Freezing Eggs with Olivia Molly Rogers

Freezing Eggs with Olivia Molly Rogers

Author: Women's Health Melbourne December 17, 2023 Duration: 36:25

Olivia Molly Rogers shares her egg freezing experience.

We answer some of your questions about egg freezing as well as asking Olivia: 

- How did you decide to go through with freezing your eggs
- What did you know before you decided to freeze you eggs and what did you learn 
- When you freeze your eggs your go through education and counselling, did you find that this process prepared you enough? 
- Were you prepared for the physical side? What did you find challenging? What was easier than expected
- You’re a very sporty person – what did you find different during the process and how long after until you felt ‘normal’ again 
- What’s your perspective on EF, and has it changed since completing a cycle 

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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.
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