Mum of three, including twins, Katie Rollings opens up about the deeply personal journey that led her to found Fertility Action and co-found Fertility Access UK.

After five rounds of IVF and years of emotional strain, Katie turned her lived experience into national advocacy — campaigning to end the postcode lottery in fertility treatment and improve early diagnosis of male subfertility. In January 2025, she took that mission to Parliament alongside MP Andrew Griffith, calling for fair, nationwide access to care.

In this honest and compassionate conversation, we explore infertility, trauma, healing, and why fertility care must be treated not just as a medical issue — but as a fairness issue.

To learn more about Fertility Action, visit https://fertilityaction.org
Follow them on Instagram: @fertility.action

How can babies communicate before they can talk?

In this episode, Emma from Tiny Talk South Manchester explains how baby signing supports early speech and language development, builds confidence, and helps reduce toddler frustration. We discuss common myths about signing, when to start, how to introduce signs at home, and the emotional benefits for both children and parents.

Plus, we talk about the importance of local parent communities and how connection can transform those early years.

Connect with Emma;

Instagram

@tinytalksouthmanchester

This Galentine’s Day, we’re celebrating resilience, reinvention, and the power of women supporting women.

British singer-songwriter and media host Rene Byrd joins us for an honest and uplifting conversation about becoming a first-time mother at 48 through IVF, building a global career across the UK and US, and redefining success on her own terms.

From launching Who Am I Talk during Covid to working across music, luxury, and philanthropy, Rene shares what it means to lead with purpose, show up with intention, and embrace every chapter of life with courage.

This episode is about identity, ambition, faith, friendship, fertility, creativity, and the strength that comes from knowing who you are — at any age and in any season.

Whether you're navigating career, motherhood, reinvention, or simply finding your voice, this conversation is for you.

Connect with Rene:
www.renebyrd.com
Instagram: @renebyrdofficial

And keep an eye out for Rene Byrd London Bags — coming soon.

In this episode, I’m joined by Rachael Robinson, BANT Registered Nutritional Therapist and Registered Associate Nutritionist, to explore how to support your body through fertility treatment, IVF, and early pregnancy.

Rachael shares both her professional insight and personal experience of miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, and IVF — offering a grounded, evidence-informed perspective on nutrient status, stress, environmental factors, and realistic lifestyle support alongside medical care.

We discuss:

• Why nutrient status matters during IVF
• Common gaps people overlook when trying to conceive
• Supplements vs food-first foundations
• Stress, inflammation & hormone balance
• Environmental exposures and fertility
• Pregnancy after IVF or loss
• Letting go of perfection and food guilt

This episode is for anyone navigating fertility treatment, preparing for IVF, or pregnant after loss — and wanting clear, balanced support without overwhelm.

Connect with Rachael

Instagram @rachaelrobinson_fertility

Tracey Britten appeared on This Morning (a British daytime TV show) in a studio interview episode where she talked about becoming Britain’s oldest mother of quadruplets and shared her experiences with hosts including Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Tracey Britten — better known to many as the UK’s oldest mum of quadruplets. At age 50, Tracey defied the enormous odds of late-age pregnancy and IVF to welcome four beautiful children — Grace, Francesca, Fredrica, and George — into the world, making headlines across the UK and beyond. 

Tracey opens up about her decision to pursue fertility treatment in her 50s, the emotional and physical journey of carrying quadruplets, and the challenges of life with four newborns, from endless feeds to sleepless nights. Along the way, she reflects on public reactions — both supportive and critical — and the resilience it takes to follow your heart when society says “too old”. 

We also explore her life since then, including the highs and lows of raising her quads through school years, balancing family life with practical realities, and how becoming a mum again later in life changed her perspective forever. Tracey’s story is one of courage, love, and redefining what motherhood can look like — no matter your age. 

🎧 Whether you’re curious about late motherhood, IVF journeys, or simply love a heartfelt human story, this episode is a must-listen.

