What fertility tests should I have when I'm Trying To Conceive?
Episode 8 of our Teaching To Conceive Series💛 As part of this Series we are running a free fertility masterclass also called, Teaching To Conceive. on Tuesday 29th October we will be discussing Testing & Investigations for your Fertility, with Independent Fertility Nurse, Morven.You can register here. to watch live or get the play back. 💛In this episode Morven and I discuss fertility testing and investigations. We cover the importance of understanding fertility, the types of tests available, and the guidelines for when to seek help. Takeaways: why starting with a hormone panel is crucial for women. NICE guidelines recommended for fertility testing. Other hormone tests that can be helpful why men should always be tested for fertility alongside women. How anabolic steroids can negatively impact male fertility. Why cervical smears are essential before trying to conceive.For more information on working with Morven see her website.This podcast has been sponsored by femme health, a new online department store for fertility and conception. Visit their website at www.femmehealth.co.uk and use code relax15 to receive 15% off site wide.💛 To find out more about working with us you can book a free 15 minute Discovery Call.💛 You can work with us online or in our clinics in London and across UK. More information is available on our website.💛 And for more information and access to all our webinars, support events and community come and join our fertility support group Don't Tell Me To RELAX.
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Understanding Miscarriage: Types, Management and Support Options
Over the next 3 months we will be looking at the complex and emotional topic of miscarriage. In this episode I am joined by Morven, an Independent Fertility Nurse and resident Fertility Nurse in our Don't Tell Me to RELAX community.We discuss the various types of miscarriage, symptoms, and management options. Plus:How miscarriage is a common yet heartbreaking experience.What are different types of miscarriages with varying symptoms.How statistics on miscarriage are often based on estimations.How symptoms of miscarriage can vary widely.How expectant management allows the body to pass naturally.How medical management involves medication to assist in the process.How the emotional recovery from miscarriage can take longer than physical recovery.For further support we will be running two events in our community as part of this series. To access them follow this link to join our community.💛 Miscarriage Support & Care in Tea & Chat with Carly Garret our Fertility Coach on June 18th at 8 pm❤️ What Now? A Practical Guide After Pregnancy Loss with me Hannah Pearn July 15th at 7pmFor further miscarriage support see:Worst Girl Gang EverTommysMiscarriage AssociationHeld in Our HeartsDon'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.
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How To Choose A Fertility Acupuncturist?
As it is Acupuncture Awareness Week we thought "How to Find A Fertility Acupuncturist" would be a good topic to cover.I am joined by Fertility Acupuncturist Laura Foster from Light and Shade Acupuncture, Bristol to explore the training and regulation of acupuncturists, the importance of qualifications, and how to identify both red and green flags in practitioners. We discussWhy finding a qualified fertility acupuncturist is crucial.Why we think Fertility Acupuncturists should have degree-level training and accreditation.Why experience is not the only indicator of a good practitioner.How discovery calls can help assess compatibility with a practitioner.What Red flags to look out forWhat Green flags to look out forWhy its important to trust your instincts when choosing a practitioner.For more fertility support:💛 Join our Don't Tell Me To RELAX! community❤️ Follow us on Instagram🧡 Book a Discovery Call🩷 Work with us 121 in one of our clinics
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How do you choose an IVF clinic?
I am with Kayleigh from Seen (previously Fertility Mapper) to discuss the often very difficult decision of choosing an IVF clinic to work with.We explore common challenges faced by individuals seeking fertility treatment, the significance of communication and cost transparency in clinics, and the balance between data-driven choices and intuition.We discuss: How choosing a fertility clinic is a significant decision.Why Fertility Mapper has evolved into Seen Why transparency in costs and experiences is crucial for informed decisions.Why comparing clinics can be challenging due to varying protocols and outcomes.How data in fertility treatment is often inconsistent and difficult to interpret.How Intuition can play an important role alongside data in decision-making.Seen brings together everything you need in one place and guides you through each step and every decision of your fertility path. We can help you to:Budget, with transparent clinic cost breakdowns and our NHS IVF Eligibility Calculator.Learn, with resources on everything from the treatment process to preparing for consultations.Find a clinic that’s right for your unique medical, personal and financial situation, and book in to seamlessly start treatment.Share your experience, adding to our bank of thousands of community reviews to help support others on their fertility path.For more fertility support:💛 Join our Don't Tell Me To RELAX! community❤️ Follow us on Instagram🧡 Book a Discovery Call🩷 Work with us 121 in one of our clinics
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Rethinking & Revolutionising IVF with Dr Rahi Victory
I am with Dr. Rahi Victory to discuss his approach to IVF and the challenges he sees within the fertility industry. Dr. Victory is a board-certified Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Infertility specialist dedicated to helping improve the reproductive health of men and women.Dr Victory champions the importance of personalized treatment and pays particular attention to the role of immunology and microbiome in fertility. He also has a lot to say on the impact of endometriosis on reproductive health and how this should be approached through IVF.In this episode we disucss:how IVF has become a business-driven model, compromising patient care.why personalized treatment is essential for successful fertility outcomes.how the immune system plays a critical role in pregnancy success.how endometriosis significantly impacts fertility and should be addressed.why patients often face confusion regarding immune testing and its necessity.why microbiome health is crucial for reproductive success.how PRP can be beneficial for patients with recurrent implantation failures.how we need more person centred care in the UK.There is still time to join the Breath Workshop in our community on Monday 3rd Nov - you can register for a free place here.💛 Join our Don't Tell Me To RELAX! community❤️ Follow us on Instagram🧡 Book a Discovery Call🩷 Work with us in clinic
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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