How Does an Andrologist Help with Male Fertility and Klinefelter syndrome with Tet Yap
Dr Tet Yap, a consultant andrological surgeon, joins me this week to talk about male fertility, the role of andrology, and the challenges faced by men in accessing fertility care. We discuss the differences between andrologists and urologists, the increasing awareness of male fertility issues, common causes of male infertility, and the implications of Klinefelter syndrome. We discuss:How Andrology is a subspecialty of urology focused on male reproductive health.Why there is a significant shortage of andrologists compared to gynecologists.How male fertility issues are often overlooked in fertility discussions.How ICSI can treat infertility but does not address underlying male health issues.How Klinefelter syndrome is a common genetic cause of male infertility.Why many men with fertility issues have not seen an andrologist before seeking treatment.How awareness of male fertility testing is increasing, but access remains a challenge.Why proper diagnosis can lead to better treatment outcomes for male fertility.Why patients often experience delays in receiving appropriate care for male fertility issues.How online consultations can help connect patients with andrology specialists.You can find more information on Tet here. And more information on Klinefelter syndrome here.Don't Tell Me To RELAX is sponsored by Acupips, quote RELAX for 20% discount.❤️ Join our Don't Tell Me to RELAX fertility support community here.💛 See Hannah Pearn for more information on where we work.🤩 Follow us on Instagram.☎️ Book a discovery call to find out how we can support your fertility journey.
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A Better Way To Investigate Your Progesterone with Dr Amy Beckley from Proov
This episode is all about progesterone, what it is, why it's important for fertility, how to test it and how best to support it.I am joined by Dr. Amy Beckley a PhD Scientist who faced fertility and miscarriage issues of her own due to low progesterone. She founded Proov to fill the gap in testing and support for people with progesterone problems.In this episode we discuss:How low progesterone can lead to implantation issues and early pregnancy loss.Why so many women are unaware of the importance of progesterone in fertility.Why Day 21 progesterone tests may not accurately reflect hormone levels.What common signs of low progesterone include short luteal phases and spotting.How Proov measures progesterone levels through urine testing, providing a more accurate picture.What lifestyle changes, such as diet and sleep, can significantly impact progesterone levels.How access to progesterone support varies by healthcare provider and location.Why education and awareness about hormonal health are crucial for women.You can find out more information about Proov test kits here.For more information join our Ways to Support Your Progesterone webinar on May 13th at 7. You can register for a place here.Don't Tell Me To RELAX is sponsored by Acupips, quote RELAX for 20% discount.❤️ Join our Don't Tell Me to RELAX fertility support community here.💛 See Hannah Pearn for more information on where we work.🤩 Follow us on Instagram.☎️ Book a discovery call to find out how we can support your fertility journey.
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The Power of a Fertility Support Community- come and join us!
I am joined this week by some of our lovely team to tell you about our new Don't Tell Me To RELAX community. We are moving it and we' love for you to come with us! We are still called Don't Tell Me To RELAX and you'll find all the usual features and access to our fertility team of experts but it is better and much easier to use than before.Our new community is designed for better navigation and support. You'll find all our previous webinars in one handy place and our signature Teaching To Conceive is there for everyone to access.By moving away from Facebook we are reducing exposure to overwhelming content, the algorithm and having to be on it.In our new community you'll find:our monthly drop in support group Tea and Chat- with fertility coach Carly Garretta monthly Q&A with Fertility Nurse Morvenregular webinars with Fertility Nutritionist Kirsty Harrisonregular Fertility Awareness webinars with Katy aka Reflex Eastaccess to all our fertility acupuncturistschat and message forumsinvites to all our eventsAnd we are keeping it all FREE! As a team we are committed to providing great fertility information and support for all.If you want to come and join us follow this link to register.Don't Tell Me To RELAX is sponsored by Acupips, quote RELAX for 20% discount.💛 See Hannah Pearn for more information on where we work.🤩 Follow us on Instagram.☎️ Book a discovery call to find out how we can support your fertility journey.
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Navigating the unhelpful "advice" when you're Trying To Conceive
This is the final episode in this series Katy and I are discussing all those unhelpful nuggets of useless and often hurtful advice/ comments that people throw out when you're trying to conceive. We discuss:How unsolicited advice can be triggering and unhelpful.Why stress's impact on fertility is often misunderstood.How many misconceptions exist about trying to conceive.How IVF is not a guaranteed solution for all fertility issues.Why relaxation techniques are not a cure for infertility.Why education on sex and conception is crucial.How hope is important, but it doesn't guarantee pregnancy.How people often oversimplify the journey to conception.Why support and understanding are vital for those struggling with fertility.Why the conversation around fertility needs to evolve and be more compassionate.Don't Tell Me To RELAX is sponsored by Acupips, quote RELAX for 20% discount.💛 Join our Don't Tell Me To RELAX Fertility Support Community for monthly webinars, a team of fertility experts and a lovely group of supportive people who understand where you're at.🤩 Follow us on Instagram.☎️ Book a discovery call to find out how we can support your fertility journey.
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IVF Add Ons- are there really no benefits? with Emma Whitney
In the last couple of weeks there have been a lot of reports across the media about IVF Add Ons and there being no benefit to them.The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) has issued a warning to those undergoing IVF about “unproven extras” (Add Ons) to increase their chances of having a baby. These included acupuncture, nutrition, supplements, PGTA testing, microbiome tests, Time Lapse and Immunology amongst others.I am joined by the brilliant Emma Whitney to discuss the findings, how it has been reported in the media and unpick the details behind some of the headlines.We discuss:The role of the HFEA - a legally regulated entity that supports fertility clinics.How the media often misrepresents the findings of patient surveys.How Add-ons can vary significantly in their benefits and applications.How the language used in media can create confusion and fear among patients.Why Time-lapse technology provides valuable insights into embryo development.Why patient context is crucial in evaluating the effectiveness of add-ons.How a lack of scientific evidence is different unprovenThe problem of scientific studies in the complexities of fertilityHow the majority of clinics and practitioners are primarily focused on helping patients build families.For more information from Emma see her Instagram account and WebsiteFor more information on scientific studies on acupuncture see The British Acupuncture Council Factsheet.Don't Tell Me To RELAX is sponsored by Acupips, quote RELAX for 20% discount.💛 Join ourFertility Support Community for access to Teaching To Conceive, (our fertility education course), our monthly webinars and lovely group of supportive people who understand where you're at.Don't Tell Me To RELAX! is sponsored by Acupips use code RELAX for 20% discount.🤩 Follow us onInstagram.☎️ Book adiscovery call to find out how we can support your fertility journey.
If you're Trying To Conceive and want to know what you can do to improve your fertility and understanding of it, then this podcast is for you. This is the fertility education and information that you wish you'd been given at school. I'm a fertility acupuncturist and fertility awareness educator and have spent the last ten years working with hundreds of people who are TTC. This podcast aims to provide practical and helpful information so you can take control of your fertility and reduce the overwhelm that can come when you're trying for a baby.
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