Knocked Up: The Podcast About Fertility and Women's Health

Our guest today is Dr Caroline Fiddler, a medical doctor and new mother to baby Alice who was conceived via IVF.  

IVF can be overwhelming and keeping track of appointments, self-injections, procedures etc only adds to this.  

So, Caroline developed the CycleGuide App during treatment to keep track of treatment instructions on her phone.  

It helped her stay organised, feel more in control and gave her some peace of mind during treatment. 

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

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Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Guest: Dr Caroline Fiddler from Cycle Guide

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What is the definition of Obese?  

How does Obesity, and weight in general impact fertility? 
Challenges conceiving   
Challenges when trying ART 
Challenges during pregnancy and birth 

Why are there weight limits? 

Is this an issue for men as well as women?  

Why is preconception weight loss important?  

What role can GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro play in this context?  

Are there contraindications or risks the patient and Dr need to consider when using GLP-1 drugs in anticipation of pregnancy and/or ART? 

For more on Weight and Fertility:

Listen: Considering Surgery for Weight Loss with Dr Lara Freeman 
Listen: We Need to Talk About Weight

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: ellechemy.com.au/
Instagram: @ellechemy.com.au

Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

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We have recorded many episodes in the past on Preconception Genetic Testing (PGT) – the science, what we are looking for and what we can know about embryos created in IVF through genetic evaluation.  

This episode is about what to expect when you are using PGT when trying to conceive. 

For more on PGT:

Listen to 'What is Preconception Genetic Testing'
Read 'Medicare funding and PGT in Australia'
Listen to 'Who should consider PGT'
Listen to Pre-implantation Genetic Screening
Read 'Preconception Screening
Listen 'Genetic Carrier Screening and Mackenzie's Mission with Rachael Casella

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: ellechemy.com.au/
Instagram: @ellechemy.com.au

Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

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Prue Craven was 17 years old when she found out that she didn’t have a uterus.

Prue has ovaries and can produce eggs. But without a uterus, she cannot carry a baby.

Today, Prue and baby Rose, join us on knocked up to share their story.

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Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: ellechemy.com.au/
Instagram: @ellechemy.com.au

Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Guest: Prue Craven

Produced by Jordi Morrison

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Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: ellechemy.com.au/
Instagram: @ellechemy.com.au

Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Guest: Dr Rebecca Mackenzie-Proctor

Produced by Jordi Morrison

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It sounds pretty good doesn't it? Ovarian rejuvenation. What is it and how can this procedure help our chances of getting pregnant. 

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
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Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

Produced by Jordi Morrison

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If you or your partner has had a vasectomy what are the options if circumstances change and you want to conceive. 

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: https://loversproducts.com.au/
Instagram: @loversproducts

Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

Produced by Jordi Morrison

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For International Cesarean Awareness month Dr Raelia Lew talks us through both performing and giving birth by Caesarean section.

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: https://loversproducts.com.au/
Instagram: @loversproducts

Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

Produced by Jordi Morrison

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What is an artificial cycle for embryo transfer?

• Preparing the womb for embryo transfer
• What are the upsides?
• What are the downsides?
• How it is used

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: https://loversproducts.com.au/
Instagram: @loversproducts

Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

Produced by Jordi Morrison

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A conversation about endometriosis and fertility between Dr Raelia Lew and Dr Sylvia Ross, Fertility Specialists at Women's Health Melbourne. 

Topics discussed: 

What is endometriosis
How can endometriosis affect fertility
Mild moderate severe
How is endometriosis diagnosed
How is endometriosis treated
How are assisted reproductive treatments affected by endometriosis
Endometriosis and egg freezing
Endometriosis and IUI
Endometriosis and IVF
Surgery versus IVF
Embryo banking

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: https://loversproducts.com.au/
Instagram: @loversproducts

Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Dr Sylvia Ross

Produced by Jordi Morrison

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.