What To Expect When You're Injecting by Fiercely Infertile
Hosted by fiercely infertile Cassie Silver, What To Expect When You're Injecting, powered by Fiercely Infertile, 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.
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Disclaimer: The stories of guests are testimonials and do not represent the thoughts and opinions of What To Expect When You're Injecting by Fiercely Infertile. Please always seek advice from medical professionals in relation to your fertility journey
Episodes
125 episodes
#124 When Joy Hurts: The Silent Grief of Being Pregnant After Infertility with Liz Bancroft
Pregnancy after infertility is supposed to feel like relief… but for so many, it feels like fear. In this episode, clinical and counselling psychologist Liz Bancroft helps us unravel the messy, unspoken truth that comes after “good news.” We ta...
#123 The Bull in the Donation Room: A Dad's IVF Story with Simon Collins
Turns out, the male fertility experience is more than just "going into a room"—though let's be real, those rooms are dire. Journalist Simon Collins breaks down what blokes actually need to know about IVF: how to support your partner, w...
#122 From Loss to Legacy with Jacqui Maloney
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and this week's episode features Jacqui, who turned her grief after two losses into purpose as Chair of the Rose Garden committee at KEMH. She shares how she transformed that devastating grie...
#121 The Gift and the Journey with Caily Martin & Hayley Gale
Donor conception is a deeply personal decision, whether you're considering becoming a donor or choosing one to build your family. Caily Martin and Hayley Gale, Donor Coordinators at Concept Fertility, guide both sides of this journey with compa...
#120 Finding Your Fertility Balance with Dr. Michelle Wellman and Nicole McPherson
Weight and fertility is far more complex than BMI numbers suggest. Dr. Michelle Wellman and Nicole McPherson from Fertility SA tackle this sensitive topic from both female and male perspectives. Dr. Wellman examines the complete weight spectrum...
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#119 Fertility First Timers with Dr. Chandrika Parmar
That first fertility clinic appointment can feel overwhelming, the waiting room anxiety, wondering if you've prepared enough, not knowing what questions to ask. In this essential episode, Dr. Chandrika Parmar, Director at Genea Fertility Melbou...
#118 The Miracle of Surrender with Marcia Ball of Naturel Haus
Meet Marcia, a stylist turned wellbeing entrepreneur, as she shares the story behind her 6-part Substack series My Story. What begins as a four-year journey through burnout, medical trauma, and unexplained infertility evolves into a pa...
#117 OHSS Explained: Risks, Recognition and Treatment Options with Dr. Sebastian Leathersich
OHSS (Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome) is a condition that can occur during IVF treatment, and understanding it helps you make informed decisions about your care. Dr. Sebastian Leathersich, Medical Director at Concept Fertility and CREI speci...
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#116 Your First Step Matters with Leana Fallen
The first phone call to a fertility clinic can be one of the most vulnerable moments in someone's journey to parenthood. In this heartwarming episode, Leana Fallen, Patient Engagement Coordinator at Fertility SA, shares the crucial role she pla...
#115 Needle Phobias, Parathyroids & a Journey to Parenthood with Rosie Biggs
Meet Rosie, who wanted to share her story even though she's still in the thick of it all and is a beautiful reminder that you don't need a happy ending to inspire others, sometimes sharing the messy middle is exactly what someone else needs to ...
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#114 Solo But Never Alone: Choosing Motherhood with Dr. Rose McDonnell
Join us as we celebrate the incredible women choosing solo motherhood with fertility specialist Dr. Rose McDonnell from Genea Perth. These remarkable women are redefining family on their own terms, showing extraordinary courage and determinatio...
#113 Awkward Asks & Honest Answers with Dr. Chandrika Parmar
In this episode, Dr. Chandrika Parmar fearlessly tackles the fertility questions that keep patients awake at night but too embarrassed to ask out loud. As Director of Genea Fertility Melbourne City, she dives into collection room etiquette, pos...
#112 Redefining DNA and Destiny with Jared and Shannon
Shannon and Jared Baker's four-year fertility journey is a testament to resilience, love, and never giving up on their dream of parenthood. Facing the dual challenge of azoospermia and endometriosis, this determined couple navigated two micro T...
#111 The Future is Now: Revolutionary Advances in Fertility with Nicole McPherson
As we commemorate World IVF Day on July 25th, celebrating nearly five decades since the first IVF baby changed reproductive medicine forever, we're witnessing an unprecedented technological revolution that's reshaping the future of fertility tr...
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#110 Beyond Genetics: Pathways to Parenthood with Brooke Calo
Some of the most wanted, most loved children in the world are conceived through the incredible gift of donor conception. In this heartwarming episode, Senior Fertility Counsellor Brooke Calo from Fertility SA powered by Genea brings over 20 yea...
#109 The Power of Choosing Yourself with Katie Dunn
Meet Katie Dunn, a voice we desperately need in the fertility space. At 39, Katie made the conscious decision to step away from fertility treatment after multiple rounds of IUI and IVF across two different chapters of her life. But here's what ...
#108 Periods, Pain and Pregnancy: Endo Explained
Endometriosis affects millions of women worldwide, with many discovering its impact only when they face difficulties conceiving. In this compelling episode, Dr. Catarina Ang unpacks the complex relationship between this often-misunderstood cond...
#107 Beyond the Broken Heart: Building Families After Loss with Dr. Julianne Cameron
Recurrent pregnancy loss leaves couples searching for answers and hope in the face of repeated heartbreak. In this episode, Dr. Julianne Cameron explores the complex medical, genetic, and emotional factors that contribute to this devastating fe...
#106 Fixing a Broken Heart to Create New Life with Dom & Matt
Meet Dom and Matt, whose journey to parenthood took an unexpected turn when a routine anaesthesia check revealed a life-threatening heart condition. After devastating pregnancy losses and the crushing news that conception wasn't safe until majo...
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#105 The Modern Man's Fertility Manual with Dr. Eashan Tambimuttu
This Men's Health Week, we're shining a spotlight on the crucial yet often overlooked role men play in the fertility journey. In this episode, Dr. Eashan Tambimuttu brings his specialised expertise to discuss male fertility in straightforward, ...
#104 Fertility Friction: Finding Harmony When Hope Divides with Dr Alice Huang
When one partner is ready to end the IVF journey while the other wants to continue, couples face one of fertility treatment's most challenging emotional crossroads. In this episode, Dr. Alice Huang addresses this delicate relationship dynamic w...
#103 The Second One Isn't So Easy with Emily O'Donohoe
Meet Emily O'Donohoe, an avid listener to now a welcome guest on the show, here sharing her raw and honest journey through the complexities of secondary infertility. Emily's story is one that so many of you will relate to - from the joy of her ...
#102 Fertility Mythbusters with Dr Mathias Epee
From old wives' tales to TikTok trends, fertility advice comes from everywhere, but which claims actually stand up to scientific scrutiny? In this enlightening episode, Dr. Mathias Epee brings his 20+ years of global obstetrics and gynaecology ...
#101 First Call, Last Hug: The Nursing Team at the Centre of Fertility Care
To celebrate International Nurses Day, I'm sitting down with the unsung heroes of fertility treatment, the dedicated nursing team from Concept Fertility Centre who become your lifeline throughout the journey. Join me in conversation with Michae...
#100 Champagne, Wanking & Unfiltered Celebration with my other half
Our most requested guest returns for our milestone 100th episode! My husband is back (by popular demand) to celebrate this journey from uncertain beginnings to the thriving community we've built together. We're popping champagne and cracking be...
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