Let's Talk IVF

#57: Busting the Myths WFPB with Nic Bathurst

April 19, 2022 03:28 - 23 minutes - 33.3 MB

There are so many myths surrounding the whole foods plant based (WFPB) lifestyle, so I thought that I would chat with dietitian Nicole Bathurst to get some clarity. She busts those big myths and gives us the facts and truths about this way of living and fueling. Nic helps women, step off the dieting roller coaster and transition to a plant-based lifestyle, while they achieve a healthy body weight. She has been a passionate plant advocate since she got breast cancer in 2013 and ...

#56: Dr Charlie Ward Interview

February 03, 2022 22:44 - 50 minutes - 69 MB

I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Dr Charlie Ward today 🌟 We had a great discussion about all things fertility and what is going on in the world currently! Charlie has been moving money around the world for various agencies and private companies/individuals for many years and was warned of the pandemic and financial collapse well before it happened. When he started talking about world events at the beginning of 2020 he had 30 or so people following his channel, now he has over 1...

#55: Injured by the Clotshot

December 13, 2021 10:33 - 25 minutes - 36.5 MB

Stacy Hayes is a MMA, Boxer and High End Security Professional. In March 2021 she had her first AZ shot and things have never been the same since. Stacy tells her story of how she is coping with her ongoing health issues and how long it took to get some answers from the different doctors and hospitals over the last 9 months. If you know any women who have been injured and would like to share their story, we would love to speak with them, men too, as this is impacting male fertility as ...

#54: Do Your Own Research

September 08, 2021 01:50 - 20 minutes - 31.5 MB

For the last 18 months, I have watched the world as I know it turn upside down. Civil rights and liberties have been stripped from the people, as quickly and effortlessly as this ‘novel coronavirus’ appeared on our doorsteps in January 2020. Let me start by giving you a pre-frame here, what I am about to discuss with you today is based on my own research, I encourage you to do the same, research, research and then do some more research. I will provide you with the links from mine, includin...

#53: Dr Sonya Jessup

August 31, 2021 06:12 - 30 minutes - 44.7 MB

Recently I caught up with the wonderful Dr Sonya Jessup to discuss all things fertility and in particular, fertility treatment for the over 40 year old woman. Sonya shared her own fertility story with me and we talked about her fantastic new clinic – Shire IVF – and also the many Gynaecology options on offer for women, including botox. If you would like to connect with me, you can book your free call here - https://ivfcoachingclinic.as.me/intro

#52: How to Cope with Bad News?

June 20, 2021 07:16 - 17 minutes - 25.8 MB

When you think about your progress so far trying to have a baby, there are a lot of setbacks. It starts when you first realise that things are not working as you had planned. Having a baby is supposed to be the most natural thing in the world, until it isn’t! The months of disappointment soon become years for some women and at some point, the whole process becomes a blur of let downs, setbacks and bad news. Each time your period arrives, it is another reminder of your body’s rebellion ag...

#51: Laser Acupuncture

December 08, 2020 06:16 - 50 minutes - 68.9 MB

I had the pleasure of speaking with Lorne Brown who is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine at the Acubalance Wellness Centre in Vancouver Canada. We talked about Laser Acupuncture which is used for fertility clients and also those who are trying to conceive naturally. Older patients, PCOS, Endometriosis and Sperm Motility are just some of the treatments options available at the centre. Laser Acupuncture is officially called low level laser therapy (LLLT). The scientific community now refers to i...

#50: Semen Analysis and Sperm Preparation Basics

October 28, 2020 21:56 - 10 minutes - 14.8 MB

What is involved with looking at sperm? What things are important and why? And, how is sperm prepared for IUI, IVF and ICSI? This episode on the sperm basics was requested by the wonderful Mary Vietzke. You can get all the latest updates by following my Facebook page IVF Coaching Clinic or my Instagram page. I hope you enjoy this 'basics' episode, if you have any questions I would love to hear from you.