Motherhood doesn’t just change our lives — it can quietly reshape our identity, relationships, and sense of self.

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Becky Selbie, founder of (M)otherway Therapy & Coaching, for a thoughtful conversation about the emotional and psychological shifts that come with motherhood.

We explore matrescence, identity change, emotional overwhelm, and why so many mothers feel pressure to “cope” rather than be supported. Becky shares insight into how therapy and coaching can help mothers feel more grounded, understood, and less alone — at every stage of motherhood.

This conversation isn’t about fixing or optimising motherhood. It’s about creating space for honesty, self-compassion, and support — and recognising that caring for the mother matters just as much as caring for the child.

This episode is not medical advice, but an open and compassionate discussion grounded in lived experience and therapeutic insight.

Connect with Becky

Instagram

@_motherway_

www.motherway.co.uk

Birth trauma is more common than many people realise — yet it’s still widely misunderstood and often spoken about in silence.

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Dr Kim Thomas, CEO and media spokesperson for Birth Trauma UK, for a compassionate and clarifying conversation about what birth trauma really is, how it can show up, and why outcomes alone don’t tell the full story.

Kim shares insight from her work supporting women, partners, and families affected by traumatic birth experiences, including postnatal PTSD. We discuss why trauma can coexist with gratitude, why symptoms don’t always appear straight away, and how silence and stigma can delay healing.

This conversation also explores the impact of birth trauma on partners and families, the importance of validation and support — even years later — and what meaningful change in maternity care could look like.

Content note: This episode includes discussion of birth trauma and references to medical experiences, including blood. Listener discretion is advised. Please take care while listening and pause or return at a time that feels right for you.

For any further information please contact the link below;

www.birthtraumaassociation.org

In this episode, we’re joined by Becky, a mum of one and the proud owner of Baby Sparks Cheshire East. Becky shares her passion for baby sensory development, purposeful play, and supporting families during the early months of parenthood. A certified baby massage practitioner and recent winner of The Momentum Maker Award and The Rising Star Award, Becky talks about the impact of sensory play, bonding, and building a supportive community for parents and babies.

Connect with Becky

Instagram

@baby.sparks.cheshire.east

www.babysparks.co.uk

Birth is often talked about in clinical terms — but the emotional experience can be just as powerful, and just as complex.

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Charlotte, The Smart Doula, for an honest conversation about birth support, informed choice, and what it really means to feel held during pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period.

We explore what doulas do (and don’t do), how emotional support can sit alongside medical care, and why advocacy, presence, and trust matter so much during one of life’s most vulnerable transitions.

This conversation also touches on birth expectations, navigating when things don’t go to plan, and supporting families with care — without judgement or pressure.

This episode is not medical advice, but a thoughtful discussion grounded in lived experience, reflection, and compassion.

Connect with Charlotte

Instagram

@the.smart.doula

Amy Howarth is Head of Brand Marketing at The Evewell Clinic and an IVF mum to two daughters, aged seven and four. Her path to motherhood involved six egg collections and five embryo transfers, across NHS and private clinics — giving her deep, lived experience of the realities of fertility treatment.

Before IVF, Amy spent 17 years working in fashion retail marketing. When she began trying to conceive, she set up her own consultancy to create more flexibility and reduce stress during treatment. Alongside this, she became part of the early fertility community on Instagram, building strong connections with others navigating IVF at a time when it was rarely spoken about openly.

Amy began consulting with The Evewell shortly after the clinic opened, bringing together her personal IVF experience and professional expertise in patient-focused communication. She went on to join the team permanently and has spent the past three years working closely with founder Emma to shape a clinic that truly puts patients at the centre of care.

Having experienced treatment from multiple perspectives — patient, advocate, and professional — Amy is passionate about honest conversations, compassionate care, and supporting people through what she remembers as one of the most challenging periods of her life.

Connect with Amy on Instagram

@theevewell