The IVF Journey with Dr Michael Chapman

Podcast – The IVF Journey

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Are you having difficulty conceiving? If so, you’re not alone. Having children is a basic human desire and most couples build their lives together, around the idea of nurturing and fostering children who will follow in their footsteps. To not be able to have a child is a confronting issue and going through IVF can be a difficult and lonely road with several unknowns. In this podcast you will get invaluable insights into Dr (“Prof”) Michael Chapman’s IVF practice. You will learn valuable tips and solutions to dealing with infertility, how to maximise your success rate, the impact of age on fert...

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The IVF Journey with Dr Michael Chapman

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553. Your First IVF Injection: Who Do You Call When You’re Not Sure 10.07.2026 5:11

In this episode, Prof Chapman is joined by a fertility support nurse to explore the gaps in patient care during IVF treatment. They discuss the most common concerns women face — from needle phobia and administering that first injection, to post-egg-collection bleeding and knowing when symptoms warrant escalation. Prof Chapman offers a frank comparison of […]

522. This is Why 60% of IVF Patients Fail on Their First Cycle 03.07.2026 8:34

Prof. Chapman introduces Natalie from Australia IVF Concierge, highlighting the emotional and practical support gap patients face at home during fertility treatment. Focus: the psychological burden of IVF (60% first-cycle failure rate), medication management, injection anxiety, and waiting uncertainty. Natalie explains how nurse-led home visits provide reassurance, education, and holistic support...

551. The Truth About Ovarian Tissue Freezing and IVF Pregnancy Monitoring 18.06.2026 4:51

In this episode, Prof Chapman explains ovarian tissue cryopreservation, including who it is genuinely suitable for, why it remains largely an experimental fertility preservation technique, and its role for women facing urgent cancer treatment. He also answers a detailed question from a patient who has received a strong positive beta hCG result following embryo transfer. […]