Recurrent pregnancy loss leaves couples searching for answers and hope in the face of repeated heartbreak. In this episode, Dr. Julianne Cameron explores the complex medical, genetic, and emotional factors that contribute to this devastating fertility challenge. Drawing from both her personal journey through recurrent loss and her clinical expertise, she unpacks the latest testing protocols, treatment options, and success rates that patients need to understand. At Genea Fertility Melbourne City,...
Jun 25, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 107
Meet Dom and Matt, whose journey to parenthood took an unexpected turn when a routine anaesthesia check revealed a life-threatening heart condition. After devastating pregnancy losses and the crushing news that conception wasn't safe until major heart surgery, Dom faced the ultimate choice: fix her heart to save her life and future family. Through two open-heart surgeries, months of recovery, IVF challenges, and the anxiety of a high-risk pregnancy, this couple's resilience shines. Their story i...
Jun 18, 2025•48 min•Season 4Ep. 106
This Men's Health Week, we're shining a spotlight on the crucial yet often overlooked role men play in the fertility journey. In this episode, Dr. Eashan Tambimuttu brings his specialised expertise to discuss male fertility in straightforward, practical terms. At Genea Fertility Melbourne City, he cuts through myths and misconceptions, offering clear guidance on what actually impacts male fertility and how men can become active participants rather than sideline spectators in the fertility proces...
Jun 11, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 105
When one partner is ready to end the IVF journey while the other wants to continue, couples face one of fertility treatment's most challenging emotional crossroads. In this episode, Dr. Alice Huang addresses this delicate relationship dynamic with sensitivity and clinical wisdom, exploring how couples can navigate different grief timelines, financial considerations, and future family-building alternatives. At Genea Fertility Melbourne City, she helps patients identify when treatment fatigue diff...
Jun 04, 2025•30 min•Season 4Ep. 104
Meet Emily O'Donohoe, an avid listener to now a welcome guest on the show, here sharing her raw and honest journey through the complexities of secondary infertility. Emily's story is one that so many of you will relate to - from the joy of her first successful pregnancy after an ectopic, to the devastating loss of miscarriage, and now navigating the confusing world of unexplained secondary infertility. This conversation dives deep into the unique challenges of secondary infertility - the guilt, ...
May 27, 2025•33 min•Season 4Ep. 103
From old wives' tales to TikTok trends, fertility advice comes from everywhere, but which claims actually stand up to scientific scrutiny? In this enlightening episode, Dr. Mathias Epee brings his 20+ years of global obstetrics and gynaecology experience to debunk common fertility misconceptions and validate surprising truths. Drawing on his diverse clinical background across Australia, Europe, and Africa, Dr. Epee offers a uniquely cross-cultural perspective on reproductive health beliefs. At G...
May 20, 2025•46 min•Season 4Ep. 102
To celebrate International Nurses Day, I'm sitting down with the unsung heroes of fertility treatment, the dedicated nursing team from Concept Fertility Centre who become your lifeline throughout the journey. Join me in conversation with Michaela Hegarty (Nurse Manager - Coordination), Corry Moore (Nurse and Donor Coordinator), and Chantelle Trower (Nurse Coordinator) as they share insights from the frontlines of reproductive care. These extraordinary professionals are often the first voice you ...
May 13, 2025•48 min•Season 4Ep. 101
Our most requested guest returns for our milestone 100th episode! My husband is back (by popular demand) to celebrate this journey from uncertain beginnings to the thriving community we've built together. We're popping champagne and cracking beers as we look back at memorable moments, interview highlights, and yes—there's the inevitable candid conversation about sperm collection that Byron handles with his signature humour. In the second half, roles reverse as Byron takes the host chair to inter...
May 06, 2025•45 min•Season 4Ep. 100
This week, Mark and Janay share their four-year fertility journey through PCOS, azoospermia, and multiple treatment pivots. Their story is one of breathtaking resilience—holding each other through crushing disappointments only to rise again with undiminished love. Each failed procedure has tested their spirits but strengthened their bond. After watching their hopes rise and fall through a failed TESA, a briefly victorious micro-TESE, countless injections, gruelling egg retrievals, and the heartb...
Apr 29, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 99
This week, we're taking you behind the scenes of IVF laboratories with Dr. Melanie Walls, Scientific Director at Concept Fertility Centre. With over 18 years of expertise in IVF laboratories and a unique perspective as both a scientist and former IVF patient, Dr. Walls offers rare insight into one of the most crucial yet least discussed aspects of fertility treatment: identification and traceability. Dr. Walls breaks down the sophisticated systems that ensure your eggs, sperm, and embryos are pr...
