This is Infertility is a bi-weekly podcast where we fuse narrative storytelling with experience and science to give you a new perspective on what it's really like to go through a family building journey. Each episode dives into the emotional, physical, and financial burdens carried by those who experience infertility on their path to parenthood. Be it IVF, IUI, egg freezing, surrogacy, adoption, etc., the path is never the same and it can be long, painful, and lonely. It's our mission to giv ...
…
continue reading
Recurrent Miscarriage Podcasts
Sisters in Loss podcast spotlights faith filled black women who share their grief and loss stories and testimonies. Black women experience miscarriage and stillbirth four times more than white women according to the NIH and CDC. Whether you have experienced a miscarriage, infant loss, stillbirth, are trying to conceive or have an infertility diagnosis, you will learn about resources and strategies to heal, gain clarity, peace, hope, and find an empowering path forward after loss. Join Erica ...
…
continue reading
Welcome to Fempower Health — the trusted women’s health podcast for informed, evidence-based conversations. Navigating women’s healthcare can feel overwhelming — from reproductive years through perimenopause and beyond. Fempower Health helps you cut through the noise with expert interviews, research-backed insights, and practical guidance you can trust. Hosted by Georgie Kovacs, a seasoned women’s health advocate with 20+ years in the healthcare industry, each episode connects you with leadi ...
…
continue reading
Sisters in Loss podcast spotlights faith filled black women who share their grief and loss stories and testimonies. Black women experience miscarriage and stillbirth four times more than white women according to the NIH and CDC. Whether you have experienced a miscarriage, infant loss, stillbirth, are trying to conceive or have an infertility diagnosis, you will learn about resources and strategies to heal, gain clarity, peace, hope, and find an empowering path forward after loss. Join Erica ...
…
continue reading
Sisterhood Through Infertility and Pregnancy Loss Did I do something to cause my miscarriage? What should I expect during fertility treatments? Was my pregnancy loss experience normal? Is my body against me? Is God punishing me? And the biggest question of all, does anyone understand what I'm going through? No matter what season you're in; loss, fertility treatments or taking a break from it all, this is the show for you. The Joy of Sunflowers Podcast is an ongoing collection of real and raw ...
…
continue reading
Beat Infertility is a twice weekly podcast where we get real about infertility, empower you to take back control, and provide you with hope for the future. On Mondays, we feature interviews with infertility warriors. On Fridays, we feature interviews with experts. We cover the whole range of infertility diagnoses, including Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, diminished ovarian reserve / premature ovarian failure, luteal phase defects, male factor infertility, multiple/recurrent ...
…
continue reading
1
The Fertility Suite
Connecting you with Fertility Experts - Download our FREE Fertility Supplements Guide
A podcast to empower, educate and support couples struggling with any aspect of fertility. If you have been diagnosed with 'unexplained infertility' or suffered repeated unsuccessful IVF cycles or recurrent losses, then this podcast is for you. We talk to some of the leading experts in the world of fertility, to give you the information to make informed decisions about your own fertility path. Looking at all areas and leaving no stone unturned. The Fertility Suite offer 1:1 Fertility & Misca ...
…
continue reading
Real-life uncut stories of infertility survivors & expert advice that validates, educates, & creates a community where no one is left silently suffering. Your host is Monique, an IVF-mom to one, entrepreneur, and women’s health advocate. Join us as we amplify infertility awareness, heal, & end the stigmas!
…
continue reading
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ...
…
continue reading
Welcome to Cycle Wisdom: Women's Health & Fertility, where we empower women to achieve natural menstrual cycles to improve health and promote fertility. This enlightening podcast is hosted by Dr. Monica Minjeur, the physician-founder of Radiant Clinic, who specializes in Restorative Reproductive Medicine. She shares her expertise and passion for helping to find root cause solutions for menstrual cycle irregularities, educating on the importance of lifestyle modifications for improved health, ...
…
continue reading
Making the world of infertility a little less lonely, one tale at a time. Real tales told by those experiencing IVF. Join the Insta tribe! @ivftalespodcast
…
continue reading
The journey to parenthood can be a difficult one. For many, fertility can be one of life‘s greatest challenges. Join me, Emma Gilmartin, as I talk to people with all different types of experiences, including stories of loss and grief but also, and most importantly, stories of strength and hope. We’ll talk openly about different challenges, including miscarriage, recurrent loss, unexplained infertility, IVF and more. And provide you with advice, support and comfort. You’re not alone in this.
