Today we welcome back Dr Amelia Ryan to share her wisdom with us. This episode discusses all things PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome).This episode covers;What is PCOSHow to get diagnosed What is PCOThe part that insulin play in the body How PCOS can impact Fertility Medical management of PCOSFertility Treatment options Lifestyle recommendations to manage PCOSAmelia is an amazing doctor and is someone who aligns so well with the Podcast. Her ethos for treating patients is amazing, she really is the gold standard for what care we should receive. It was a privilege to have her on today and keep your ears peeled for more episodes with her to come this Season!

Tune in to today's episode to hear from listener of the show, Jenna. She talks us through the last 7 years of heartbreak as well as taking us right back through her extensive medical history which has played a part in where she is today. Her story discusses;Reproductive health concerns from a young ageSurgeries which found Cysts, Adhesions and EndometriosisLow AMH2 Round of IVF5 Embryo TransfersThe part her faith plays in her journeyMiscarriage  Being advised to have a hysterectomy A year break from treatment Medical Menopause using Goserelin (Zoladex)Cycle never returning Advised from Doctor using Donor is only way forward Jenna was very honest with us around some of the darker moments in this journey and I believe you will resonate with her a lot, especially in those hard, disappointing moments this journey comes with. 

Today I am joined by Dr Amelia Ryan who has kindly offered us her time to help spread the word on Endometriosis. Amelia is an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist currently working at the Fertility Associates Auckland office. This episode covers; What is EndometriosisWhat are the symptoms What are the ways to get diagnosedManagement options How endo can impact fertility How can endo surgery temporarily improve your fertility Endometrioma's, what are they and how do they treat themDoes Endo impact egg quality How to manage Endo holistically Amelia is an amazing doctor and is someone who aligns so well with the Podcast. Her ethos for treating patients is amazing, she really is the gold standard for what care we should receive. It was a privilege to have her on today and keep your ears peeled for more episodes with her to come this Season!

Today I am joined by the wonderful Justine, also known as My Balance Project on Instagram. Justine takes us through her journey that ultimately lead to having her son, 12 years ago. Her story includes;PCOSWeight LossOvulation Inductions (Clomid & Trigger Injections)Impact the medications had on her personality and well being Friends and family getting pregnant Success after 18 months Discussions on having a second childWeight gain and pressure of losing it before trying Fertility Treatment againDecision not to try again How she feels years on from that decision How a pet can play a part in completing a family Justine's story is one of courage and I really loved hearing her perspective years on from her struggles and hearing how the experience of Infertility shaped her. I have no doubt you will enjoy this episode!

What does FET even mean? How does it work? And most importantly, how does it feel? Tune in to this episode to hear me talk you through all of the above, plus so much more. During my recent FET cycle I recorded regular, real time updates as I went through the process. I want you all to go into this episode without apprehension so just know that this cycle was not successful. But that also means I must give a warning, as the last 20 minutes are my raw emotions caught when everything went wrong, and there are a lot of tears. This episode is a very raw account of a really emotional process so please only listen if you are in a place that you can handle the emotions. Enjoy!