Mini chat with Alice and Lucy on what happens when both of you feel burnt out (relevant if you're doing this solo too) and discussing a post by Katie from the wonderful https://fertilityaction.org/ on gel nail polish...

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See you next week,

Alice and Lucy x

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I'm lucky enough to have met a lot of leading fertility experts over my time working in the space and Ro Huntriss, award winning fertility dietician is one of them.

In this episode I'm honoured to have Ro share more than ever before about her personal story - choosing to freeze her eggs after her engagement ended - and what choices she made to increase her AMH by 40%.

We focus on:

- how to make positive nutritional choices without being overwhelmed

- what's really worth doing

- the role supplements play

- why doctors might tell you not to bother (and why you should!)

- how Ro quickly made decisions on her clinic, what her egg freezing procedure was like and how she feels sharing her own story is part of how we change the wider conversation about women's choices and empowerment

Because I'm a coach and mindset mentor I'm FASCINATED by how differently we all approach these chapters in our lives and so we also touch on the reasons why I believe it was straightforward for Ro to make these decisions, while many of us are finding 'food noise' so stressful.

This is also the first time we're introducing our brand new Message in a Bottle segment, so have a listen and Lucy and I chat about this week's message - if you want to send us one, follow us on IG and send a DM we are https://www.instagram.com/fertilityliferaft OR send us an email [email protected] - we would looooove to hear from you

If you love our podcast please leave a rating, review and subscribe and help us spread the word! We are super proud to have more than 250 five star reviews on apple but we want more. We're greedy like that. Help us reach 300!!

Take care - and remember, if you haven't taken our free quiz yet to see how you can support your mindset to let go of the food stress, make strong choices without feeling overwhelmed, go to https://fertilityliferaft.com/quiz

Ro Huntriss contact:

https://www.instagram.com/fertility.dietitian.uk

https://fertilitydietitian.co.uk/

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING,

Take care,

Alice x

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WE ARE BAAAACK!

Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of pregnancy loss, recurrent miscarriage, IVF, and TFMR (termination for medical reasons). Please take care of yourself as you listen. While we do talk about incredibly tough experiences, the conversation is shared with compassion and honesty and it’s one that ultimately leaves you feeling hopeful, supported, and uplifted.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in an endless cycle of exhaustion while trying to bring home a baby, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

For years, you’ve heard me talk about mindset, wellbeing and community as the three things that transform the journey.

But today I’m introducing you to someone who has been helping me hold this space behind the scenes since the very beginning; my right-hand lady, ⁠Lucy Sanger.⁠

This is the first time Lucy has shared her fertility story fully even while she's been supporting hundreds of women through the Life Raft's courses and membership.

From multiple pregnancy losses, to the heartbreak of being told by a consultant to “stop trying,” to the surreal experience of shipping embryos abroad, this is an incredible story and a chance for me to show off how fabulous my Ops Director is!

We talk about:

Why clinic relationships matter just as much as protocols

How to hold on to your sense of autonomy when decisions feel out of your hands

The role of connection and community in surviving the lowest points

What it looks like to keep moving forward, even when it feels impossible

The financial implications of private IVF

Whether you’re right at the beginning or you’ve been trying for years, I know you’ll find hope, strength, and a reminder that you don’t have to do this alone in Lucy’s story.

✨ Ready to understand your fertility archetype and what you personally need to feel more resourced on this journey? Take the free quiz here: fertilityliferaft.com/quiz

Resources mentioned in this episode:

ARC (Antenatal Results and Choices) – https://www.arc-uk.org

Fertility Life Raft Archetype Quiz – fertilityliferaft.com/quiz

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Welcome back to the Life Raft Podcast with me, Alice Rose.

It’s 2025 and I’m going to walk with you (literally!) through all the hard stuff, all the questions and all the worries. I recorded this episode while out for a walk so I’m going to invite you to join me. Grab your phone, stick in  your earphones and listen to me as if I’m walking along beside you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why walking and movement can positively impact your brain and emotions.

• How to process feelings of rage, grief, or fear in healthy ways.

• Tips for preparing emotionally and mentally for family gatherings.

• The importance of community and support during fertility journeys.

• Permission to set boundaries and say “no” if attending feels overwhelming.

Resources and Links:

• Join the Life Raft Community: Fertility Life Raft Membership

• Connect with me on Substack

• Follow us on IG: @fertilityliferaft

• Contact us: [email protected]

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This week, Netflix called and asked if I would like to come to Bourn Hall, the first ever IVF clinic, to meet Louise Joy Brown, the first ever IVF baby and have a chat, ahead of the new movie Joy, all about the story of how Jean Purdy, Robert Edwards and Patrick Steptoe invented IVF.

UM…YES PLEASE!

It was a completely fascinating day and I was effectively at my version of Disneyland.

Not only do I find fertility fascinating but the vision and spirit of the three pioneers who made IVF possible was simply extraordinary to learn more about; be right there where they worked and of course meet Louise. I loved this conversation and it was just so humbling to be in this incredible location while I recorded it.

