35 episodes
In/Fertility In The City Infertility In The City
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5.0 • 16 Ratings
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In/Fertility in the City is a podcast dedicated to exploring the complex relationship between in/fertility and work and how to manage this effectively.
It is hosted by Natalie Sutherland and Somaya Ouazzani (and Emma Menzies for Seasons 1-3), who have had to navigate their own fertility challenges alongside professional life, and are united in their passion for ensuring that better quality information and support is made available to others doing the same.
Together they interview incredible guests, from a variety of industries, who generously share powerful stories and valuable insights into in/fertility at work issues.
Their moving and thought-provoking discussions are intended to break the silence around this taboo topic, and inspire new attitudes and behaviours that will improve and normalise the management of fertility challenges in professional contexts.
If you’re a professional managing in/fertility, baby loss, fertility treatment or other paths to parenthood, or you have an interest in understanding and supporting those who are, then this is a ‘must listen’ for you.
TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast deals with discussions of in/fertility and/or baby loss.
You can also engage with your hosts and the growing In/Fertility in the City community by:
emailing us: info@infertilityinthecity.comfollowing us on LinkedIn ( www.linkedin.com/company/infertilityinthecity ), Instagram ( https://instagram.com/infertilityinthecity ), or X ( https://twitter.com/InFertilityCity ).
Music created by Jon Nicoll.
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Solo Motherhood By Choice
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode deals with discussions of in/fertility and/or baby loss.
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In this episode of In/Fertility in the City we're joined by the inspiring Claire Burton, a family lawyer who shares her journey from confronting unexpected jealousy at a friend's pregnancy to embracing solo parenthood, navigating the complex world of sperm donation, and defying medical odds.
Along the way, Claire and her team have switched firms and she discusses how openness about her journey was important to ensure the move was to a place where this would be supported. With candid insights into the practicalities of sperm donation and the support systems that have made her dream possible, this episode is a beacon of hope and encouragement for anyone considering solo motherhood.
Discover how Claire's unapologetic approach and meticulous planning led to her pregnancy success at 43, and what her future holds as she prepares for the joys and challenges of raising a child on her own terms.
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Claire has been a practicing family solicitor for almost 15 years. Claire specialises in private law children cases, particularly those where there are allegations of domestic and/or substance abuse. Claire is highly recommended by clients and directories with her being described as simply brilliant, a hero, legal lioness and a truly wonderful human.
Very active in her local legal community, Claire has represented family lawyers across the Thames Valley through her work with the Thames Valley Family Lawyers’ Society for which she is currently the Treasurer and Vice Chair.
In her personal life, Claire began her fertility journey in earnest in 2021. She was diagnosed with PCOS in her twenties and knew, therefore, she was likely to need some medical support to fall pregnant. Alongside that potential medical challenge, was the prospect of doing this as a solo mum.
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CONNECT WITH US You can engage with the hosts and the growing In/Fertility in the City community by:emailing us: info@infertilityinthecity.comwebsite: www.infertilityinthecity.comfollowing us on: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/infertilityinthecity
Instagram: https://instagram.com/infertilityinthecity
X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/InFertilityCity -- SEASON 4 SPONSOR:
Apricity https://www.apricityfertility.com/uk -
Let's Talk About Male Broodiness
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode deals with discussions of in/fertility and/or baby loss.
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This episode of "In/Fertility in the City" brings the spotlight onto an often-overlooked struggle: male involuntary childlessness. Dr. Robin Hadley, author and founder member of the campaign group Ageing without Children, joins us to speak candidly about his personal battle with wanting to be a dad and the complex emotions surrounding male childlessness. Discover the societal barriers that prevent men from expressing their paternal instincts and why it's crucial to change the narrative. --
Robin is a leading expert on the psychological and sociological impact of male childlessness across the life course. He has written several invited academic pieces and contributed blogs and podcasts to infertility and involuntary childless support groups. He is a founder member of the campaign group Ageing Without Children.
