IVFtales Podcast

Two IVF warriors, Yaelle and Lucy, have come together to share their IVF Tales! Yaelle talks about seeking specialist advice, once ready to conceive due to both her and her husband being 40, and being told they would have a 7% chance of conceiving naturally. After this, they both had tests done and took the option of TTC for 3 months- they fell pregnant, which unfortunately ended in miscarriage. After seeking further advice, they decided to see a bulk billing fertility specialist and commenced IVF. Yaelle talks about multiple frozen embryo transfers before seeking a second opinion from another fertility specialist. This led to a different approach to treatment and revealing she had a thin lining. Lucy talks about TTC after being on contraception (to help with period pain) and realizing her cycles were irregular. Her and her husband tried to conceive for 12 months before seeing a GP for some further testing, soon after their IVF journey began. Lucy talks about her first IVF cycle and receiving disappointing results, having a laparoscopy and being diagnosed with Endometriosis and Adenomyosis. Lucy also decided to change fertility specialists. Her second IVF cycle led to some very surprising results! Thank you, Lucy and Yaelle, for sharing your stories.  

A little message from Ashleigh -  " Miscarriages, fertility struggles, and IVF were things I never expected to experience in my life, but I also never the imagined the courage, relationship strengths and life experience these things would bring to our world."   Follow along on the socials @ivftalespodcast

The tale teller wishes to remain anonymous but let's refer to her as Lady Leo. In this episode, Lady Leo talks about her IVF journey after a termination of pregnancy. She goes on to talk about inconclusive Hycosy results and getting a second opinion regarding an Endometriosis diagnosis. Lady Leo talks about the importance of advocating for yourself during your IVF treatment. Follow along on @ivftalespodcast 

Welcome to season 3! Emotional Intelligence Teacher and Scientific Yogi, Sherrie Laryse, shares her journey in trying to start a family, along with the techniques and meditations that she took herself through to find peace with her situation along the way. Sherrie journalled all the way along this journey; a journal which was ultimately published as a raw, tell-all memoir, called On Path. This inspirational book talks through how to overcome life challenges, how to process emotions, and how to find peace in the face of loss. A little note from Sherrie- After she recorded this episode, she realized she said philanthropy but meant altruism. Thank you for sharing your tale Sherrie, big love x  Follow along on @ivftalespodcast 

In todays episode, I sit down and chat with Ally. If you're experiencing secondary infertility or have been told you fit the 'advanced maternal age' category, this one is for you! Ally tells her story of secondary infertility, recurrent miscarriage, Endometriosis, DQ Alpha Gene match and being a Mum again at 40! Thanks Ally for sharing your tale. That's all for 2022. Thank you for your support! More coming your way next year!   Join the Insta tribe! @ivftalespodcast

Lynette talks about her many cycles on Letrozole after being diagnosed PCOS, multiple miscarriages and laparoscopy before commencing IVF with PGS. Lynette goes into depth about having a thin uterine lining and how she prepared for her latest FET. All the best Lynette! Thank you for sharing your story and all that you do on not.another.bad.egg. Interested in sharing your tale? Contact me via Instagram or email ivftalespodcast@outlook.com

Alana shares with me her infertility story, which is the inspiration behind her beautiful childrens book called The Magic Baby Lab. Alanas journey began after trying naturally for almost a year with no success. Further investigations were undertaken and her husband was found to have low sperm count. They decided the best chance of success was IVF/ICSI, and that's how two magical babies were created.    To buy The Magic Baby Lab head to www.mischiefandmellow.com.au   Alana has kindly given IVF Tales listeners a discount code, use IVFTALES at checkout for your 5% discount.   Follow the podcast on Instagram for more updates. @ivftalespodcast

In todays episode, I sit down and chat with Em from @not.another.bad.egg. Her story so far is an interesting one! Her patience and resilience will pay off as her story continues. The part that got my jaw dropping to the floor was that she didn't respond to the popular IVF drug Orgalutran... absolutely devastating! Ems story still continues, you can follow along on @not.another.bad.egg and also read more stories on infertility and pregnancy loss shared by other women around Australia. Be part of the movement! We are starting conversations and reducing the stigma around infertility! Thanks Em! Wish you all the best and I look forward to your updates.