Apr 24, 2025•39 min•Season 4Ep. 98
Join us this week as we tackle one of the most challenging holidays for women on fertility journeys—Mother's Day. We're honoured to welcome renowned gynaecologist, fertility specialist and Director of Genea Fertility Melbourne City, Dr. Chandrika Parmar, who brings her expertise not just as a fertility specialist but as someone who deeply understands the emotional complexities her patients face during these celebration-focused times. Dr. Parmar shares thoughtful insights on managing grief trigge...
Apr 15, 2025•20 min•Season 4Ep. 97
This week, we're joined by Sonja Pototzki-Raymond, the formidable "Search Queen" whose journey from facing abandonment issues and a gruelling fertility battle to building a multi-million dollar digital empire will leave you inspired. Sonja opens up about how leaving Ireland for Australian shores became the catalyst for conquering her demons and founding The Search Republic, now one of Australia's most sought-after Google-accredited agencies. We dive into how her fertility struggles forged her re...
Apr 11, 2025•37 min•Season 4Ep. 96
In recognition of Endometriosis Awareness Month, we welcome back nutrition and lifestyle coach Sarah Hopkins to explore the complex relationship between endometriosis and fertility. Sarah shares insights from helping countless women manage this challenging condition through evidence-based nutritional and lifestyle interventions. This episode dives into why endometriosis has become increasingly prevalent, the crucial role of inflammation in both endo symptoms and fertility outcomes, and practical...
Mar 26, 2025•32 min•Season 4Ep. 95
In honour of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we’re joined by Liz Bancroft—Clinical and Counselling Psychologist, IVF veteran, and founder of the Hope Affirm Thrive program. Fertility treatment is often described as a medical journey, but for neurodivergent women, it’s also a sensory, emotional, and psychological battleground—one that standard fertility care is rarely designed to accommodate. From overstimulating clinic environments to invasive procedures that trigger trauma responses, Liz unpac...
Mar 17, 2025•58 min•Season 4Ep. 94
In this moving episode, Georgia Prentice shares her challenging fertility journey complicated by a balanced translocation diagnosis, which led her through multiple IVF cycles and clinic changes before finally achieving success with her third egg collection. Running parallel to her fertility struggles was a heartbreaking countdown—Georgia's father had been diagnosed with terminal cancer and given just 18 months to live. As she navigated the emotional rollercoaster of failed cycles and new hope, G...
Mar 07, 2025•41 min•Season 4Ep. 93
In this episode, we’re taking you behind the scenes into the fascinating world of fertility science with Natalie Moska, Laboratory Manager at Genea Fertility Perth. With over 16 years of experience across WA and the UK, Natalie shares her wealth of knowledge on the cutting-edge therapies helping patients on their fertility journey. We break down key adjuvant treatments like: PICSI – what is it, and who benefits? Zymot– how does it work for sperm selection? Calcium Ionophore Activation – the role...
Dec 17, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 92
This week, we’re diving into all your fertility questions—yes, even the quirky or embarrassing ones! Joining us is the incredible Dr. Chandrika Parmar, a renowned gynaecologist, fertility specialist, and Director of Genea Fertility Melbourne City. With her compassionate, patient-centred approach, Dr. Parmar has helped countless families on their fertility journeys. So, whether you’re curious, confused, or just looking for a little guidance, this episode has you covered. Tune in for expert insigh...
Dec 10, 2024•23 min•Season 3Ep. 91
In this episode, Anna Hitch shares her incredible fertility journey, from facing unexplained infertility and a heartbreaking miscarriage to navigating IVF and welcoming her miracle baby, River. Along the way, Anna and her husband battled more than fertility challenges, with his testicular cancer diagnosis during her pregnancy adding another layer of resilience to their story. Anna opens up about what she’s learned, the gratitude she feels for her little boy, and what’s next for their family as t...
Dec 03, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 90
This week’s episode with Gemma Clark, shines a light on CAPA-IVM (in-vitro maturation), an emerging technology in fertility treatment that offers hope to patients with PCOS and other conditions. A classic PCOS case with no ovulation, Gemma’s fertility journey has been anything but typical. From discovering she has two uteruses, two cervixes, and a tiny second vagina during pre-treatment screening, to a miraculous natural conception of her first child, her story is a testament to resilience. Now,...
Nov 27, 2024•41 min•Season 3Ep. 89
In this episode, we’re taking a closer look at two critical advancements in fertility treatment—Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) and Carrier Screening. These tools are transforming the IVF journey, giving hopeful families more control and confidence when it comes to their future children’s health. I’m joined by two Genea Fertility Melbourne City experts, Sandra Holden, a highly skilled Clinical Embryologist and Lab Manager with over 30 years of experience, and Claire Trumble, an Associate G...
