The Ribbon Box Podcast

Surrogacy

Things no one tells you about surrogacy family building, with Be Parent

An journey often spoken about in practical or (incorrectly) transactional terms, surrogacy myths and misconceptions can easily crop up. But behind every step is something much bigger. And it sits at the intersection of people, emotions, relationships and decisions that shape a family for life.

Fertility

Surrogacy family building – navigating emotions & building bonds

What are the emotional effects of surrogacy for intended parents and surrogates? In this episode, Samantha Stacks from ACRC Global shares honest insights on navigating complex emotions, building trust and creating meaningful bonds throughout the surrogacy journey, from the first match meeting to post-birth.

Fertility

Mini-series ep. 3: Challenging the endo status quo – Diagnosis myths

Feeling lost in the maze of endometriosis diagnosis? Hear directly from a specialist as we speak to Dr. Mona Orady and to debunk some common myths — covering why seeing a specialist matters, when to seek a second opinion, testing options beyond surgery, and practical steps to navigate information and get accurate answers.

Fertility

Mini-series ep. 2: Challenging the endo status quo - Fertility myths

Does endometriosis mean you’ll struggle to get pregnant? And, does stage play a role? In this second episode, we're joined by Dr. Mona Orady to break down the facts, from how endometriosis staging relates to fertility, to IVF, egg freezing, and practical steps to take if you suspect endometriosis while trying to conceive.

Fertility

Mini-series ep. 1: Challenging the endo status quo - Pain myths

Painful periods are often dismissed as “normal”, but when is pain a sign of something more? In the first episode of this mini-series, we speak to Dr. Mona Orady to unpack common endometriosis pain myths, from pain tolerance to unexpected symptoms.

Fertility

Protocol, or pause? How to navigate a fertility journey when you feel like you’re running out of time

Feeling time pressure and fertility treatment anxiety? Listen as a Certified Integrative Fertility Coach shares how slowing down can help you move forward.

(Peri)menopause

Mini-series ep. 3: Menopause weight management toolkit - How can medicated support help?

Confused by hormones, weight changes and all the talk about GLP-1 medications? Envigore Prescriber Danny Chu breaks down how specialist medical support works in menopause, what really matters for long-term health, and why sustainable, personalised care beats quick-fix solutions every time.

(Peri)menopause

Mini-series ep. 2: Menopause weight management toolkit - How do I create lasting habits?

If your old routines no longer feel helpful in menopause, it’s not a lack of willpower. Certified hypnotherapist Matthew Leckie shares how thoughts, habits and behaviours shift during this stage of life, why hypnotherapy can help, and one simple mindset change to focus on when everything feels overwhelming.

(Peri)menopause

Mini-series ep. 1: Menopause weight management toolkit - What should my health priorities be?

Why do so many women say menopause makes them feel like a different version of themselves? Dr. Irina Jahn explains what’s really happening in perimenopause and menopause, how changes show up physically and emotionally, and which health priorities matter most right now, with compassionate guidance on what to do next.

Fertility

Mini-series ep. 2: Where small details = big outcomes – Your IVF lab questions, answered

IVF success is, in huge part, built in the lab. In this episode, Eloise Edington speaks with Dr. Dana Ambler of Denver Fertility Care about what really matters inside a modern IVF lab in Colorado, from embryo culture to the small details that influence big outcomes.

Fertility

Mini-series ep. 1: Who’s behind your fertility care? Meet the Colorado clinic helping demystify the conversation

What if the most important part of your fertility care isn’t the treatment — but who’s behind it? In this episode, Eloise Edington speaks with Dr. Dana Ambler of Denver Fertility Care, a leading fertility clinic in Denver, Colorado, about ownership, patient empowerment, and why clinic structure shapes care.

Fertility

Mini-series ep. 3: Fertility without borders – One patient’s experiences, revealed

In this third and final episode of our mini-series powered by The Medical Travel Company, TRB Founder Eloise is joined by Seetal Savla, fertility advocate and TMTC Brand Ambassador, to share her real and raw experience navigating infertility and treatment in the UK.

Fertility

Mini-series ep. 2: Fertility treatment in India – Myths, facts & what to expect

In this second episode of our mini-series powered by The Medical Travel Company, TRB Founder Eloise sits down with the brilliant Dr. Puneet Rana Arora to uncover what fertility treatment in India is really like. We'll separate myths from facts, and offering clear insights for anyone considering cross-border fertility care.

Fertility

Mini-series ep. 1: Closing the gap – South-Asian egg donor shortages in the UK, and overcoming barriers to treatment

In this first episode in our mini-series, TRB Founder Eloise speaks with Dr. Rima Rajkhowa, Medical Director of Gynaecology & Fertility at The Medical Travel Company, to unpack a chronically under-discussed issue in reproductive care today — the shortage of South-Asian egg donors in the UK.

Fertility

Does egg freezing affect future fertility? No, but here’s what to know if you’re planning

Possibly one of the biggest questions, if you’re considering treatment. In this episode, TRB Founder Eloise sits down with Dr. Shirin Khanjani, Consultant Gynaecologist, accredited subspecialist in reproductive medicine and surgery at Fitzrovia Fertility, to unpack.

Fertility

An MD’s guide to navigating slow and no response to IVF stimulation​

Slow response to IVF stimulation? Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Monica Best explains what a poor or slow ovarian response means, why it happens, and what can help — from protocol tweaks to emotional support. Listen now.

Wellbeing

The power of you - what is integrative medicine & why is it the future of you-shaped healthcare?

What is integrative medicine — and how can it help you feel better, for good? We spoke with the lovely Phoenix Maas from The Maas Clinic about personalised care, gene-driven health, and how they can help you finally move past just treating symptoms to get to the real root of what you're feeling.

Fertility

Our go-to in Spain - Cliníca Tambre’s Inge Kormelink on pioneering protocols, personalisation, and travelling for treatment

Curious about fertility treatment in Spain? Discover why UK patients are choosing Cliníca Tambre for personalised protocols, expert care, and seamless support. CEO Inge Kormelink shares what makes their approach unique, and worth the journey.

Fertility

Navigating a donor conception journey solo - what I wish I'd known before

What happens when a long-held longing to become a parent starts to take shape in real life? In this candid and deeply personal conversation, TRB Founder Eloise sits down with PhD student Megan McKee to talk about choosing donor conception as a solo parent – and what her experience has really been like.

Fertility

Adenomyosis vs endometriosis - what’s the difference, and how do we navigate fertility treatment?