Podcasts about lister fertility clinic

We are discussing IVF Adds Ons this week with James Nicopoullos, clinical director at The Lister Fertility Clinic.We discusses the complexities and controversies surrounding IVF add-ons and how difficult it can to make decisions about whether to use or not alongside IVF treatments.We discuss:why IVF add-ons are optional extras that may not be necessary.How the HFEA's traffic light system categorizes treatments based on evidence.How not all add-ons are supported by strong evidence.Why individual circumstances dictate the need for specific add-ons.Why Sperm DNA testing is crucial for unexplained infertility cases.Why patients should be informed about the pros and cons of add-ons.Why communication between patients and clinics is essential.For more information on Add Ons please see the HFEA website.*** Fertility Nutritionist, Kirsty Harrison and I will be running a free "Optimise Your Egg Quality" workshop on Monday 17th March at 7. To join us live or get the replay ⁠⁠⁠register here.⁠⁠⁠ ***

I am joined by Dr Yau Thum from the Lister to discuss Reproductive Immunology. Reproductive Immunology looks at how the immune system and the reproductive system can impact conception and pregnancy. It is an area that is explored and tested when people have experienced repeat implantation failure and/or miscarriage with no other explanation found. Dr Yau Thum leads the reproductive immunology research team at The Lister Fertility Clinic. He has been involved in research in the area of natural killer cells and immunological aspects of recurrent failed implantation since 2003 and have published papers demonstrating that an "overactive" immune system may negatively affect pregnancy outcomes and IVF success rates. In this episode we discuss: What is reproductive immunology? The problem with researching this area. What tests can you do to test this area? Killer cells what they are, how you test for them? What the cytotoxicity test is. Drug protocols to address these issues and when to start them Who should take the tests. Why they are so expensive. Where to find out more about reproductive immunology. If you want to learn more please see The Lister Fertility Clinic Pages and/or the Reproductive Immunology Centre. You can also find out more via HFEA

In this episode of Behind the Scenes of IVF, we're looking at who owns the clinics, with there being more groups, more venture capitalists, and more private equity. What does this mean for you, the patient? How might it impact your decision-making? What might the benefits be? We're in conversation with James Nicopoullus, Medical Director at The Lister Fertility Clinic, Peter Reeselv - Founder and CEO of The Fertility Consultancy, and Griffin Jones founder of Fertility Bridge What was discussed:  How the HFEA is still in charge in the UK as the regulators VCs who have bought clinics as they see it as a good business prospect and will have a master plan to make money  - therefore there will be pressure, however word of mouth will always ensure the clinic is a success  How clinics must make it absolutely clear where the ownership is on their website  Finance packages are separate from the clinical decision making  Whether prices will change and become more regulated Where does the buck stop when something goes wrong  What is happening in Europe and how developments in the fertility space are changing because the pioneers are retiring so international networks can combine and offer more opportunities for patients. How fertility tourism is going.  How Sweden, Norway, and France are now enabling single women and same-sex couples able to have treatment, yet in Poland, this is the opposite   How consolidation should put more pressure on clinics to improve services  Shared best practice Networks enable clinics from different countries to  come together and share best practices and research  The global reach of IVF Private equity within the IVF sector How Branding has changed over the last 20 years  SOCIALS:    We really want to hear your thoughts on what helped you choose your clinic?. Please email  info@thefertilitypodcast.com https://www.instagram.com/fertilitypoddy/ (Fertility Poddy's Insta) https://www.instagram.com/your_fertility_nurse/ (Kate's Insta) https://www.linkedin.com/in/preeslev/ (Fertility Consultancy on LinkedIn) https://www.instagram.com/listerfertilityclinic/?hl=en (The LIster's Insta) https://www.instagram.com/fertilitybridge/?hl=en (Fertility Bridge's Insta) 

Unexplained Infertility   In this episode, we're together, in person and in the same room!! What a novelty. We're talking unexplained infertility and whilst together we had a quick chat with the lovely Jen who is @jens_endlesshappydays on Instagram   Jen has been diagnosed with unexplained infertility and is struggling with PCOS, however, her doctors don't feel that PCOS is impacting her cycle and therefore her diagnosis remains unexplained.   Jen tells us how she feels frustrated at the diagnosis of ‘unexplained' and the rollercoaster of emotions that comes with her thoughts of why she's not getting pregnant, symptom spotting, the two-week wait, and the crushing disappointment of getting her period every month.   Jen has been really open with her friends and family and feels so lucky that she has a good support network, which includes friends who have experienced a similar journey themselves. Jen decided to be open on social media and as a result as made some amazing Instagram friends. We talk about friendships and how you cope when a friend you make through a shared experience, such as infertility, then becomes pregnant.   We touch on male fertility tests and how men are often the ignored factor when it comes to fertility investigations. Jen and Alex have only been offered a sperm test, but no further testing, and Jen says she is completely unaware that there are any other options for male investigations. Tune in to next week to hear more about this with our guest expert.   Jen is soon to start IVF treatment and has been working hard to reduce her BMI. Due to her PCOS, she has found it hard to lose weight, and has found losing weight to be eligible for IVF has further added to the burden and stress she feels.   Good luck Jen – we'll be crossing everything for you! SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/jens_endlesshappydays/ (Jen ) https://www.instagram.com/fertilitypoddy/ (Fertility Poddy ) https://www.instagram.com/your_fertility_journey/ (Kate) https://www.instagram.com/listerfertilityclinic/ (The Lister Fertility Clinic)   See https://acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) for privacy and opt-out information.

So for all the debate about having children - how did we know we could actually conceive? Only one way to find out...we visited one of London's leading fertility clinics to undertake a "Fit for Fertility" test. Dr Marie Wren is deputy director at The Lister Fertility Clinic and has helped hundreds of couples through their fertility journey - so who better to help us?There's laughs, there's tears (actual tears) and a lot to learn - and things aren't all as rosy as we might like.The Lister Fertility Clinic is part of HCA Healthcare. For more info about fertility, visit www.ivf.org.uk for more info.If you're enjoying the podcast, don't forget to subscribe and if you're on iTunes, please do leave us a review to let us know if you're enjoying the show.For enquiries or if you want to get in touch, send us an email to maybebabycast@gmail.com.You can also find us on Instagram with more behind the scenes info and episode news - @thekatelawler & @thenotoriousboj.Maybe Baby is a PODMASTERS production. Thanks to Matt James for the artwork and Acast for hosting. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Dr Christian and Alex are joined by Dr Marie Wren, Deputy Director of the Lister Fertility Clinic to talk about a very personal and emotional subject for many people. They uncover the myths and facts around fertility and discuss what options are out there for couples trying to conceive. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When should you start thinking about your fertility? Most of us take it for granted throughout our lives but the truth is, one in seven couples across the UK will encounter issues with their fertility. Host Anna Richardson sits down with Dr Marie Wren, Deputy Director of the Lister Fertility Clinic, and TV presenter, Julia Bradbury to understand the ups and downs of trying for a baby, IVF and how we can all become more fertility aware.

Fertility issues are a heartbreakingly common reality for many people. In fact, one in sevencouples in the UK has trouble starting a family. There is a lot for couples to process - thedisappointment of not being able to conceive naturally as well as the implications of fertilitytreatment on them and, potentially, their children. In this episode, Anna Richardsonspeaks to Mary-Anne Singh, an accredited counsellor at HCA UK’s Lister Fertility Clinic, abouthow she helps couples come to terms with fertility issues.

Episode 1: Say ‘balls’ to bravado, as Anna Richardson and her guest consultant Suks Minhas, one of the UK’s leading andrologists (a specialist bloke doctor), from HCA Healthcare UK’s Lister Fertility Clinic, bust myths and tackle the taboos about your tackle! Yep, we’re talking men’s health - and everything from fertility to lumps and cancer. Sharing their experiences of male cancers are former footballer and radio presenter, Jason Cundy, and TV’s Dominic Littlewood, who are both on the quest to get more men checking their bits. For more information on this episode, go to https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/podcast

When trying to conceive doesn’t go as planned, many women and couples are faced with difficult decisions about which interventions to pursue. Treatment of infertility, whether natural or high-tech, comes with stress and feelings of isolation when your friends or relatives seem to fall pregnant without much effort. Mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills can be useful for reducing the stress and anxiety associated with fertility problems and for improving communication and support on the fertility journey. In this interview, cross-posted from the new podcast Psychologists Off The Clock, Dr. Rae Littlewood interviews Ann Bracken, author of the book Mind, Body, Baby: How to Overcome Stress and Enhance Your Fertility with CBT, Mindfulness, and Good Nutrition. Drawing from research and from years of experience counseling couples on their fertility journey, Ann Bracken offers an easy-to-follow guide to mind-body health with clear strategies to overcome emotional stress, improve relationships, communicate with fertility consultants, and support individual and couple wellbeing. Ann Bracken has many years of experience as a Fertility Counselor and Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapist and teacher of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. In addition to training with Dr. Alice Domar, renowned fertility researcher at Boston IVF, Ann has worked as a fertility specialist in Irelands largest fertility clinic, SIMS IVF, and at the renowned Lister Fertility Clinic in London. She is now in private practice in Dublin, Ireland. Contact Ann Bracken through her website: http://www.annbrackentherapy.com/ Dr. Rae Littlewood is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Albuquerque, NM and a co-host of the podcast Psychologists Off The Clock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When trying to conceive doesn't go as planned, many women and couples are faced with difficult decisions about which interventions to pursue. Treatment of infertility, whether natural or high-tech, comes with stress and feelings of isolation when your friends or relatives seem to fall pregnant without much effort. Mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills can be useful for reducing the stress and anxiety associated with fertility problems and for improving communication and support on the fertility journey. In this interview, cross-posted from the new podcast Psychologists Off The Clock, Dr. Rae Littlewood interviews Ann Bracken, author of the book Mind, Body, Baby: How to Overcome Stress and Enhance Your Fertility with CBT, Mindfulness, and Good Nutrition. Drawing from research and from years of experience counseling couples on their fertility journey, Ann Bracken offers an easy-to-follow guide to mind-body health with clear strategies to overcome emotional stress, improve relationships, communicate with fertility consultants, and support individual and couple wellbeing. Ann Bracken has many years of experience as a Fertility Counselor and Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapist and teacher of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. In addition to training with Dr. Alice Domar, renowned fertility researcher at Boston IVF, Ann has worked as a fertility specialist in Irelands largest fertility clinic, SIMS IVF, and at the renowned Lister Fertility Clinic in London. She is now in private practice in Dublin, Ireland. Contact Ann Bracken through her website: http://www.annbrackentherapy.com/ Dr. Rae Littlewood is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Albuquerque, NM and a co-host of the podcast Psychologists Off The Clock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/medicine

When trying to conceive doesn't go as planned, many women and couples are faced with difficult decisions about which interventions to pursue. Treatment of infertility, whether natural or high-tech, comes with stress and feelings of isolation when your friends or relatives seem to fall pregnant without much effort. Mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills can be useful for reducing the stress and anxiety associated with fertility problems and for improving communication and support on the fertility journey. In this interview, cross-posted from the new podcast Psychologists Off The Clock, Dr. Rae Littlewood interviews Ann Bracken, author of the book Mind, Body, Baby: How to Overcome Stress and Enhance Your Fertility with CBT, Mindfulness, and Good Nutrition. Drawing from research and from years of experience counseling couples on their fertility journey, Ann Bracken offers an easy-to-follow guide to mind-body health with clear strategies to overcome emotional stress, improve relationships, communicate with fertility consultants, and support individual and couple wellbeing. Ann Bracken has many years of experience as a Fertility Counselor and Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapist and teacher of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. In addition to training with Dr. Alice Domar, renowned fertility researcher at Boston IVF, Ann has worked as a fertility specialist in Irelands largest fertility clinic, SIMS IVF, and at the renowned Lister Fertility Clinic in London. She is now in private practice in Dublin, Ireland. Contact Ann Bracken through her website: http://www.annbrackentherapy.com/ Dr. Rae Littlewood is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Albuquerque, NM and a co-host of the podcast Psychologists Off The Clock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/psychology