Knocked Up
Knocked Up is your go-to podcast for clear, evidence based conversations on fertility, pregnancy and women's health.
Hosted by Dr Raelia Lew
All episodes
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Listen · 35 min · Aug 2025
Could Your Gut Hold the Key to Fertility?
Research suggests that digestive health may play a role in reproductive health, alongside established factors like ovulation tracking and prenatal nutrition. We are joined by gastroenterologist Dr. Lindy Jackson to uncover the surprising connection between gut health and fertility.
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Listen · 13 min · July 2025
The Vitamin D and AMH connection
Ever wondered why your fertility specialist tests both AMH and vitamin D? In this episode of "Knocked Up," Dr. Raelia Lew explains the relationship between these two crucial markers and why it matters for your fertility journey.
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Listen · 31 min · July 2025
Could IVM be the future of fertility care? With Dr Violet Kieu
In our latest Knocked Up podcast episode we are joined by fertility specialist Dr. Violet Kieu to explore IVM, In Vitro Maturation, a promising alternative to IVF.
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Listen · 19 min · June 2025
Embryo Centred Care
Unlike traditional patient-centred care, embryo-centred care focuses on optimising every step of the IVF process to prioritise what gives the embryo the best chance of success. Dr.
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Listen · 33 min · June 2025
Fertility Futures with Professor David Gardner
We welcome back Prof David Gardner to the Knocked Up Podcast to talk to us about the latest developments in fertility treatment and what to expect in the future. Listen to our previous episode with Prof David Gardner on The science behind the best success rates with Professor David Gardner
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Listen · 30 min · May 2025
How to interpret a Semen Analysis
Understanding Male Fertility: What You Need to KnowDid you know male factors contribute to infertility in over 50% of couples struggling to conceive? In this episode, Dr. Raelia breaks down what a semen analysis really tells us , and why one test is never the whole story.
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Listen · 37 min · May 2025
Understanding the BRCA Gene: Cancer Risks, Prevention, and Support for Carriers with Dr Lironne Wein
We speak with Dr Lironne Wein about the BRCA gene and its implications for breast and ovarian cancer risk. Topics covered: - BRCA Gene Basics - Cancer Risk Statistics - Screening and Prevention - Genetic Testing - Fertility Considerations - Menopause After Surgery
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Listen · 24 min · Apr 2025
Why the Media Doesn't Get Egg Freezing
With elective egg freezing being so new, how we interpret the data in the context of today's population doesn't quite give the accurate story. Dr Raelia Lew explains. We recommend listening to the 'Beyond Expectations' podcast episode "Kate Lancaster on What They Don't Tell You About Egg Freezing"
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Listen · 39 min · Apr 2025
Endometriosis and Fertility: Navigating Treatment Decisions and New Research
Today we are joined by guest experts Dr. Vanessa Ross and Dr. Samantha Mooney to discuss the new research they are conducting on endometriosis and fertility. With endometriosis affecting about 1 in 7 women generally, and more like 1 in 3 infertile women.
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Listen · 10 min · Apr 2025
The New Definition of Fertility
This week Australia's Medicare has broadened the definition of infertility, aligning with recommendations from the Gorton Review and the 2018 MBS review. So, we ask Dr Raelia Lew, what does this mean for us?
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Listen · 42 min · Mar 2025
An AGES Surgeon's Perspective on Endometriosis with Dr Lima Wetherall
In this episode we are joined by Dr. Lima Wetherall, an AGES Specialist Gynaecologist and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon. Dr.
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Listen · 31 min · Mar 2025
Pregnancy After Fertility Treatment
Pregnancy after fertility treatments can differ from spontaneous conception. Patients typically discover pregnancy earlier through blood tests, receive more intensive monitoring in the first trimester, and face slightly elevated risks for complications like multiple pregnancies, preterm birth, and placenta previa befor…