The Space Between Two Lines

In this deeply informative and resilient episode of The Space Between Two Lines, Alex sits down with Carolina, who shares her intense multi-year journey through secondary infertility. After a "streamlined" first pregnancy during the 2020 lockdown, Carolina was blindsided by the complexities of conceiving her second child. Her story traverses the "revolving door" of emergency departments, the emotional weight of three consecutive miscarriages—including a twin pregnancy—and the eventual discovery of a rare genetic factor. This conversation is a masterclass in medical self-advocacy, exploring how Carolina transitioned from the public health system to advanced IVF protocols to finally find the answers she needed.

We invite you to listen to this incredibly brave account of persistence and medical discovery. If Carolina’s journey through the "trenches" of recurrent loss resonates with you, please subscribe and follow The Space Between Two Lines. Your support helps us continue to share these vital stories, ensuring no one has to navigate the space between those two lines alone.

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In this inspiring bonus episode of The Space Between Two Lines, host Alex Saunders sits down with Josh, a builder from Brisbane (originally from Canberra), who recently completed a grueling 53km ultramarathon to raise awareness for low-cost IVF treatment. Josh shares a rare and vital male perspective on the emotional toll of being the "passenger" during IVF, the physical "brunt work" carried by his wife, Alice, and how he turned his experience into a powerful campaign for change.

Support the Cause: Donations to Josh’s campaign for Adora Fertility patients remain open until World IVF Day on July 25th with the link:

⁠https://runningforawareness.squarespace.com⁠

We invite you to listen to this incredibly honest conversation about the grit and grace it takes to build a family. If Josh’s story of advocacy and resilience resonates with you, please subscribe and follow The Space Between Two Lines. Your support helps us ensure that every perspective of the fertility journey—including the vital voices of fathers—is heard and honored.

In this empowering and deeply resonant episode of The Space Between Two Lines, Alex welcomes Reema Kiran, a Single Mom by Choice (SMC), fertility coach, and author, to share her remarkable path to parenthood. After a long-term relationship ended in her late 20s, Reema faced the reality of her biological clock at age 35 and made the courageous decision to prioritize motherhood over waiting for the "perfect" partner. Her journey through the fertility "trenches" was marked by the disappointment of low-yield egg freezing, six unsuccessful IUIs, and a devastating IVF cycle with no viable embryos. Now a mother to a thriving daughter, Reema discusses the mental resilience required to pursue this path alone, navigating cultural expectations as an Indian-Canadian woman, and how she now empowers other career women to stop compromising on their motherhood dreams.

About Our Guest: Reema Kiran is a Professional Certified Coach and the author of Choice Mom: An Empowering Guide to Becoming a Single Mother by Choice. As an Indian-Canadian woman, she brings deep empathy and familiarity with diverse cultural sensitivities to her work, ensuring no woman has to navigate the path to solo motherhood alone.

Connect with Reema:

• Website: www.choicemomcoach.com
• Instagram: @choicemomcoach
• Purchase the Book: Choice Mom on Amazon
• Work with Reema: Book a Free 30min Call

Join us for this moving account of resilience and self-reliance. If Reema’s story of creating a family in her own way resonates with you, please subscribe and follow The Space Between Two Lines. Your support helps us ensure that every story—from every perspective—is seen and honored.

If you want to share your story with us in this podcast, visit our website to register: https://www.twolines.space/register.

In this deeply moving episode of The Space Between Two Lines, Alex speaks with Jade, a 35-year-old from Sydney, who shares her raw and resilient 3.5-year path to motherhood. Jade’s journey highlights the complexities of navigating male factor infertility following a ten-year vasectomy, the physical toll of high-dose IVF protocols, and the heartbreaking reality of a late-term medical diagnosis. After a 30-week pregnancy ended in the stillbirth of her son, Hugo, Jade discusses the "thick fog" of grief and the profound healing she found through donating her breast milk in his honor. This conversation is a testament to the strength required to survive the "trenches" of fertility and the courage to keep moving toward the hope of a future family. 

Connect with Support Resources:

• Bears of Hope: Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support
• Red Nose Australia: Grief and Loss Support

We invite you to listen to Jade’s incredibly brave and vital account of persistence. If this conversation resonates with you or could offer comfort to a loved one, please subscribe and follow The Space Between Two Lines. By joining our community, you help ensure that these essential stories of loss, love, and "grit" reach those who need them most.

If you want to share your story with us in this podcast, visit our website to register: https://www.twolines.space/register.

In this deeply relatable episode of The Space Between Two Lines, Alex sits down with Tamara, a 39-year-old hairdresser from Brisbane, Queensland, who shares the stark contrast between her first pregnancy and her current 2.5-year battle with secondary infertility. Tamara offers a raw look at being blindsided by a large uterine fibroid, navigating the "numbing" reality of low ovarian reserve, and the resilience required to face multiple cancelled IVF cycles. This conversation is a masterclass in medical self-advocacy, exploring how Tamara utilized both public and private systems in Brisbane and used platforms like TikTok to find the information her specialists initially overlooked.

We invite you to listen to this incredibly honest account of persistence and the beauty of a family still in the making. If Tamara’s story of "only needing one" resonates with you, please subscribe and follow The Space Between Two Lines. Your support helps us ensure that every journey—no matter how many hurdles it takes—is seen, understood, and honored.