#49: Timing

October 13, 2020 00:41 - 11 minutes - 16.2 MB

Time is our most precious resource and yet, we are slaves to the masters of the clock and the calendar. However, have you ever noticed that it is the busiest people who are also the most productive? What is their secret? How do they seem to have it all together? And how on earth can they manage this whilst trying to get pregnant? Much of your journey to parenthood involves this concept – timing. From recording period dates, to stopping contraception, to calculating ovulation dates, to work...

#48: Yoga and Fertility

July 31, 2020 09:30 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

This week on Let's Talk IVF we are talking about Yoga and Fertility with the creator of the Moon Goddess Program Zahra Haji. Zahra practices Kundalini and Hatha yoga and created the first online fertility program. Join us for this enlightening conversation about how Yoga can help you and the benefits of meditation. Let's Talk IVF is a podcast for everyone trying to have a baby. Whether you are trying to conceive naturally, thinking about starting fertility treatment, or currently hav...

#47: Intended Parents - A Surrogacy Story - Part 1

July 21, 2020 11:02 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MB

This week on Let's Talk IVF we are talking to Intended Parent Andrew Vella. Andrew and Jame have fostered children, have a 16 year old daughter living with them and wanted to have a baby, so they started looking at their options. They were looking for egg donors and surrogates and Andrew tells his story of how they found both in an unexpected place. Let's Talk IVF is a podcast for everyone trying to have a baby. Whether you are trying to conceive naturally, thinking about starting fe...

#46: An Artist tells her Fertility Story

July 13, 2020 10:12 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MB

Jasmine Katatikarn was in her doctors office when she was given the news that she had a 1% chance of having a baby using her own eggs! The doctor said her only way forward was to use donor oocytes and that she would not be offered any other fertility treatment option. Shocked and in disbelief, Jasmine left her doctors office and went straight to back to work. It was through her work as an Artist that Jasmine suddenly saw her fertility challenge through new eyes and then things began to c...

#45: What is IVF Coaching?

July 06, 2020 21:55 - 15 minutes - 20.6 MB

I get asked a great deal, just what is it that you do? Well, when I am not podcasting and interviewing for the show, I help clients who want to have a baby, some are just starting their fertility treatment, others have already had fertility treatment without success. We have all heard of Life Coaching and Wellness programs in the corporate world and coaching when it comes to athletes and sport. Coaching is a method of learning and for having a baby, we are focussed on the much the need...

#44: 3 Top Hacks to Increase Wellbeing

May 28, 2020 05:06 - 12 minutes - 16.6 MB

Wow, what a crazy world that we are living at the moment, I wake up every morning alternating between the feeling of Ground Hog Day and the Twilight Zone. In this time of uncertainty, we have seen elective surgeries close, private hospital and clinics shut their doors, essentially stopping many people on their pathway to parenthood. Whether your treatment has been delayed, your surrogate is overseas and you cannot get into the country or your age is making the delay unbearable – no matte...

#43: Katia Foy Interview

May 02, 2020 06:50 - 15 minutes - 21.8 MB

I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing the incredible Katia Foy, who is a Youth Case Worker at Bernardos. At the age of 11 years, Katia had a knee injury and after a series of appointments with various doctors, discovered that she had Turners Syndrome. Katia's story is inspirational, she is absolutely fearless and we discussed her fertility options, dating and friendships.

#42: Embryo Grading Basics

April 14, 2020 06:26 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MB

In this episode of Let's Talk IVF we are discussing embryo grading the basics, when does it start, how often is this done and what are those scores at the end of cycle at embryo transfer? This episode was requested by the wonderful Mary Vietzke who is a Registered Nurse, thank you for your input and idea.

#41: AI Technology in the Lab

March 31, 2020 01:11 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MB

In this podcast we are discussing the practical aspects of AI technology and how this is currently being used in the laboratory. Dr Kaylen Silverberg discusses using FET (frozen embryo transfer) only in his clinics, which is giving greater pregnancy rates. Kaylen is the Medical Director of Texas Fertility Center, a large network of fertility clinics located in Central Texas and also the Co-Founder of Ovation Fertility, a national network of IVF labs, genetics labs and partner physician p...