…
continue reading
Oh Crumbs - The Gluten Free Podcast. A podcast about all things gluten free, coeliac disease and more. By gluten free bloggers Laura Strange and Sarah Howells. Each week, guests will be talking about their free from lives including: gluten free diets, children with allergies and intolerances, IBS, low FODMAP, IBD and Crohns, allergies and coeliac disease. Episodes will feature a range of people from chefs and authors to television stars and bloggers. FOLLOW US: Instagram: www.instagram.com/o ...
…
continue reading
Hosted by Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists Elizabeth Cullen BHlthSc (TCM), MWomHMED and Georgia Payten BHlthSc (TCM). Integrating Chinese Medicine podcast provides an educational platform for listeners to integrate Eastern practices and philosophy into their daily life. Through discussing all facets of Conventional and Chinese Medicine, listeners can begin to become advocates of their own health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
…
continue reading
Welcome to the podcast all about how babies and families are made. In this series, working midwife, mother and bestselling author Leah Hazard speaks to remarkable women and men from all walks of life about fertility, birth, pregnancy and parenting. She explores the way we see our bodies and our relationships, the choices we make as we build our families, and the highs and lows that those choices can bring. No judgment, no shame. Just real stories, and all the warmth, wit and compassion you’d ...
…
continue reading
Preconceived: Five Stories of IVF and Surrogacy is a collection of conversations with women who had very different experiences going through in vitro fertilization for that one outcome: a baby. Laura went through an IVF journey because of her PCOS diagnosis and a series of miscarriages. Kate went through IVF for a reason not commonly talked about. You'll also hear three surrogacy stories: Heidi was a gestational carrier* twice, working through an agency. Her story demonstrates the unpredicta ...
…
continue reading
1
115. Miscarriage & Recurrent Pregnancy Loss: A Thoughtful, Cycle-Informed Evaluation
18:28
18:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
18:28What if the most important step after pregnancy loss isn’t “try again,” but being truly seen and given a thoughtful plan? In this special episode for Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month, Dr. Monica Minjeur shares how restorative reproductive medicine supports women with cycle-informed evaluation, timed hormone labs, thyroid and insulin testing,…
…
continue reading
1
Building Military Families: Julie's Journey from Loss to Community
10:56
10:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:56Guest: Julie Eshelman, Founder & CEO, Building Military Families Network Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny Today's guest always dreamed of building a family. But when she and her husband began trying to conceive, they faced years of unanswered questions and a string of devastating losses. Like many military families, Julie Eshelman's journey was shaped not…
…
continue reading
1
117. Fertility Stress & Intimacy: What No One Talks About
16:07
16:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
16:07What if the hardest part of trying to conceive isn’t the lab work—but what it does to your relationship? In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores how timed intercourse can shift from connection to pressure and what couples can do to reclaim intimacy. You’ll hear Hannah and Ben’s story, plus practical ways to protect emotional closenes…
…
continue reading
1
Metabolism Health and Menopause | Dr. Lara Briden
42:38
42:38
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
42:38Originally Published June 2024. It's Diabetes Awareness Month and Metabolic Health is an important proactive measure! How are metabolism, health, and menopause linked? Listen as Dr. Lara Briden shares insights from her new book, Metabolism Repair for Women. Episode Summary In this episode, we hear from Dr. Lara Briden, naturopathic doctor and celeb…
…
continue reading
1
S9 E30 - IVF, heartbreak & crisis friends. Davina's story from down under
46:14
46:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:14This week, we’re chatting with the wonderful Davina, who opens up about her journey to motherhood — the hope, the heartbreak, and all the messy bits in between. From the crushing lows of loss to the emotional rollercoaster that is IVF, Davina shares her story with honesty, humour, and strength that’ll stay with you long after you listen. We talk ab…
…
continue reading
1
116. When Illness Delays Ovulation: Infections, Long COVID & Your Cycle
17:11
17:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
17:11Illness can throw off your hormones—and it’s not “just stress.” In this episode, Dr. Monica Minjeur explains how acute infections and Long COVID can delay ovulation, shorten the luteal phase, trigger heavier or brown bleeding, and decrease your energy. You’ll learn what typically self-corrects within a couple of cycles, when 3+ irregular cycles sig…
…
continue reading
1
410 - October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month! Intrauterine Growth Restriction and Infant Loss with Laura Gooch Brown
33:12
33:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:12October is Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Month. All month long we will honor our babies gone to heaven far too soon. This month is special because you get to hear from our Sisters in Loss Birth, Bereavement and Postpartum Doulas! Yes, you get to hear the ladies share their testimonies and stories to motherhood and why they became Siste…
