In this episode Lauren divulges her emotional and extremely difficult path to becoming a mother. Lauren suffers multiple miscarriages and is even told by her fertility specialist "there is nothing more we can do for you". Thankfully, Lauren doesn't stop there and, with the help of a reproductive immunologist in Western Sydney and a ton of medications, prayer and bedrest Lauren is finally able to hold her baby in her arms.

Episode notes:

Dr. Gamal Matthias -  https://www.reproductiveimmunology.com.au/

You can listen to host Laksmi Wilson's story here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/why-does-this-keep-happening-recurrent-miscarriages/id1484930949?i=1000528572349

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In this episode Victoria gives us her hopeful but heartbreaking recount of the 7 pregnancies she has experienced, only 2 of which she holds in her arms today. She attributes the success of her 6th pregnancy (coming after 4 back-to-back losses) as divine timing but also perhaps a result of getting her zinc, iodine and progesterone to a healthy level. Victoria also took a six week break from work and all responsibilities, including hiring a cleaner and getting food delivered after her 4th miscarriage.  She didn't think of herself as the type to have a miscarriage but sees now, "no one is exempt".

You can listen to host Laksmi Wilson's story here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/why-does-this-keep-happening-recurrent-miscarriages/id1484930949?i=1000528572349

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In this episode Kristal opens up about her 10 year saga with ttc, pregnancy and motherhood. Kristal’s journey is fraught with many obstacles, including stage 4 endometriosis, recurrent miscarriage, and failed IVF cycles. Through the many years of trying Kristal birthed 3 babies in between laparoscopies and losses and has now closed this massive chapter of her life with a hysterectomy. This story is one of hope.

Episode Notes:

Maneesh Singh

https://www.goldcoasthealthcare.com/obstetrics-gynaecology/dr-maneesh-singh

Dr. Kee Ong

https://www.goldcoastfertilityspecialist.com.au/

You can listen to host Laksmi Wilson's story here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/why-does-this-keep-happening-recurrent-miscarriages/id1484930949?i=1000528572349

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In this episode Abbey takes us through her arduous road to motherhood including the loss of her beautiful twins, Arlo and Riyo at 22 weeks. She speaks candidly about losing friends in the wake of loss, navigating many difficult emotions including how sad she “should” feel and the unease of returning to her corporate workplace. 

We also get very excited about pregnancy tests and discuss the idea of “everything happens for a reason”. Spoiler alert: neither of us are a fan!

You can listen to host Laksmi Wilson's story here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/why-does-this-keep-happening-recurrent-miscarriages/id1484930949?i=1000528572349

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