Robin is from Old Trafford, Manchester (UK). He comes from a large working-class family and left school with few qualifications. His previous careers include counsellor, deputy technical manager, scientific photographer, and kitchen assistant. In his 40s Robin switched careers and trained as a counsellor. Robin’s training as a counsellor and his own experience of desperately wanting to be a dad led him to research the desire for fatherhood for his self-funded MA (2008, The University of Manchester) and MSc (2009, The University of Manchester) and involuntarily childless older men for his PhD (2015, Keele).
His book ‘How is a man supposed to be a man? Male childlessness a Life Course Disrupted’ has received critical acclaimed.
He can be contacted at his Manchester Metropolitan University email: r.hadley@mmu.ac.uk or via any of the following:
Website: https://www.robinhadley.co.uk/
Twitter: https://twitter.com@robinhadley1
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrobin-a-hadley/
Google Scholar: http://bit.ly/2BPRZtw
Academia.edu: https://independent.academia.edu/DrRobinHadley
ResearchGate (RG): https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Robin-Hadley
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CONNECT WITH US You can engage with the hosts and the growing In/Fertility in the City community by:
emailing us: info@infertilityinthecity.comwebsite: www.infertilityinthecity.comfollowing us on: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/infertilityinthecity
Instagram: https://instagram.com/infertilityinthecity
X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/InFertilityCity --
SEASON 4 SPONSOR:
Apricity https://www.apricityfertility.com/uk -
The Fertility Challenges of an Embryologist
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode deals with discussions of in/fertility and/or baby loss.
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In this episode, Natalie and Somaya have a poignant conversation with Emma Whitney, a leading embryologist who has dedicated her life to helping others conceive.
Emma discusses the delicate balance of her professional duties amidst her own fertility struggles, including the loss of a child and multiple miscarriages.
Her resilience and commitment to reducing fertility journey anxiety shine through as she advocates for better workplace support for those facing similar challenges.
Discover more about Emma's inspiring mission to educate and empower individuals through their fertility journeys
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Emma Whitney is the Director of Embryology & Genetics at The Evewell, London. With over 20 years of hands-on practical IVF laboratory experience, she specialises in pre-implantation genetic testing of embryos with a passion to prevent the transmission of inherited genetic disease, and to enhance the capabilities of embryo selection.Emma’s commitment to genetics – coupled with her multitude of experience – allows for a pragmatic and honest approach when discussing embryology.
Emma believes IVF patients should have the opportunity to understand what goes on in the IVF laboratory. Her goal is to help patients alleviate some of the stress and anxiety caused by so many unknowns.
“IVF is as much an emotional journey as it is a scientific one. I endeavour to protect the mental wellbeing of my patients through education and awareness. So, no matter what science has to offer, every patient is in a better position to deal with their outcomes.”
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmatheembryologist/ and https://www.instagram.com/theevewell/ Website: https://www.evewell.com/
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CONNECT WITH US
You can engage with the hosts and the growing In/Fertility in the City community by:
emailing us: info@infertilityinthecity.comwebsite: www.infertilityinthecity.comfollowing us on: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/infertilityinthecity
Instagram: https://instagram.com/infertilityinthecity
X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/InFertilityCity--
SEASON 4 SPONSOR:
Apricity https://www.apricityfertility.com/uk -
Making Fertility Treatment Work Around Work
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode deals with discussions of in/fertility and/or baby loss.
Explore the future of fertility with In/Fertility in the City as we welcome Caroline Noublanche, CEO of Apricity, a trailblazing company offering virtual fertility treatments… and our Season 4 sponsor.
Learn how Apricity's unique model provides convenience, privacy, and high success rates, making the dream of parenthood a reality for many. From at-home scans to AI-driven medical insights, this episode unveils the next chapter in fertility care that's reshaping lives and creating families with love and science.
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Caroline Noublanche is the CEO of Apricity, the UK’s first virtual fertility clinic, a disruptive brand that is changing the way people access fertility treatment. Apricity aims to improve the chances of conception for women and couples, by combining technology and AI with personalised human care.
Caroline has over 20 years’ experience in the new technologies market, having co-founded and CEO at PRYLOS, a French app development business, and Vice-President of Marketing and Portfolio for publicly listed tech company DORO AB.