…
continue reading
1
410 - October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month! Intrauterine Growth Restriction and Infant Loss with Laura Gooch Brown
33:12
33:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:12October is Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Month. All month long we will honor our babies gone to heaven far too soon. This month is special because you get to hear from our Sisters in Loss Birth, Bereavement and Postpartum Doulas! Yes, you get to hear the ladies share their testimonies and stories to motherhood and why they became Siste…
…
continue reading
1
Why Healthcare Gets Progesterone Wrong — And How to Get the Right Care | Dr. Jerilynn Prior & Dr. James Simon
46:39
46:39
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:39Episode Summary: Progesterone and progestins sound alike — but they act very differently in a woman’s body. This episode breaks down how that confusion took root and what it means for hormone therapy, contraception, and women’s health research. Endocrinologist Dr. Jerilynn Prior and gynecologist Dr. Jim Simon join Georgie Kovacs to explore evidence…
…
continue reading
1
S9 E29 - Love, loss, courage and the power of connection - Alfie's story
1:00:49
1:00:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:49💔 Episode Summary In this beautifully open and emotional chat, Sarah shares the story of her little boy, Alfie - her first baby, born too soon. She takes us through the whirlwind of pregnancy complications, the rollercoaster of NICU life, and the heartbreaking loss of Alfie. This isn’t just a story about loss - it’s about love, courage, and the pow…
…
continue reading
1
409 - October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month! Thyroidectomy, Infertility, and Miscarriage with Shanicka Vail House
35:41
35:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:41October is Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Month. All month long we will honor our babies gone to heaven far too soon. This month is special because you get to hear from our Sisters in Loss Birth, Bereavement and Postpartum Doulas! Yes, you get to hear the ladies share their testimonies and stories to motherhood and why they became Siste…
…
continue reading
1
409 - October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month! Thyroidectomy, Infertility, and Miscarriage with Shanicka Vail House
35:41
35:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:41October is Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Month. All month long we will honor our babies gone to heaven far too soon. This month is special because you get to hear from our Sisters in Loss Birth, Bereavement and Postpartum Doulas! Yes, you get to hear the ladies share their testimonies and stories to motherhood and why they became Siste…
…
continue reading
1
Women With ADHD: Late Diagnosis, Hormonal Changes, and Symptom Management | Dr. Maggie Sibley
42:02
42:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
42:02Originally Published April 2024. Sharing in honor of ADHD Awareness Month. Dr. Maggie Sibley explains the often-misunderstood reality of women with ADHD, from evaluation and treatment to symptom management and hormonal changes. Episode Summary In this fascinating episode of Fempower Health, Georgie Kovacs is joined by Dr. Maggie Sibley, a renowned …
…
continue reading
1
Building Family After Breast Cancer: A Broken Brown Egg AHA Grant Winner's Story
13:37
13:37
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
13:37Guest: Deniece and Gardy Delerme, AHA Grant Recipients Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny Deniece discovered a lump that led to a stage two breast cancer diagnosis just days before her 33rd birthday. In today's episode, she and her husband Gardy share their emotional journey navigating cancer treatment, fertility preservation, and the financial burden that …
…
continue reading
1
S9 E28 Navigating Ovulation with Hannah Pearn: A Real Guide to Fertility
40:25
40:25
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:25This week, Bex & Laura dive deep into the fascinating (and sometimes downright confusing) world of the menstrual cycle, ovulation, and fertility. Whether you’re trying to maximise your chances of conceiving, wanting to learn a little more about your lovely lady bod, or just wondering what the bloody hell cervical mucus is all about — this one’s for…
…
continue reading
1
114. GLP-1 Medications & Fertility: What Women Need to Know
15:14
15:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
15:14What if the medication helping your blood sugar and weight was quietly disrupting your menstrual cycle—or even your fertility? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores how GLP-1 agonists (like semaglutide and tirzepatide) intersect with hormones, ovulation, and conception. Learn why some women see improved cycles, while others e…
…
continue reading
1
408 - I wrote a Book! Never Healing Alone!
21:45
21:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
21:45Today's episode is a solo episode. I finished my manuscript for Never Healing Alone: For Black Women Silenced by Pregnancy Loss When Being Strong Isn't Enough. My debut book comes out next October 2026 and I have taken you all along this journey. I share the writing process, my hope and prayer for you reading the book. I also even share an excerpt.…
…
continue reading
1
408 - I wrote a Book! Never Healing Alone!
