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Misconception

a gaia family podcast

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.

How to listen

You can listen to Misconception on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Transcripts of every episode are available.

S1E05 - Supporting a friend through fertility treatment: in conversation with Beci Piggott

S1E05 - Supporting a friend through fertility treatment: in conversation with Beci Piggott

This week we’re talking to our host's best friend, Beci. Amber was trying to conceive for 7 years, going through 3 cycles of IVF. And by her side the whole way through, was Beci. We often talk about what we don't want to hear when trying to conceive, and so this week we are shining a light on the perspective on the friend supporting you through it.

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S1E04 - Starting your fertility journey: in conversation with Coni Longden-Jefferson

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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26 Mar
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S1E03 - When IVF doesn't work: in conversation with Annabel Gurnett

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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Join our fertility community Facebook group, IVF Unfiltered: the truth behind treatment here.

19 Mar
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S1E02 - Losing Weight for IVF: in conversation with Nicole Robinson

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.

Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com.
Follow us on Instagram and TikTok!
Join our fertility community Facebook group, IVF Unfiltered: the truth behind treatment here.

12 Mar
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What we cover on the podcast

In previous episodes, we've had fascinating conversations about donor treatment (including double donation IVF!), surrogacy, reciprocal motherhood, male factor infertility, and so much more.

In our most recent season, we speak to TikTok’s Caitlyn O’Neil about her experience going through IVF, plus an open and honest conversation about the nuances of parenting after fertility treatment.

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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