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 supporting individuals struggling to conceive.
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***BONUS CHRISTMAS EPISODE***
We are releasing this in the middle of Christmas in case anyone is looking for some extra emotional support during this time.
I am with one of our affiliate acupuncturists, Danielle Croft from Banbury, to discuss the emotional challenges faced during fertility journeys and how Chinese medicine can provide support.
We discuss
You can download Danielle's resources here.
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I am with Fertility Nutritionist Kirsty Harrison to discuss the complexities of alcohol consumption during the festive season, when you are trying to conceive.
We chat about societal pressures surrounding drinking at Christmas, the impact of alcohol on fertility, and provide practical advice for making informed choices.
We discuss
Here is a link to one of the research papers referred to.
For more fertility support, we have so much to offer — both online and in person:
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If your IVF has not gone how you hoped this episode is for you.
I am with Dr. Shabana Bora from Alma Fertility to discuss the emotional and practical aspects of dealing with IVF failure.
She emphasizes the importance of understanding the reasons behind unsuccessful cycles, the necessity of further testing, and the value of recovery time before attempting another cycle.
We discuss
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I am joined by Tim Royle this week. Tim shares his deeply personal journey through IVF alongside his wife, Hannah .
Tim discusses how going through so much treatment led to him making a short film about his experience "Its The Hope That Kills You"
We discuss the emotional toll of fertility treatments, the male perspective on the experience, and the importance of communication and support.
Tim reflects on the loneliness often felt during the IVF process and the challenges faced with medical care. He emphasizes the significance of hope and the small actions that helped them cope.
Tim's short film, 'It's the Hope That Kills You,' which aims to shed light on the struggles of fertility is out on 30th Nov and will be available on YouTube. You can also follow on Instagram @itsthehopethatkillsyoufilm
For more male support you can see-
Fertility Solutions
TestHim
Fertility Action
For more fertility support we have lot's to offer both online and in person-
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Today I am with Dr. Grace Lee Brindle from Hope In Mind Psychology to discuss the often overlooked topic of secondary infertility.
We explore the emotional complexities, including feelings of guilt and shame, that accompany the desire for another child when one already has a child.
We discuss
For more information on Fertility Action and the support group that we discuss see their website.
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Episode 8 of our Teaching To Conceive Series
💛 As part of this Series we are running a free fertility masterclass also called, Teaching To Conceive.
on Tuesday 29th October we will be discussing Testing & Investigations for your Fertility, with Independent Fertility Nurse, Morven.
You can register here. to watch live or get the play back. 💛
In this episode Morven and I discuss fertility testing and investigations. We cover the importance of understanding fertility, the types of tests available, and the guidelines for when to seek help.
Takeaways:
For more information on working with Morven see her website.
This podcast has been sponsored by femme health, a new online department store for fertility and conception. Visit their website at www.femmehealth.co.uk and use code relax15 to receive 15% off site wide.
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Over the next 3 months we will be looking at the complex and emotional topic of miscarriage.
In this episode I am joined by Morven, an Independent Fertility Nurse and resident Fertility Nurse in our Don't Tell Me to RELAX community.
We discuss the various types of miscarriage, symptoms, and management options.
Plus:
For further support we will be running two events in our community as part of this series. To access them follow this link to join our community.
💛 Miscarriage Support & Care in Tea & Chat with Carly Garret our Fertility Coach on June 18th at 8 pm
❤️ What Now? A Practical Guide After Pregnancy Loss with me Hannah Pearn July 15th at 7pm
For further miscarriage support see:
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As it is Acupuncture Awareness Week we thought "How to Find A Fertility Acupuncturist" would be a good topic to cover.
I am joined by Fertility Acupuncturist Laura Foster from Light and Shade Acupuncture, Bristol to explore the training and regulation of acupuncturists, the importance of qualifications, and how to identify both red and green flags in practitioners.
We discuss
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I am with Kayleigh from Seen (previously Fertility Mapper) to discuss the often very difficult decision of choosing an IVF clinic to work with.