#40: 7 Keys to a Successful Cycle

March 11, 2020 13:22 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MB

In my Webinar, I discuss the key aspects to having a successful cycle and it is something that I also discuss in my Strategy Calls with clients, so, I thought it would be good to share some of this with you in the podcast. When you undertake fertility treatment, no-one imagines just how much it will consume your entire life and impact every other relationship that you have currently. In fact, for many clients ttc it has already taken up a great deal of the lives up until this point. I spe...

#39: Stephen Page Interview

February 22, 2020 02:15 - 37 minutes - 52 MB

This week on Let's Talk IVF, I spoke with Stephen Page from Page Provan Family and Fertility Lawyers. We talked about Stephen's personal fertility story, client cases and even the precedents that he has set for future cases. With clients from around Australia and Internationally, it is no surprise that he is the go to Lawyer for so many clients with fertility and family law cases. You can contact Stephen on (+61) 07 3221 9751 or through the website at https://pageprovan.com.au/

#38: All About Fertility Expo Update

February 05, 2020 08:35 - 19 minutes - 26.2 MB

Last year was the debut of the All About Fertility Expo in Sydney. Founder Ella Mannix brought the first ever fertility expo to Sydney, to highlight the many different options available for those ttc. 2020 promises to be bigger and better than last year, we checked in with Ella to get some updates on what to expect this year. https://allaboutfertilityexpo.com.au/

#37: Genevieve Uys Interview

January 22, 2020 10:01 - 25 minutes - 34.4 MB

In Australia the wait for donor oocytes in some fertility clinics is up to 3 years. The options for most people ttc is to ask friends or relatives, advertise themselves or use overseas companies to source oocytes for their long awaited child. Genevieve Uys was an oocyte donor herself and has 9 donor children around the world. After her experiences donating oocytes, she found herself in a unique position to create her own company to assist more families complete their dream of having a baby...

#36: Dr Michelle Perugini

January 15, 2020 11:06 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MB

This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Michelle Perugini, Founder and CEO of Life Whisperer, which uses AI technology for embryo selection. Using AI to select the best embryos for transfer and freezing is improving pregnancy results and assisting embryologists at clinics around the world. Designed to be affordable for patients and with no set up fees or ongoing costs to the clinics, this technology is changing laboratory practice as we know it. https://www.lifewhisperer.co/

#35: What is Family?

January 08, 2020 10:27 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MB

What do you consider a family? Generally, when you ask someone what is a family, they will typically think of parents with children and extended family members, who are biologically related to them. However, a family can be made up of so much more than this ancient outdated definition. Families share common values, goals, emotional bonds and responsibilities. Mostly family members contribute to the wellbeing of others in the family unit. This topic comes up a great deal with clients,...

#34: Dr Kaylen Silverberg Interview

December 30, 2019 11:35 - 30 minutes - 42 MB

This week I had the pleasure of talking with Dr Kaylen Silverberg. Kaylen is a board certified reproductive endocrinologist, obstetrician and gynaecologist and the Medical Director of Texas Fertility Centre. We talked about male fertility, what has changed, when should you have testing done, what can you do to prepare when ttc and the types of testing that you might expect. Men largely feel marginalised in the process of ttc, so opening up the conversation about male factors is an impo...

#33: Dr Lynn Westphal Interview

December 18, 2019 11:31 - 20 minutes - 28 MB

Dr Lynn Westphal is CMO at Kindbody, a new model for fertility health care.( They have mobile clinics (the fertility buses) positioned in high traffic areas so women can potp in for a chat and organise a fertility assessment. Their primary group of patients is women seeking to freeze their oocytes, however they offer IVF cycles and a full range of fertility services. Lynn set up one of the first cyropreservation programs for oncology patients back in 1998 at Stanford University. With...

