Fertility in Focus by Fertility Matters Canada

The journey to parenthood is one filled with hope, heartache, and unexpected twists and turns - and for those experiencing fertility struggles, the road can be an emotional rollercoaster. Fertility Matters Canada is proud to present a new podcast that explores the complex and often emotional journey of fertility. Hosted by Carolynn Dubé, Executive Director of Fertility Matters Canada, our show features informative interviews with leading fertility specialists and heartfelt stories from real people who have experienced the highs and lows of trying to conceive. Whether you're facing fertility challenges yourself or simply interested in learning more about this important and often misunderstood aspect of reproductive health, Fertility in Focus provides a safe and supportive space for listeners to engage, reflect, and be inspired. Join us as we bring Fertility in Focus.

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Episodes

Fertility and Intimacy: How to Keep the Spark With Chiemi Rajamahendran

Send us a text This week, we're talking about intimacy as a couple during fertility treatment. In this episode on Fertility in Focus, Carolynn Dubé is joined by Miss. Conception Coach, Chiemi Rajamahendran, to talk about how intimacy can change during treatment, and what you can do to normalize those changes. Chiemi shares her tips for creating spaces for intimacy throughout the process of infertility treatment and feeling connected together as a couple. She provides insights on how couples can ...

Apr 04, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Pelvic Floor Health and Your Fertility With Kim Vopni

Send us a text In this week's episode, Carolynn has an in-depth discussion with the self-professed kegel maven herself, The Vagina Coach , Kim Vopni, about the pelvic floor and how it impacts fertility. Kim is a certified fitness professional who became passionate about spreading information on pelvic health after the birth of her first child over 18 years ago. In this episode, Kim walks us through how the pelvic floor plays a critical role in our fertility and how we can strengthen our pelvic f...

Mar 28, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Men And Infertility: The Silent Struggle With Jon Summers

Send us a text In this week's episode, Carolynn sits down with The Infertility Man himself, Jon Summers, to discuss the male experience of infertility. After having testicular cancer, Jon believed he could never have biological children. With his partner, Laura, he embarked on a fertility journey that included 15 IVF cycles, 2 sperm retrieval surgeries, and thousands of injections. He discusses how he overcame the toxic masculinity that has permeated throughout our society and how he developed t...

Mar 21, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Navigating Burnout on Your Fertility Journey With Dr. Ashley Margeson

Send us a text In this week’s episode, Carolynn Dubé sits down with Dr. Ashley Margeson, a Naturopathic Doctor who is obsessed with hormones and the role they play in our lives. In their discussion, they dive into how burnout plays a role in fertility journeys. Dr. Margeson shares her expertise around where burnout comes from, how to identify it, and how to regulate it. If you’re trying to conceive or have been trying for some time without success, this episode is for you! More About Dr. Ashley ...

Mar 14, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Should I Freeze My Eggs? With Dr. Prati Sharma

Send us a text In this episode, we are honoured to have Reproductive Endocrinologist and Fertility Specialist, Dr. Prati Sharma, join us on Fertility in Focus to discuss fertility preservation. The topic of fertility preservation is a sensitive one that can be hard to discuss, but Dr. Sharma is an expert in the field who has been helping people navigate their fertility options for years. She shares her expertise and tells us why she became a fertility doctor and her personal journey with fertili...

Mar 06, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Living Childfree Not By Choice With Teri Hart

Send us a text In this episode, we're joined by Canadian entertainment reporter, producer, content creator, and public speaking coach, Teri Hart . In this discussion, Teri shares her six-year journey with infertility, including her experience with five miscarriages and the multiple routes she took to try to start a family. Today, she's "proudly an infertile woman" who lives child-free not by choice, all while advocating for fertility access and support. More specifically, Teri explains her take ...

Mar 06, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Welcome to Fertility in Focus!

Send us a text Welcome to Fertility in Focus by Fertility Matters Canada! In this week’s episode, you will meet our Host, Carolynn Dubé, the Executive Director of Fertility Matters Canada (FMC) . FMC is the leading national patient-focused organization providing free support, public education, and advocacy for equitable access to fertility care in Canada. Whether you are considering your future fertility, are currently on a fertility journey, are facing childlessness after infertility, have expe...

Mar 03, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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