The Ribbon Box Podcast
The Ribbon Box Podcast
The Ribbon Box
A podcast series brought to you by The Ribbon Box (formerly Fertility Help Hub).Listen to inspiring conversations with holistic experts around the world, as well as shared stories within the wellbeing, fertility, pregnancy and parenting space.Every journey is unique and we're here by your side through the highs and lows - whatever your family-building scenario.Help us grow our community far and wide, to help others out there get what they need. You can do so by subscribing, rating and reviewing – THANK YOU!For giveaways, expert articles and videos, don’t forget to sign up to our weekly newsletters to stay in the loop. We are a likeminded community, smashing taboos. Open up The Ribbon Box and join the conversation today ❤️
TRB Unwrapped - A decidedly different surrogacy experience, with the team at Alcea Surrogacy (Madison’s Story)
This is the final of three episodes with the team at Alcea Surrogacy.In this episode, we’re joined by Madison Heggins, Head of Community Outreach at Alcea. She talks about being a law graduate with a familial background in family law and third-party reproduction - and the ways in which Alcea Suoorgacy support inteded parents throughout their journey. Listen to the full episode now, and subscribe to The Ribbon Box podcast today to listen to all three episodes in this series.Looking for support?Whether you are looking for full-service surrogacy support, a simple consultation, or are interested in private client management inclusive of all your needs, Alcea can help.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content
May 22, 2024
16 min
TRB Unwrapped - A decidedly different surrogacy experience, with the team at Alcea Surrogacy (Christy’s Story)
This is the second of three episodes with the team at Alcea Surrogacy.In this episode, we’re joined by Christy Leonardo, Chief Operating Officer at Alcea.Christy is a mother via reciprocal IVF, 3-time traditional carrier and 1-time gestational carrier that understands first hand what it means to experience both failure and success as a surrogate. Listen to the full episode now, and subscribe to The Ribbon Box podcast today to listen to all three episodes in this series.Looking for support?Whether you are looking for full-service surrogacy support, a simple consultation, or are interested in private client management inclusive of all your needs, Alcea can help.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content
May 21, 2024
17 min
TRB Unwrapped - A decidedly different surrogacy experience, with the team at Alcea Surrogacy (Angela’s Story)
This is the first of three episodes with the team at Alcea Surrogacy.In this episode, we’re joined by Angela Richardson-Mook, CEO & Founder of Alcea. She talks about her personal journey of being an adoptee and mother via IVF mother, 6-time gestational carrier and egg donor that has dedicated her life to the surrogacy community. Listen to the full episode now, and subscribe to The Ribbon Box podcast today to listen to all three episodes in this series. Looking for support?Whether you are looking for full-service surrogacy support, a simple consultation, or are interested in private client management inclusive of all your needs, Alcea can help.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content
May 20, 2024
29 min
How AI advancements in donor egg matching can benefit you
How does AI assist in the egg donor selection process?This week on The Ribbon Box Podcast, we're joined by Birol Aydin, Scientific Director at Ovogene, the first egg bank using AI to enhance results.We cover all things AI & fertility, from;Can AI help track oocyte development?How does AI assist intended parents?Does AI donor egg matching improve fertility outcomes? And so much moreOvogene is the future of egg banks, and can provide you with the best egg donor solutions for your individual situation. Get in touch with their team today to learn more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content
Apr 8, 2024
20 min
Advances in IVF transparency - why should we care, and how to choose the right clinic
In this episode of The Ribbon Box Podcast, we’re joined by Dr Vladimio Silva, embryologist and Scientific and Executive Director at Procriar, a leading IVF centre in Portugal.We chat through the advancs in IVF treatment, success rates and how o choose the right fertility clinic. Looking for more info? Connect with Procriar and their team for more answers to specific questions, education and world-leading treatment.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content
Apr 3, 2024
37 min
Donor eggs and the latest on fertility preservation, from the experts at TFP Fertility
In this episode of The Ribbon Box Podcast, we're joined by TFP Thames Valley Fertility Embryology Manager Danielle Breen and TFP Oxford Fertility Donation & Surrogacy Lead Stacey Rohling, to chat through using donor eggs, and the latest on fertility preservation. In this episode, we cover;How do patients tend to get started with fertility preservation?What is tissue freezing?How long can we keep eggs, sperm, embryos and tissues frozen for? Is there a time limit? What's the best age to freeze our eggs? And what about sperm? And many more.If you need more support – or to get started with fertility preservation, donor egg conception, or any of the topics we’ve covered today, touch base with the amazing team at TFP Fertility.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content
Feb 29, 2024
33 min
The test that picked up low ferritin in my twin pregnancy, and how I’m navigating
This week on The Ribbon Box Podcast, we’re joined by Dr Laura Mooney from Randox Health.With TRB Founder Eloise currently expecting twins, she has taken the Randox EveryMother test, a comprehensive health check for women prenatal and postpartum.Dr Mooney joins Eloise to review her results, and answer questions like:Why is iron status so important during pregnancy? My TIBC level came back as high - what does this mean? And should we worry if it's low? What should we know about risk for gestational diabetes - should everyone test this?My EveryMother test looked at albumin, calcium, magnesium, iron, folic acid, vitamin B12 and vitamin D - are these the most crucial micronutrients during pregnancy? And many more.If you're looking to get more informed about your health prenatal and postpartum, book your test with Randox Health today.PLUS, you can get 10% OFF your in-clinic health test with code TRB10, right now.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content
Feb 15, 2024
26 min
Insulin resistance, fertility and well-being (and the latest research to know)
In this episode, we're joined by Emily Johnson, MS, RD and Research Lead at Veri, the program that combines your continuous glucose monitor data with behavior-change psychology and health science to guide you on your fertility journey.We chat insulin resistance and its impact on overall health, particularly its connection to fertility in women.All caught up? Get $30 off your first month of Veri here with the code: VSM-THERIBBONBOX.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content
Jan 17, 2024
28 min
Having twins, triplets or multiples? Here’s what to know (with a specialist who knows!)
This week on The Ribbon Box Podcast, we're joined by Professor Asma Khalil, a Consultant Obstetrician and Fetal Medicine specialist at St George’s Hospital, London.With the TRB Founder currently expecting twins, we wanted to get our questions asked by the expert. From the key challenges to be aware of with multiples, to having a comprehensive prenatal plan. Professor Asma Khalil provides a comprehensive range of services to support expectant mothers throughout their pregnancy journey. Get in touch with her today: https://asmakhalil.co.uk/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content
Dec 19, 2023
28 min
Why we wish we tested his sperm sooner - Sophie and Lee’s story
This week on The Ribbon Box Podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Sophie & Lee about their fertility journey, and how the male factor played a role. In the fertility space, the focus is overwhelmingly on the female partner. However, in this episode, we deep-dive into the male perspective and the advantages of testing male fertility early. Keen to get tested? Head over to order the Mojo at-home sperm test, for WHO-compliant results in just 48 hours after mailing your sample in.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fertility-spingboard/exclusive-content
Dec 4, 2023
34 min
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