Taleeha retells her IVF tale. After trying to fall pregnant naturally for a year with no success, they sought help from a specialist, where she was diagnosed with PCOS. Taleeha experienced irregular periods and found it hard to track her ovulation. The first recommendation was to try OI which they did for many months with no success. It was time to see a fertility specialist, and further investigations were undertaken, which still gave no other reason for infertility. IVF was the next step. Taleehas story is a perfect example of 'it only takes one' as they fell pregnant on their first IVF cycle.

Jade talks to me all the way from the other side of the world. Many LOL and WTF moments in this one! Jade hilariously retells her IVF journey and the inspiration behind her memoir The good news is... you don't have Endometriosis. Seeking help from multiple specialists, Jade had success with IVF and now has a beautiful 2 month old girl. Oh and she does actually have Endometriosis (another example of how important it is to advocate for yourself) You can purchase her book on Amazon and Kindle.

Todays episode Maraea talks about her infertility journey. Being diagnosed with PCOS at a young age, she knew she would likely need help to fall pregnant. Maraea would sometimes go over a year without a period, so it was almost impossible to track her cycle. Seeking advice from a fertility specialist the first step was to do a Laparoscopy/Hysteroscopy, however before organising to do this she fell pregnant naturally. Maraea goes into depth about her miscarriages, clomid cycles and failed transfers. She also sought a 2nd option from another fertility specialist who ordered even more testing. Maraeas journey still continues. It was an absolute pleasure talking to Maraea, after ending the recording we spoke for another 30 minutes or so, it was another episode on its own! Wishing you all the best Maraea. 

Bib shares her incredible story going through IVF and personal loss (losing both her mother and sister in law during their TTC journey). After trying to conceive on their own with no success, they did 6 rounds of Clomid and unfortunately experienced an early miscarriage. Their next step was IVF (seeking help from an IVF clinic in Brisbane, a 5 hour drive from where they lived in rural NSW). Bib shares with me the multiple stimulated cycles, failed transfers, early miscarriages, ectopic pregnancy, and laparoscopies (most of it through the Covid pandemic and navigating border restrictions) Bibs story still continues, as she is currently waiting to do another embryo transfer (with two embryos this time). Wishing you all the best Bib! Thank you for sharing your story.   If you would like to share your story, please fill out the survey monkey questionnaire.  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S 

In todays episode I talk to Anna about her infertility journey. Anna was diagnosed with PCOS after realizing her cycles were irregular. She didn't respond well to the fertility drugs to help her ovulate, so the next step was IVF. Anna lived in rural QLD and had to travel 2000km to Brisbane to seek fertility treatment. She goes into depth about her miscarriages, including a hospital stay that wasn't well managed by the staff. Anna went through a few IVF stimulated cycles and many transfers, she changed fertility specialists a few times as she felt like there was more to investigate. She is a big believer in advocating for yourself and asking questions. She had two laparoscopies with two different specialists, finding mild endometriosis. In her last stimulated cycle, she had her embryos PGS and was on an immune protocol for a DQ alpha gene match. At the time of recording, Anna was 28 weeks pregnant. If you would like to share your story, please fill out the survey monkey questionnaire.  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S 

In todays episode I chat with Emma. Her IVF journey started after her husband was diagnosed with cancer. As they were very keen to start a family, before starting chemotherapy, they had some sperm frozen. Emma went to a lot of appointments and procedures on her own. She was very private with her IVF journey, and no one knew they had begun treatment until the very end. Emma had a very supportive fertility specialist at a bulk billing IVF clinic. She went through a few stimulated cycles and transfers and now has a beautiful 5 month old boy! Her husband Adam is in remission and they are enjoying being a family of 3! Would you like to share your tale? https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S 

A quick add on to the first episode released. Simone talks about hypothyroidism, early release of superannuation, seeing a psychologist, egg quality supplements, wives tales and support during the IVF journey. Enjoy! Join the Insta tribe! @ivftalespodcast Would you like to share your story? Click on this link or send a DM through the socials. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S    