You can watch Joy the film now on Netflix and I would absolutely LOVE to hear what you think of this conversation and the movie so please send me an email [email protected] or come and find me on Instagram or substack - fertility life raft. Oh and of course as always, I’ll be there over on https://www.instagram.com/thisisalicerose

If you need support right now head to fertiltiyliferaft.com/everything where you’ll find all my free or low cost on demand support.

I would absolutely love for you to share this episode with anyone you think might find it interesting! Take care,

Alice x

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A short solo episode on all things triggers.

As long as I've been supporting people in this space, and from my own personal experience, triggers have been a big topic.

Here's some comforting reminders and knowledge about what's actually happening in your brain and body which I hope will help you feel reassured, empowered and gentle with yourself.

I really am here to help spread the word that even if right now things are feeling horribly unfair, frightening and lonely: there is another way through this which can feel so much better.

I'd LOVE for you to come to my free workshop which you can sign up for here:

https://fertilityliferaft.com/triggerworkshop-2024

Safe, warm, supportive and giving you lots of information, evidence based techniques and positive examples of how things can change.

See you there

Axx

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What a TOTAL honour to bring you this episode on publication day for Jessica Hepburn's third book, "Save Me from the Waves."

Jessica's journey from heartbreak- after unsuccessful IVF and the breakdown of her marriage - to triumph is the central theme of our conversation. We delve into her transformation from a self-proclaimed "unlikely athlete" to the first and only woman to complete the Sea Street Summit Challenge, which includes swimming the English Channel, running the London Marathon, and climbing Mount Everest.

Yes. You read that correctly.

This is just the coolest book - weaving together Jessica's love/obsession (!) with the BBC Radio 4 show Desert Island Discs with her Everest training and eventual summit - it really is such a wonderful read.

Back in November, I met Jessica in a cosy basement office for tea, sounds of London in the background, which is entirely appropriate (you'll understand this when you read the book)!

As we discuss her book (Buy it here now, do not hesitate!), Jessica opens up about her fertility struggles, the trauma of unsuccessful IVF treatments, and the emotional toll it took on her. She reflects on the psychological and physical injuries she endured during her Everest summit, highlighting the parallels between her fertility journey and her mountain expedition.

Jessica emphasises the importance of acknowledging and honouring emotions, from anger to sadness, and the power of turning pain into purpose. She shares insights on the complexities of grief, the significance of finding joy in small moments, and the transformative nature of storytelling.

Jessica's motto, to live "big and brave" echoes through all of our conversation - by embracing vulnerability, telling her truth, and inspiring others to embark on their own adventures of resilience and self-discovery. "Save Me from the Waves" serves as a beacon of hope and empowerment for those navigating their own journeys of healing and transformation.

Jessica's substack is here and her Instagram is here.

Come over to the Life Raft website where you'll find so much support waiting.

Rate and review this episode so more people can listen to this amazing woman!!

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In this episode of the Fertility Life Raft podcast I speak with Annabel and Amber from Am I Ovary Acting about navigating friendships and what happens when you’re both trying to conceive, then one of you gets pregnant and has a baby while the other one is still trying.

We speak about the announcements, baby showers and everything in between.

We also cover what happens when other big life stuff happens, like family bereavements, while you’re navigating infertility and how friendships can actually be one of the foundations that truly see us through rather than another thing that falls apart.

I really hope you find this episode and inspiring and encouraging. I think they have really shown an example of how a friendship can not just survive different fertility experiences, but in fact can get stronger and deeper.

Amber Izzo Instagram

Annabel Gurnett Instagram

Am I Ovary Acting Instagram

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Kate Moyle is my guest today. She is the Therapist on the BBC Three series Sex On The Couch., host of The Sexual Wellness Sessions Podcast and Director at The Thought House Partnership,

Accredited by the College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists, a Registered Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist and a Certified Psycho-Sexologist, I think it’s safe to say she knows what she’s talking about.

In this episode we cover:

This week is extra special as I had so many questions from you all that Kate has given me some extra time answering them all which I’ll be sending out in an email this week. You can grab a free 5 minute meditation to start receiving my emails at fertilityliferaft.com/reset

You can find Kate's book, The Science of Sex here and her website here

Take care everyone and remember - it feels good to rate, review and subscribe ;) THANK YOU. x

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Coni and Mike have been trying to conceive and this is such an open, frank, honest (at times slightly hysterical) chat about what it's like and how it's impacting them as a couple.

We talk all things from:

You can follow Coni over on instagram as she shares her story with her brilliant and relatable content here and Mike over here .

Head over to Fertility Life Raft now for a comprehensive, accessible, totally brilliant support and resources which can radically transform how you feel as you navigate this experience. Click here now to join us. You're so warmly welcome.

Oh and PLEASE do go and review this podcast, it's how more people find us and have a listen - we're super proud to have lots and lots of wonderful reviews and I (Alice, hi, nice to meet you) am SO grateful for every single one!! THANK YOU SO MUCH for listening and reviewing, it means the world. Take care, Alice x

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