If you want to share your story with us in this podcast, visit our website to register: https://www.twolines.space/register.

In this incredibly powerful and wide-ranging episode of The Space Between Two Lines, Alex sits down with Jess Jones (known online as Jessica Lucie), a psychic medium and HR professional from Perth, Western Australia. Jess shares her complex six-year fertility journey, which includes three rounds of IVF, six transfers, and the devastating discovery of Stage 4 silent endometriosis. From navigating the trauma of an ectopic pregnancy to advocating for herself against medical malpractice, Jess’s story is a masterclass in resilience. She discusses how she shifted from a "resentful mindset" to finding healing through spirituality and energy work, ultimately supporting other women in finding "the magic" even amidst the heartache of infertility.

We invite you to listen to this deeply moving account of finding light in the darkest chapters of infertility. If Jess’s journey of transformation resonates with you, please subscribe and follow The Space Between Two Lines to join our community of shared stories and support. Every story matters, and by following, you help ensure these vital conversations reach the women who need them most.

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 Connect with Jess Jones (Jessica Lucie):

◦Website: www.jessicaalucie.com.au

◦TikTok: @jessicaalucie

◦Instagram: @jessicaa.lucie

If you want to share your story with us in this podcast, visit our website to register: https://www.twolines.space/register.

In this heart-opening episode of The Space Between Two Lines, Alex welcomes Alex Brown, a 33-year-old business owner from Wollongong, New South Wales, to share her decade-long journey to motherhood. From navigating a PCOS diagnosis at just 17 to enduring five years of "unexplained" waiting after a heartbreaking early miscarriage, Alex’s story is a powerful testament to the "one day at a time" mindset. Now navigating the complexities of secondary infertility and the physical toll of OHSS (Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome) during her second IVF round, Alex offers a raw look at medical self-advocacy, the "science-y" reality of bulk-billed clinics, and finding resilience in the space between transfers

We invite you to listen to this incredibly honest account of persistence and hope. If Alex’s journey through the "trenches" of fertility resonates with you, please subscribe and follow The Space Between Two Lines to join our community. Your support helps us ensure that every story of resilience is heard and honored.

If you want to share your story with us in this podcast, visit our website to register: https://www.twolines.space/register.

In this remarkable episode of The Space Between Two Lines, Alex sits down with Sarah, a mother of five from Geelong, Victoria, whose journey to parenthood spans over a decade of scientific intervention and one life-changing surprise. Sarah opens up about starting her fertility journey at just 26 years old, facing the dual challenges of PCOS and male factor infertility, and enduring 10 embryo transfers before welcoming her first child. This conversation is a deep dive into the "science experiment" of IVF, the physical toll of high egg yields, and the incredible reality of conceiving naturally at age 40 after 17 total IVF transfers. Whether you are in the "trenches" of your first cycle or navigating the complexities of a large family, Sarah’s story offers a masterclass in resilience, advocacy, and finding hope in the unexpected.

We invite you to listen to this incredibly honest account of one woman’s path to a family of seven. If Sarah’s story of resilience resonates with you, please subscribe and follow The Space Between Two Lines to join our community. Your support helps us continue to share these vital stories, ensuring that no one has to navigate the space between those two lines alone.

If you want to share your story with us in this podcast, visit our website to register: https://www.twolines.space/register.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains detailed discussions of second trimester pregnancy loss and medical trauma which may be distressing for some listeners.

In this profoundly moving episode of The Space Between Two Lines, Alex sits down with Alyce, a teacher and mother from the Gold Coast, Queensland, who shares her extraordinary journey through the highs and lows of building a family. From a surprise first pregnancy that ended in a traumatic 33-week emergency delivery to navigating the complex "trenches" of recurrent pregnancy loss, incompetent cervix, and rare medical diagnoses, Alyce’s story is a masterclass in medical self-advocacy. This conversation explores the invisible weight of grief, the resilience required to keep moving forward, and the importance of finding a medical team that truly listens.

Join us for this essential conversation on resilience and the strength of the human spirit. If Alyce’s story resonates with you, we invite you to listen to the full episode and follow the podcast to stay connected with our community of shared stories and support. Every journey matter, and by following, you help ensure these vital conversations reach those who need them most.

If you want to share your story with us in this podcast, visit our website to register: https://www.twolines.space/register.

In this intimate and deeply reflective episode of The Space Between Two Lines, Alex sits down with Rosie to explore the emotional and physical complexities of navigating pregnancy after infertility. Following a journey marked by significant challenges, Alex provides a heartfelt update on how her current pregnancy has progressed and shares her thoughts on her upcoming birth. She also takes a poignant look back at Ollie’s birth, offering a raw perspective on how past experiences shape the way we approach new life. This conversation is a vital resource for anyone seeking to understand the intersection of grief and hope as they move through the "trenches" of a subsequent pregnancy.

We invite you to listen to this incredibly honest account of hope, resilience, and the beauty of a new beginning. If Rosie’s story resonates with you or could offer comfort to someone you know, please subscribe and follow The Space Between Two Lines. Your support helps us continue to create a space where every story is seen, understood, and honored.

If you want to share your story with us in this podcast, visit our website to register: https://www.twolines.space/register.