Welcome to The Male Fertility Podcast, a show hosted by Ciaran and Shaun - two men who have walked the challenging path of fertility struggles themselves. With a mission to break the silence and stigma surrounding male fertility issues, they share their personal stories, insights, and knowledge to provide support, education, and inspiration to men facing similar challenges. In this unique and underrepresented podcast, you'll discover why this show is a crucial resource for anyone dealing wit ...
…
continue reading
Misconception: a Gaia Family podcast is your go-to podcast for all things family building. From the early stages of understanding your fertility, to the hurdles of trying to conceive, Misconception opens the doors to what it really means to build a family. Hosted by Amber Izzo, IVF patient, advocate, and campaigner, each week, we talk to people who have lived it, and the people who make it happen. New episodes released every Tuesday! Thanks for listening. Follow us @gaiafamilyofficial. www.g ...
…
continue reading
1
S2E01 - Premature Ovarian Failure & DEIVF: in conversation with Emily Patel
49:31
49:31
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
49:31
Emily Patel is the founder of Hopeful Mama Foundation, and she joins us to talk all about her own path to parenthood. Having been diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Failure at just 25 years old, Emily talks us through every part of her journey, including how because of her own experiences, she now devotes her life to supporting other 'hopeful mamas'.…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 10 - Series 2 Recap and Reflection
1:09:41
1:09:41
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:09:41
So, here we are, the final episode of Series 2. And to celebrate that, Shaun and Ciaran met up to record their first ever in-person episode. This episode looks back on each episode from the series, and sees the lads reflect on the advice and knowledge that was shared by each expert guest. The boys unpick the information, and share their key takeawa…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 9 - Male Fertility Treatment - featuring Allan Pacey MBE
57:09
57:09
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
57:09
This week, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Professor Allan Pacey MBE to talk all things male fertility. What Allan doesn't know in this field isn't worth knowing! Allan is the Professor of Andrology at the University of Manchester as well as Deputy Vice President and Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Biology. For 17 years he was the Head of Andrology fo…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 8 - Childlessness and Men - Featuring Robin Hadley
1:08:06
1:08:06
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:08:06
This week we talk to Robin Hadley about involuntary male childlessness. Robin is a leading expert on the psychological and societal impact of male childlessness. He completed his Masters on the subject, and has subsequently written several academic papers on the topic, as well as his critically acclaimed book on the subject. Shaun, Ciaran and Robin…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 7 - Miscarriage and Men - Featuring Jackie Stewart
58:20
58:20
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
58:20
*Warning - this episode includes discussions on pregnancy loss and miscarriage* In this week’s episode, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Jackie Stewart, an accredited independent counsellor who specialises in fertility counselling. We discuss miscarriage and pregnancy loss, specifically the impact it has on men - who are so often forgotten in this sc…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 6 - IVF: The Essential Guide for Men - featuring Dr Tim Child
1:01:14
1:01:14
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:01:14
On this episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by leading expert in fertility, Dr Tim Child. Having previously focused heavily on male infertility, what that means, the treatments available, and how to process it - the conversation around what happens next is a crucially important one for the podcast. Ciaran and Shaun ta…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 5 - Conversations with a Specialist Fertility Counsellor - featuring Tracey Sainsbury
1:01:12
1:01:12
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:01:12
This week on The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by specialist fertility counsellor, Tracey Sainsbury. Tracey is a specialist fertility counsellor, dedicated to providing compassionate support and guidance to individuals and couples navigating the complexities of fertility challenges. She is an advisory board member for various …
…
continue reading
1
Episode 4 - The vital role of Fertility Nurses - featuring Francesca Steyn
54:36
54:36
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
54:36
This episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by senior fertility nurse specialist, Francesca Steyn. Francesca is the Clinical Services Manager at the Wales Fertility Institute. She has over 18 years of experience in the sector, and is the current chair of The Royal College of Nurses' Fertility Nursing Forum. What is a Fer…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 3 - Nutrition and Male Fertility - featuring Melanie Brown
1:04:13
1:04:13
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:04:13
In this week’s episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Melanie Brown, one of the leading nutritionists in the fertility world. She has worked with some of the leading clinics and professionals in the UK fertility industry, and is currently writing a book on how to improve male fertility with the urologist and male fert…
…
continue reading
1
S1E10 - Double donation IVF: in conversation with Emma Haslam
