I'm Thinking of Having a Baby
Why is it that everyone else gets pregnant so quickly? If you've been taking longer than you thought to conceive and have tried allll-the-things - without success and poorer for it - you're not alone. This podcast is for you as you face the question ‘is there something wrong with me?’ Loaded full of practical proven tips that you can implement immediately, this show will increase your chances of getting pregnant sooner. We're here to break through the mysteries of your fertility and hormone health with expert insights, prenatal nutrition advice, and empowering stories, helping you regain control to finally be the one posting a blimmin’ baby announcement.
Episodes
23 episodes
Q&A: Morning Sickness, Birth Fears, and Postpartum Realities
Answers to the questions you've always had: how to beat morning sickness (or, all-day sickness more like!), face your fears of giving birth and discover what reeealllly happens after birth with your hormones and body. A million tha...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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13:06
How safe are male supplements for fertility?
I probably sound like a broken record, but hey, if you didn't know, oxidative stress is a major player in men's infertility. And at the moment we have very expensive and limited ways to find out just how much it is affecting each man. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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15:06
The science behind superstar sperm
With a 50%-freaking-decrease in sperm count globally over the last 40 years, sperm health has never been a bigger issue in the realm of fertility. I chat about what affects sperm quality and quantity, talk about male infertility te...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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16:44
Let's get physical: how often should I have sex?
Join me as we uncover the secrets of baby-making timing and frequency. Curious about the impact of intimacy on sperm quality? From decoding fertility signs to finding that sweet spot for conception, this episode's got all the insights you need ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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10:52
What I wish I'd known about getting pregnant
Join me, Hannah Eriksen, as I share my/our unique path to parenthood. From debunking fertility myths to unveiling surprising lifestyle tweaks, this episode reveals the meandering story of how we welcomed our son, Sebastian. Wanna be nosy about ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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15:19
Avoid endo pain by eating less of these...
Here to reduce your endo pain naturally? Join me as I explore the intricate relationship between estrogen dominance, inflammation, and certain types of fats, such as palmitic acid, which quite likely make things worse. You'll hear where things ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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13:04
Reduce endo pain: eat more of these
Today's episode is all about reducing endometriosis pain naturally, a topic that affects 5 to 15% of women globally. I provide a list of over ten different foods that are proven to help. And whether you're planning to have a baby in one year or...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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15:36
How to Deflate Endo Belly
In this episode, we're diving into the world of endometriosis and the dreaded "endo belly." If you're not familiar, endo is when the uterine lining decides to go on a field trip outside the uterus, causing pain, scarring, and bloating t...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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10:55
The Best Exercise for Beating Insulin Resistance
In this episode, we'll uncover how exercise can beat insulin resistance and boost your fertility. From the immediate effects of active muscles to the long-term benefits of improved insulin receptors and mitochondrial activity, we've got the jui...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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12:23
How you can use food to reduce that stubborn belly fat
Last episode might have caused some mild panic when I shared how common insulin resistance is, but don't sweat it! I've got some fantastic news for you, and it involves the three magical words we all love: food, food, and more food! Now, listen...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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9:16
Got stubborn belly fat? This could be your problem.
We'll break it down and spill the tea on what exactly insulin resistance is, what causes it, and how it messes with our precious bodies. We'll tackle the nitty-gritty details, from metabolic mayhem to the way it impacts our overall health - inc...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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7:23
Who else wants to crush inflammation and get pregnant faster?
Inflammation - the naughty 'I' word everyone keeps talking about.Do you have inflammation in your body? Absolutely. Everyone does. Here I break down what it is, what causes it, and what you can do about it. I'll cover ambiguous words like:<...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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10:27
The Must-Do's Before Pregnancy: GP Edit
What are the things you MUST have your general practitioner (doctor) check for you before you get pregnant? In this episode of the I'm Thinking of Having a Baby podcast, I talk to Dr Kris. With 33 years of experience in general practice...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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12:32
Tracking your cycle: the what, the why and the how
Do you know when you ovulate? If you're trying for a baby, nothing is more important than timing it right. And as Ami from Food Baby tells us in this episode, there are benefits to tracking ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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29:52
How relaxing might just be the secret to getting pregnant
I'm thrilled to have world-renowned scientist Professor Greg Anderson join me for this episode. Greg has spent his career researching how fertility is affected by stress (and nutrition, but that's probably another episode!)Who isn't aff...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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24:27
Why you want to avoid caffeine when trying or pregnant
Calling all coffee lovers! This is definitely an episode you want to tune into!I'm joined by fertility nutrition expert Catherine Chong from catherine.fertilitydietitian<...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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24:10
5 Simple Things to Improve Your Fertility
What can you do today that will improve your time to conception, and benefit you and bubs for both the short and long term? Listen to the five practical tips Lora Attia from Dietitia...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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37:06
Help! What prenatal supplements should I be taking?!
One of the most common questions I get asked is "what supplements should I be taking??" shortly followed by..."When should I take them?""How long should I take them?""Should I just get a multivitamin?"It's a confusing landsc...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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30:26
Meet Matt: his fertility skyrocketed with a simple change
Sperm health: it's as important in conception as the women's contribution. And yet! Is not something we necessarily give enough thought to. Matt shares how a couple of minor tweaks to his diet made a profound impact on his fertilit...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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18:39
Meet Rachel: mending from miscarriage
Perhaps something that wouldn't cross your mind when planning a pregnancy is miscarriage. And yet, it occurs in roughly 25% of pregnancies. Rachel generously shares her story - her experience, perspective, thoughts, and how she is living now. I...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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29:10
Meet Chantelle: She lives with Endometriosis
Did you know that endometriosis affects around 10% of women? It's super common, yet the wide effect it has on the body is not always well appreciated. In a very general nutshell, endometriosis is a chronic pain condition that is caused when the...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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27:00
Meet Katrina: She has PCOS
Being diagnosed with Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) can be perceived to cause infertility. If you're thinking about having a baby with PCOS , no doubt this has crossed your mind. However, it's very possible to hav...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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24:32
Meet Sammi: She's Thinking of Having a Baby
A client and a fabulous human, Sammi shares her story thinking about having a baby and the steps she took to ensure she and her partner were doing the best they could to prepare themselves for pregnancy nutritionally. Cutting through the Google...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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