S2E01 - Premature Ovarian Failure & DEIVF: in conversation with Emily Patel
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'.
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S1E01 - Endometriosis, IVF and loss: in conversation with Miranda Burns
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.
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S1E02 - Losing Weight for IVF: in conversation with Nicole Robinson
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.
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S1E03 - When IVF doesn't work: in conversation with Annabel Gurnett
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 tribulations of IVF, listen to Annabel's advice on how she has chosen to cope with her path to parenthood.
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S1E04 - Starting your fertility journey: in conversation with Coni Longden-Jefferson
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.
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About the show
Misconception
Misconception: a Gaia Family podcast is your go-to podcast for all things family building.
From the early stages of understanding fertility, to the hurdles of trying to conceive, Misconception passes the mic to people building families on their own terms, and the people who help them make it happen.
You can listen to Misconception on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Transcripts of every episode are available.
About the host
Misconception is hosted by Amber Izzo, Gaia’s community manager.
Amber is an IVF patient, advocate, and campaigner, who became a proud parent after her own family building journey.
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