WE DIVE INTO the topic of Single Motherhood by Choice. WE GO DEEP with Fertility Specialist Dr Raelia Lew. Raelia OPENS UP about how a single woman can go about having a child and creating a family. Are you single and want to be a mother? We discuss: - egg freezing - donor sperm and how to use it - egg donation - adoption - fostering Women share their experiences about being single mothers by choice. Connect with Dr Raelia Lew:Website:www.womenshealthmelbourne.com.auInstagram: drraelialewPodcast...
Jun 14, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 20
WE DIVE INTO the topic of extracting sperm from testicles post vasectomy. WE GO DEEP with City Fertility Specialist Dr Helen Peric. Helen OPENS UP about this commonly performed medical procedure, why and how it’s done. What can the man and a couple going through this expect? How can a testicular sperm extraction be performed? How does a man prepare for this? Can anything go wrong? We discuss an interesting case of a young transgender person, tucking and sperm extraction. Connect with Dr Helen Pe...
Jun 07, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 19
WE DIVE INTO the topic of Pornography Addiction. WE GO DEEP with Dimitri Douchin. Dimitri OPENS UP about his personal addiction to pornography and how he kicked the addiction. He shares his why - why does he now help other men heal from this common problem ? Dimitri is generous with sharing his lived experience of being addicted to pornography. He takes us on a journey from his childhood in France to manhood in Australia.He talks about the differences between Australian men and French men, how d...
May 31, 2020•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 18
WE DIVE INTO the topic of Weight Loss and Meal replacements. WE GO DEEP with Glennis Winnett the woman behind the business Formulite. Glennis OPENS UP about how and why she created a product that helps people lose weight and maintain a healthy body weight. Why does Formulite include Lupin in their product range? How can we use meal replacements? Can anyone use them? What role do they play in weight loss surgery? Formulite Links & Contact Information Website: www.formulite.com.au Email: info@...
May 24, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 17
WE DIVE INTO the topic of Naturopathy. WE GO DEEP with Naturopath Amanda Haberecht. Amanda OPENS UP about the many ways a naturopath can help couples conceive. How she can help improve a man’s sperm count, support a woman’s progesterone levels; the role of certain vitamins, minerals and herbs in hormone health. The importance of reviewing both the male and female in preconception care and infertility. Vit B6 and Zinc – how important are they in women’s health? Herbs used in progesterone producti...
May 17, 2020•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 16
WE DIVE INTO the topic of genetic counselling. WE GO DEEP with Sydney based genetic counsellor Mona Saleh. Mona OPENS UP about her role as a genetics counsellor, what her work involves and how she helps people and their families across a wide range of genetic issues. What can happen if two people, who are related such as first cousins, have a child? What can this mean for their offspring? Is the child more likely to have genetic issues? This and more. Resources: NSW Health's Centre for Genetics ...
May 10, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 15
WE DIVE INTO the topic of the combined oral contraceptive pill. WE GO DEEP with Stefanie Valakas, Dietician who OPENS UP about her personal experiences of taking the pill. Stefanie shines a light on how the pill can cause nutrient deficiencies. Nutrient deficiencies can involve: ZincMagnesiumSeleniumB group vitamins Why you should wait for at least 3 months to get pregnant after coming off the pill. The combined oral contraceptive and inflammatory bowel disease Effects of oral contraceptives on ...
May 03, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 14
WE DIVE INTO the topic of Medicinal Cannabis. WE GO DEEP with lead researcher Justin Sinclair. Justin OPENS UP about the Cannabis plant, its history, pharmacological actions and varied, widespread uses. He also talks about his developing PhD research looking into Cannabis and endometriosis. We discuss: Commonly used medications derived from plants The anatomy of the cannabis plant Uses for medicinal cannabis Medicinal cannabis education Regulation of medicinal cannabis in Australia Prescribing m...
Apr 26, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 13
WE DIVE INTO the topic of MTHFR and Methylation. WE GO DEEP with Naturopath, herbalist and nutritionist Carolyn Ledowsky. Carolyn OPENS UP about her views on the role of methylation and it’s importance in hormone metabolism, infertility, miscarriage and sperm health. She shares tips on running an online business. What is methylation? What does it do in the body? Why is it important in fertility and hormone health? MTHFR. Can changes in this gene lead to infertility, abnormal sperm and miscarriag...
Apr 19, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 12
WE DIVE INTO the topic of Financial Health. WE GO DEEP with accountant Craig Meade. Craig OPENS UP about his experiences as an accountant during the COVID- 19 pandemic and gives general advice on how to manage our finances not just now, but into the future. The COVID free future. How has COVID-19 impacted your financial health? Why budget? How often? What is a financial stethoscope? Financial education What is your risk profile? Do you have the right insurances? Women - finances through divorce ...
