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IVF Real Talk

Lucy and Yaelle
IVF
Infertility
Endometriosis
Fertility Treatments
Fertility
Miscarriage
Pregnancy
Mental Health
Community Support
PCOS
Laparoscopy
Fertility Journey
Reproductive Health
Egg Freezing
Acupuncture
Fertility Specialists
Embryology
Recurrent Miscarriages
Immune Protocol
Embryo Transfer

Welcome to IVF Real Talk a weekly podcast hosted by Lucy and Yaelle, two friends who’ve been through IVF . Each week they share honest conversations with real people about their fertility journeys, alongside insights from leading doctors and specialists. IVF Real Talk is a safe space for anyone navigating infertility, reminding you that you’re not alone on this journey. Disclaimer: please refer to... more

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Latest Episodes

After asking listeners to share their best IVF hacks andtips, the hosts dive into the responses, discussing the practical, the surprising, and the heartwarming ideas that helped people through treatment.

Along the way, they chat about which tips are... more

In this episode, Professor Deirdre Zander-Fox, Chief Scientific Officer at Monash IVF Group talks about all things embryology and what happens behind the scenes in the lab.

From fertilisation and embryo development to understanding attrition rates,... more

In this episode, Lucy and Yaelle explore something many people experience during fertility treatment but rarely hear talked about: IVF brain. From forgetfulness and brain fog to emotional overwhelm and mental fatigue, they unpack why it happens, incl... more

This week for Men’s Health Week, we’re joined by Dr Kishani Kannangara from Monash IVF to talk all things male infertility.

From understanding male factor infertility and when to get tested, to the lifestyle factors that can impact sperm health, thi... more

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Recent Guests

Deirdre Zander-Fox
Professor in embryology
Monash IVF
Episode: EP 85 | Embryology Explained: Inside the IVF Lab
Dr. Kishani
Fertility specialist from Monash IVF
Monash IVF
Episode: EP 83 | The Male Fertility Wake-Up Call Couples Need
Dr. Dhanushi Fernando
OBGYN and IVF specialist, Monash IVF
Monash IVF
Episode: EP 81 | Navigating the IVF Noise with Dr Dhanushi Fernando
Dr. Ying Li
Fertility specialist from Genea
Genea
Episode: EP 78 | Fertility Unfiltered: The Questions You Really Want Answered with Dr Ying Li
Francesca (Fran)
Fertility nurse from Monday Fertility
Monday Fertility / Otto Fertility
Episode: EP 77 | A Wearable for Fertility… Meet OTO and Monday Fertility
Dr. Anthony Marren
Fertility specialist, medical director of Genea CBD
Genea
Episode: EP 76 | Talking All Things Egg Freezing with Dr Anthony Marren
Dr. Devini Ameratunga
Fertility specialist and medical director of Life Fertility Clinic
Life Fertility Clinic
Episode: EP 69 | Endometriosis vs Adenomyosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Dr. Kokum
IVF specialist from Melbourne IVF
Melbourne IVF
Episode: EP 67 | Unexplained Infertility with Dr Kokum
Jen Edmonds
Creator of Your Journey to Fertility and expert in fertility, yoga, and meditation.
Your Journey to Fertility
Episode: EP 64 | Calming the Chaos: Jen Edmonds on Stress, Regulation & Her Personal Journey

Hosts

Lucy
Host with recurring role guiding discussion and presenting personal IVF journey experiences; co-host in many episodes.
Yaelle
Co-host guiding discussion and questions; contributes clinical and experiential perspectives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 148 ratings
  • Thank you

    Listening to the latest ep about the emotional toll and I’m sitting here crying. Thank you for your podcast. In such a lonely journey, your podcast makes me feel understood and heard. It’s really important and means a lot to me. Please never stop!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hanpod
    Australiaa month ago
  • Great listen

    My wife and I listened together, we have just started our journey and found this podcast so relatable and helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeremy Fisher 888
    Australia4 months ago
  • I love that

    This podcast is brilliant and I have learnt so much but an egg dies every time they respond “I love that” to a guest’s thoughtful and well articulated response. It’s excruciating!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Melbourne Morgan
    Australia8 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    I have just found IVF real talk podcast and absolutely love it .. thank you so much to Lucy and Yaelle for creating such a great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B.Menzies
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Thank you

    Thank you ladies for an amazing podcast, can’t pick a favorite episode. Great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Titacin16
    Australiaa year ago

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Many praise the hosts' warmth and real-life storytelling that normalizes conversations around fertility.
Listeners appreciate the empathetic, honest approach to IVF and infertility.
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EP 85 | Embryology Explained: Inside the IVF Lab
Q: What tips help manage the five-day wait anxiety?
Seek updates if wanted, practice self-care, involve counselors when needed, and remember that engagement with embryologists is encouraged to reduce uncertainty.
EP 85 | Embryology Explained: Inside the IVF Lab
Q: What is IVF attrition and how does it vary with age?
Attrition refers to the drop-off of embryos at each stage—from eggs collected to mature eggs, fertilization, blastocyst formation, and chromosome-normal embryos—varying with age and infertility factors; it's a guide, not a guarantee.
EP 85 | Embryology Explained: Inside the IVF Lab
Q: What is embryo grading and how important is it?
Embryo grading ranks embryos to indicate development status and quality, aiding transfer decisions, though grading is subjective and varies across labs; it provides a helpful, not definitive, guide.
EP 85 | Embryology Explained: Inside the IVF Lab
Q: After egg collection, what actually happens to the eggs and what goes on behind the scenes in the lab?
Eggs and sperm are custody-bound to the lab, where they may be inseminated or microinjected, then monitored daily with grading and potential time-lapse imaging, followed by decisions on transfer, freezing, or genetic testing.
EP 85 | Embryology Explained: Inside the IVF Lab
Q: Most people meet their nursing team and their specialists. But what role does an embryologist play?
Embryologists handle eggs, sperm, and embryos, bring them together to create embryos, watch them grow for five to six days, and also communicate updates to patients, including tasks like genetic testing and freezing.

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IVF Real Talk provides a warm, survivor-led look at fertility journeys, featuring Lucy and Yaelle guiding conversations with guests from clinicians to patients. Episodes balance expert insights on medical realities with personal stories, addressing information overload, emotional well-being, surgical and treatment experiences, and practical strategies for navigating clinics, couples' dynamics, and decision-making. The show stands out for its empathetic tone, transparent sharing of personal journeys, and a focus on supporting listeners through the emotional and logistical challenges of IVF and infertility while highlighting patient advocacy and community-building.

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1. Deirdre Zander-Fox
2. Dr. Kishani
3. Dr. Dhanushi Fernando
4. Dr. Ying Li
5. Francesca (Fran)
6. Dr. Anthony Marren
7. Dr. Devini Ameratunga
8. Dr. Kokum

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