In this enlightening and controversial episode, A/Prof Dr. Michael Cooper, a leading endometriosis surgeon and fertility doctor with over 30 years of experience, joins the podcast to take a deep dive into the complex world of endometriosis, IVF and fertility. Dr. Cooper is asked some pressing questions, including:

- Should surgery or IVF be the first step when facing infertility ?

- How can one prevent endometriosis from affecting fertility?

- What is best: fresh or frozen embryo transfer for endometriosis patients?

- Can IVF hormones make symptoms worse?

Dr. Cooper shares his expert insights and provides answers to some of the most controversial and critical questions for women facing fertility challenges due to endometriosis.

Dr Coopers Website: https://mjwcooper.com.au/

Where Lucy got her DIE scan: https://www.omnigynaecare.com.au/endometriosis-ultrasound

DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place in the Australia

IVF Real Talk Podcast;

Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/

https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast

Email: [email protected]

In this episode, we speak to Jon, known on socials as The Infertility Man, who shares his personal story of dealing with infertility after being diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2011. Jon opens up about how the diagnosis and its aftermath deeply affected him.

Jon talks about undergoing two microTESE (microsurgical testicular sperm extraction) procedures and the emotional toll they took on him.

Jon also reflects on what it's like to experience infertility as a man—how it feels to be less frequently discussed in conversations surrounding reproductive struggles, and how societal expectations of masculinity can make it difficult to express vulnerability in the face of such a personal issue.

The episode highlights not only the medical aspects of his journey but also the emotional and psychological challenges men often face when confronted with infertility.

Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail your preconception with OvaGold Shop here https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold and follow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi/

Beyond Blue - (Mental health support) https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support

Jon and Lauras socials.

https://www.instagram.com/infertilityman/

https://www.youtube.com/@JonandLaura

https://www.facebook.com/infertilityman/

Jon’s Book: https://www.amazon.com.au/Mans-Guide-Infertility-safeguard-miscarriage/dp/0645605026

DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place in the Australia

IVF Real Talk Podcast;

Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/

https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast

Email: [email protected]

Jo and Adrian join the podcast to share their IVF journey, which began with an overwhelming sense of uncertainty, as the cause of their struggles remained unexplained despite numerous attempts and treatments. After multiple miscarriages, they both found themselves navigating a maze of doctors, specialists, and testing, yet answers remained elusive. The emotional toll was immense, and the fear of not having a clear path forward weighed heavily on them both.

Undeterred, Jo continued to seek out solutions and discovered a renowned doctor in New York who specialised in cases like hers. Fueled by a renewed sense of hope, she traveled all the way from Australia, hoping this journey would bring clarity. Finally, after a thorough evaluation, the doctor discovered something that had eluded previous specialists: Jo had a septum in her uterus, a condition that was the root cause of her miscarriages.

This revelation marked a turning point in the couples IVF journey. Armed with answers, they could now pursue the appropriate treatments with a clearer path forward.

Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail your preconception with OvaGold Shop here https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold and follow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi/

Beyond Blue - (Mental health support) https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support

https://www.pinkelephants.org.au/

IVF Real Talk Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/

https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast

Email: [email protected]

We sit down with Stef, a fertility dietitian & nutritionist, to dive deep into all things fertility nutrition!

From her own egg freezing journey to answering YOUR burning questions like: Does eating McDonald's fries after an IVF transfer really help? Are Brazil nuts, pomegranates, and pineapple cores fertility superfoods? What supplements are a MUST for fertility? Foods and drinks to avoid while trying to conceive! Stef spills the tea on how food and lifestyle choices can impact fertility, what to eat (and avoid) for optimal fertility health, and the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to nutrition and TTC.

Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail your preconception with OvaGold Shop here https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold and follow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi/

To get in contact with Stef and her team you can find her here https://www.instagram.com/the_dietologist/

Stefs Podcast: Fertility Friendly Food https://open.spotify.com/show/1QJxO90ulAgXhepf1CW552

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/fertility-friendly-food/id1499437570

In today’s episode, we are joined by A/Prof. Mikhail Sarofim, an excision surgeon who is passionate about women’s health.

