IVF Real Talk

Dee's IVF Journey has been nothing short of a rollercoaster, filled with hope, heartache and heartbreak, many closed doors, additional diagnoses including a missed diagnosis that prolonged the struggle. The emotional toll of a failed egg donor round from a friend was heavy, leaving feelings of disappointment and uncertainty. However the search for alternatives led to a couple willing to donate...

In today's episode you will hear Stacy's 7 year long journey to motherhood, it has been one of resilience, determination and advocacy. Through it all Stace has demonstrated incredible strength whilst holding on to hope and leaning into her faith which helped carried her through some of her lowest points. Beyond Blue - (Mental health support) https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support DISCLA...

Lisa a IVF sonographer and ultrasound educator joins the podcast to give us a great insight into what to expect in your IVF monitoring appointments. Lisa answer's all of your questions about; follicles and ovulation, she also explains why sometimes scans can be silent? And of course, Wanda (the lovely probe that is involved in transvaginal scans) Lucy and Yaelle were lucky enough to both be sc...

Sammi joins the podcast today to share her IVF journey, Sammi talks openly about her mental health struggles when going through infertility grief and loss, she also talks about her supportive and committed care team that helped carry her through some of her darkest days and hardest times. Beyond Blue - (Mental health support) https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-supporthttps://www.pinkelephants.org.a...

Season one has come to an end! Lucy and Yaelle answer all of your questions, reflect on the season and talk about what is to come in season two! The pod will be back in a few short weeks. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

Liz shares her IVF Journey with us today and talks about what it’s like to be a poor responder with a low AMH reading when going through fertility treatments. Liz shares how her and her husband would get through back-to-back rounds resulting in no embryos, Liz also talks about the lead up to her best and final IVF round. She also shares where she is today. Beyond Blue - (Mental health support) htt...

In today's episode Lucy & Yaelle get the opportunity to talk with Jen Robertson a fertility coach and IVF warrior about miscarriage, early pregnancy loss and grief. A topic that is not talked about enough. Jen and Yaelle both share their detailed experiences of their own pregnancy loss and the impact of others words and actions. In the second half of the episode Jen shares some tips on nav...

Lucy and Yaelle have a very open and honest conversation about how they navigated triggers and different events like Baby Showers, Birthdays, Christmas and Mother's Day during their trying to conceive journeys, they also talk about the guilt that followed them both for having some of these thoughts and feelings We hope this episode makes you feel less alone. Beyond Blue - (Mental health suppor...

The amazingly talented Embryologist Simone joins the podcast to talk all things surrounding eggs, sperm, IVF, ICSI, Egg freezing and much more, Simone helps answer all of your questions including, what is proven more successful IVF or ICSI? Why can’t I wear perfume to our egg collection, but embryo transfer it seems to be, okay? What is a collapsed embryo? Simone also breaks down and explains the...

Our first international guest Kelsi join's us from California America . Kelsi talks us through her IVF journey which endured heartbreaks and many different challenges along with way, including a devasting ectopic miscarriage, a zero fertilisation round, early ovulation during an IVF round and what ultimately lead her to explore donor eggs which had its very own challenges. Kelsi reflects on he...

In today's episode Lucy & Yaelle are joined by their shared fertility specialist & OB Dr Charley Zheng , who is in the hot seat to answer all of your fertility and IVF questions like; can stress actually affect fertility? why is unexplained infertility so common? fresh vs frozen embryo transfer? Egg freezing, IVF and AI!? And so much more. Beyond Blue - (Mental health support) https://...

Joanna joins us to share her journey, come along to hear her IVF story which includes 10 IVF cycles resulting in over 150 eggs collected. Joanna explains what lead her and her husband to make the decision to fly aboard during COVID lockdown to explore donor egg. We believe this will be an impactful episode to anyone who is currently exploring or considering donor egg. Beyond Blue - (Mental health...

In today's episode Dani joins us to talk about her 6-year ongoing fertility journey, Dani discusses all she has endured along the way including diagnosis, surgeries, devastating reoccurring losses and cross country moves. Dani and her husband are still searching for answers to bring a baby home in their arms. Trigger Warning: Domestic violence and abortion mentioned. Beyond Blue - (Mental heal...

Lucy and Yaelle talk about what is involved in a basic and standard IVF cycle, they start from the day you sign the consent to go ahead with IVF treatment and work all the way through. They cover everything you can expect from appointment types and timing to tips and tricks when injecting and much more. This episode is especially helpful for anyone who is thinking about or starting their first IVF...

Alyce joins the podcast to share her IVF journey, Alyce also shares the same fertility specialist Dr Charley Zheng as your hosts Lucy and Yaelle. This episode is filled with tears, laughs and the many truths of how it feels to go through infertility and IVF.Beyond Blue - (Mental health support) https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medi...

In today's episode Lucy and Yaelle discuss all the trying to conceive and IVF abbreviations that can be so overwhelming to get your head around. Please note this episode is uploaded as a bonus as it was recorded pre microphones. We hope you enjoy! DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific epis...

In today's episode Lucy and Yaelle discuss all the unhelpful comments people hear when trying for a baby. You will also hear some of the listeners experiences and how hearing some of these comments made them feel. In the second half of the episode your hosts share some better ways in how to support someone on their journey. This is a great episode for anyone who has a loved one who is going throug...

In today's episode your host Lucy tells her IVF success story. Please see referred links below;High DNA fragmentation. https://pathfertility.com/what-is-sperm-dna-fragmentation-2/HyCoSy ultrasound. https://www.sufw.com.au/services/fertility-services/hycosy/Beyond Blue - (Mental health support) https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medic...

In today's episode you will hear part two of your host: Yaelle's IVF success story. Myriad genetics - DNA carrier screening, the company that Yaelle used, however there are many others. https://myriad.com/genetic-tests/foresight-carrier-screen/ Sydney Reproductive Immunology Dr Gamal Matthias – (Yaelle’s Immune protocol doctor) https://www.reproductiveimmunology.com.au/ The Pink Elephants support...

In today's episode your host Yaelle tells her IVF success story. Myriad genetics - DNA carrier screening, the company that Yaelle used, however there are many others. https://myriad.com/genetic-tests/foresight-carrier-screen/ Sydney Reproductive Immunology Dr Gamal Matthias – (Yaelle’s Immune protocol doctor) https://www.reproductiveimmunology.com.au/ The Pink Elephants support network (support fo...

Meet your hosts Lucy and YaelleBeyond Blue - (Mental health support) https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place in Australia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpo...