Podcast

13 02, 2019

Fertility and your Vaginal Microbiome

2020-12-07T15:40:43+11:00

In this episode I speak with Moira Bradfield who is currently completing PhD research into the vaginal microbiome. Moira will be providing her insights into the role of the vaginal microbiome in fertility as well as practical tips and advice to help you support a healthy vaginal environment to improve your chances of conceiving and carrying your healthy baby. We cover topics including * what is a microbiome? * how our vaginal microbiome differs from our gut microbiome * what [...]

Fertility and your Vaginal Microbiome2020-12-07T15:40:43+11:00
11 02, 2019

Fertility Fest

2020-12-07T15:40:17+11:00

In this episode of the Conceive Baby Podcast we talk about fertility, as always, but from a different perspective. We discuss a wonderful, collaborative, celebratory event, which is on a mission to change the conversation around fertility and infertility – Fertility Fest. I speak with inspiring founder Jessica Hepburn who shares with us her personal journey, as well as insights into the evolution of Fertility Fest and what you can expect at this year's event. Jessica Hepburn is one of [...]

Fertility Fest2020-12-07T15:40:17+11:00
14 11, 2018

The impact of diet on the uterine environment with Dr Jemma Evans

2020-12-07T13:24:45+11:00

In this episode I speak with Dr Jemma Evans about the impact of your diet on the most important and amazing organ when it comes to fertility, and that’s the uterus. We hear a lot these days about egg health in relation to fertility, which is obviously super important but there is another important player and that’s your baby’s first home. The place where this tiny fertilised egg will have the opportunity to grow into a thriving, healthy baby. The [...]

The impact of diet on the uterine environment with Dr Jemma Evans2020-12-07T13:24:45+11:00
15 10, 2018

Conceiving with donor eggs with Dr Raelia Lew

2020-12-07T13:28:37+11:00

In this episode of the Conceive Baby Webinar Series we discuss a very topical issue in fertility, and that's donor conception. We now not only have donor sperm, we also have donor eggs and donor embryos. In a previous episode I spoke with Louise Johnson and Karin Hammarberg from the Government Body VARTA about the legalities and your rights and options around donor conception and today we're going to discuss the actual process. What is involved in a donor conception [...]

Conceiving with donor eggs with Dr Raelia Lew2020-12-07T13:28:37+11:00
15 09, 2018

The role of male preconception health with Dr Adam Watkins

2020-12-07T13:31:30+11:00

In this episode of the Conceive Baby Podcast Series we talk about a topic which, historically, hasn’t received that much attention. Infertility has, for a long time, focused largely on the female. So in this webinar we turn the tide and look at the impact of male preconception health. Assistant Professor of Reproductive Biology, Dr Adam Watkins provide his personal insights into his new research, focusing on the role of sperm in a healthy conception and healthy embryo development. Dr [...]

The role of male preconception health with Dr Adam Watkins2020-12-07T13:31:30+11:00
28 08, 2018

Egg freezing myths and facts with Dr Julie Lamb

2020-12-07T13:33:31+11:00

Egg freezing is a hot topic. Whether it be for IVF treatment or social reason, there are many myths surrounding the process. In this informative webinar I speak with board certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist Dr Julie Lamb, who will bust the myths and give us the facts you need to know. Julie Lamb, MD, FACOG a specialist at Pacific NW Fertility in Seattle and also serves as clinical faculty at the University of Washington as well as being [...]

Egg freezing myths and facts with Dr Julie Lamb2020-12-07T13:33:31+11:00
18 08, 2018

Infection and fertility with Elizabeth Mucci

2020-12-07T13:41:21+11:00

In this episode I speak with Elizabeth Mucci about the impact of infections on fertility. We discuss the role of infections in unexplained infertility, the immune system, natural killer cells as well as investigations, tests and treatment strategies. Elizabeth Mucci is a scientist, nutritionist and herbalist with a Masters in Reproductive Medicine and over 18 years experience as a clinician and teacher. Elizabeth has helped thousands of patients start their families, manage chronic illness, lose weight, gain hormonal balance and [...]

Infection and fertility with Elizabeth Mucci2020-12-07T13:41:21+11:00
26 07, 2018

Is sugar affecting your fertility? with Associate Professor Louise Hull

2020-12-07T15:41:29+11:00

Most of us know that too much sugar is generally not great for us. We shouldn't be eating too many cakes and lollies because it contributes to weight gain and inflammation. In this webinar, we look beyond the diet. Beyond the calories and find out what sugar is actually doing to our cells at a biological level and how that impacts our ability to conceive and carry a healthy baby. I speak with Associate Professor M. Louise Hull about her [...]

Is sugar affecting your fertility? with Associate Professor Louise Hull2020-12-07T15:41:29+11:00
12 06, 2018

IVF Explained with Prof Michael Chapman

2020-12-07T13:38:44+11:00

In this podcast I speak with one of Australia’s most highly respected fertility specialists, Professor Michael Chapman. Dr Chapman is the co-founder of IVF Australia. He is a busy clinician who has personally been involved in fertility care resulting in over 3000 pregnancies. His academic position enables him to be at the forefront of new advances in treatment which he applies in his practice at the earliest opportunity. He has a high public profile due to his tireless efforts to [...]

IVF Explained with Prof Michael Chapman2020-12-07T13:38:44+11:00
22 05, 2018

Fertility and the immune system with Professor Sarah Robertson

2020-12-07T13:40:12+11:00

In this informative episode I speak with Professor Sarah Robertson, Director of the University of Adelaide’s Robinson Research Institute and Head of the Reproductive Immunology research group about her fascinating research into fertility and the immune system. We discuss the role of the immune system in successful reproductive outcomes as well as the contentious issue of natural killer cells and why current popular treatment may do more harm than good! You will also learn ways you can support healthy immune [...]

Fertility and the immune system with Professor Sarah Robertson2020-12-07T13:40:12+11:00
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