Expert advice, podcast episodes and fertility insights from fertility expert Hannah Pearn, expert guests and the Don’t Tell Me To Relax specialist team.
Whether you’re trying to conceive naturally, navigating IVF, managing PCOS or endometriosis, or looking for support through pregnancy and beyond, you’ll find practical, evidence-based content here alongside the real stories and conversations from our award-winning podcast.
Trigger warning: this episode discusses pregnancy loss, miscarriage and unsuccessful fertility treatment. Please take care of yourself while listening. Grief after pregnancy loss can feel particularly lonely when everyone around you seems to have moved on, but you're...
I am joined by fertility coach Carly to unpack the emotional toll, misconceptions, and support needs of women experiencing infertility. Whether you're going through it yourself or supporting someone, this episode offers insights and practical advice for...
I am with Laura Wilkes, a yoga and TRE teacher, women's health coach and soon to be acupuncturists. Laura shares her journey with TRE (Trauma Release Exercises) and how this powerful somatic practice can support stress release, emotional healing, and improve...
I am with Lindsay Chu, founder of Ovahaul and expert in reproductive health. We discuss egg health and what control we have over ways to improve it. Lindsay explains the impact of inflammation, oxidative stress, and lifestyle factors on egg quality. She shares...
(This episode is about baby loss) In this episode I am with Anita -Mai Barette. Anita shares her journey through grief, motherhood after loss, and her inspiring marathon fundraising for Evelina Hospital in memory of her son Dylan. Dylan passed away on Christmas Eve...
I am with Claire Mooney, a highly experienced consultant and clinical director at Fertility Solutions. Claire has been helping couples have children for over 30 years and joins me to discuss the latest advances in male fertility testing, particularly around...
I am with expert ultrasound specialist Bill Smith from Clinical Diagnostic Services, who shares his extensive experience in reproductive medicine, emphasising the importance of comprehensive cycle monitoring for fertility. Cycle monitoring can help support couple...
I am with nutritionist Neema Savvides . Neema shares her expertise on how nutrition impacts endometriosis and fertility. Neema herself has Endometriosis and IVF so understands first hand the impact it can have on fertility. She discusses personalized dietary...
As part of Endometriosis Awareness Month we are exploring the complex relationship between endometriosis and fertility, debunking myths and discussing holistic approaches to support women trying to conceive. In this episode I am with Louise Collyer. Louise is a...
I am with Issy who hosts the brilliant podcast Too Much Information. Issy shares her personal fertility journey, the emotional and practical aspects of trying to conceive, and her decision to pursue IVF. We discuss The impact of Trying To Conceive on many areas of...
These are our new podcast episodes where members of our community share their personal fertility stories. These episodes offer a different perspective on fertility — not just the clinical facts or expert advice, but the lived experience behind the statistics. Whether...
Happy New Year and welcome to a brand new series of Don't Tell Me To RELAX! We're kicking off 2026 with some sound advice from our very own a team of fertility acupuncturists. Having around 80 years of experience between them the team share their top tips for...
If your IVF has not gone how you hoped this episode is for you. I am with Dr. Shabana Bora from Alma Fertility to discuss the emotional and practical aspects of dealing with IVF failure. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the reasons behind unsuccessful...
Today I am with Dr. Grace Lee Brindle from Hope In Mind Psychology to discuss the often overlooked topic of secondary infertility. We explore the emotional complexities, including feelings of guilt and shame, that accompany the desire for another child when one...
I am with Dr. Rahi Victory to discuss his approach to IVF and the challenges he sees within the fertility industry. Dr. Victory is a board-certified Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Infertility specialist dedicated to helping improve the reproductive health of men...
I am joined by the lovely Kristina Parker from Harwood Fertility today, to discuss the benefits and techniques of fertility massage. Kristina is an acupuncturist and fertility massage practitioner and we discuss how fertility massage can aid in various conditions...
For this last episode in this series I am joined by psychotherapist and author of Brink of Being, Julia Bueno. Julia shares her insights on miscarriage and pregnancy loss, discussing her personal experiences and the evolution of support systems over the years. We...
I am joined by Rachel Sherriff, from The Fertility Suite to discuss the complex and sensitive topic of recurrent pregnancy loss. Rachel shares her personal journey and professional insights, offering valuable information on the causes, testing, and support available...
***Trigger warning- this episode discusses miscarriage, Termination For Medical Reason and fertility trauma.*** I am joined by the lovely fertility coach Yulia Osoyanu. Yulia shares her deeply personal journey through the challenges of infertility, IVF treatments,...
I am joined by Dr. Ed Coates to discuss the EMMA and ALICE tests, which analyze the uterine microbiome to assess fertility health. Dr Coates explains the importance of understanding the microbiome's role in implantation and how bacterial imbalances can affect...