While we're having a break why not check out our back catalogue - we have over 100 episodes to listen to, covering fertility, pregnancy and women's health. Can you believe we've been going for three years!We're busy working on our next season so send over your listener requests via instagram or to podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. New episodes will cover prenatal supplements, advanced maternal age and we'll introduce you properly to Lovers. This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproductsFind us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

Knocked Up: The Podcast About Getting Pregnant

We'll be back in a few weeks!

Concluding our series 'Personalising PCOS' we speak with Georgia, our Naturopath at WHM, on how she can help you manage hormonal acne and regulate your cycle though nutrition, lifestyle and herbs.Georgia is passionate about supporting women. She cherishes being able to help patients through preconception care, pregnancy and post natal care. As a mother of 3 she understands just how important support is through this time. Georgia also loves seeing young women going through new changes, encouraging healthy natural cycles, clean eating, skin health, PCOS, irregular and painful cycles and stress throughout this time.This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproductsFind us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonGuest: Georgia Borowski from Women's Health Melbourne

⚖️ Personalising PCOS - Finding balance with Naturopath Georgia Borowski

Dr Annie Kroushev is a subspecialist in Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) of whom there are only a few in Australia. To care for such patients to the highest standards, Annie pursued additional qualifications completing a further three years of formal training to become a MFM specialist. This is a subspecialty of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, which looks after women and babies with complex health problems, multiple pregnancies (twins, triplets), pregnancy complications, prenatal diagnosis and fetal procedures in pregnancy.This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproductsFind us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonGuest: Dr Annie Kroushev from The Pregnancy Pod

High Risk Pregnancies with Dr Annie Kroushev

How does diet and nutrition play a part in the management of PCOS? Wendy Fedele joins us to talk about how she helps women with a bespoke approach to diet.As an accredited Practicing Dietitian, and a mum herself, Wendy loves working with women during the perinatal period to optimise their diet and provide their babies with the best possible start to life. With a Master’s degree in Dietetics and clinical hospital experience, she has the skills and expertise to translate the evidence into individualised nutrition advice to help women, and their babies thrive.This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproductsFind us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonGuest: Wendy Fedele from Women's Health Melbourne

? Personalising PCOS - The Role of Nutrition with Dietitian Wendy Fedele

Ovulation disorder will be diagnosed in 1 in 4 couples with infertility. PCOS accounts for the largest group in ovulation disorders and accounts for 70-85%.In order to manage the patient optimally, we need to have an understanding of the underlying cause. Correct diagnosis leads to a better treatment plan and can have general health implications later in life.So what is Ovulation Induction as a treatment and how does it work?Dr Tzippora Ben- Harim is a broadly trained specialist gynaecologist and provides expert management of uterine bleeding problems, contraception and colposcopy. Her special interests include ovulation induction, urogynacology and urinary continence control, vaginal prolapse and holistic menopause symptom management.This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproductsFind us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonGuest: Dr Tzippora Ben-Harim from Women's Health Melbourne

Personalising PCOS - Ovulation Induction with Dr Tzippora Ben-Harim

Dr Lironne Wein is a medical oncologist with a passion for survivors' long term health and quality of life.Lironne has a special interest in managing menopausal symptoms associated with cancer treatment. She believes in optimising the wellbeing and quality of life of her patients, and has a holistic and evidence-based approach. She provides compassionate and individualised care to her patients.This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproductsFind us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonGuest: Dr Lironne Wein from Women's Health Melbourne

Menopause and Wellbeing After Cancer with Dr Lironne Wein

How can Chinese Medicine contribute to the management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)?We discuss what to expect in the first appointment and how acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion and nutrition can help regulate your cycle, encourage ovulation and manage insulin resistance. This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproductsFind us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonGuest: Keren Rochwerger from Women's Health Melbourne

Personalising PCOS with Keren Rochwerger, Chinese Medicine Practitioner

In this episode we’re welcoming Kath Baquie, physio for women and founder of Fitnest Mama who is with us today to speak about Exercise for pregnancy for Fertility, bump and after babyWe’re going to talk about what you can be doing to prepare your body whilst trying to conceive, how to look after your body during pregnancy and then how best to recover for continued good physical health after giving birth.This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia LewDiscount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUPWebsite: https://loversproducts.com.au/Instagram: @loversproductsFind us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonGuest: Kath Baquie from FitNest Mama

?‍♀️ Exercise for pregnancy for fertility, bump and after baby

It has been almost three years since we first covered Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) on Knocked Up and it is time we revisited the syndrome. In this episode we introduce our new series 'Personlising PCOS' and explain what is PCOS along with its benefits (yes there are some!), disadvantages and how we can manage it. Helpful Resources:100 Day ProgramPCOS and the Skin with Dr Alice RuddPCOS: Cause and SymptomsThis episode is brought to you by Lovers - Individualised intimate care created by intimate health authority, Gynaecologist and Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr Raelia Lew.Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

Personlising PCOS - What is PCOS?

You might like these episodes of Knocked Up:AMH, the fertility test?Professor David Gardner on the science behind the best IVF success ratesNutrition and Fertility With Dietitian Wendy FedeleThis episode is brought to you by Lovers - Individualised intimate care created by intimate health authority, Gynaecologist and Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr Raelia Lew.Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

All About the Egg - Your Questions Answered

Today we’re excited to have Christy Hopwood and Freya Owen from Mama You’ve Got This, the facilitated online mothers' community joining us.- How new mums were supported in covid and the legacy from this time- Key messages for new mums/people trying to be mums- New parents who have had fertility struggles - how can MYGT support- importance of having a Village and how can listening parents create theirsResources:Mama You've Got ThisThis episode is brought to you by Lovers - Individualised intimate care created by intimate health authority, Gynaecologist and Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr Raelia Lew.Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi MorrisonGuests: Freya and Christy from Mama You Got This

Mama You've Got This! Advice for new Mums and Mums to be

We love a patient story and Gemma's has all the peaks and troughs, the best bit - she now has two beautiful baby boys.This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Individualised intimate care created by intimate health authority, Gynaecologist and Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr Raelia Lew.Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

Patient Story: The Many Ups and Downs of Fertility Treatment

This episode is brought to you by Lovers - Individualised intimate care created by intimate health authority, Gynaecologist and Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr Raelia Lew.Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

Listener Request - What are chemical pregnancies?

Whether a baby is born from your own eggs and a partners sperm or in other ways, you will still share every conscious experience with your child. That child will be yours to raise and love. Families come is all shapes and sizes. What they have in common is love. We are so lucky as a generation to have so many choices and options when it comes to having a family.Resources:Women's Health Melbourne Blog - Understanding Donor ConceptionKnocked Up Podcast episode - Donor SpermThis episode is brought to you by Lovers - Individualised intimate care created by intimate health authority, Gynaecologist and Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr Raelia Lew.Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

? Understanding conception from donor eggs

Anti-Mullerian Hormone is a measure of the ovarian reserve. And what that means is it’s a way of understanding what the ovary is capable of and in terms of certainly IVF treatment and egg freezing, where we stimulate the ovary to try and induce the development of multiple eggs in the same month, the AMH can indicate how many eggs might be available for a given person.Resources: When you should consider a Fertility Test & Treatment – A Complete GuideKnocked Up Podcast – The Egg Freezing Decision Making Process with Dr Michelle Peate and Sherine SandhuThis episode is brought to you by Lovers - Individualised intimate care created by intimate health authority, Gynaecologist and Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr Raelia Lew.Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcastJoin our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email podcast@womenshealthmelbourne.com.au. We'll keep all requests anonymous.Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison