The IVF Journey with Dr Michael Chapman

Prof discusses his recent involvement in a publication in the journal of the American Medical Association. The article reported one of the biggest trials of acupuncture in relation to fertility. The study was run by Prof Caroline Smith. Tune in to find out whether or not acupuncture has a real impact when it comes to succeeding in IVF.    

It takes years and years of training to become an infertility expert. There’s only a handful of them here in Australia. In this episode, Prof. Chapman discusses what the ins and outs of the specialisation process. He talks to his colleague Dr Elizabeth Maxwell about her decision to become an infertility specialist and what drives her each day. Listen now.

In this episode, Prof. Chapman discusses a paper from nature.com which discuss birth defects (genetic abnormalities) associated with IVF. Prof questions some of the statistics and puts them in perspective. Listen to this episode to find out more.

In this episode, Prof. Chapman discusses studies and possible causes of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.

In this final part of the 4-part podcast series with Liz Ellis, Prof Chapman and Liz discuss some specific and actionable insights around how to negotiate the rollercoaster journey that is IVF. Listen to this episode for specific and valuable tips on how to develop resilience to questions and suggestions from ‘well-meaning’ loved ones. We also recommend you check out Liz’s book by clicking on the...

In this third part of the 4-part podcast series, Prof Chapman and Liz Ellis discuss a painful but important topic — miscarriage. Liz explains how she dealt with miscarriage while still meeting the demands of a busy life. If you’ve experienced or are experiencing miscarriage, this episode is a ‘must listen’. We recommend you check out Liz’s book which you can access by clicking on the image below  

In this second part of a 4-part podcast series, Prof Chapman talks to Liz Ellis who discusses the various challenges she faced during her personal journey through  IVF, and how she overcame them. Liz offers some important tips and strategies which will most likely help you through your IVF journey. We recommend you check out her book, which you can purchase by clicking on the image below   

In this first part of a 4-part episode series, Prof Chapman talks to Liz Ellis about her IVF journey. Liz shares her personal journey through IVF and the lessons she learnt — several of which you can implement as you go through your IVF journey. We recommend you check out the book by clicking on the image below    

In this episode, Prof Chapman explores developments in treating male infertility and low sperm count. He explains the various causes of male infertility, and treatment options available today.

One of IVF’s several miracles is that we can choose to become parents at an advanced age. But what issues should we consider when choosing to become a parent when we’re well into the latter half of our lives? Prof Chapman explores some important issues for you to consider.

Listen to this episode to get a better understanding about the chances of success with IVF.

Is gender selection appropriate when it comes to IVF? Is it a valid use of our technology? What circumstances should gender selection be permitted? Prof Chapman was recently invited to debate the topic with Dr Ric Gordon on Channel 9.    

In today’s episode, we talked about pollutants and its harmful effects.

Tune in to today’s episode as we discuss the effects of having a thin endometrium in your IVF Journey.

In this episode of The IVF Journey Podcast we’re going to talk about Fibroids and how it affects everyone’s fertility.

The IVF Journey would be incomplete without the shouts of joy and happiness because of a positive pregnancy test. And while this may not be the same story for all who go through the IVF Journey, a positive pregnancy test is the ultimate goal we all strive for. In today’s podcast, we’re going to discuss what you should do with this new, how you should act on this announcement, and how can we make t...

Technology has gone through leaps and bounds for the past couple of decades and IVF has gone through great strides in reaching more success in the IVF Journey. In today’s episode we’re going to talk about the very important aspect of Genetic Diagnosis, one of the many modern day innovation that’s giving more success stories in the lives of patients in the IVF Journey.

Today’s episode we’ll take you to the second phase of the IVF Journey called Luteal phase. Wondering what luteal means and why this phase is named that way? Listen in to discover the story behind the name.

Egg donation is not a very common topic when it comes to IVF because it’s basically the next step after you’ve exhausted your IVF options. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about egg donation, when you should consider one, my top three choices of where to find an egg donor, and more.

Wondering what drugs you will be taking and what it’s used for? Today’s episode, we’re going to talk exactly about that, the drugs used in the IVF.

Today’s topic is all about supplementation of natural progesterone. We’ll discuss the pros and cons and why it’s important in your IVF Journey.

In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about the second half of your IVF Journey, the formation of embryos in the laboratory through the stages of embryo transfer and the horrible wait for the answers whether you’re pregnant or not.

If there’s one test every hopeful mother and father are truly excited to hear the result of, it’s none other than hearing the result of a pregnancy test. But what if the results aren’t what they’re expecting? In this episode we’ll talk about possible scenarios, options, and succeeding steps you should take when you get a negative pregnancy test from your IVF Journey.

The IVF Journey is a numbers game and like every numbers game, there’s no guarantee that you’ll get the expected result you so desire. That’s one of the realities that every couple who will go through the IVF Journey should ready themselves with. However, easy as it may seem, it’s far from just letting the news sink in and accepting it and moving on. So what exactly should you do if the cycle is u...

The title sounds like an unlikely New Year’s episode. But regardless, let me take this opportunity to thank you for your support for the show and may you have a fruitful 2018. Today’s episode was spurred by questions I’ve been receiving on whether IVF is painful or not. The truth is, there are two facets of the pain in IVF. The physical pain and the second is probably the more damaging emotional p...