We explore common challenges faced by individuals seeking fertility treatment, the significance of communication and cost transparency in clinics, and the balance between data-driven choices and intuition.
We discuss:
Seen brings together everything you need in one place and guides you through each step and every decision of your fertility path. We can help you to:
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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 and women.
Dr Victory champions the importance of personalized treatment and pays particular attention to the role of immunology and microbiome in fertility. He also has a lot to say on the impact of endometriosis on reproductive health and how this should be approached through IVF.
In this episode we disucss:
There is still time to join the Breath Workshop in our community on Monday 3rd Nov - you can register for a free place here.
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I am with Annabel Tindale today, a trained breathwork coach, discussing the benefits of breathwork, particularly in relation to stress, anxiety, and fertility.
Annabel shares her journey into breathwork, its impact on the nervous system, and various techniques that can be used to enhance wellbeing.
We discuss
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I'm with Katy this week discussing the benefits of reflexology alongside IVF. We discuss how reflexology works, its historical background, and its calming effects on the nervous system.
We discuss:
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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 such as endometriosis and PCOS and can support both natural and assisted conception.
We discuss:
Here are links to find a practitioner:
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Today I am with Josh, the founder of Snowballs, a company that produces organic men's underwear designed to help improve male fertility by cooling the testicles.
We discuss the origins of the product, the importance of male fertility awareness, the impact of heat on sperm health, and the role of lifestyle changes in improving fertility.
See the website to find out more about Snowballs Underwear and use code Hannah for your discount.
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This week Katy and I are digging into the pros and cons of social media and fertility. We discuss our personal experiences of it and the overwhelming amount of information available around fertility.
We discuss
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I am with Nicola Salmon this week. Nicola is a fat positive fertility specialist, who shares her personal journey with fertility and body image.
We discuss the systemic discrimination faced by individuals in larger bodies within the medical field, particularly regarding fertility treatment.
Nicola debunks myths surrounding weight and miscarriage, emphasizes the importance of respectful care, and offers insights into navigating fertility challenges- without crash dieting.
We highlight the need for change in the healthcare system and Nicola provides encouragement for those feeling marginalized in their fertility journeys.
For more support and information see Nicola's website and Instagram page.
Join our Autumn campaign- The Big Fertility Walk & Talk- 11th to 19th Oct.
We will be organising WALKS up and down the country- providing an opportunity to connect with people in your local area who are on a fertility journey. You can find out if there is one near to you and register HERE
And we have TALKS all online- providing 5 nights of fertility eduction from our team of brilliant experts, register for those HERE.
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I am joined by lovely Marca, Embryologist and Acupuncturist to look egg freezing, what's involved, what you need to know and how you can prepare for it.
If you'd like more information join Marca in a live Q&A talk on Sept 23rd at 7.30 - grab a spot here and we'll send round the recording if you can't join the live.
In this episode we discuss
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We're back for a brand new series 🤩
And to kick off we are delving into the BIG topic of improving fertility- what does this mean and is it actually possible?
We look at how various aspects of health, including cycle tracking, sleep, nutrition, and stress management, play crucial roles in enhancing fertility.
We are also launching our Autumn campaign- The Big Fertility Walk & Talk- 11th to 19th Oct.
We will be organising WALKS up and down the country- providing an opportunity to connect with people in your local area who are on a fertility journey. You can find out if there is one near to you and register HERE
And we have TALKS all online- providing 5 nights of fertility eduction from our team of brilliant experts, register for those HERE.
Plus there is an online yoga class pass for everyone who signs up to one of the events from Laura Wilkes.
The Takeaways from this epsidoe:
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For this last episode in this series I am joined by psychotherapist and author of Brink of Being, Julia Bueno. Julia shares her insights on miscarriage and pregnancy loss, discussing her personal experiences and the evolution of support systems over the years.
We discuss:
Find out more about Julia and her book Brink of Being here.
For further miscarriage support see:
Worst Girl Gang Ever
Miscarriage Association
Held in Our Hearts
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