In this first episode of season 2, Simone tells her own tale of infertility with the help of her husband Stuart. The journey began after 12 months of trying to conceive naturally and Stuart deciding to get his sperm tested. They found out Stuart has low sperm count and for them to conceive naturally would have a 1 in a million chance and the best option was IVF with ICSI. After 1 stimulated cycle and 3 failed transfers, Simone had a Laparoscopy. The surgery found mild endometriosis, adhesions and high natural killer cells. They did another stimulated cycle and a had a few more failed transfers (on an immune protocol) before discovering the DQ alpha gene partial match. They completed LMIT in Melbourne and went through another stimulated cycle (doing PGS this time) and a few more transfers. Using their first PGS embryo and on a tailored immune protocol, Simone fell pregnant. A year after their daughter was born they decided it was time to extend their family. The same treatment plan was used to conceive their son (who is now 5 months old). Liked this episode? Please leave a review! Join the Insta tribe! @ivftalespodcast Would you like to be on the show? https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S   

Todays episode is an amazing one to listen to. Alesha chats to us about her IVF journey, ectopic pregnancy, OHSS and how they moved from fertility treatment to inter country adoption, then onto local adoption. Alesha and her husband adopted two siblings within 12 months and she walks us through the technical and emotional aspects of the adoption process. The main message today from Alesha and her husband is that IVF isn't everything, and not necessarily the end of the road.  Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.  If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S  Join the Insta tribe! @ivftalespodcast Thanks for supporting us!  

Jossie shares their experience with fertility treatment as a Queer couple using known and unknown donors, IVF and IUIs. We also explore the impact of treatment on mental health and becoming consumed by treatment. Jossie shares her experience of being an open book and how that affected her relationships with friends and family and the impact it had on herself. If you would like to share your story, please fill out the survey monkey questionnaire.  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S  Join our insta tribe! @ivftalespodcast

Suzanne shares her experience undergoing IVF in America resulting in the conception of her eldest son and then moving to Australia and undertaking an international adoption to welcome another son into their family.  Led By a Heartstring - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/led-by-a-heartstring/id1514329966  

Tayla and Chris join us to talk about their fertility treatment. They started their experience when Tayla was only 20 and underwent multiple rounds. In the testing they underwent they found out that Chris carried a Cystic Fibrosis gene that had effectively acted as a ‘natural vasectomy' meaning that he would need to under go surgical sperm retrieval.    In this episode we also discus Tayla experiencing OHSS, their multiple cycles, miscarriage, visiting a naturopath and a psychic. The impact of treatment on intimacy and friendships. Chris also tells us how he felt during this and how he supported Tayla during treatments and their emotions when they did fall pregnant.  They also talk to us about the birth of their son postpartum and parenting after fertility treatment.  If you would like to share your story, please fill out the survey monkey questionnaire.  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S 

We speak with Lisa about her fertility treatment and how she had always thought she may need some assistance with getting pregnant.   

This weeks episode brings you Kellies story on IVF, international surrogacy and egg donation. Kellie is a mother of twins, an author, speaker and infertility advocate. She takes us through her journey of ovulation induction, 6 full swim cycles and moving onto egg donation and international surrogacy. We discuss how she felt navigating the decision to not be the genetic parent to her children and how she processed that decision.    Kellie has written two amazing books called Long-Awaited child, and Achieving Parenthood, The Struggles are Real, The Hope is Eternal. You can find more info on her website https://kellieharriden.com/  Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S  Thanks for supporting us!

Kirsty walks us through her fertility journey being diagnosed with PCOS and diabetes, being put on metformin and beginning IVF. She initially went to a bulk billing IVF clinic, however, they told her she needed to lose weight in order to begin treatment. Kirsty talks to us about her treatment, and how she has navigated personal relationships and the things that have come up for her during her treatment.  Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.  If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S  Thanks for supporting us!

Today Naomi talks to us about how she tried for a baby for 5 years. She has other symptomatologies such as a frozen pelvis and mixed connective tissue disease, which is similar to lupus. Naomi takes us through her diagnose of stage 4 endo, 3 surgeries within six months and about what it is like to face the prospect of not having a child from IVF. We are so grateful for Naomi being so open about her journey as this is a side of fertility treatment that isn't openly discussed.  Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.  If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S  Thanks for supporting us!