With years of strategic planning behind her, combined with her understanding of the mobile tech market, Caroline is leading the way for female entrepreneurs in the femtech market. Her ability to generate revenue and growth for a company puts her in great stead for her amazing new venture, Apricity.
Caroline is a pioneer when it comes to start up and growing tech brands like PRYLOS and DORO and brings her knowledge of the tech industry to the ever -growing female technology market.
Drawing on her extensive experience and her passion for women’s empowerment, Caroline’s aim for Apricity is to disrupt the current way we are offer fertility treatment, making it a much more personal experience for both couples and women, by bridging the gap between consumer and clinic and allowing women and couples to feel like they are part of the journey.
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CONNECT WITH US
You can engage with the hosts and the growing In/Fertility in the City community by:
emailing us: info@infertilityinthecity.comwebsite: www.infertilityinthecity.comfollowing us on: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/infertilityinthecity
Instagram: https://instagram.com/infertilityinthecity
X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/InFertilityCity --
SEASON 4 SPONSOR:
Apricity https://www.apricityfertility.com/uk -
A New Chapter for In/Fertility in the City
We’ll be launching Season 4 next week but before that we have a bonus episode to share some news about the podcast. Since we launched the show in 2022 we’ve been a trio, but lives change and create new priorities, and Emma has decided that the time is right to step back and focus on being a mum, running her business, and lots more.
In this episode, Emma talks with Natalie and Somaya about what In/Fertility in the City means to her, how it has helped her enormously over the last two years, and how proud she is of what the three of them have achieved.
They also talk about how this situation is not unique with many people as they navigate their own fertility journeys – hopefully into parenthood – finding that you can’t do it all.
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You can find out more about Emma and her fertility at work coaching and consultancy business Ready Steady Coach on her:
Website: www.readysteadycoach.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmamenzies/
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CONNECT WITH US You can engage with the hosts and the growing In/Fertility in the City community by:
emailing us: info@infertilityinthecity.comwebsite: www.infertilityinthecity.comfollowing us on: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/infertilityinthecity
Instagram: https://instagram.com/infertilityinthecity
X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/InFertilityCity -- -
In/Fertility in the City 3: Live from Clifford Chance
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode deals with discussions of in/fertility and/or baby loss.
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It’s our Season 3 finale and for the first time on the podcast we are bringing you one of our live events, our third so far.
Joining Natalie, Somaya and Emma at the offices of law firm Clifford Chance in London are panellists Keeley Lengthorn, Eraldo D’Atri, Nina Goswami, and Sophie Wellings.
They share their in/fertility journeys and discuss how things can be improved for employees, the self-employed, and anyone going through miscarriage, IVF, or adoption.
Our thanks to the panellists, our live audience, and to Clifford Chance for hosting the event. The episode also includes a chat with James Nicopoullos, clinic director at the Lister Fertility Clinic, our Season 3 sponsor. We’ll be back with Season 4 in Spring 2024.
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CONNECT WITH US You can engage with the hosts and the growing In/Fertility in the City community by:
emailing us: info@infertilityinthecity.comwebsite: www.infertilityinthecity.comfollowing us on: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/infertilityinthecity
Instagram: https://instagram.com/infertilityinthecity
X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/InFertilityCity--
SEASON 3 SPONSOR:
The Lister Fertility Clinic
Find them on:
their website https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/facilities/the-lister-hospital/units-and-teams/lister-fertility-clinicInstagram: https://instagram.com/listerfertilityclinic?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZATwitter (X) https://x.com/listerfertility?s=21&t=Fs307LOBs3ujypHYHk4OFgLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lister-hospital/
Customer Reviews
Must listen
Have been following since the beginning and will continue for long to come because this is such important and resonant content.
Incredibly important content and eye opening
Everyone needs to listen to this podcast. You may not be struggling with fertility issues yourself, but chances are someone you love or work with is. This is informative, honest, funny and sometimes upsetting, but vital, and will hopefully be the catalyst to meaningful and real changer so that every person gets the compassion and support they they deserve.
At long last!
Fantastic podcast, which I wish had been around when I was juggling my infertility/recurrent loss journey with holding a job down in a top tier law firm!
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