21:45
21:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
21:45Today's episode is a solo episode. I finished my manuscript for Never Healing Alone: For Black Women Silenced by Pregnancy Loss When Being Strong Isn't Enough. My debut book comes out next October 2026 and I have taken you all along this journey. I share the writing process, my hope and prayer for you reading the book. I also even share an excerpt.…
…
continue reading
1
Menopause, Estrogen & the FDA: What Experts Say Needs to Change | Dr. James Simon
43:01
43:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:01Episode Summary The FDA held a rare public hearing to reconsider the safety labels on vaginal estrogen—a pivotal moment for menopause care. In this episode, Dr. James Simon, a leading menopause specialist and clinical researcher, joins Georgie Kovacs to unpack what the hearing revealed, why the current labeling may do more harm than good, and what …
…
continue reading
1
S9 E27 Men, Miscarriage & Marathons - Olly shares his experience and his upcoming (crazy) challenge
31:41
31:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:41This week we’re joined by the brilliant Olly Brown, who opens up about his family’s experience of miscarriage and the arrival of his daughter afterwards. Olly talks honestly about the devastation of loss, the ripple effect it has on partners, and why community support can make all the difference when you’re navigating grief. As if that wasn’t inspi…
…
continue reading
1
113. Brown Bleeding & Fertility: Could It Be Chronic Endometritis?
15:25
15:25
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
15:25Could persistent brown bleeding or unexplained fertility struggles be more than “just old blood”? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur uncovers the often-missed condition of chronic endometritis—a quiet, low-grade inflammation of the uterine lining that standard fertility workups frequently overlook. You’ll learn how to recognize key…
…
continue reading
1
407 - October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month! High Risk Pregnancy and Miscarriage with Kayanna Mooreland-Law
38:13
38:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:13October is Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Month. All month long we will honor our babies gone to heaven far too soon. Imagine experiencing two losses in less than two years? Today's guest experienced two miscarriages within 18 months. Kayanna Mooreland-Law experienced a miscarriage at 11 weeks and birthed at home in the restroom. She we…
…
continue reading
1
407 - October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month! High Risk Pregnancy and Miscarriage with Kayanna Mooreland-Law
38:13
38:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:13October is Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Month. All month long we will honor our babies gone to heaven far too soon. Imagine experiencing two losses in less than two years? Today's guest experienced two miscarriages within 18 months. Kayanna Mooreland-Law experienced a miscarriage at 11 weeks and birthed at home in the restroom. She we…
…
continue reading
1
PPD & Postpartum Psychosis: Support for Women and Families | Dr. Theresa Costales
1:00:18
1:00:18
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:18By Georgie Kovacs
…
continue reading
1
S9 E26 The Emotional Toll of IVF and Miscarriage
41:05
41:05
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:05This week, Bex & Laura sit down with the wonderful Carys and Tasha to talk all things IVF, loss, and love. Their story begins back in December 2021, when they started their IVF journey with all the excitement and nerves you’d expect. Along the way, they faced some of the hardest challenges- hyperstimulation syndrome, medical miscommunication, and h…
…
continue reading
1
406 - October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month! Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Ectopic Pregnancy Loss, and Secondary Infertility with Anesha Stanley
1:12:53
1:12:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:53October is Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Month. All month long we will honor our babies gone to heaven far too soon. Have you heard of recurrent pregnancy loss? Recurrent Pregnancy Loss is defined by two or more failed pregnancies and is considered distinct from infertility. When the cause is unknown, each pregnancy loss merits careful…
…
continue reading
1
406 - October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month! Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Ectopic Pregnancy Loss, and Secondary Infertility with Anesha Stanley
1:12:53
1:12:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:53October is Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Month. All month long we will honor our babies gone to heaven far too soon. Have you heard of recurrent pregnancy loss? Recurrent Pregnancy Loss is defined by two or more failed pregnancies and is considered distinct from infertility. When the cause is unknown, each pregnancy loss merits careful…
…
continue reading
1
112. Irregular Periods: What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You
16:28
16:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
16:28Irregular periods aren’t random—they’re your body’s way of signaling that something deeper may be going on. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur unpacks the most common causes of irregular cycles, from PCOS and thyroid dysfunction to stress, hypothalamic amenorrhea, and more. Through Nora’s story, you’ll see how cycle charting plus t…