Bonnie and Mitch talk to us about tracking ovulation, IVF, miscarriage and feeling let down by your care provider. Along with being diagnosed with endometriosis and adenomyosis when trying for their second baby. Bonnie and Mitch also how they maintained their connection when dealing with the strain fertility treatment can bring to relationships. 

 This episode was recorded a little differently, as an instagram live! We sat with Donna the founder of The Conceiving Mind, and asked her how to survive the Christmas season while going through fertility treatment. The questions came in from you, our listeners, as we know how hard it can be to get through this ‘festive’ period while being in limbo with your treatment. Donna started The Conceiving Mind after going through fertility treatment herself and noticing a gap in treatment- emotional support. She developed an evidence based online program that guides people going through the three types of fertility treatment in 10 modules. Currently, Donna has partnered with a large IVF clinic in Brisbane to bring her program to their patients. A massive congratulations to Donna and Eve for prioritising patients mental and emotional well being during treatment.More information can be found at: https://www.theconceivingmind.com/https://evehealth.com.au/Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9SThanks for supporting us!

This weeks episode brings you Beths IVF journey. Beth describes volunteering to be an egg donor for some friends and finding out she is a carrier for Tay Sachs gene, and how this led to her down the road of IVF. Candidly, she discusses going through a bulk billing clinic, multiple rounds of IVF and early miscarriage. Beth had to actively advocate for herself, armed with information she requested extensive testing on her husbands sperm and her own body, despite her doctor not recommending the treatment. Eventually, she sought a second opinion with a private clinic, had a laparoscopy and was diagnosed with stage 3 Endometriosis and a blocked fallopian tube. We chat quite a bit about miscarriage and the ideas around sharing pregnancies in the first trimester in order to receive support.Since the interview, Beth has undergone her 5th round of IVF, although this time ICSI was the preferred method. They got 14 eggs, 8 mature and all 8 fertilised! Beth was able to transfer two beautiful blastocysts, however, there were none to freeze. She had an implant bleed at 6dp5dt and a strong positive home test the next day, but then 2 days later the home tests got lighter and it was confirmed that sadly Beth was losing her two babes to early miscarriage. Currently, she is engaging with treatment with a private specialist and is potentially looking into egg donation.Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9SThanks for supporting us!

In this weeks episode we chat with Megan about her IVF journey. Initially, their GP told her husband that there are no issues with her husbands sperm. After googling and realising that the numbers were quite low, she returned and demanded a referral to a fertility specialist. Megan chats about how she accessed her super to fund her treatment, OHSS, her miscarriage and finally getting a BFP which resulted in her little baby. We had such a lovely time talking to Megan, and learning about her pregnancy and postpartum period after going through IVF. We hope you enjoy listening to todays episode!Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9SThanks for supporting us!

In this weeks episode, we chat with Emma and she recounts her fertility story. Emma chats about a few things that we haven’t touched on before, such as a post coital tests, adenomyosis and a tubal patency test. We also touch on her miscarriages and how Emma felt having those around her fall pregnant, while struggling to remain pregnant herself. When we interviewed Emma she was in the first trimester of pregnancy, and we are so happy to announce that she is currently 34 weeks pregnant and awaiting the arrival of her little one.Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9SThanks for supporting us!

In this weeks episode, we chat with Tahlia and she tells us about going through her round of IVF. While her IVF treatment is straightforward, post treatment unfortunately panned out differently for her. Tahlia experienced a missed miscarriage, and needed to go for a D&C, resulting in the need for further treatment. If this episode has stirred up some emotions for you, please see the links below for where you can seek support:https://www.panda.org.au/https://miscarriagesupport.org.au/https://www.sands.org.au/miscarriagehttps://www.beyondblue.org.au/At the time this episode was recorded, we were still in lockdown so you will hear us talking about that, amongst other things!Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9SThanks for supporting us!

