Having sex to get pregnant; try Ellechemy’s Protectility Lubricant

Having sex to get pregnant; try Ellechemy’s Protectility Lubricant

Author: Women's Health Melbourne October 13, 2024 Duration: 19:19

You know us as the hosts of Knocked Up, some of you may know Raelia as your Doctor. We are also the founders of Ellechemy, an intimate wellness company – we make very clever lubricants.  

Ellechemy’s collection of medically-backed, customisable intimate skincare and pleasure products that provide effective solutions for complex concerns. 

One of our products, Protectility, was designed to aid natural conception, by allowing for more comfortable, and pleasurable, sex.  

On Knocked Up we talk so often about Assisted Reproductive Technology incl IVF, sometimes we forget the basics when it comes to getting pregnant. Thinking about having sex to get pregnant, what do we need to know?  

Dr Raelia Lew talks us through:

  • Anatomy: The vulva, vagina and cervix
  • The sperm; how it has to travel and survive
  • Ovulation: When do we ovulate? Are there signs that we might notice that would indicate that we’re ovulating? How do we know if we’re ovulating regularly?
  • When are you most likely to conceive
  • Is more sex better? 

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This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

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Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Produced by Jordi Morrison

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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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