IVF Real Talk

Lucy and Yaelle
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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 your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    EP 67 | Unexplained infertility with Dr Kokum

    Being told “everything looks normal” can feel anything but reassuring, especially when you’re still not getting pregnant. In this episode, we gently explore unexplained infertility with Dr Kokum, a fertility specialist from Melbourne IVF, who also understands this diagnosis on a deeply personal level after walking through her own journey with unexplained infertility. We talk about what unexplained infertility really means, is it sometimes given too early? & how exhausting it can be to live in the space of not knowing. Dr Kokum shares insight into what standard testing may miss and the fertility factors medicine simply can’t yet measure. We also acknowledge the emotional toll, the confusion, the self-doubt, and the quiet grief that can come with having no clear answer or plan. From discussions around IVF to common misinformation.  This episode is proudly sponsored by Melbourne IVF: mivf.com.au | IG: @melbourneivf_official | FB: facebook.com/MelbourneIVF Find Dr Kokum Jayasinghe here: Insta @drkokum and Facebook Dr Kokum Jayasinghe Fertile Minds podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4K81pLaySR19hngC0rJt2y?si=LlXhBjobSviWQKFBoBQufw DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/  https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast  Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

    39 min

  2. 1 FEB

    EP 66 | Your most unhinged fertility stories!

    Lucy and Yaelle are back! In their first episode of 2026, the hosts ease back into things with a check-in on where they’ve been. Then, things get a little unhinged. Listeners were asked to send in their most outrageous ,unexpected, and unforgettable fertility moments, and they absolutely delivered. From laugh-out-loud chaos to stories that made everyone pause and take a breath, the hosts read through submissions together and reflect on just how wild, emotional, and unpredictable this journey can be. Some stories are funny.Some are hard.Some are deeply emotional. All of them are a reminder that no one is alone in this. Thank you to everyone who trusted IVF Real Talk with their stories, and welcome back. DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

    45 min

  3. 21/12/2025

    EP 65 | Wrapped! Last Episode Of 2025

    For the season finale, and the last episode of the year, we’re looking back at the moments that shaped this season. We chat about the episode we’d delete if we could, the one that almost didn’t make it to air, and what really goes on behind the scenes. A massive thank you to our listeners and sponsors. we’re taking a break and will be back in the new year! DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

    42 min

  4. 14/12/2025

    EP 64 | Calming the Chaos: Jen Edmonds on Stress, Regulation & Her Personal Journey

    In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jen Edmonds todive deep into stress, nervous system regulation, and the transformative turning points that reshaped her life. Jen opens up about her own fertility journey and the moment she realised stress had completely taken over, the signsshe ignored, and the breakthroughs that sparked her healing. We explore how chronic stress shows up in the body, why somany of us miss the early warning signs, and what nervous system dysregulation really looks like beneath the surface. Jen breaks down the mind–body connection, themyths we need to let go of, and the simple daily tools anyone can use to regulate their system and rebuild calm. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or constantly insurvival mode, this episode is for you. Links below; Register here for Jens free series in January; www.elementpilatesyoga.com/waitlist Where you can find Jen; Https://www.elementpilatesyoga.com/  Https://www.instagram.com/jen.elementpilatesyoga/  Https://www.tiktok.com/@elementpilatesandyoga  Jen’s podcast; Your Journey toFertility | Podcast on Spotify DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

    1h 7m
  5. The Miracle Mini Series: Growing, Learning, Parenting: Our Current Update

    09/12/2025 · BONUS

    The Miracle Mini Series: Growing, Learning, Parenting: Our Current Update

    Today Lucy and Yaelle are giving you a real-time update: how they are navigating food, what sleep currently looks like with toodlers, and how our parenting style continues to evolve. No perfect routines, no expert advice, just our experience, what’s working, and what we’re still figuring out our new IVF mums

    45 min

  6. 06/12/2025

    EP 63 | A Day in the Life of a Fertility Specialist with Dr Charley Zheng

    We asked Dr Charley to take us through every part of his day, yes, including how many coffees he needs to survive it. He tells us when he starts, when he finishes, whether lunch is a myth, and all the chaos that happens behind the scenes of fertility care. It’s the nitty-gritty no one ever talks about, and it’ll make you appreciate your specialist even more.DISCLAIMER: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences. IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials: https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ivfrealtalkpodcast Email: ivfrealtalkpodcast@gmail.com

    1h 6m
  7. The Miracle Mini Series: Trimester 4

    02/12/2025 · BONUS

    The Miracle Mini Series: Trimester 4

    In this episode, Lucy and Yaelle look at the fourth trimester and what those early weeks were really like from recovering after birth, getting the hang of feeding, adjusting to life at home, and working out new routines. We share what helped, what surprised us, and how we found our way through those first days of becoming mums.Trigger warning: This series includes discussions about successful IVF cycles, pregnancy, birth, and parenting. If you’re still in the thick of treatment or navigating loss, you may wish to come back when it feels right for you.

    36 min

  8. 26/11/2025

    EP 62 | Denied IVF: Ainara’s Fight as an HIV Positive Woman in Ireland

    Ainara joins us to share her powerful story of being denied IVF in Ireland solely because she is HIV positive, a decision rooted in outdated laws, not modern science. We unpack the misconceptions, the medical truths, and the emotional toll of being told she cannot access fertility treatment in her own country. This episode shines a light on stigma, inequality, and the reality for people living with HIV who simply want the chance to build a family. Today’s episode is sponsored by arxi, nail your preconception with OvaGold Shop here: https://fromarxi.com/products/ovagold and follow along on socials at https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi

    47 min
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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 your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences.

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  • Creator
    Lucy and Yaelle
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    76
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Lucy and Yaelle
  • Show Website
    IVF Real Talk

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