In this weeks episode, we chat with Lucy and she takes us through her five rounds of IVF. Throughout her IVF treatment, Lucy has experienced losses, and a termination for medical reasons. She describes the decision to change from private to a bulk billing clinic, the pressure she felt to conceive as she neared 40, the emotional toll that their 5 rounds has taken on her and how she coped with that. Lucy also touches on PGS testing, and seeing a reproductive immunologist during her treatment.Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9SThanks for supporting us!

Todays episode brings you Shannons story about undergoing IVF in the Defence force. Shannon walks us through her experience of trying to have a baby for the last 7 years, with her treatment ranging from clomid and timed intercourse, to IVF. She discusses how the defence health system has supported her, but also the challenges of undergoing fertility treatment in a male dominated workforce. We also have some great news, and that is that Shannon is currently pregnant! We wish her all the best, and the largest congratulations on the news of her pregnancy. Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!

Todays episode brings you Sarahs’ lighthearted and honest account of her IVF journey to create her two babes. Diagnosed with PCOS at 17 so she knew she would need to access fertility treatment if she wanted to have children. She also discusses accessing super for her second round of IVF and how she thinks going through fertility treatment has impacted her postpartum period with both of her children.Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9Thanks for supporting us!

In the third and final episode of Alana and Amanda’s interview, we begin by discussing how fertility treatment has affected their relationship and how they have worked through the cycles together. They chat about the last round of IVF, a miscarriage and D&C and the beginnings of reciprocal IVF. If you are interested in following Amanda and Alanas journey, you can get updates by following along on instagram @mummyplusmumma. Alanas Print store: https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/LetscallitLoveprints?ref=l2-about-shopname Little dreamer journal: https://shop.emmakateco.com/collections/baby-journals Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!

In Alana and Amandas second episode, the girls chat about their emotional state post miscarriage and how it felt with the arrival of a niece at the same time their baby would have been due. Alana also discusses how she saw a reproductive immunologist for her next round of IVF, changing clinics, chemical pregnancies, and the diagnosis of PTSD from fertility treatments and the pregnancy losses.https://miscarriagesupport.org.au/https://www.bearsofhope.org.au/https://www.sands.org.au/miscarriagehttps://thestillmamatribe.wixsite.com/stillmamatribe Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!

In todays episode we chat with Alana and Amanda from Sydney about their fertility journey as a same sex couple. The original interview was quite long, so we have split the chat over three episodes. In this first episode, Alana and Amanda discuss the process around sperm donation, IUI’s, moving into IVF, a missed miscarriage and D&C. We had a lovely chat with Alana and Amanda, and found their interview extremely informative and helpful! These girls know their stuff! https://miscarriagesupport.org.au/https://www.bearsofhope.org.au/https://www.sands.org.au/miscarriagehttps://thestillmamatribe.wixsite.com/stillmamatribe Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!

In todays episode we chat with Ashley, an egg donor! She talks us through her journey to becoming an egg donor and the process around becoming an egg donation. So far 8 babies have been born from her donations! Ashley is so passionate about egg donation, and discusses the relationship between egg donation and the recipients. She also clears up any of the questions you had for her.A note below about some information in the episode with regards to the Donor Central Registry. Ashley states in the episode that the child must request the information but not the parents, which isn’t correct (at least for NSW). The parent can request the information if the child is under 18. There is also the option of the parents reaching out to the clinic prior to see if the donor is open to being contacted earlier if it is a clinic recruited donation in Australia. Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!

In todays episode we chat with Bianca about her fertility journey and how living in regional QLD impacted her four rounds of IVF. She walks us through her pregnancy loss and then we also chat briefly about how going through fertility treatment has affected her pregnancy and postpartum period. Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!

In today’s bonus episode Tiff is happily joined by Joe (who is secretly trying to become another host on the show) to share some happy news with you. In this short and sweet update they discuss some of the reasons they hesitated with going back to treatment, and the emotions involved in announcing their current pregnancy. Tiff also discusses how her mothers diagnosis of breast cancer felt while being pregnant, and what that meant for their future children. Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!

In todays episode we chat with Rob and Sam about their surrogacy journey. While recording this episode, they were based in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania awaiting the arrival of their baby. Sam and Rob discuss their journey to becoming parents, which includes navigating egg donation, IVF and surrogacy internationally. They also touch on how the pandemic affected their plans to travel to the US and how they had to rapidly alter their lives to ensure their presence at their baby's birth. Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us! 