51:39
51:39
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
51:39
This week we’re talking to Emma Haslam. After finding out her and her husband, Adam, needed IVF to conceive, and facing numerous hurdles in both the NHS and private fertility sector, as well as challenges on the route to adoption, Emma and Adam opted to travel abroad and undergo IVF with 'double donation'. Double donation in IVF involves the use of…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 2 - What is Embryology? - featuring Emma Whitney
1:06:37
1:06:37
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:06:37
In this episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Emma Whitney, the Director of Embryology and Genetics at The Evewell Clinic, to talk all about embryologists and the vital work they do. Emma Whitney is the Director of embryology and genetics at The Evewell group in London. With over 20 years of practical IVF laboratory …
…
continue reading
1
S1E09 - Donor eggs and surrogacy: in conversation with Kreena Dhiman - part 2
51:38
51:38
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
51:38
This week we’re talking to Kreena Dhiman. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Kreena went through IVF to freeze her embryos prior to chemotherapy. But what followed was a journey she never expected to embark on. From heart failure to surrogacy, Kreena's story is both so moving and so inspiring, that we've split it into two parts. In part 2, K…
…
continue reading
1
S1E08 - IVF as a same-sex couple: in conversation with Katie Bouchier
54:12
54:12
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
54:12
This week we’re talking to Katie Bouchier (@the_bouchiers) - parent of the first ever Gaia baby! Katie joins us to talk about her IVF journey as a same-sex couple. Katie and Georgia eventually travelled to Greece for their IVF, having gone through IUI and baby loss. Katie joins us to openly tell her story. Request your free, personalized quote at g…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 1 - What is a Urologist? - featuring Oliver Wiseman
1:01:42
1:01:42
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:01:42
The Male Fertility Podcast is back and to kick start this series, in this episode, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Oliver Wiseman, a Consultant Urologist based at Cambridge University Hospitals and Bourn Hall Fertility Clinic. Both Shaun and Ciaran saw Oliver when they were going through their fertility treatment. He is very experienced in the manag…
…
continue reading
1
S1E07 - Navigating male factor infertility: in conversation with Shaun Greenaway and Ciaran Hannington
56:09
56:09
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
56:09
This week we’re talking to Shaun Greenaway (Knackered Knackers) and Ciaran Hannington (The Male Fertility PT). After sharing their own fertility stories of IVF, male factor infertility and sperm donor IVF, Shaun and Ciaran started their own podcast dedicated to just that - The Male Fertility Podcast. We're joined by them as they share their stories…
…
continue reading
The Male Fertility Podcast returns to your ears with Series 2! This series, Shaun and Ciaran are being joined by different professionals to have a chat and to ask the questions that they themselves wanted to when they were going through their fertility chapter. The Intro Episode This intro episode, Ciaran and Shaun chat about what Series 1 was like…
…
continue reading
1
S1E06 - Part I | Breast cancer, heart failure and surrogacy: in conversation with Kreena Dhiman
53:39
53:39
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
53:39
This week we’re talking to Kreena Dhiman. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Kreena went through IVF to freeze her embryos prior to chemotherapy. But what followed was a journey she never expected to embark on. From heart failure to surrogacy, Kreena's story is both so moving and so inspiring, that we've split it into two parts. Stay tuned f…
…
continue reading
1
S1E05 - Supporting a friend through fertility treatment: in conversation with Beci Piggott
49:33
49:33
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
49:33
This week we’re talking to our host's best friend, Beci. Amber was trying to conceive for 7 years, going through 3 cycles of IVF. And by her side the whole way through, was Beci. We often talk about what we don't want to hear when trying to conceive, and so this week we are shining a light on the perspective on the friend supporting you through it.…
…
continue reading
1
S1E04 - Starting your fertility journey: in conversation with Coni Longden-Jefferson
46:35
46:35
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
46:35
This week we’re talking to Nixi Body founder, Coni Longden-Jefferson (@conilj). Coni works within the reproductive health space, but starting her own fertility journey felt like a whole new ball game. Join us as we chat to Coni about navigating the first year of trying to conceive, and where to start when you're suspecting an issue. --- Request you…
…
continue reading
1
S1E03 - When IVF doesn't work: in conversation with Annabel Gurnett
55:29
55:29
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
55:29
This week we’re talking to 'Am I Ovary Acting?' podcast co-host, Annabel Gurnett (@annabelgurnett). Annabel joins us to talk about her trying to conceive journey, from her husband's male factor infertility diagnosis, baby loss, and her recent IVF cycle that sadly resulted in no embryos. An open and honest conversation about the real trials and trib…
…
continue reading
1
S1E02 - Losing Weight for IVF: in conversation with Nicole Robinson
54:23
54:23
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
54:23
