The Fertility Conversations Podcast

Welcome to Episode 22   Rasheeda joins us today to speak about her Infertility journey, multiple IVF cycles, pregnancy losses before welcoming her twin boys. She shares her experience with Male Factor Infertility & the need for couples to get tested together. Rasheeda speaks on the need for women to understand how their bodies work & seek help to treat any infections early.    Join us as we listen...

Welcome to Episode 21   As this is the last week of the Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month, it was appropriate to share this incredible story. Today, I am joined by Okiki Marinho @okikimarinho who shared her journey including her 3 ectopic pregnancies and multiple IVF cycles before welcoming her beautiful twins. . . Okiki is very passionate about raising awareness about Infertility. She stres...

Welcome to Part 2 of this Bonus Session   A support session was done via zoom on October 25, 2020  & was hosted by: @myivf_miracle; @hannah_youarenotalone; @un_fertility; @makingbabyo_ ; @ivfsouthafrica & @fertilityconversations . . One of the co-host; @myivf_miracle shared her story to encourage everyone. . . In addition, there were 3 Expert Speakers;  * Kezia Okafor:  Infertility Counsellor & Co...

Welcome to Part 1 of this Bonus Session   A support session was done via zoom on October 25, 2020  & was hosted by: @myivf_miracle; @hannah_youarenotalone; @un_fertility; @makingbabyo_ ; @ivfsouthafrica & @fertilityconversations . . One of the co-host; @myivf_miracle shared her story to encourage everyone. . . In addition, there were 3 Expert Speakers;  * Kezia Okafor:  Infertility Counsellor & Co...

Welcome to Episode 20   Andreia Trigo joins us today to discuss MRKH and share her journey. Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome is a disorder that occurs in females and mainly affects the reproductive system. This condition causes the vagina and uterus to be underdeveloped or absent, although external genitalia are normal. Join us as we listen to her incredible journey. . . Andreia is a...

Welcome to Episode 19   October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. This is a solo episode. In this episode, I share some of the things to say and what not to say to someone who has experienced a pregnancy/infant loss.   Remember to Subscribe, leave a review and give this podcast a 5*rating to help spread more awareness about In(Fertility).    If you would like to share your story,I would...

Welcome to Episode 18   Today I am joined by Mogee; the CEO of Mogee Magic; an online artisan confectionary company. Mogee is a fellow Infertility warrior who endured 6 IVF cycles, numerous tests, consultations, clomid sessions, injections and lots of sleepless nights before welcoming her twins.  To connect with Mogee, you can email her : info@mogeemagic.com   Join us as we listen to her incredibl...

Welcome to Episode 17   Today I am joined by Kezia Okafor who is an Infertility Coach & Counsellor in the UK. Kezia speaks about her Infertility journey and how her journey led her to become a fertility coach. She also speaks about the importance of having the proper mindset and counselling to navigate the infertility journey. Kezia is available on Instagram @theinfertilitycounsellor and her websi...

Welcome to the Bonus Episode   In this episode, I am joined by 2 friends of mine; Bunmi & Toyin to discuss the impact society & family can have on a couple TTC. We also discuss infertility in the book; Stay with Me;  which is a book that speaks about Marriage & Infertility in the Nigerian society.  We discuss how we can do better & make changes to ensure future generations have a better experience...

Welcome to Episode 16    Today I am joined by Genevieve Uys; the founder of Traveling Donors. She has been an egg donor herself & her donation has led to the birth of 9 children around the world.   In this episode, we discuss egg donation and review some of the important factors to consider when planning for an egg donation cycle. Genevieve is a big proponent of self-advocacy and counselling to he...

Welcome in the Episode 15   Natalie joins us today to share her Infertility journey which included numerous tests, consultations, surgeries, 12 IVF cycles, injections & pregnancy losses before welcoming her rainbow baby. Natalie's journey to Motherhood is really inspiring & encouraging. Natalie is active on social media and can be reached on Instagram @myivf_miracle   Join us as we listen to her i...

Welcome to Episode 14   Trigger Warning: This episode contains references to infant loss and stillbirth. In this episode, I am joined by Monica Bivas who is an IVF Coach. She speaks about her Infertility journey, her still birth and multiple IVF cycles and fertility treatment. Monica is mother to 2 beautiful IVF daughters and a step daughter. You can connect with Monica on Instagram @monicabivas a...

