This week we welcome Louise, who very kindly agreed to talk about her IVF journey and her pregnancy so far.

In this episode Louise talks openly about the whole IVF process from her own personal experiences. IVF is a very personal and individual process and Louise talks openly about the numerous medical appointments, the numerous injections, the numerous scans and of course the mental strain that the whole IVF process can impact couples. 

This is by no means a doom and gloom episode. More of a reality check for those wishing to go down the IVF route. The time and patience needed. The financial impact it will have, if you decide to go private and the impact it can have on your relationships.

Louise's story is amazing and one that I have personally followed on her Instagram account (journey_to_baby_clarke) for a year now and when I tell you I have never wanted something to succeed so much for a stranger online, I'm not exaggerating. Science is a beautiful thing and I am so happy it has been able to help Louise build her family. 

Here are the book recommendations that Louise discusses in the podcast:

1. It Starts with the Egg - Rebecca Fett https://bit.ly/3rWL60u

2. Trying to get Prgnant - Marisa Peer https://amzn.to/3IT2iuP

3. Zita West's Guide to Fertility and Assisted Conception - Zita West https://amzn.to/3g5tdap

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast please email theswaneffectmumblog@gmail.com