This week we’re talking to Nicole Robinson, aka GoodLuckNic about her fertility journey. From finding out she had blocked fallopian tubes and needing to lose weight for IVF, to lockdown clinic closures and trying to conceive a sibling, there's a lot to discuss! You can follow Nic on Instagram @goodlucknic and @fitilityuk. Request your free, persona…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 10 - Living With Male Factor Infertility
1:15:23
1:15:23
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:15:23
Welcome to last episode in this series of The Male Fertility Podcast! It has been quite an adventure for both Shaun and Ciaran. From talking about the initial diagnosis to fatherhood, the lads have talked about a variety of different things and now to finish this series of, they are joined by their lovely wives, Jennifer and Jenna. The Partner Pers…
…
continue reading
1
S1E01 - Endometriosis, IVF and loss: in conversation with Miranda Burns
1:04:11
1:04:11
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:04:11
Episode notes: 1 in 10 of women have endometriosis worldwide (Endometriosis UK) This week we’re talking to Capital South Coast host Miranda Burns, as she candidly shares her journey with endometriosis, IVF and baby loss. You can follow Miranda at miranda.burns on Instagram. Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Insta…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 9 - Pregnancy & Fatherhood
1:15:13
1:15:13
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:15:13
As we draw close to the end of this series, Shaun and Ciaran talk about pregnancy and fatherhood. In this episode, they talk about their experiences with pregnancy, birth and then after birth, discussing the emotions that they went through and how they overcame the obstacles they faced. The Two Week Wait & Communication Shaun and Ciaran talk about …
…
continue reading
1
Episode 8 - Lifestyle Changes
1:02:18
1:02:18
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:02:18
In this episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Ciaran and Shaun dive into lifestyle habits that can affect your fertility. In this information packed episode, the lads talk about reducing the stressors in your life and where to actually make a start. Exercising and Fertility: Ciaran starts off by talking about how exercising is not only good for yo…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 7 - Acceptance & Mindset When Facing Infertility
49:39
49:39
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
49:39
Join Shaun and Ciaran in this episode of The Male Fertility Podcast as they delve into the important topic of mindset when facing infertility, and crucially, how they came to accept what they were going through. Discover how embracing a new mindset can lead to personal growth and becoming a better version of yourself. Acceptance Shaun shares his pe…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 6 - Emotions & Relationship Strains
47:38
47:38
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
47:38
Welcome to the first episode of The Male Fertility Podcast in 2024! Join Shaun and Ciaran as they delve into the complexities of emotions and relationship strains encountered on the fertility journey. Thoughts & Feelings: In this episode, Shaun and Ciaran open up about the thoughts and feelings they experienced in relation to their partners. They c…
…
continue reading
Join Ciaran and Shaun as they talk about the pathways to parenthood. We are going to be talking about the options when it comes to assisted reproduction; the process of IVF, what ICSI is and what to expect. The guys also discuss alternate routes to parenthood, such as donor conception. Options for Parenthood We talk about the options that are avail…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 4 - Initial processing, why men don't talk, and support.
1:00:05
1:00:05
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:00:05
In this episode, we delve into the crucial topic of the diagnosis — exploring the initial processing, seeking support, and addressing the pervasive silence that often surrounds male fertility issues. Understanding the Diagnosis: Stages of Grief: Shaun provides his perspective on the diagnosis, and then unravels the stages of grief that one might ex…
…
continue reading
1
Episode 3 - Sperm! Providing samples, diagnosis, and more.
1:09:33
1:09:33
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
1:09:33
Join us in Episode 3 as we tackle a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of male fertility — the shocking decrease in sperm count witnessed over recent years. This episode on The Male Fertility Podcast aims to start a conversation about a topic that demands everyone's attention. Exploring the Sperm Count Decline: Delving into the alarming trend of d…
…
continue reading
Welcome back to Episode 2 of The Male Fertility Podcast, where we delve into the inspiring journey of Ciaran, exploring the hurdles he faced and overcame on his path to parenthood. Ciaran's Fertility Journey: Ciaran's story unfolds in 2011, when he and his partner Jen got married. Little did they anticipate the unexpected challenges that lay ahead …
…
continue reading
Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, where we embark on an inspiring journey with Shaun as he shares his personal experience with male infertility. Shaun's Story: Shaun's narrative begins in 2017 when he was confronted with a daunting diagnosis: Azoospermia, a condition characterised by a lack of sperm. He takes us throug…
…
continue reading
1
The Male Fertility Podcast - Introduction
25:38
25:38
Putar nanti
Putar nanti
Daftar
Suka
Menyukai
25:38
Hello and a warm welcome to The Male Fertility Podcast, your go-to space for insightful discussions on male fertility, hosted by Ciaran and Shaun! We're thrilled to launch this podcast, and in this introductory episode, we share a bit about ourselves, our motivations, and what you can expect from the podcast. About The Male Fertility Podcast: Our m…
…
continue reading