Nov 19, 2024•52 min•Season 3Ep. 88
In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with the incredibly brave Lisa Choney, who opens up about her journey through unimaginable challenges and triumphs. After battling an eating disorder herself, Lisa faced another unexpected hurdle — her husband's diagnosis of azoospermia, or male infertility. With their dreams of having a biological child hanging in the balance, they embarked on an emotional path through ICSI, three egg retrievals, a TESA procedure, a TESE surgery, multiple specialists, and f...
Nov 12, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 87
In this episode, we dive deep into a topic that affects many women but isn’t often talked about—vaginismus. This debilitating condition can cause intense discomfort, making intimacy and everyday life challenging. Joining us is Dr. Chandrika Parmar, a renowned gynaecologist, fertility specialist and Director of Genea Fertility Melbourne City. Dr. Parmar’s compassionate, patient-centred approach has helped countless women navigate their reproductive health, and today she brings her expertise to th...
Nov 06, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 86
In this heartfelt episode, we dive into Chelaine’s journey through the highs and lows of infertility as a FIFO couple navigating the complex world of fertility treatments. For the past two years, Chelaine and her husband have been balancing life with a "two weeks away, one week home" roster while managing full-time work, countless doctor visits, miscarriage and emotional challenges. In this episode, Chelaine sheds light on the resilience and courage needed to face ongoing testing, treatment chan...
Oct 29, 2024•48 min•Season 3Ep. 85
In this episode, we explore the crucial topic of fertility preservation for those facing the challenge of cancer. Joined by Dr. Genia Rozen, a highly regarded fertility specialist and gynaecologist at Genea Fertility Melbourne City, we discuss the options available to individuals and couples who wish to safeguard their fertility during cancer treatment. Dr. Rozen, who co-leads the Fertility Preservation Service at the Royal Women's Hospital and holds a PhD focused on fertility after cancer, brin...
Oct 23, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 84
This week on What to Expect When You’re Injecting , Cassie sits down with her close friend and confidante, Syan Vallance, for a raw and open conversation about life’s twists and turns. After supporting Cassie through her own fertility journey, Syan found herself at a crossroads—navigating the end of her marriage, questioning her faith, and facing the big question of motherhood. In this honest chat, Syan shares her story of courage and resilience, discussing her decision to freeze her eggs, not b...
Oct 15, 2024•55 min•Season 3Ep. 83
In this episode, we’re walking a fine line—literally! Lining issues can be a significant barrier to fertility, but with the right care and understanding, there’s hope. Joining us is Dr. Alice Huang, a leading gynaecologist and fertility specialist at Genea Fertility Melbourne City, to break down everything you need to know about uterine lining and its role in conception. From understanding the complexities of a "thin line" to exploring treatments that can help thicken that crucial layer, Dr. Hua...
Oct 11, 2024•46 min•Season 3Ep. 82
In this heartfelt episode, we chat with Samantha Payne, CEO and Co-Founder of the Pink Elephants Support Network, to discuss "Leave for Loss"—a critical conversation on the support (or lack thereof) for women and families experiencing miscarriage. With one in four pregnancies ending in loss before 20 weeks, Samantha is leading the charge to break the silence surrounding pregnancy loss and ensure workplaces offer the support families need during these devastating times. Samantha shares her journe...
Oct 03, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 81
Ever had a question about fertility that you wanted to ask? Well, this is your chance! In this fun and engaging episode, we sit down with Dr. Alexandra Cottam, a passionate fertility specialist at Genea Fertility Perth, to tackle all your weird, wacky, and wonderful questions. From the bizarre to the brilliant, no topic is off-limits as Dr. Cottam brings her expert insight and a sense of humor to the table.With her extensive background in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (and a genuine love for coffee...
Sep 24, 2024•55 min•Season 3Ep. 80
In this heartwarming episode, we welcome a very special guest—Red Wiggle Caterina Mete—who recently celebrated the arrival of her beautiful twin daughters, Dolly and Gigi, after a challenging but successful IVF journey, with the help of an anonymous sperm donor. Caterina opens up about the ups and downs of her fertility experience, sharing the emotional highs and struggles she faced along the way. As a beloved member of The Wiggles for over two decades, Caterina also reflects on the unwavering s...
Sep 17, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 79
Secondary infertility can come as a shock for families who have already welcomed a child into their lives. It’s a journey filled with unexpected heartache, confusion, and often silence. Many families endure this struggle quietly, even though it’s a reality for so many. In this episode, I’m joined by Associate Professor Alex Polyakov, an experienced Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, and Medical Director at Genea Fertility Melbourne City. With a holistic approach to fertility, surgical, and obstetric c...
Sep 11, 2024•42 min•Season 3Ep. 78