#32: Perception is Projection in Relationships

December 07, 2019 08:34 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MB

This week I wanted to discuss a common pattern that we all use from time to time, projection. I don’t mean the obvious ones, such as getting stuck in traffic and coming home grumpy. Or having a tough meeting and taking your frustration out of your work colleagues … I am talking about the sneakier projections, the ones that build up over time. Once you get to know the clues, you will be able to spot these projections much sooner and take evasive action! So, let’s jump right into the podcast...

#31: Shona Baxter Interview

November 13, 2019 13:50 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MB

This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Shona Baxter. Shona always knew that she wanted to be a mother, unfortunately she did not find the right partner to take this journey with, so she decided to do it on her own! Choosing a clinic, picking out the sperm donor and then having 2 very different cycle types, which gave her 2 beautiful children. Every pathway to parenthood is different, starting a family on your own is a brave decision, with the love, support and determination, Shona...

#30: Jill Slevin Interview

November 06, 2019 20:17 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MB

After Jill Slevin went through her own fertility challenges, she understood how immensely hard it was and found help with EFT tapping. EFT tapping therapy (Emotional Freedom Technique) provides clients the safe space to work on any unresolved or current emotional issues, traumatic experiences, phobias, fears and health issues resulting in increased health and emotional wellbeing, clearing psychological blocks to conception and the opportunity to feel calmer and more positive on their ferti...

#29: Kellie Harriden Interview

October 30, 2019 21:43 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MB

Kellie Harriden shares her story, 8 very long years of fertility treatment. Kellie underwent numerous IVF cycles which failed, she describes her feelings and thoughts as she went through all the decisions that ultimately led her to India. In India, Kellie used a surrogate to achieve her dream of having a baby, during the process there were many hopes, fears and feelings of despair. Ultimately, Kellie and her partner Ian, finally came back to Australia with twins Bane and Daya. Her stor...

#28: Sally Marchini Interview

October 23, 2019 10:41 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MB

Sally Marchini is a Dietitian and Nutritionist from Marchini Nutrition and Nutrition Plus. She has a special interest in Diabetes, Coeliac Disease and Gestational Diabetes. Sally has a wealth of information regarding pre-conception health and other conditions where diet and nutrition can play a pivotal role. You can find Sally at The Newcastle Private Specialist Centre at New Lambton Heights and 45 Josephson Street, Swansea. She also sees many people by TeleHealth. The best ways to ...

#27: Jacqui Dunstan Interview

October 13, 2019 22:10 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MB

Jacqui Dunstan is a passionate doTERRA Essential Oils Educator located in Melbourne specialising in Mums, Bubs & Family Natural Health Solutions. Mother to a very special little girl, conceived against the odds after a lengthy fertility struggle, Jacqui uses this journey to help others on a daily basis. Whether it's helping others with mental health issues, swapping to non-toxic products, diet & lifestyle or general health & wellness Jacqui can find an Essential Oil to support in some wa...

#26: Dr Bryce Fleming Interview

October 02, 2019 23:09 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MB

Last week I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr Bryce Fleming. Bryce is a Chiropractor and CEO of a health and wellness company, published author and hosts a weekly radio show. We discussed the importance of spine health and alignment and how the mind/body connection is vital to overall health and wellness. His book is entitled - 4 weeks to Wellness Alignment Chiropractic + Health: 38 Alfred St. Milsons Point. NSW 2061. Ph: 1300 687 244. Web: alignmenthealth.com.au

#25: Dr Kirk Wilson Interview

September 25, 2019 13:58 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MB

Dr Kirk Wilson is a Fertility & IVF Acupuncturist who has a very busy practice in the heart of Sydney. We had a robust discussion about Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine and the theory behind this ancient healing technique. You can reach Kirk through his website or call him directly and he is more than happy to have a chat to you about your fertility journey so far. https://www.fertilityacupuncturesydney.com.au/ Phone - 02 9231 3377

#24: The Pink Elephants Support Network

September 13, 2019 00:31 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

I had the opportunity to talk with Samantha Payne from the Pink Elephants Support Network recently, at the ‘All About Fertility Expo’ in Sydney. We had so much to discuss about miscarriage and early pregnancy loss, so I thought I would share with you, the wonderful support that this network provides. The Pink Elephants provide much needed empathy, validation and connection to those experiencing miscarriage and early pregnancy loss. You are connected with other women who have been there a...

