The Fertility Podcast is back with Big News: The Fertility Podcast Joins Forces with Fertility Action!

Welcome to the first episode in our brand new series of The Fertility Podcast, it's Natalie and I’m so excited to be back behind the mic and even more thrilled to share that this season, we’re doing something special. I’ve teamed up with Fertility Action, a new charity doing vital work to improve access to fertility support and treatment. 

In this episode, I’m joined by the inspiring Katie Rowlings, the founder of Fertility Action.

Katie shares her deeply personal story seven years, five rounds of IVF, the trauma, the heartbreak, the hope and what led her to launch a charity during Fertility Week.

We also talk about the bigger picture: how we can create fairer access to treatment, build better support networks, and make sure no one feels alone on this path. 

Here's what we talked about: 

• Katie’s raw and honest account of her fertility journey, including the emotional and physical toll 
• Why she founded Fertility Action and the real change it's already creating 
• How the charity is tackling the postcode lottery in NHS fertility access 
• The incredible power of community, and how support groups (for both women and men) are helping people feel less alone 
• Why psychological safety and trauma informed support are at the heart of everything they do 
• The importance of involving medical experts and how some of the best in the field are backing the charity 
• Tips for attending the Fertility Show without feeling overwhelmed 
• And the exciting news: The Fertility Podcast is now the official podcast of Fertility Action 🎉 

A Huge Thank You to Katie 

Katie’s passion is infectious. Her drive to turn pain into purpose is exactly what our community needs right now. If her story resonated with you—or if you know someone who could use this kind of support please share this episode. 

Let’s Stay Connected 

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🌐 Follow @fertilityaction for updates and support 

🖥 Check out their free weekly support groups and downloadable advocacy tools at fertilityaction.org  and you can sign up for the support right here

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A Word From Our Sponsor – Proceive 

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Thanks for listening. I’ve got a really good feeling about this new chapter and I hope you’ll stick with me as we keep sharing stories, raising awareness, and doing what we can to support each other through this journey. 💜