Apr 12, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 11
WE DIVE INTO the topic of Endometriosis and Nutrition. WE GO DEEP with dietician Stefanie Valakas. Stefanie OPENS UP about her personal experience of endometriosis, the dietary strategies she used to manage her symptoms and how she manages women with endometriosis and pelvic pain through diet. Connect with Stefanie Valakas: Website: thedietologist.com.au Book an appointment: thedietologist.com.au/book-now/ Instagram: @the_dietologist Facebook: @thedietologist Twitter: @the_dietologist Listen to ...
Apr 05, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 10
WE DIVE INTO Female Genital Mutilation. WE GO DEEP with Gynaecologist A/Professor Nesrin Varol. She OPENS UP about Female Genital Mutilation, her PhD, what she has learnt and her experiences in Ethiopia. What is Female Genital Mutilation? Where does this happen? Why does it happen? How can women stop it? How do men feel about it? The role of men in abandonment of female genital mutilation: a systematic review. Contact A/ Professor Nesrin Varol Connect with the Fanny Mechanic: Email Dr Tash Faceb...
Mar 29, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 9
WE DIVE INTO the topic of Miscarriage. WE GO DEEP with Samantha Payne the cofounder and CEO of The Pink Elephants Support Network for Miscarriage. Samantha OPENS UP about her experience with pregnancy loss, how and why she established a support service for people affected by miscarriage. Listen to found out how THEY can help YOU. Connect with the Pink Elephant Support Network: The Pink Elephants Support Network Emotional Support Resources Connect with the Fanny Mechanic: Email Dr Tash Facebook p...
Mar 22, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This week WE DIVE INTO the topic of low tox hairdressing and living. WE GO DEEP with hairdresser Kalli Fardoulis of Blown Away Hair Spa. Kalli OPENS UP about her health journey and how it changed her hairdressing business ethos and philosophy. Should women dye their hair when trying to make a baby or when pregnant? We discuss products and options. How can you make your hairdressing salon less toxic? Connect with Kalli Fardoulis: Blown Away Hair Facebook Instagram Kalli Website Connect with the F...
Mar 15, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 7
WE DIVE INTO the topic of Uterus Transplantation. WE GO DEEP with Gynaecologist, Fertility Specialist Dr Anthony Marren. Dr Marren OPENS up about the what, why, who, where and how of womb transplantation. He answers these questions: What are the indications for uterine transplant?What makes a good donor and recipient?What are the potential risks?Why is it done?Who is doing this?Where is it performed?How is it done? Sisters for Love MRKH Foundation RPA Uterus Transplant Baylor University Medical ...
Mar 08, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 6
WE DIVE INTO the topic of Music and Music Therapy. WE GO DEEP with music therapists Dr Alison Short and Geena Cheung. We OPEN UP about our love of music and our current research project in women’s health – gynecology and fertility treatment. Music therapy is a useful therapeutic tool used in healthcare.It is used to heal, sooth, reduce anxiety and stress and helps with communication and expression. We are studying music therapy in women and we share with you some of our findings so far. Read Ali...
Mar 01, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 5
WE DIVE INTO the topic of weight loss surgery. WE GO DEEP with weight loss surgeon Dr John Jorgensen. He OPENS Up his views on obesity, weight loss surgery and PCOS. Is obesity a disease? Why is weight loss surgery effective? What does it involve? How does it work?How do you prepare for surgery?How to keep the weight off after surgery? Women are advised not to fall pregnant for 1 year after weight loss surgery. Supplements prescribed after weight loss surgery. Dr John Jorgensen’s contact details...
Mar 01, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 4
WE DIVE INTO the topic of period and urine proof underwear. WE GO DEEP with ModiBodi CEO and creator, Kristy Chong.Together we OPEN UP about our periods, incontinence of urine and why we love wearing Modibodi underwear. Modibodi Buy a pair use discount Code: DRNATASHA (not case sensitive)15% all products excluding bundles, gift cards & sale itemsOne use per customerCode must be applied at checkoutNo Expiry Connect with the Fanny Mechanic: Email Dr Tash Facebook page The Fanny Mechanic Facebo...
Mar 01, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Welcome to the first episode of The Fanny Mechanic Show. Dr Natasha Andreadis (also known as Dr Tash), is your host. Listen as she talks about her why. In this episode we dive in with Dr Tash and get to know her. Why the name Fanny Mechanic, What to expect from the show, How you can help the show grow. Support the show: https://www.thefannymechanic.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 31, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 2
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Jan 28, 2020•28 sec•Season 1Ep. 1
