IVF Real Talk

Lucy and Yaelle are back! In their first episode of 2026, the hosts ease back into things with a check-in on where they’ve been.Then, things get a little unhinged.Listeners were asked to send in their most outrageous ,unexpected, and unforgettable fertility moments, and they absolutely delivered. From laugh-out-loud chaos to stories that made everyone pause and take a breath, the hosts read through submissions together and reflect on just how wild, emotional, and unpredictable this journey can be.Some stories are funny.Some are hard.Some are deeply emotional.All of them are a reminder that no one is alone in this.Thank you to everyone who trusted IVF Real Talk with their stories, and welcome back. DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials:https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

For the season finale, and the last episode of the year, we’re looking back at the moments that shaped this season. We chat about the episode we’d delete if we could, the one that almost didn’t make it to air, and what really goes on behind the scenes.A massive thank you to our listeners and sponsors. we’re taking a break and will be back in the new year!DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials:https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jen Edmonds todive deep into stress, nervous system regulation, and the transformative turning points that reshaped her life. Jen opens up about her own fertility journey and the moment she realised stress had completely taken over, the signsshe ignored, and the breakthroughs that sparked her healing.We explore how chronic stress shows up in the body, why somany of us miss the early warning signs, and what nervous system dysregulation really looks like beneath the surface. Jen breaks down the mind–body connection, themyths we need to let go of, and the simple daily tools anyone can use to regulate their system and rebuild calm.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or constantly insurvival mode, this episode is for you.Links below;Register here for Jens free series in January; www.elementpilatesyoga.com/waitlistWhere you can find Jen;Https://www.elementpilatesyoga.com/ Https://www.instagram.com/jen.elementpilatesyoga/ Https://www.tiktok.com/@elementpilatesandyoga Jen’s podcast; Your Journey toFertility | Podcast on SpotifyDISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences.IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials:https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

We asked Dr Charley to take us through every part of his day, yes, including how many coffees he needs to survive it.He tells us when he starts, when he finishes, whether lunch is a myth, and all the chaos that happens behind the scenes of fertility care. It’s the nitty-gritty no one ever talks about, and it’ll make you appreciate your specialist even more.DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials:https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, Lucy and Yaelle look at the fourth trimester and what those early weeks were really like from recovering after birth, getting the hang of feeding, adjusting to life at home, and working out new routines. We share what helped, what surprised us, and how we found our way through those first days of becoming mums.Trigger warning: This series includes discussions about successful IVF cycles, pregnancy, birth, and parenting. If you’re still in the thick of treatment or navigating loss, you may wish to come back when it feels right for you.

Ainara joins us to share her powerful story of being denied IVF in Ireland solely because she is HIV positive, a decision rooted in outdated laws, not modern science. We unpack the misconceptions, the medical truths, and the emotional toll of being told she cannot access fertility treatment in her own country. This episode shines a light on stigma, inequality, and the reality for people living with HIV who simply want the chance to build a family.Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail your preconception with OvaGold Shop here: https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold and follow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi 

Today we’re diving into the comments, advice and unwanted opinions every couple trying to conceive seems to collect. From the classic “just relax” to annoying advice, oversharing success stories, and those deeply intrusive questions, we’ve heard it all.We share our own experiences, what we wish we said in the moment, and the ultimate trio of responses we’ve crafted: a nice reply, a deflective reply, and a straight-up savage reply for when you’ve had enough.Whether you need validation, empowerment, or the perfect clapback for your aunt at Christmas, this is your episode.DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place in Australia.IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials:https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

This episode is your ultimate guide to preconception health, what it really means, when to start preparing, and how to get your body (and mind!) ready.We’re joined by Dr Hector Georgiou, Fertility Specialist from Melbourne IVF, to break down everything you should know before trying to conceive. We cover it all: from key health areas like nutrition, sleep, and exercise, to fertility testing, sperm health, and managing medical conditions before you start trying.Plus, we dive into AMH testing, mental wellbeing, and the honest truths every hopeful parent should know before beginning their fertility journey.This episode is proudly sponsored by Melbourne IVFLinks:This episode is proudly sponsored by ⁠Melbourne IVF: Victoria's Leading Fertility & IVF Specialists⁠Dr Hector’s website  ⁠Home - Dr. Hector Georgiou - Fertility Specialist⁠Socials: ⁠Dr Hector Georgiou (@dr.hector.georgiou) • Instagram photos and videos⁠⁠Dr Hector Georgiou : Find an Expert : The University of Melbourne⁠DISCLAIMER: Please refer to your medical professional for medical advice. This podcast is based on individual personal experiences.