This is part two of Andreas story, so if you haven’t listened to part one of her interview- go back and have a listen. In this part of her story, she chats about post fertility treatment and offers some advice on how to support people you know and love going through fertility treatment. Andrea also discusses her current pregnancy and how she has coped during this pregnancy after her previous loss. Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight awayIf you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!Here are some links if you are experiencing loss, or needing support through terminating for medical reasons: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2486562418265316/    https://www.facebook.com/Medical-termination-Abortion-support-Australia-108239157424288/https://www.sands.org.au/ 

In todays episode we speak with Andrea and she tells us of her path through fertility treatment. She discusses a pregnancy loss and her experience terminating for medical reasons, as well as her current pregnancy after going through fertility treatment. Andrea also mentions how she advocated for herself when meeting with her FS. Although you may not have a lot in common with Andreas story her knowledge and passion for helping others is inspiring. There is something to take away for everyone from her story. Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us! If you or someone you know is going through termination for medical reasons, or pregnancy loss here are some links that may help: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2486562418265316/    https://www.facebook.com/Medical-termination-Abortion-support-Australia-108239157424288/https://www.sands.org.au/ 

In todays bonus episode, Ezra reluctantly joins Aimee to chat about what has been happening for them this year in the fertility world. They talk about their two transfers, with one resulting in an early pregnancy loss, and how the COVID-19 pandemic has been both a positive and a negative for their fertility treatment. Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.  If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on this link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!   

In todays episode we speak with Maddy who walks us through her fertility journey. Maddy chats about what it is like being young and experiencing all her friends and family announcing pregnancies, but not conceiving herself. She also had to advocate for herself with her GP for a referral to a fertility specialist, and once the ball was rolling, opted to move straight onto IVF. The treatment has resulted in her current pregnancy, which we do discuss in a bit of detail towards the end of the episode. Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on the link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!

In todays bonus COVID-19 episode, we chat to Kylie and Liv about how their treatment has been impacted by the pandemic, and the decision by the government to classify fertility treatments as non-essential to ensure enough resources. Both women have been diagnosed with low AMH and have been told that time is of the essence. In Livs' interview (the second half of the podcast) she discusses pregnancy loss and termination for medical reasons (TFMR), and multiple rounds of IVF. Both Kylie and Liv have accessed their super to continue with fertility treatment. If you feel as though you need to reach out to talk to someone, we have listed some links below to help: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/national-help-lines-and-websites http://access.org.au/ http://www.relationships.org.au/ https://www.facebook.com/rainbowfamiliesqld/ https://www.qlife.org.au/ Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.  If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on this link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!     

In today’s episode Joe and Tiff walk you through their fertility story, ranging from IUI to IVF. They chat about how their diagnosis, and experiences throughout treatment has impacted their pregnancy, and parenting choices. We hope you enjoy listening, Joe does an amazing job at being a cohost and sharing his perspective. Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.  If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on this link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!   

In this episode of IVF tales Aimee, a cohost of the podcast, and her husband Ezra tell their fertility story. They discuss how they felt getting the diagnosis and moving through treatment. They also chat about how the treatment impacted their relationship, and then pregnancy and parenting choices. Make sure to hit subscribe, so when episodes are released they download straight away.  If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on this link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!   

IVF tales is an Australian Podcast that brings you stories of people trying to have children. Fertility treatment doesn't discriminate, and each episode will chronicle the diverse approaches experienced by many people on their way to creating their family.In this short introduction episode, Aimee and Tiff chat about how they know each other and how they have reconnected over fertility treatment. They also discuss how the idea of the podcast was hatched, and a few other tidbits. If you are interested in sharing your story, please click on this link to be taken to our questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Thanks for supporting us!  

A small teaser to introduce a new Australian podcast that follows stories of those people experiencing fertility treatment to create their family. If you are interested in sharing your story with us, please follow this link to be taken to the survey monkey to submit your interest: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Z9HHD9S Be sure to hit subscribe so you don't miss out when our first episode drops!