Knocked Up: The Podcast About Fertility and Women's Health

Knocked Up: The Podcast About Fertility and Women's Health

Author: Women's Health Melbourne Language: English Episodes: 100
Ever found yourself with a question about your body or your journey to parenthood that felt too awkward or complex to ask? That’s exactly the space where Knocked Up: The Podcast About Fertility and Women's Health lives. Hosted by Dr Raelia Lew, a specialist from Women's Health Melbourne, alongside Jordi Morrison, this series digs into the realities of fertility, pregnancy, and overall health without the jargon or judgement. Each episode feels like a candid chat with knowledgeable friends who aren’t afraid to tackle the tough topics, translating complicated medical concepts into conversations you can actually follow and use. It’s more than just a fertility podcast; it’s a resource for anyone curious about how their body works, from preconception through to postpartum and general wellbeing. The tone is straightforward, empathetic, and grounded in real experience, making often overwhelming subjects feel manageable. You’ll come away with clearer insights, practical knowledge, and perhaps a bit of reassurance for your own path. For regular updates, the team can be found on social media, but the heart of it all is in these frank and essential discussions. Tune in for a genuinely accessible take on women’s health, where no question is off the table.
Episodes
Abortion in Victoria - The Facts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:34
Points Discussed: What is an abortion? Is abortion legal in Victoria? GP obligations to provide abortion care: Accessing abortion services in Victoria: What is the process of having an abortion? Medication to achieve abo…
Early Pregnancy Bleeding [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:52
Bleeding in early pregnancy is more common than we realise, Dr Raelia Lew talks us through why it happens and how can it be managed. This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your ne…
Preparing for ART - Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:32
Starting fertility treatment often takes longer than we would expect, it is not the case that you see your fertility specialist and start the next week. Listen as Dr Raelia answers your questions on how to prepare for AR…
Preparing for ART - Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:51
Starting fertility treatment often takes longer than we would expect, it is not the case that you see your fertility specialist and start the next week. We talk through step by step, day by day what to expect including:…
DIY Sperm Donation with Deanna Elsner from Advocate Family Lawyers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:50
In today’s episode we’re discussing one controversial way of finding a sperm donor, which is online, and what are the benefits of bringing your DIY donor to your doctor vs going at it alone. To get the legal perspective…
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:18
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) The very rare side effect some experience when going through IVF or egg freeze. Can you know in advance if you are high risk? Can it be prevented and what are the symptoms? Find u…
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and IVF [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:33
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) can be helpful when experiencing recurrent implantation failure. Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womensh…