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. Please always seek advice from medical professionals in relation to your fertility journey
Episodes
108 episodes
#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...
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Season 4
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Episode 107
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41:59
#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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Season 4
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Episode 106
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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, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 105
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38:21
#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...
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Season 4
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Episode 104
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29:57
#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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 103
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33:08
#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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 102
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45:53
#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...
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Season 4
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Episode 101
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47:41
#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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Season 4
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Episode 100
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#99 Two Hearts Meant for Parenthood with Janay & Mark
This week, Mark and Janay share their four-year fertility journey through PCOS, azoospermia, and multiple treatment pivots. Their story is one of breathtaking resilience—holding each other through crushing disappointments only to rise again wit...
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Season 4
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Episode 99
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42:58
#98 Behind the Lab Doors: Safeguarding Your Future Family with Dr. Melanie Walls
This week, we're taking you behind the scenes of IVF laboratories with Dr. Melanie Walls, Scientific Director at Concept Fertility Centre. With over 18 years of expertise in IVF laboratories and a unique perspective as both a scientist and form...
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Season 4
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Episode 98
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38:52
#97 Beyond the Cards & Flowers: A Fertility Warrior's Guide to Mother's Day with Dr Chandrika Parmar
Join us this week as we tackle one of the most challenging holidays for women on fertility journeys—Mother's Day. We're honoured to welcome renowned gynaecologist, fertility specialist and Director of Genea Fertility Melbourne City, Dr. Chandri...
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Season 4
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Episode 97
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19:59
#96 The Search For Resilience with Sonja Pototzki-Raymond
This week, we're joined by Sonja Pototzki-Raymond, the formidable "Search Queen" whose journey from facing abandonment issues and a gruelling fertility battle to building a multi-million dollar digital empire will leave you inspired. Sonja open...
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Season 4
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Episode 96
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#95 Feeding Fertility & Endo-Fighting with Sarah Hopkins
In recognition of Endometriosis Awareness Month, we welcome back nutrition and lifestyle coach Sarah Hopkins to explore the complex relationship between endometriosis and fertility. Sarah shares insights from helping countless women manage this...
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Episode 95
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#94 Uniquely Wired, Uniquely Trying: Trauma & IVF Through a Neurodivergent Lens with Liz Bancroft
In honour of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we’re joined by Liz Bancroft—Clinical and Counselling Psychologist, IVF veteran, and founder of the Hope Affirm Thrive program.Fertility treatment is often described as a medical journey, but...
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Season 4
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Episode 94
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58:22
#93 A Father's Goodbye, A Daughter's Hello with Georgia Prentice
In this moving episode, Georgia Prentice shares her challenging fertility journey complicated by a balanced translocation diagnosis, which led her through multiple IVF cycles and clinic changes before finally achieving success with her third eg...
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Season 4
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Episode 93
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#92 Inside the Lab: Adjuvant Therapies with Natalie Moska
In this episode, we’re taking you behind the scenes into the fascinating world of fertility science with Natalie Moska, Laboratory Manager at Genea Fertility Perth. With over 16 years of experience across WA and the UK, Natalie shares her wealt...
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Season 3
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Episode 92
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42:38
#91 No Such Thing As A Silly Question with Dr. Chandrika Parmar
This week, we’re diving into all your fertility questions—yes, even the quirky or embarrassing ones! Joining us is the incredible Dr. Chandrika Parmar, a renowned gynaecologist, fertility specialist, and Director of Genea Fertility Melbourne Ci...
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Season 3
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Episode 91
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23:25
#90 Rainbows, River, and Rising Through It All With Anna Hitch
In this episode, Anna Hitch shares her incredible fertility journey, from facing unexplained infertility and a heartbreaking miscarriage to navigating IVF and welcoming her miracle baby, River. Along the way, Anna and her husband battled more t...
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Season 3
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Episode 90
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#89 Double the Uterus, Double the Journey with Gemma Clark
This week’s episode with Gemma Clark, shines a light on CAPA-IVM (in-vitro maturation), an emerging technology in fertility treatment that offers hope to patients with PCOS and other conditions. A classic PCOS case with no ovulation, Gemma’s fe...
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Season 3
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Episode 89
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40:59
#88 The Power of PGT & Carrier Screening with Claire Trumble & Sandra Holden
In this episode, we’re taking a closer look at two critical advancements in fertility treatment—Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) and Carrier Screening. These tools are transforming the IVF journey, giving hopeful families more control and ...
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Season 3
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Episode 88
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51:52
#87 Brave Conversations with Lisa Choney
In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with the incredibly brave Lisa Choney, who opens up about her journey through unimaginable challenges and triumphs. After battling an eating disorder herself, Lisa faced another unexpected hurdle — her husb...
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Season 3
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Episode 87
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38:06
#86 Beyond Pain: A Conversation on Vaginismus with Dr. Chandrika Parmar
In this episode, we dive deep into a topic that affects many women but isn’t often talked about—vaginismus. This debilitating condition can cause intense discomfort, making intimacy and everyday life challenging. Joining us is Dr. Chandrika Par...
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Season 3
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Episode 86
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#85 FIFO Life & Fertility Struggles with Chelaine McRae
In this heartfelt episode, we dive into Chelaine’s journey through the highs and lows of infertility as a FIFO couple navigating the complex world of fertility treatments. For the past two years, Chelaine and her husband have been balancing lif...
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Season 3
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Episode 85
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48:00
#84 Preserving Hope with Dr. Genia Rozen
In this episode, we explore the crucial topic of fertility preservation for those facing the challenge of cancer. Joined by Dr. Genia Rozen, a highly regarded fertility specialist and gynaecologist at Genea Fertility Melbourne City, we discuss ...
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Season 3
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Episode 84
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43:40
#83 Faith, Fertility & Fresh Starts with Syan Vallance
This week on What to Expect When You’re Injecting, Cassie sits down with her close friend and confidante, Syan Vallance, for a raw and open conversation about life’s twists and turns. After supporting Cassie through her own fertility jou...
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Season 3
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Episode 83
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