The Ribbon Box Podcast

Fertility

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

Fertility

Managing egg freezing and fertility treatment around a career

In our latest podcast episode, TRB Founder Eloise sits down with Emma and Megan, who are both considering freezing their eggs, and Jasmine, who has already been through two egg freezing cycles at CRGH – the Centre for Reproductive and Genetic Health. Listen as they open up about their personal experiences. From the decision-making process, the emotional highs and lows, dating, work-life and more, it’s all here!

Fertility

Seaweed, fertility and your hormones - What's the link?

Who knew a little seaweed could do so much for your hormones? We didn’t either - until we chatted with the experts. Listen in as we dive deep into the surprising connection between seaweed, hormonal health, and fertility.

Causes & Treatment

IVF with Uterine Didelphys - Kelsi’s Story

Donor Conception and Surrogacy

Surrogacy ethics, processes and practice - Ep 3: New pathways for surrogates

In this episode, we’re joined by Christian Fountain, Surrogate Intake Coordinator at Pinnacle Surrogacy and previous gestational carrier. Listen as she explains the surrogate pathways she considered, the aspects she found most reassuring, and how Pinnacle Surrogacy helped build her personal pathway to be the most positive experience possible.

Donor Conception and Surrogacy

Surrogacy ethics, processes and practice - Ep 2: Notes on the surrogacy process

The lens is on the surrogacy process right now. We sat down with Rachel Campeau, Surrogate Coordinator at Pinnacle Surrogacy, to talk through the ways in which the process is regulated, and how she ensures both surrogates and intended parents are fully informed and supported during their journey.

Donor Conception and Surrogacy

Surrogacy ethics, processes and practice - Ep 1: Ethical approaches to surrogacy in 2024

Surrogacy ethics are in the spotlight right now, owing to increased global demand for surrogates. Surrogacy is also an area of the family-building world that’s not without controversy and media misrepresentation – especially when it comes to agency care and best practices. We’re joined by Amber Danley, Surrogacy Program Manager at Pinnacle Surrogacy, for the latest.

Causes & Treatment

How to enhance sperm motility - a urologist’s Q&A

The sperm’s ability to swim and move is super key for male fertility. Here's how to enhance sperm motility, according to an expert urologist. Listen now.

Donor Conception

LGBTQ+ fertility treatment options - how to navigate and self-advocate, in 2024

Pride is every day here at TRB, but we are currently in the middle of June, which means it's officially Pride Month! So we asked a leading Consultant in Reproductive Medicine about the latest in treatment options, as well as how you can navigate and self-advocate during your fertility journey, if you're part of the LGBTQ+ community.

Fertility

A decidedly different surrogacy experience, with the team at Alcea Surrogacy - Ep 3: Madison’s Story

We're joined by Madison Heggins, Head of Community Outreach at Alcea. Listen as she chats through the ways in which Alcea Surrogacy supports intended parents throughout their journey whilst consciously promoting inclusivity, diversity and transparency.

Fertility

A decidedly different surrogacy experience, with the team at Alcea Surrogacy - Ep 2: Christy’s Story

We're joined by Christy Leonardo, Chief Operating Officer at Alcea, as she talks through the main issues around access to assisted reproductive technologies faced by queer communities in particular, and how these barriers help shape Alcea’s Surrogacy’s stand-out approach.

Fertility

A decidedly different surrogacy experience, with the team at Alcea Surrogacy - Ep 1: Angela’s Story

We’re joined by Angela Richardson-Mook, CEO & Founder of Alcea. Learn about her surrogacy experience now, on The Ribbon Box Podcast.

Causes & Treatment

How AI advancements in donor egg matching can benefit you

Artificial intelligence is being used more widely in the fertility world - and donor egg matching is no exception. Listen in for the whys and hows, with team Ovogene.

Fertility

Advances in IVF transparency - why should we care, and how do we choose a transparent clinic?

How do I choose a fertility clinic that prioritises transparency? And why is transparency so important when we're seeking treatment? We get the expert perspective from Dr Vladimiro Silva at Procriar, a leading IVF centre in Portugal.

Donor Conception

Donor eggs and the latest on fertility preservation, from the experts at TFP Fertility

We're joined by TFP Thames Valley Fertility Embryology Manager Danielle Breen and TFP Oxford Fertility Donation & Surrogacy Lead Stacey Rohling, to chat through using donor eggs, and the latest on fertility preservation.

Health & Nutrition

The test that picked up low ferritin in my twin pregnancy, and how I'm navigating

With TRB founder Eloise currently pregnant with twins, prenatal maternal health has been top of mind lately. Of all the pregnancy health tests, Randox's Everymother test checks it all. From iron status to gestational diabetes, listen as we chat through Eloise's results.

Fertility

Insulin resistance, fertility and well-being (and the latest research to know)

What's the key to know about nutrition & boosting your health? Where does insulin resistance come into the picture, and how can it help you unlock insights about your fertility, and wider wellbeing? We ask these questions and more to the experts at Veri.

Birth & Delivery

Having twins, triplets or multiples? Here’s what to know (with a specialist who knows)

With the TRB Founder currently set to be having twins in early 2024, prepping comprehensively for the birth (from all things gut health, to picking out baby names!) has been a top priority - and we wanted to get our questions asked by the expert.

Fertility

Why we wish we tested his sperm sooner - Sophie and Lee’s story

In the fertility space, the focus is overwhelmingly on the female partner. However, in this episode, we deep-dive into the male perspective and the advantages of testing male fertility early.

Birth & Delivery

Beyond Kegels - pelvic floor care tips, from TTC to postpartum

Looking to improve your pelvic floor? We're joined by Dr. Sara Reardon aka. The Vagina Whisperer, as she dives deep into pelvic floor care, covering topics from pre-conception to postpartum recovery. From common issues like painful sex, leakage during pregnancy, and how to reduce the risk of tearing during childbirth. Plus, essential insights on your first postpartum poop.