#23: Stefanie Valakas Interview

September 02, 2019 10:59 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MB

This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Stefanie Valakas, an Accredited Practising Dietitian & Nutritionist. We met recently at the inaugral All About Fertility Expo and had so much to discuss, that I thought it would be better to invite Stefanie to the show to talk about her focus on fertility health. Stefanie is experienced in optimising the diet and lifestyle of women and couples to enhance their fertility and health outcomes, using the latest scientific evidence. She is part...

#22: Procrastination

August 03, 2019 07:53 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MB

Procrastination - the action of delaying or postponing something! Is this one of your bad habits? How can you get rid of it? How does it impact your fertility treatment? Join me for a discussion about this annoying habit. Let's Talk IVF is a podcast series for everyone starting or undergoing fertility treatment. We will discuss the Science, the Emotions and Everything in between. You can contact me directly through my website/Facebook/Instagram pages. Thank you for joining me and I...

#21: Dr Mark Livingstone Interview

May 10, 2019 15:02 - 12 minutes - 16.7 MB

This week I interviewed Dr Mark Livingstone, a fertility specialist. Dr Livingstone has been working at one of Australia's leading fertility clinics Genea, for over 20 years. https://www.genea.com.au/specialists/dr-mark-livingstone Let's Talk IVF - Season 2 - The Interviews Let's Talk IVF is a podcast series for everyone starting or undergoing fertility treatment. We will discuss the Science, the Emotions and Everything in between. You can contact me directly through my website...

#20: Mariah Riney Interview

April 26, 2019 12:00 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MB

Mariah Riney is an Oocyte Donor from the USA. She kindly offered to tell her story and give us a little insight into the process in America with the agencies that manage the donations. Donating oocytes is a huge commitment of time, needles, testing, ultrasounds and a medical procedure to retrieve the oocytes. Mariah is lucky to have the flexibility of working for herself as a Full Stack Marketer and Content Creator. Her website link is below - http://www.marriney.com/ Let's Talk IV...

#19: Adam Hait Interview

April 13, 2019 04:49 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MB

Adam Hait is a third generation Pharmacist, he is passionate about patient care and bringing the Pharmacist back into the fold when it comes to treatment. He is licensed in 49/50 American States as a Fertility Pharmacist and his commitment to his patients is his point of difference, offering 24/7 advice and support when the patients need it the most. Pharmacists and nursing staff on call to assist you when you are taking your fertility medications, when are they bringing their model to...

#18: Ella Mannix Interview

March 30, 2019 00:47 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MB

This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Ella Mannix. She shared her fertility journey with me, how she met her wonderful husband and the decisions that she faced when she realised that her idea of parenting required a different approach to the standard one! Inspired by her own fertility journey, Ella was keen to use all her research and create Sydney's first ever Fertility Expo. Whether you are thinking of having a family in the near future, in the middle of fertility treatment or h...

#17: Alpesh Doshi Interview

March 19, 2019 23:30 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MB

When an Embryologist starts a fertility clinic, you know that this will be a unique experience! Alpesh is bringing the magic, which is usually behind the scenes in the laboratory, to all his patients. It is all about the journey and the emotional support. I have worked with his patients and they are certainly feeling the more personalised approach to treatment. The future of IVF clinics is happening now at IVF London. https://ivflondon.co.uk Let's Talk IVF - Season 2 - The In...

#16: 3 Steps to Changing You

February 16, 2019 05:39 - 13 minutes - 19 MB

It is mid February and by now 99.9% of the New Years Resolutions that you have made have fallen behind schedule or simply been abandoned! You are not alone though, change is really hard to achieve for most of us, we are hard wired to do what we know and stay within our comfort zone, it is safer there! So what are the 3 changes and how can you make these work for you? Let's Talk IVF is a podcast series for everyone starting or undergoing fertility treatment, we will discuss the Science, t...

