke with expert fertility nutritionist Sandra Greenbank to dig into how to improve sperm health naturally. From the science behind male fertility to the foods that actually make a difference, here’s what she had to say.