Lucy and Yaelle are diving into all the trickyquestions and real-life scenarios, from leftover embryos and untestable ones, to navigating pregnancy after miscarriage, ovulation induction, and so much more. No topic is off-limits. DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medicalprofessional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place in Australia.

Get ready, this one’s a big one! We’re joined by Dr Lynn Burmeister, the fertility queen herself and founder of  No.1 Fertility, for one of our spiciest and most insightful episodes yet. Dr Lynn doesn’t hold back as we dive into what’s trending in IVF treatments, how to boost sperm health, why perfectly normal embryos sometimes don’t implant, and the growing role of holistic therapies. Real talk, expert tips, and plenty of truth bombs, this is an episode every fertility warrior needs to hear.Dr Lynn’s Socials: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/fertility_queen_dr_burmeister/⁠⁠⁠⁠No.1Fertility - Fertility Clinic (@no1fertility) • Instagram photos and videos⁠⁠No1 fertility website : ⁠⁠Expert Fertility Specialists-Fertility Expert Dr Lynn Burmeister⁠⁠DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place in Australia.IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠

In this mini-series, Our Success IVF Transfers, Lucy and Yaelle open up about the transfer that finally worked. From the lead-up and the emotions leading into the day, to the mindset they carried and the quiet moments of hope,they share it all. Did it feel like it was going to be the one? Maybe. This episode captures the anticipation, the rituals, and the energy of the day that changed everythingTrigger warning: This series includes discussions about successful IVF cycles, pregnancy, birth, and parenting. If you’re still in the thick of treatment or navigating loss, you may wish to come back when it feels right for you.

Courtney joins the podcast to open up about the many layers of her fertility journey. What began with her husband’s male factor infertility diagnosis quickly became more complex when Courtney discovered she had PCOS while preparing for IVF. The process wasn’t easy, she experienced OHSS and the physical and emotional toll that comes with it, but against all odds, their very first IVF cycle brought success.Now on the other side of treatment, Courtney has found her voice and is passionate about sharing her story to support others walking a similar path. She has also turned her experiences into something beautiful by writing children’s books, using creativity to bring hope, comfort, and encouragement to families everywhere.Check out Courtneys website here: ArrowheadTales arrowheadtales Custom IVF,donor, booksDISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place in Australia.IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail your preconception with OvaGold Shop here: https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold and follow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi Use the codeIVF10 for $10 off your first order.Welcome to Our Mini Miracle Series, where Lucy and Yaelle open up about the IVF cycles that finally worked. In this first episode, they share the emotional and unfiltered truth behind their successful egg collections, what they did, how they felt, and the moments that led them here.This series takes you all the way from those early steps towhere they are today, and everything in between. Lucy and Yaelle reflect on the highs, lows, and deeply personal moments from their years of TTC and IVF.Trigger warning: This series includes discussions about successful IVF cycles, pregnancy, birth, and parenting. If you’re still in the thick of treatment or navigating loss, you may wish to come back when it feels right for you.

Lucy and Yaelle get real about all the things no one tells you before starting IVF, what appointments and medications are really like, the truths that surprised them the most, and the mental load it takes on your body and relationships. This is the episode they wish they had before their first cycle.DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place in Australia.IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

Trish joins us right in the thick of her IVF journey to share what it’s really like when things don’t go as planned. From not responding well to medications, to facing the emotional rollercoaster of low egg numbers and embryo attrition, Trish opens up about the mental game it takes to keep going. She also talks about her dream of one day having two children, the challenge of balancing IVF with work, and the frustration of not getting many clear answers. DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place around the world.IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

