IVF Real Talk

We asked Dr Charley to take us through every part of his day, yes, including how many coffees he needs to survive it. He tells us when he starts, when he finishes, whether lunch is a myth, and all the chaos that happens behind the scenes of fertility care. It’s the nitty-gritty no one ever talks about, and it’ll make you appreciate your specialist even more. DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medica...

In this episode, Lucy and Yaelle look at the fourth trimester and what those early weeks were really like from recovering after birth, getting the hang of feeding, adjusting to life at home, and working out new routines. We share what helped, what surprised us, and how we found our way through those first days of becoming mums. Trigger warning: This series includes discussions about successful IVF...

Ainara joins us to share her powerful story of being denied IVF in Ireland solely because she is HIV positive, a decision rooted in outdated laws, not modern science. We unpack the misconceptions, the medical truths, and the emotional toll of being told she cannot access fertility treatment in her own country. This episode shines a light on stigma, inequality, and the reality for people living wit...

After years of trying and the emotional journey of IVF, Lucy finally met her little miracle, Alexia. In this episode, she shares every detail of her birth: the long three-day labour, all the things she did to help labour come naturally. With her baby arriving one day before her planned induction and right on her due date, Lucy reflects on the anticipation, the challenges, and the ultimate joy of h...

Today we’re diving into the comments, advice and unwanted opinions every couple trying to conceive seems to collect. From the classic “just relax” to annoying advice, oversharing success stories, and those deeply intrusive questions, we’ve heard it all. We share our own experiences, what we wish we said in the moment, and the ultimate trio of responses we’ve crafted: a nice reply, a deflective rep...

Yaelle shares her beautiful and empowering birth story, a moment that brought her long three-year IVF journey full circle. After three heartbreaking miscarriages, Yaelle opens up about finally welcoming her miracle baby, Olivia. She talks about her decision to have a c-section, how she overcame her deep fear of birth, and the incredible experience of having her own IVF doctor, Dr Charley, there to...

This episode is your ultimate guide to preconception health, what it really means, when to start preparing, and how to get your body (and mind!) ready. We’re joined by  Dr Hector Georgiou , Fertility Specialist from  Melbourne IVF , to break down everything you should know before trying to conceive. We cover it all: from key health areas like nutrition, sleep, and exercise, to fertility testing, s...

After years of trying to get pregnant, we finally made it through IVF. This mini-series takes you inside our pregnancies from the first pink line to each passing week. We share the highs, the fears, and everything in between: symptoms, sleep, cravings, doctor appointments, and the emotional rollercoaster of each trimester. Yaelle opens up about navigating pregnancy after loss, while Lucy shares th...

Lucy and Yaelle are diving into all the trickyquestions and real-life scenarios, from leftover embryos and untestable ones, to navigating pregnancy after miscarriage, ovulation induction, and so much more. No topic is off-limits.  DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medicalprofessional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to...

Two weeks that felt like forever. The waiting, the overthinking, the symptom spotting, and the constant swing between hope and fear. In this mini-series, Lucy and Yaelle open up about our two very different experiences: Yaelle, holding her breath after going through prior miscarriages, and Lucy, feeling everything for the very first time. They share how they coped, what was running through our min...

Get ready, this one’s a big one! We’re joined by  Dr Lynn Burmeister , the fertility queen herself and founder of  No.1 Fertility , for one of our spiciest and most insightful episodes yet. Dr Lynn doesn’t hold back as we dive into what’s trending in IVF treatments, how to boost sperm health, why perfectly normal embryos sometimes don’t implant, and the growing role of holistic therapies. Real tal...

In this mini-series, Our Success IVF Transfers , Lucy and Yaelle open up about the transfer that finally worked. From the lead-up and the emotions leading into the day, to the mindset they carried and the quiet moments of hope,they share it all. Did it feel like it was going to be the one? Maybe. This episode captures the anticipation, the rituals, and the energy of the day that changed everything...