#15: Finances

January 06, 2019 06:10 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MB

During my conversations with clients over the years, it is apparent that Finances are a considerable area of concern for most people when they require fertility treatment. Next to relationship problems and breakdown, finances are a significant reason that prevent people from seeking further treatment. In Australia the average cost of an IVF cycle is approximately $10,000, however in that cost you must also consider the extras and the hidden costs that you may not have budgeted for when emb...

#14: Communication

December 09, 2018 21:36 - 13 minutes - 17.9 MB

This podcast episode is all about Communication ... so often this gets strained and a difficult when you are undergoing fertility treatment. Not only with your loved ones, also with your work colleagues, family and friends. What are some easy to use tools and strategies to assist you? What are the 5 Love Languages and how can you use this to improve connection? The most important tool you can have in communication is probably one you have not considered ... have a listen and let me kn...

#13: Back to Back Cycles

November 06, 2018 21:44 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MB

In this episode of Let's Talk IVF we will be talking about Back to Back Cycles, what are they, when will you have them and what do you need to consider. Let's Talk IVF is a podcast series for everyone starting or undergoing fertility treatment, we will discuss the Science, the Emotions and Everything in between. You can contact me directly through my website/Facebook/Instagram pages. Thank you for joining me and I look forward to hearing from you. http://ivfcoachingclinic.com.au/ https...

#12: Naturopath and Herbalist Narelle Stegehuis Interview

October 23, 2018 21:47 - 25 minutes - 34.4 MB

This week I spoke with Narelle Stegehuis from Bump Fertility in Melbourne about her practice and the fertility patients she assists. Narelle has over 20 years of experience and has specialised in the treatment of fertility, she is currently studying for her PhD in this area. Very passionate about her craft, you will hear stories of her success and the reasons behind using naturopathy and herbal medicine to treat various underlying fertility issues. You can connect with Narelle through ...

#11: Routine Screening

October 13, 2018 12:57 - 10 minutes - 14.1 MB

Routine Screening, what is it and when should it be performed for fertility assessment? Currently there is no schedule for such testing, the reality is if routine screening was conducted early, different choices could be made, with potential treatment and/or intervention. Most clients find out they have fertility issues after having tried to conceive naturally for some time, however if given the knowledge earlier, they would have made different plans with their lives and family planning....

#10: Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine - New York Style!

September 26, 2018 02:27 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MB

This week I spoke with Mike Berkley, founder of The Berkley Center for Reproductive Wellness in Manhattan New York. Mike has over 20 years of experience treating fertility patients with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs, he has an incredible depth of knowledge in this area and is passionate about helping patients achieve their dream of pregnancy, after experiencing his own problems with fertility in previous years. We talk about Women and Men's Fertility and how Acupuncture can assist with pregn...

#9: What To Expect From The Scientist?

September 15, 2018 10:51 - 10 minutes - 15 MB

In this episode we will talk about when you will see the Scientist and get a chance to talk to them about your treatment. The Scientist is testing your blood samples, preparing the sperm sample, collecting your oocytes, checking for fertilisation, assessing your embryos and choosing the best one for transfer. Let's Talk IVF is for everyone starting or undergoing fertility treatment, we will discuss the Science, the Emotions and Everything in between. You can contact me directly through m...

#8: Pregnancy at 45?

September 01, 2018 04:07 - 10 minutes - 14.6 MB

After a recent conversation with a client who asked me about getting pregnant at the age of 45 years old, I thought I would talk a little about natural conception and things to consider. Statistically speaking humans have a 25% chance of conception naturally in any given cycle with the highest percentage seen with 22-26 year old women, this rapidly declines with age. At the age of 45 years it is anywhere from 1-3% at the very highest. Join me for this podcast to hear the 3 things that I...

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