Welcome to Episode 13   Today I am joined by Karabo Zwane from South Africa. She speaks about her Infertility journey, pregnancy losses and how her faith kept her through the whole journey. She is a fertility Infertility warrior & founded the organisation; ' Hannah You are Not Alone' to bring awareness to Infertility and also remove the stigma attached to Infertility.     To connect with Karabo, y...

Welcome to Episode 12   Today I am joined by Shayo to discuss ways to support a friend or family dealing with Infertility. We discussed some of the things that people have said to us that were hurtful and things people have said to us that were really appreciated. So basically what not to say to someone TTC and what to say to someone TTC.   Shayo is also an infertility advocate and is very active...

Welcome to Episode 11 Today, I am joined by Dr Seyi. He is a fertility & conception expert. He has been a gynaecologist for over 10 years. Dr Seyi is passionate about helping couples achieve conception & having a stress-free pregnancy.  In this episode, we discuss Male Factor Infertility, the causes & treatment options. He also stresses the importance of couples visiting the clinic to get tested i...

Welcome to Episode 10   Part 2/2 of the PCOS Series.   In this episode, Kemi Olowe joins me from the UK. She is a fellow Infertility warrior & breast cancer survivor. She speaks about her Infertility journey, pregnancy loss, fertility treatments including 4 IVF cycles before welcoming her handsome son. As well, she discusses her breast cancer diagnosis after giving birth to her son, treatment & st...

Welcome to Episode 9     Part 1/2 of the PCOS series   Today, I am joined by Seyi of @pcosconquerors    In this episode, Seyi discusses what PCOS is, the symptoms and impact it can have on fertility. Seyi is very passionate about spreading awareness about PCOS and has a support group on whatsapp where many women with PCOS connect with  & support each other.   Join us as we listen to her incredible...

Welcome to Episode 8      Yinka is a fellow Infertility Warrior and joins us today to discuss living with Endometriosis and its impact on her Fertility. She discusses her experience in visiting many doctors and the process of getting diagnosed. Yinka also stresses the need for more awareness about Endometriosis.   To connect with Yinka, you can find her on instagram @naija_girls_journey_with_endo...

Welcome to Episode 7 Solo Chat: In this episode, I discuss my experience with some of the IVF clinics I have visited and cycled with. As well, based on my experience and in my own opinion, I also listed some factors that I consider to be helpful when choosing an IVF clinic. Its important that you be your own ADVOCATE..and always speak up..always ask questions and have the doctors and clinic addres...

Welcome to Episode 6 Ajike Sola-Adeniyi joins us today to shed some light on Primary & Secondary Infertility. She is married and has been blessed with a handsome young son after waiting for 5years. Ajike discusses her struggle in trying to have another child. Areas discussed includes insensitive comments made by people, fibroids & the scarring that developed after surgeries to remove them...hydros...

Welcome to Episode 5. Jessica Warfield joins us to discuss her infertility journey with baby loss, fibroids, surgeries and surrogacy. Jessica's journey is really inspiring & she believes the pain she experienced during her Infertility journey helped her find her purpose. She now has a surrogacy & egg donation agency and helps many people to build and grow their family. Jessica constantly works to...

Welcome to Episode 4 In this episode, I discuss my experience with a Ruptured Ectopic / Heterotopic pregnancy. I discussed what an Ectopic Pregnancy is, some of the symptoms and risk factors. In addition, I talked about an Heterotopic Pregnancy, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) & the importance of an early scan when pregnant. This experience has stayed with me for a long time and was my reaso...

Welcome to Episode 3 My guest today is Toyin Lolu-Ogunmade. She went through infertility journey of 13 years and had her twins through Surrogacy in India. She had several surgeries and treatment to resolve Fibroids, PCOS and Asherman’s syndrome (adhesions that resulted from fibroid surgeries). During her 2 year stay in India, she trained as a fertility counsellor. The training equipped her with th...

This is Episode 2... In this Episode, TJ Peyten joins us to give a detailed account of her experience with Male Factor Infertility (MFI). TJ currently works as a public health educator, focused on improving the training & competence of the federal public health workforce. TJ is highly dedicated to raising awareness about Male Factor Infertility. She holds a Bachelors Degree in English and Communic...

Welcome to Episode 1 How to get through the waiting period...What I do to keep myself sane while waiting to conceive and have my babies. Remember to Subscribe, leave a review and give this podcast a 5*rating to help spread more awareness about In(Fertility).  Follow me on instagram @fertilityconversations Read my blog : www.fertilityconversations.com