If you're searching for the best diet for PCOS, you're not alone. With so much conflicting advice about carbohydrates, sugar, dairy, gluten and supplements, knowing what to eat can feel overwhelming. In this episode of the Don't Tell Me To Relax fertility podcast,...
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154. PMOS & Fertility: What You Need to Know About Ovulation Induction & IVF
I am with Marija from Plan Your Baby to discuss the intricacies of managing PCOS and ovulation issues with ovulation induction and IVF. Marija emphasizes the need for a proper diagnosis, personalized treatment, the importance of monitoring, and how to choose the right...
153. PMOS/ PCOS & Fertility: Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance & Ovulation Explained
I am with Cory Ruth (The Women's Dietitian), a registered dietitian who specializes in PMOS, formerly known as PCOS, about how insulin resistance affects symptoms, ovulation, and fertility. Cory explains why blood sugar regulation matters even when someone is not in...
152. PCOS/PMOS & Trying to Conceive: How to Track Your Cycle & Ovulation
We're back! A brand new Series with our shiny new award 🏆 September is PCOS/PMOS Awareness Month, and in this episode I'm back with Fertility Awareness Queen Katy aka Reflex East discussing how to track a menstrual cycle when you have PMOS. If you having any...
149. How Your Genes Influence Your Fertility & How To Support Them
In this episode I am with, Alison Hall, a nutritional therapist specializing in fertility. Alison discusses the complex relationship between genetics, epigenetics, and fertility. She explains how understanding genetic variants like MTHFR and supporting epigenetic...
143. A Male Perspective on the Toll of Fertility Problems with Jacky from Aloomah Fertility
Men in May- this month we will be focusing in on the male side of fertility, culminating in a Live Q&A on June 1st with Claire Mooney- male fertility expert from Fertility Solutions. If you would like to join us and ask a question- please register your...
139. How To Improve Your Egg Health
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...
136. How Expert Ultrasound Can Support Conception, Diagnosis & Luteal Phase Problems: with Bill Smith OBE
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...
127. IVF When You’re Older: Can You Improve Your Odds?
I am with Dr. Christina Hickman from Avenue's Fertility Clinic to discuss the advancements in fertility treatments, particularly for individuals over 40. She emphasizes the importance of understanding age-related fertility challenges, the role of technology such as...
125. Fertility Tips from the Experts for 2026
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...
117. Revolutionising IVF with Dr Rahi Victory
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...
114. What is a fertility massage and how can it help when you’re Trying To Conceive, with Kristina Parker
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...
95. A Better Way To Investigate Your Progesterone with Dr Amy Beckley from Proov
This episode is all about progesterone, what it is, why it's important for fertility, how to test it and how best to support it. I am joined by Dr. Amy Beckley a PhD Scientist who faced fertility and miscarriage issues of her own due to low progesterone. She founded...
91. FemTech – can it help you to conceive?
Katy & I delve into the world of FemTech, discussing various technologies designed to help track menstrual cycles and fertility. We look at the pros and cons of different devices, including Temp Drop, Apple Watch, Aura Ring, and newer pee-on-stick technologies...
87. Can supplements help improve egg quality with Ovum
I am with Jenny Wordsworth, CEO and founder of Ovum this week. Ovum is a female led company dedicated to improving the fertility journey for women. Jenny shares her personal experiences with trying to conceive, the challenges faced in the fertility market, and how...
86. Optimising Egg Quality – with Kirsty Harrison Fertility Nutritionist
I have lovely fertility nutritionist Kirsty Harrison on the show this week and we are continuing the conversation about egg quality. Kirsty explains what we can do to optimise egg quality.We discuss: How egg quality is influenced by both genetic and lifestyle...
15. Can I get pregnant with PCOS?
PCOS is a common condition that can impact many areas of health including your fertility. In this episode I discuss PCOS with Lauren, London Wellness Coach and her personal experience of being told she had PCOS from at a young age and would struggle to conceive. We discuss the impact of this and how she addressed her PCOS, went on to conceive and now works supporting other people with hormone imbalances and PCOS.


