Courtney joins the podcast to open up about the many layers of her fertility journey. What began with her husband’s male factor infertility diagnosis quickly became more complex when Courtney discovered she had PCOS while preparing for IVF. The process wasn’t easy, she experienced OHSS and the physical and emotional toll that comes with it, but against all odds, their very first IVF cycle brought...

Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail your preconception with OvaGold Shop here: https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold and follow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi Use the codeIVF10 for $10 off your first order. Welcome to  Our Mini Miracle Series , where Lucy and Yaelle open up about the IVF cycles that finally worked. In this first episode, they share the emotional and...

Lucy and Yaelle get real about all the things no one tells you before starting IVF, what appointments and medications are really like, the truths that surprised them the most, and the mental load it takes on your body and relationships. This is the episode they wish they had before their first cycle. DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based...

Trish joins us right in the thick of her IVF journey to share what it’s really like when things don’t go as planned. From not responding well to medications, to facing the emotional rollercoaster of low egg numbers and embryo attrition, Trish opens up about the mental game it takes to keep going. She also talks about her dream of one day having two children, the challenge of balancing IVF with wor...

Alyce returns to the podcast to share the next chapter of her journey with honesty and courage. This time, she opens up about facing a hysteroscopy and what led her to make the deeply personal decision to give her embryos up for adoption. Together, we talk through the emotions, the hopes, and the heart behind these choices. Alyce’s story is one of resilience, selflessness, and love, a reminder tha...

In this episode, we sit down with  Bianca Jade , a TV host and wellness personality from New York, who is courageously  in the midst of her fertility journey . Bianca opens up about freezing her eggs in her late 30s, experiencing two natural pregnancies that sadly ended in miscarriage in her mid-40s, and going through one IUI and three IVF transfers, with one precious embryo still remaining. She s...

Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail yourpreconception with OvaGold Shop here: https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold andfollow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi Use the codeIVF10 for $10 off your first order. Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes of your IVF journey? In this episode, we sit down with Jordan, an experienced IVF nurse manager, who walks us t...

Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail your preconception with OvaGold Shop here: https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold and follow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi Use the code IVF10 for $10 off your first order. Choosing an IVF specialist can feel overwhelming, after all, you’re not just picking a doctor, you’re choosing someone to guide you through one of the most emot...

Fertility rates for women over 40 have nearly doubled in the last 30 years, but age is still the biggest factor when it comes to conception. In this episode, Dr Joseph Sgroi unpacks how fertility really changes over time, the role of lifestyle, and what women should know if they’re planning children later in life. We also dive into egg freezing, Australia’s new egg freezing calculator, the truth b...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Keri who began her fertility journey at just 25 young, hopeful, and completely unaware of how complex things would become. Despite running every test imaginable, the results always came back “normal.” But deep down, she knew something wasn’t right. She opens up about the emotional toll of unexplained infertility, the shock of an ectopic pregnancy during IVF, an...

Lucy and Yaelle are back with Part 2 of your fertility dilemmas, and this time they are going even deeper. In this episode, they unpack the big, messy, emotional questions so many of us carry: When is enough, enough? What do you do when your doctor isn’t listening or, even worse, falls asleep? How do you trust your gut when all the tests say you’re fine? The hosts don’t just read out your messages...

For the final episode of the season, Lucy & Yaelle are handing the mic over to their listeners. This one is personal, the audience trusted them with their dilemmas, and they’ve taken them to heart. They’re unpacking some of the biggest emotional hurdles shared by the community: the heartbreak and hope of the two-week wait, what it feels like when a partner isn’t quite on the same page, how to...

Emma spent seven years in the depths of one of the hardest journeys, trying to become a mother. After seeing a fertility specialist and six months of ovulation induction with no success, she was told she’d need IVF. Reluctantly, she agreed, believing it was her only hope. But after multiple heartbreaking failed IVF rounds, Emma was left shattered, grieving the dream that felt so far out of reach....