We have an open discussion, sharing some of our own experiences living with endometriosis, while also asking Professor Sarofim questions that the listeners have sent in, such as: Excision vs. ablation surgery? What is silent endometriosis? Where is the strangest place you have found endometriosis in the body? And much more.

Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail your preconception with OvaGold Shop here https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold and follow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi/

Dr Mikhail Sarofim's clinic: https://edenwomenshealth.com.au/ Socials: https://www.instagram.com/dr_mikha/ https://www.instagram.com/edenwomenshealth/

In this episode, we speak with A/Prof Gavin Sacks, a leading fertility specialist known for his groundbreaking work in treating infertility and recurrent miscarriage. As the Clinical Director of IVF Australia’s Bondi and Alexandria Clinics, Professor Sacks shares insights on his pioneering "Bondi Protocol" for implantation failure and miscarriage, and the Natural Killer Cell activity test, tune in as Professor Sacks takes a deep dive into the role of immunology and reproduction.

You can also catch Professor Sacks on the Channel Nine series Big Miracles – An Australian show that covers the intimate journey of couples and singles from all walks of life as they navigate the raw and emotional road to parenthood through assisted reproduction. Tune in every Wednesday at 9pm https://www.9now.com.au/big-miracles.

For a consultation with Professor Sacks, visit www.ivf.com.au/specialists/ivf-doctors-australia/a-prof-gavin-sacks

Socials: https://www.instagram.com/flow_fertility/ and https://www.instagram.com/ivf_australia/

New website: https://flowfertility.com.au/

Chantelle joins today's episode to share her 4-year long journey, which included 5 specialist, countless tests, tears and back-to-back failures, Chantelle followed her intuition and gut in the search for answers. Follow Chantelle on socials @ https://www.instagram.com/chantelle.barresi/

https://www.pinkelephants.org.au/

DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place in the Australia

Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/

https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast

Email: [email protected]

In today's episode, we chat with Carissa, an experienced acupuncturist, about the role acupuncture can play in supporting IVF journeys. She answers all of our questions and explains how acupuncture works alongside IVF treatments to enhance success. Carissa discusses the best times to begin acupuncture, the frequency of sessions, and the overall benefits it can offer throughout the IVF process. A big thank you to Carissa for joining us and sharing her insights — we learned so much!.

Carissa's current clinic; Nuwa Natural Health

https://nuwanaturalhealth.com.au/

Sydney clinic: Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic

https://acupuncturepregnancy.com.au/

Yana, a lawyer and a typical Type A personality, joins us from the UK to share her IVF journey, which began with back-to-back total fertilisation failure rounds—something that only happens 2-5% of the time in IVF. Feeling lost and confused, she traveled to Belgium to participate in a scientific experiment, determined to find answers. Unfortunately, Yana was left with more questions than answers. After enduring further devastating blows and heartbreaking losses, she found a single glimmer of hope and traveled abroad once again, this time to her home country, Russia. Yana reveals how shocked she was by the new protocol, which resulted in PGT-tested normal embryos!

TW: medical termination mentioned

https://www.pinkelephants.org.au/

DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place in the United Kingdom and Russia.

Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/

https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast

Email: [email protected]

When Sarah and her husband decided they were ready to try for a baby the unthinkable happened, her husband got diagnosed with cancer, after successful radiotherapy treatment they were faced with further challenges and told they would need to delay trying for a further 6 months, after patiently waiting yet again it was not straight forward as they struggled to conceive on their own. Sarah asked for help and found a fertility specialist to help guide them on their journey which ended in a surprising outcome. This is a great episode for anyone who is wanting to hear a story of IVF working the first time.

Beyond Blue - (Mental health support) https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-supporthttps://www.pinkelephants.org.au/

DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place in Australia.

Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast

Email: [email protected]

Clinic and Doctor: https://www.genea.com.au/Specialist/0039e000001pCZhAAM/sonal-karia