Knocked Up: The Podcast About Getting Pregnant

In this episide we discuss the outcomes of Assisted Reproductive Treatment (ART) and IVF.  Key topics covered in the podcast include: Possible outcomes of ART: pregnancy, unsuccessful treatment, biochemical pregnancy, miscarriage, and ectopic pregnancy. The process and timing of informing of treatment outcomes. The importance of review appointments with your specialist after treatment. Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewD

Our guest today is Dr Caroline Fiddler, a medical doctor and new mother to baby Alice who was conceived via IVF.   IVF can be overwhelming and keeping track of appointments, self-injections, procedures etc only adds to this.   So, Caroline developed the CycleGuide App during treatment to keep track of treatment instructions on her phone.   It helped her stay organised, feel more in control and gave her some peace of mind during treatment.  Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by wome

What is the definition of Obese?   How does Obesity, and weight in general impact fertility? Challenges conceiving   Challenges when trying ART Challenges during pregnancy and birth  Why are there weight limits?  Is this an issue for men as well as women?   Why is preconception weight loss important?   What role can GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro play in this context?   Are there contraindications or risks the patient and Dr need to consider when using GLP-1 drugs in anticipation of pregnancy and/or ART?  For more on Weight and Fertility: Listen: Considering Surgery for Weight Loss with Dr Lara Freeman Listen: We Need to Talk About Weight Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Wome

We have recorded many episodes in the past on Preconception Genetic Testing (PGT) – the science, what we are looking for and what we can know about embryos created in IVF through genetic evaluation.   This episode is about what to expect when you are using PGT when trying to conceive.  For more on PGT: Listen to 'What is Preconception Genetic Testing'Read 'Medicare funding and PGT in Australia'Listen to 'Who should consider PGT'Listen to Pre-implantation Genetic ScreeningRead 'Preconception ScreeningListen 'Genetic Carrier Screening and Mackenzie's Mission with Rachael Casella Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information ab

Prue Craven was 17 years old when she found out that she didn’t have a uterus. Prue has ovaries and can produce eggs. But without a uterus, she cannot carry a baby. Today, Prue and baby rose, join us on knocked up to share their story. https://www.royalwomen.org.au/areas-of-the-royal/programs Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: ellechemy.com.au/Instagram: @ellech

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproducts Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonGuest: Dr Rebecca Mackenzie-Proctor Produced by Jordi MorrisonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It sounds pretty good doesn't it? Ovarian rejuvenation. What is it and how can this procedure help our chances of getting pregnant.  Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproducts Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison Produced by Jordi MorrisonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you or your partner has had a vasectomy what are the options if circumstances change and you want to conceive.    Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproducts Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison Produced by Jordi MorrisonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For International Cesarean Awareness month Dr Raelia Lew talks us through both performing and giving birth by Caesarean section. Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproducts Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison Produced by Jordi MorrisonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is an artificial cycle for embryo transfer? Preparing the womb for embryo transfer What are the upsides? What are the downsides? How it is used Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproducts Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison Produced by Jordi MorrisonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A conversation about endometriosis and fertility between Dr Raelia Lew and Dr Sylvia Ross, Fertility Specialists at Women's Health Melbourne.  Topics discussed:  What is endometriosisHow can endometriosis affect fertilityMild moderate severeHow is endometriosis diagnosedHow is endometriosis treatedHow are assisted reproductive treatments affected by endometriosisEndometriosis and egg freezingEndometriosis and IUIEndometriosis and IVFSurgery versus IVFEmbryo banking Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet you

You made the clever decision to freeze your eggs some time ago, and now you want to use them, so what happens?  Dr Raelia talks us through the steps to success to conceive using frozen eggs Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproducts Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison Produced by Jordi MorrisonSee omnystudio.com/

Olivia Molly Rogers shares her egg freezing experience. We answer some of your questions about egg freezing as well as asking Olivia:  - How did you decide to go through with freezing your eggs- What did you know before you decided to freeze you eggs and what did you learn - When you freeze your eggs your go through education and counselling, did you find that this process prepared you enough? - Were you prepared for the physical side? What did you find challenging? What was easier than expected - You’re a very sporty person – what did you find different during the process and how long after until you felt ‘normal’ again - What’s your perspective on EF, and has it changed since completing a cycle  Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelb

IVF can be an emotional rollercoaster, in this episode we breakdown the science and explore the potential outcomes to help us be better prepared when starting the ART journey.  Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Resources: and so much more at https://www.womenshealthmelbourne.com.au/blog Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So should I freeze my eggs or shouldn’t I?  This is a very personal question. What will having frozen eggs mean to you? How likely are you to use your eggs later? Could having a baby now be an option you would ever consider? What are the factors here? How much is the cost of eggs freezing a burden to your current goals versus the opportunity cost of taking no action?   Resources:https://www.womenshealthmelbourne.com.au/egg-freezinghttps://www.womenshealthmelbourne.com.au/blog/knocked-up-podcast-the-egg-freezing-decision-making-processhttps://www.womenshealthmelbourne.com.au/blog/knocked-up-podcast-amh-the-fertility-test and so much more at https://www.womenshealthmelbourne.com.au/blog Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au.

Over 10 years in the making, there is now Medicare funding towards preconception genetic testing. Our discussion includes  What is preconception genetic screening? Who is a recessive genetic carrier? (tl:dr we all are) How could I be a carrier for a serious genetic condition and yet not be aware of it through my family history? Why has there not been a Medicare rebate before?  When will the new Medicare rebate apply from?  What will this mean in terms of choosing a genetic screening test?  What is achieved by the panel funded for CF/SMA and Fragile X?  What about the Ashkenazi Jewish screening panel and why is that separate? Why should I consider putting my rebate towards expanded panel screening options?  Results are relevant to a reproductive relationship - what does that mean?    Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's

We answer your questions, including:  Can I get botox whilst pregnant?  Why are my ovulation tests always negative Timing/spacing between babies – I'm 38, have low AMH.  Fertility whilst breastfeeding IVF and breastfeeding If you have adeno and want a family, are you on a stricter timelines (I.e. will it get worse) Can adenomyosis be genetic, like endometriosis  Should I remove a mirena before egg freezing to normalise hormones? How do you manage blood thinners during pregnancy if there was unexplained PE Pregnancy after miscarriage. So many different ‘facts’ on the internet My first pregnancy resulted in a miscarriage, I was meant to be 11 weeks but the embryo measured 7. Is there anything I should do differently when trying again? Will I need more tracking or earlier scans?  Is it normal for sperm to fall out after intercourse, why does this happen?  Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr

Is what we read in the SMH/The Age true? Read the article here If sperm count is falling, why is this? Are there workarounds? Can sperm be improved?  Other helpful resources:  What Can Be Done to Prevent Male Infertility?Here are some past concerns that may cause male infertility nowGenetics of Male Infertility with Dr Sarah CatfordLet’s bust some myths about male fertilityHow can IVF help male factor infertility We've made sperm friendly lube! Find it here Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We keep all requests anonymous. Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here. Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.