Big Fat Negative: TTC, fertility, infertility and IVF
Big Fat NegativeBig Fat Negative is the podcast about IVF, infertility and the trials of TTC - aka trying for a baby. Co-hosted by journalists and friends Emma Forsyth Haslett and Gabriella Griffith, the show follows their stories on the not-so-simple journey to motherhood, while also interviewing a range of experts on all things infertility.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 149 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessParentingKids & Family | |||
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Cathy Adams is the travel news features editor for The Times and Sunday Times -- and also a person who has spent years trying to conceive her second child. Now, she's at a crossroads: give up IVF and reconcile herself to having one child, or keep add... more
This week we're joined by Tristan Taylor, the founder of Mandrology, who is biohacking his way to sperm health. He explains why sperm quality is a biomarker of health, in the same way that heart rate and blood pressure is -- and what you can do to im... more
Oonagh Pickering is one of the research nurses at Tommy's whose study on graduated miscarriage care has already changed how the Scottish NHS approaches care after pregnancy losses -- and now they want England to make a change, too. Oonagh joins us to... more
The sourdough baker Martha de Lacey joins us this week: she has run the full gamut of infertility experiences, from going solo to recurrent miscarriage to secondary infertility. "It's so difficult when you give yourself this story of why things happe... more
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- This is what I wish I had listened to earlier!
It’s very honest, row, funny, emotional.
As I’ve been in the “journey” for a long time, wish I had met this a lot earlier.
I got quickly addicted to it!
It was so nice to hear so many people in the same situation.
Apple Podcasts4seata
United Kingdom7 months ago - Great podcast!
Love the helpful and useful information that’s shared on this show! Definitely recommend giving it a listen.
Apple Podcasts5dianni faith
United States10 months ago - So Helpful
I recently had a very discouraging moment with my IVF treatment and really needed someone who understands. I found this podcast, and it’s just been so comforting and normalizing to hear about others’ similar experiences.
Apple Podcasts5Bcay237United Statesa year ago - So glad I found this
On my fourth month of trying and so happy to have this to listen to during the two week wait. Just super comforting and wonderful - all I want to speak about is ttc but don’t want to overwhelm my friends or husband and this podcast really soothes that craving! Without losing me any friends!
Apple Podcasts5Review17659United Kingdom2 years ago - A Secondary Infertility Silver Lining
Thank you for making me laugh out loud and feel seen and heard with this podcast. I am only four episodes in and I feel lighter. ❤️
Apple Podcasts5ListenerJADUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #154 | United Kingdom/Health & Fitness |
Apple Podcasts | #193 |  India/Health & Fitness |
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Two hosts guide conversations around fertility, IVF, miscarriage care, and the emotional and practical realities of trying for a baby, blending personal experiences with expert insights. Recent episodes showcase medical policy shifts, IVF timelines, nutrition, mental health, and patient advocacy, often featuring clinicians, researchers, and founders shaping fertility care. The format pairs candid storytelling with accessible explanations, making complex fertility topics feel approachable while highlighting the human side of fertility journeys. Noteworthy elements include a strong community focus, a mix of clinical and personal perspectives, and guests who illuminate both medical fundamentals and lived experience, which helps listeners feel ... more
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