…
continue reading
1
AI Won’t Fix Healthcare if It Ignores Women | Dr. Nikita Patel
1:00:31
1:00:31
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:31Episode Summary AI is everywhere — from apps on our phones to tools shaping clinical care. But what does it really mean for women’s health? Could AI finally close the health gap — or will it reinforce the same frustrations women already face in the doctor’s office? In this episode of Fempower Health, Georgie Kovacs sits down with Dr. Nikita Patel, …
…
continue reading
1
S9E25: Stillbirth at 38 Weeks: Serena’s Story of Loss, Grief and Hope
38:40
38:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:40: In this deeply moving episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we welcome Serena, a courageous mother from Toronto, who shares the heartbreaking story of losing her son Christopher to stillbirth at 38 weeks after a seemingly healthy pregnancy. Serena opens up about the shock of umbilical cord complications (umbilical cord stricture), navigating postp…
…
continue reading
1
S9E23: Infertility, Miscarriage & Losing Tia to Edwards Syndrome: Sera and Corby’s Journey
37:43
37:43
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:43In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Sera and Corby share their heart-breaking journey through infertility, miscarriage, and the devastating loss of their baby girl, Tia, to Edwards Syndrome (Trisomy 18). They open up about: Living with PCOS, infertility, and fertility treatment Receiving a Trisomy 18 / Edwards Syndrome diagnosis during pre…
…
continue reading
1
S9 E24 Recurrent Miscarriage & Empty Sac Pregnancy: Hannah’s Story of Loss and Survival
51:14
51:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:14In this powerful episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we sit down with community member Hannah as she bravely shares her deeply personal journey through pregnancy, miscarriage, and recurrent loss. Hannah talks candidly about: Experiencing an empty sac pregnancy and the shock of “no baby at the scan.” The devastation of multiple miscarriages and nav…
…
continue reading
1
Redefining Family: Choosing to Move On After Recurrent Loss
14:16
14:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:16Guest: Justine Galloway, Progyny Member Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny Many of the stories we share on this show end with successful pregnancy, that's the goal of family building, after all. But not every journey reaches that destination, and it's important to shine a light on those stories. Sometimes the family building journey means embracing the fami…
…
continue reading
1
111. PCOS Awareness Month Special: The Right Way to Diagnose & Treat
17:49
17:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
17:49During this month, of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Awareness, we discuss one of the most common yet misunderstood conditions women face. Too often, the diagnosis is handed out—or dismissed—based on a single untimed lab or quick ultrasound. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur dives into the real signs of PCOS, why proper timing a…
…
continue reading
1
Pain Relief for Endometriosis | Dr. Allyson Shrikhande
29:30
29:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:30Originally Published May 2024. Re-sharing in honor of Chronic Pain Awareness Month Are there ways to find pain relief for endometriosis? Listen as Dr. Allyson Shrikhande shares her expert insights on a whole-person approach to pain management. Episode Summary In this episode of Fempower Health, Georgie Kovacs hosts Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, a special…
…
continue reading
1
110. Why ‘Normal’ Lab Results Can Still Miss the Diagnosis
22:41
22:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
22:41What if being told “your labs are normal” didn’t mean normal at all—but incomplete? In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur unpacks why conventional testing often misses the root causes of infertility, irregular cycles, and miscarriage. You’ll learn how cycle-informed, time-specific testing reveals the bigger picture and how a restorati…
…
continue reading
1
405 - All About Surrogacy Ijeamaka Ogbonna
58:01
58:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
58:01Today's episode is all about Surrogacy. Surrogacy is an arrangement in which a woman (the surrogate) agrees to carry and give birth to a child on behalf of another person or couple (the intended parent/s). The process of surrogacy is complex. Today's guest Ijeamaka Ogbonna shares her journey to motherhood through painful losses and why surrogacy wa…
…
continue reading
1
405 - All About Surrogacy Ijeamaka Ogbonna
58:01
58:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
58:01Today's episode is all about Surrogacy. Surrogacy is an arrangement in which a woman (the surrogate) agrees to carry and give birth to a child on behalf of another person or couple (the intended parent/s). The process of surrogacy is complex. Today's guest Ijeamaka Ogbonna shares her journey to motherhood through painful losses and why surrogacy wa…
…
continue reading
1
The Real Barriers to Women’s Health Innovation | Joanna Strober
41:08
41:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:08Episode Summary Women’s health faces systemic challenges that too often leave women without answers — especially in midlife, when care becomes fragmented and reimbursement models make solutions hard to scale. In this episode of Fempower Health, Georgie Kovacs speaks with Joanna Strober, CEO and co-founder of Midi Health and a seasoned entrepreneur …
…
continue reading
1
109. Endometriosis Treatment: Beyond Birth Control & Hysterectomy
18:35
18:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
18:35Endometriosis care is too often reduced to “birth control or hysterectomy”—but women deserve better. In this second part of our endometriosis deep dive, Dr. Monica Minjeur explores treatment strategies that go beyond symptom suppression. We’ll talk about how bioidentical hormones, anti-inflammatory support, and cycle-informed care can help while yo…
…
continue reading
1
Sickle Cell Awareness Spotlight: Teonna's Journey with Fertility and Advocacy
14:23
14:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:23Guest: Teonna Woolford, CEO & Co-Founder, SC RED Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny Teonna had always known she wanted to have a lot of kids. At the age of nineteen, she discovered something that would change the trajectory of her life: she might be infertile due to sickle cell disease. Despite years of managing sickle cell, in and out of hospitals, doctor'…
…
continue reading
By Georgie Kovacs
…
continue reading
1
S9E22: Stillbirth at 24 Weeks: Georgie’s Story of Loss, Negligence and Survival
37:13
37:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:13In this powerful episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham speak with Georgie, former Great British Bake Off contestant, neonatal nurse, and bereaved mother, about her raw, unfiltered journey through stillbirth, miscarriage, baby loss, ADHD, and life after unimaginable grief.Georgie shares the heartbreaking story of l…
…
continue reading
1
108. Endometriosis Symptoms & Diagnosis: What Every Woman Needs to Know
18:58
18:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
18:58Endometriosis is more than just painful periods—it’s a chronic condition that can impact fertility, digestion, bladder health, and your overall quality of life. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur unpacks why diagnosis is so often delayed, why ultrasounds and even MRIs may miss it, and when to seek surgical expertise. Through Lena’s…
…
continue reading
1
403 - Turning Child Loss into Sunsets with Ariane Oyere
46:41
46:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:41Motherhood is what today's guest calls a "Rites of Passage" to the best hoods on Mother Earth. Ariane Oyere is a wife and mother of 7. She experience the lost of her 3rd born at 9 years old and then two miscarriages after his Sunset. Her babies she refers to as the Summer Solstice. In this episode, Oyere takes us back to her greatest obstacles in l…
…
continue reading
1
403 - Turning Child Loss into Sunsets with Ariane Oyere
46:41
46:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:41Motherhood is what today's guest calls a "Rites of Passage" to the best hoods on Mother Earth. Ariane Oyere is a wife and mother of 7. She experience the lost of her 3rd born at 9 years old and then two miscarriages after his Sunset. Her babies she refers to as the Summer Solstice. In this episode, Oyere takes us back to her greatest obstacles in l…
…
continue reading
1
Why Women Need a Different Approach to Longevity
59:07
59:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:07Longevity isn’t just about living longer — it’s about living better. In this episode of Fempower Health, host Georgie Kovacs sits down with Roma van der Walt, a sports scientist, women’s health strategist, and CEO of Vitelle, to unpack what longevity really means for women. Roma explains why the biohacking trend often overlooks female physiology, h…
…
continue reading
1
S9E21: Writing With Purpose: Ali Harris on Losing Poppy at 23 Weeks
58:25
58:25
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
58:25In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we are joined by Ali Harris — bestselling author, mother, and now the writer of her most personal and powerful novel yet, This Wasn’t Meant to Happen.Ali shares her heartbreaking but inspiring journey through termination for medical reasons (TFMR) following a devastating Edwards Syndrome (Trisomy 18) dia…
…
continue reading
1
107. Insulin Resistance, Blood Sugar & Hormones: What Your Doctor Might Be Missing
21:46
21:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
21:46Insulin resistance and blood sugar imbalances can quietly disrupt ovulation, cause irregular cycles, worsen acne, and make fertility harder to achieve. In this episode of Cycle Wisdom, Dr. Monica Minjeur shares Becky’s journey to natural conception after uncovering hidden insulin issues. Learn how restorative medicine testing finds problems missed …
…
continue reading
1
402 - Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR) with Hadeer El Hindawi
41:17
41:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:17Have you heard of the term Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR)? Termination for Medical Reasons, or TFMR, is when a pregnancy is terminated due to a chromosomal, genetic or structural fetal abnormality, or where continuing the pregnancy would risk the health or life of the mother. Today's guest was able to conceive her first child naturally and …
…
continue reading