What To Expect When You're Injecting

Cassie Silver
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What To Expect When You're Injecting

Hosted by fiercely infertile Cassie Silver, What To Expect When You're Injecting takes listeners on a journey through the world of infertility, sharing stories from men and women, as well as her own. Nothing is off limits in this uncensored podcast, as the Australian media identity explores the highs and lows of infertility and everything in between... your legs (literally). A seamless mix of storytelling and education, the raw conversations are set to provide comfort to anyone on the rollercoaster ride to conceiving. Plus, we'll have a laugh where it's most inappropriate and ask experts the questions we've all Googled. Doctors and donors, surrogates and semen, miscarriages and milestones. For men and women, who love men or women- if you're creating life with a bit of science and a lot of love, this is for you. Join the community @injecting_to_be_expectingDisclaimer: The stories of guests are testimonials and do not represent the thoughts and opinions of What To Expect When You're Injecting. Please always seek advice from medical professionals in relation to your fertility journey

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Hosted by fiercely infertile Cassie Silver, What To Expect When You're Injecting takes listeners on a journey through the world of infertility, sharing stories from men and women, as well as her own. Nothing is off limits in this uncensored podcast, as the Australian media identity explores the highs and lows of infertility and everything in between... your legs (literally). A seamless mix of storytelling and education, the raw conversations are set to provide comfort to anyone on the rollercoaster ride to conceiving. Plus, we'll have a laugh where it's most inappropriate and ask experts the questions we've all Googled. Doctors and donors, surrogates and semen, miscarriages and milestones. For men and women, who love men or women- if you're creating life with a bit of science and a lot of love, this is for you. Join the community @injecting_to_be_expectingDisclaimer: The stories of guests are testimonials and do not represent the thoughts and opinions of What To Expect When You're Injecting. Please always seek advice from medical professionals in relation to your fertility journey

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