Welcome to season 2 of Up The Duff podcast, with host Brittany Darling. Up The Duff is a podcast for fertility seekers and those that are curious about procreation.

In season one, we explored a wide range of real life fertility journeys and navigated what it means to advocate for yourself on this sometimes bumpy road to parenthood. As we dive into season two, we're taking your questions to the most frequently requested fertility experts in the field. Join us weekly as we explore egg freezing, the two-week wait, implantation, male factor infertility, AMH and the latest science around antioxidants. We can't wait to share these incredible episodes with you, so let's dive in.

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In this episode of Up the Duff, host Brittany Darling speaks with Anna Lahey, founder of Vida Glow and a mother of four, about her experience with secondary infertility. Anna shares her journey of feeling her family was incomplete and her determination to have more children despite being told she would never conceive on her own. Listeners are advised that the episode discusses miscarriage. Tune in to hear Anna's inspiring story of surrendering to the process and ultimately achieving her dream of expanding her family.

In this episode you'll discover:

[00:00:38] Navigating secondary infertility.

[00:04:15] Cycle tracking and fertility journey.

[00:09:41] The loneliness of IVF clinics.

[00:12:14] Fertility and cycle awareness.

[00:17:29] Beatrice was a surprise.

[00:22:03] Emotional toll of miscarriage.

[00:26:06] Miscarriages and gender reveal party.

[00:30:01] Miscarriages and resilience.

[00:35:47] The struggle to let go.

[00:39:09] The financial costs of fertility treatment.

[00:42:40] Endometritis and fertility.

[00:50:13] Special care in the hospital.

[00:52:25] Traumatic experiences after birth.

[00:55:16] Mastitis and breastfeeding challenges.

[01:01:20] Feeding your baby experience.

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On this episode of Up the Duff, we explore the topic of egg freezing. Kimberly shares her personal journey of deciding to freeze her eggs at the age of 35 after a breakup. We discuss the fears and uncertainties surrounding fertility and the psychological benefits of having a backup plan. We also learn that there has been a significant rise in egg freezing in Australia, but only a small percentage of people actually use their frozen eggs. Stay tuned to find out if Kimberly ultimately uses her eggs to conceive a baby in her 40s. Join us as we delve into the pros and cons of egg freezing and hear firsthand experiences.

In this episode you'll discover:

[00:00:29] Egg freezing.

[00:05:28] Hormonal side effects of egg freezing.

[00:09:48] Pros and cons of the process.

[00:15:58] Natural pregnancy after endometriosis.

[00:17:11] Facebook group and continued conversation.

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In this episode of Up the Duff, we chat with Keira Rumble, founder of Habitual Beauty, Krumbled Foods, and Mini and Me. Keira shares her fertility journey, including her struggles with IVF, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, and pregnancy guilt. We discuss her experiences with chronic pain and the challenges she faced in becoming a parent. If you're in need of inspiration and motivation to advocate for yourself, this episode is for you. Join us as we dive into Keira's incredible story.

In this episode you'll discover:

[00:01:08] Pregnancy and chronic pain.

[00:05:14] Advocating for self-advocacy.

[00:08:29] The importance of sharing personal stories.

[00:13:19] Trying fatigue and IVF.

[00:16:07] Genetic blood clotting condition.

[00:19:14] Egg retrieval pain.

[00:25:48] Pregnancy challenges and complications.

[00:28:22] Missing moments of motherhood.

[00:31:01] Egg quality and fertility.

[00:35:13] Creating a beneficial pregnancy drink.

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In this episode of Up The Duff, we are joined by Jaci Armstrong, a woman who sought fertility treatment for social reasons. Jaci, who is vision impaired, shares her journey of conceiving her baby Eloise at the age of 43. We discuss the challenges she faced and explore ways to improve accessibility in the medical community for individuals with disabilities. Join us as we dive into Jaci's inspiring story and discuss the importance of inclusive fertility treatment.

In this episode you'll discover:

[00:01:34] Navigating fertility treatment with disabilities.

[00:03:57] Vision impairment and guide dogs.

[00:09:26] Number of embryo transfers.

[00:13:54] Access to information for disabilities.

[00:14:45] Guide dogs being welcomed.

[00:19:04] Navigating parenting with a disability.

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In this episode of Up the Duff, we speak to Melissa Hemsley about her fertility journey and the challenges she faced along the way. Melissa opens up about her surprise diagnosis of generalised anxiety disorder and ADHD, and how it impacted her path to parenthood. She also discusses her struggles with anxiety during early pregnancy and the support she received following her miscarriages. Melissa's strength, resilience and bubbly personality shines through as she shares both the highs and lows of her journey. Tune in to hear her story and gain insights on mindset and resilience in the face of fertility struggles.

In this episode you'll discover:

[00:01:32] Melissa's fertility journey.

[00:05:03] Weird pregnancy aversions

[00:09:10] The loss of the babies.

[00:12:23] Miscarriage and surgery.

[00:17:13] Coming home to yourself.

[00:21:17] Sacred rituals after childbirth.

[00:26:49] The village and support.

[00:31:07] ADHD and fertility.

[00:33:13] Research and self-care tips.

[00:37:10] Involving partner in fertility journey.

[00:40:26] Facebook group and community.

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In this episode of Up The Duff, Laura Devine shares her fertility journey, which includes experiencing premature ovarian failure and her partner's male factor infertility. Despite the challenges, Laura's story is one of hope and resilience. Tune in to hear how she navigates the bumpy road to parenthood and defies the odds of infertility.

In this episode you'll discover:

[00:01:30] Sharing fertility journey through podcast.

[00:06:51] Semen analysis on Adam.

[00:09:27] Fertility struggles and diagnosis.

[00:14:10] IVF treatment delays.

[00:18:24] First egg retrieval.

[00:22:07] Pregnancy complications and loss.

[00:26:21] Pregnancy loss and perseverance.

[00:31:01] Changing fertility specialists.

[00:35:14] Struggles with fertility and infertility.

[00:42:05] Male infertility stigma and communication.

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In this episode of Up the Duff, host Brittany Darling interviews Sean Szeps, the original DILF and father of boy-girl twins. Sean shares his journey to becoming a father with his partner, Josh, via surrogacy. They discuss Sean's early desire to be a parent and how he became obsessed with the idea as a young child. Tune in to hear Sean's inspiring story and learn more about his new book, "Not Like Other Dads."

In this episode you'll discover:

[00:01:32] Always wanted to be a parent.

[00:03:39] Lying to live a lie.

[00:09:24] Surrogacy and egg donation.

[00:10:46] Surrogacy agency marketing material.

[00:15:37] Placental abruption specialist

[00:18:01] Early days with twins.

[00:20:18] The power of the first second.

[00:24:00] Parenting in a new country.

[00:28:00] Mental health struggles and escape.

[00:30:00] Men's mental health stigma.

[00:33:28] Men's struggle with mental health.

[00:36:28] Queer parenting and community.

[00:39:36] Facebook group and continued conversation.

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Welcome to Up The Duff, a podcast that highlights the experiences and challenges faced by fertility seekers. The guests share their journeys of coping with loss and grief, overcoming societal judgment, and navigating the emotional rollercoaster of trying to conceive. With inspiring stories of resilience and hope, season one offers relatable content for anyone on a similar path. Tune in to hear personal accounts of triumph and the power of never giving up. Don't forget to share your favourite episodes with friends and leave a review to support the show!

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