Don't Tell Me To RELAX- Your Fertility Podcast

Holding Onto Hope
(this episode is about baby loss)
In this episode I am with Anita -Mai Barette. Anita shares her journey through grief, motherhood after loss, and her inspiring marathon fundraising for Evelina Hospital in memory of her son Dylan.
Dylan passed away on Christmas Eve 2020 after just 37 days. To celebrate his 6th birthday and to continue his legacy, Anita is running the London Marathon 2026 in his honour and is raising vital funds for the Evelina Children's Hospital, who provided such great care for herself, her husband and Dylan.
If you would like to sponsor Anita you can do so here- https://www.justgiving.com/page/dylanslondonmarathon2026

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I am with Claire Mooney, a highly experienced consultant and clinical director at Fertility Solutions.
Claire has been helping couples have children for over 30 years and joins me to discuss the latest advances in male fertility testing, particularly around double-stranded DNA breaks in sperm.

We discuss
what are double-stranded DNA breaks in sperm
what is standard DNA fragmentation and how it differs
what is the impact of double stranded breaks and how this differs
what the test involves
who should consider the test
where to go to get it
the impact of lifestyle and environmental influences on sperm health

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I am with expert ultrasound specialist Bill Smith from Clinical Diagnostic Services, who shares his extensive experience in reproductive medicine, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive cycle monitoring for fertility.

Cycle monitoring can help support couple TTC who don't want to go down the route of IVF and can help those with Endometriosis and Adenomyosis to investigate further and find better support and diagnosis for their fertility.

We discuss:

Key Topics
What are the advanced ultrasound technology in fertility
What is the comprehensive cycle monitoring process and how it differs from one off scans
The diagnosis and management of adenomyosis and endometriosis
The role of progesterone in luteal phase support
The importance of detailed diagnostics before IVF

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I am with nutritionist Neema Savvides . Neema shares her expertise on how nutrition impacts endometriosis and fertility. Neema herself has Endometriosis and IVF so understands first hand the impact it can have on fertility. She discusses personalized dietary strategies, the role of inflammation, and the importance of tailored approaches for women trying to conceive naturally or via IVF.

We discuss-
The impact of inflammation on endometriosis and fertility
Personalized dietary strategies for managing endometriosis
The significance of gut health and detox pathways
Signs and symptoms indicating possible endometriosis
The influence of estrogen dominance and hormonal balance
Surgical and IVF considerations for endometriosis patients
Lifestyle factors affecting endometriosis and fertility
The importance of testing and individualized treatment plans
Nutritional tips for supporting the uterine lining and egg quality
Managing stress, sleep, and environmental toxins for fertility
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As part of our months focus on Endometriosis I am discussing a new, exciting diagnostic test with Ian Fairfax from Endosure.
The EndoSure Test is a non-invasive diagnostic tool designed to help identify special biomarkers or patterns consistent with endometriosis.
Unlike traditional diagnostic methods, which often rely on surgical investigation or other invasive diagnostic tests such as transvaginal ultrasound, EndoSure uses external electrodes placed on the abdomen to detect physiological signals specifically linked to the condition.
The test is performed in a clinic setting, does not require anesthesia and involves no internal examination or testing of body fluids.
It is quickly becoming an important early step for women seeking clarity about symptoms such as abdominal or pelvic pain, heavy periods, bloating or fertility concerns.

We discuss
how the test works and what's involved
its advantages over traditional methods
availability in the UK, and its potential impact on early diagnosis and treatment
the benefits for fertility

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