Alyce returns to the podcast to share the next chapter of her journey with honesty and courage. This time, she opens up about facing a hysteroscopy and what led her to make the deeply personal decision to give her embryos up for adoption.Together, we talk through the emotions, the hopes, and the heart behind these choices. Alyce’s story is one of resilience, selflessness, and love, a reminder that every fertility journey looks different, and every decision carries its own meaning.  DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This specific episode is relating to fertility treatments and medical procedures taken place around the world.IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we sit down with Bianca Jade, a TV host and wellness personality from New York, who is courageously in the midst of her fertility journey.Bianca opens up about freezing her eggs in her late 30s, experiencing two natural pregnancies that sadly ended in miscarriage in her mid-40s, and going through one IUI and three IVF transfers, with one precious embryo still remaining. She shares what it’s like to be so open about such a personal experience with her platform, the emotional toll, and the hard truths that often go unspoken. We also talk about how, in fertility, plans so often don’t go to plan, yet you still have to find the strength to keep planning the next steps.Bianca discusses the immune protocol she’s currently on, the surprising doctor-approved step she’s added to her treatment, and how she continues to hold on to hope while exploring donor eggs.Through it all, we had a warm, fun, and truly inspiring conversation with Bianca, one that will leave you feeling seen, uplifted, and reminded of the strength it takes to keep moving forward.Connect with Bianca here; Bianca Jade / Mizzfit.com (@biancajade) • Instagram photos and videosBianca's fertility clinic Manhattan IVF Fertility Clinic | NYC Fertility Doctor | Fairfield County Fertility Center | ConnecticutDr Merhi and Dr MarcoRejuvenating Fertility Center (@rejuvenatingfertilitycenter) • Instagram photos and videos

Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail yourpreconception with OvaGold Shop here: https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold andfollow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi Use the codeIVF10 for $10 off your first order.Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes of your IVF journey? In this episode, we sit down with Jordan, an experienced IVF nurse manager, who walks us through the most common questions and concerns patientshave. Jordan shares practical injection tips, explains what to doif you’re running late for your egg collection or embryo transfer, and sheds light on how nurses support and guide patients through what can often feel like an overwhelming process.We also talk about the things every patient should know before starting treatment, from managing expectations to understanding the emotional side of IVF. Whether you’re justbeginning your fertility journey or already in the middle of treatment, this episode is packed with advice, reassurance, and insights from the perspective of the nurses who are right there with you every step of the way.  Jordan is a Nurse Unit Manager at Adora Fertility, a privateclinic providing specialist-led fertility care with a focus on affordability and accessibility. IVF &Fertility Clinics | Adora FertilityDISCLAIMER: Please refer to your medical professionalfor medical advice. This podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This podcast relates to fertility treatments and medical procedures availablearound the world.

Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail your preconception with OvaGold Shop here: https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold and follow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi Use the code IVF10 for $10 off your first order.Choosing an IVF specialist can feel overwhelming, after all, you’re not just picking a doctor, you’re choosing someone to guide you through one of the most emotional and life-changing journeys you may ever take.In this episode, Lucy and Yaelle break down what they learnt from choosing their first doctor and what changed and lead them to their new specialist . They speak about the questions to ask before committing, what red flags they looked out for and how to know if a clinic’s approach aligns with your needs and values. From bedside manner to success rates, and everything in between. YourIVFSuccessDISCLAIMER: Please refer to your medical professional for medical advice. This podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This episode specifically relates to fertility treatments and medical procedures available around the world.IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials:InstagramTikTokEmail: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

Fertility rates for women over 40 have nearly doubled in the last 30 years, but age is still the biggest factor when it comes to conception. In this episode, Dr Joseph Sgroi unpacks how fertility really changes over time, the role of lifestyle, and what women should know if they’re planning children later in life. We also dive into egg freezing, Australia’s new egg freezing calculator, the truth behind celebrity pregnancies, and why IVF age limits exist. It’s a practical, honest conversation about fertility, choice, and the future of parenthood.Links:Egg Freezing Calculator: eggfreezingaustralia.com.auThis episode is proudly sponsored by Melbourne IVF: mivf.com.au | IG: @melbourneivf_official |FB: facebook.com/MelbourneIVFFind Dr Joseph Sgroi here: @drjosephsgroiDISCLAIMER: Please refer to your medical professional for medical advice. This podcast is based on individual personal experiences. This episode specifically relates to fertility treatments and medical procedures available around the world.IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials:InstagramTikTokEmail: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com