Welcome to IVF Real Talk a weekly podcast hosted by Lucy and Yaelle, two friends who’ve been through IVF . Each week they share honest conversations with real people about their fertility journeys, alongside insights from leading doctors and specialists. IVF Real Talk is a safe space for anyone navigating infertility, reminding you that you’re not alone on this journey.
Disclaimer: please refer to your medical professional for medical advice as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences.
EP 98 | The Truth About AMH and Your Egg Reserve with Dr Rusty Ozbek
In this episode of IVF Real Talk, Lucy and Yaelle are joinedby Dr Oybek Rustamov, (known online as Dr Rusty) Clinical Director at Adora Brisbane, to discuss all things AMH and ovarian reserve.
They explore how ovarian reserve works, what AMH testingmeasures, when the test was first developed and who should consider getting tested.
Dr Rusty also shares how he unexpectedly uncovered issues with a newer AMH test, raising important questions about the accuracy of results.
The conversation covers when to test your AMH, what yourlevels can and can’t tell you about your fertility, and why a low AMH result doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll struggle to fall pregnant.
Whether you’re planning for the future, considering eggfreezing or navigating your fertility journey, this episode breaks down the science behind AMH and what you need to know.
Find Dr Rusty Here; TikTok - Make Your Day (https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.rusty7)
OybekRustamov (@dr.rusty7) • Instagram photos and videos (https://www.instagram.com/dr.rusty7/)
Adora Fertility AdoraFertility | Trusted IVF & Fertility Treatment Care (https://www.adorafertility.com.au/)
Dr Rustys book: https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=AbBwEQAAQBAJ&rdid=book-AbBwEQAAQBAJ&rdot=1&pli=1&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio (https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=AbBwEQAAQBAJ&rdid=book-AbBwEQAAQBAJ&rdot=1&pli=1&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio)
This episode is proudly sponsored by Aevum Bio Clinic
An Australian telehealth clinic offering personalised, compassionate care for adults, with a focus on women’s health, fertility and weight management. Aevum Bio Clinic makes accessing professional support easier, with care from the comfort of your own home.
Find Aevum Bio Clinic here; https://www.aevumbioclinic.com.au/ (https://www.aevumbioclinic.com.au/)
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20 Sept 2026
EP 97 | You Asked, We Answered: The Season Finale
After another huge season of IVF Real Talk, Lucy and Yaelleare sitting down together in their new studio for a more personal episode, answering your questions, addressing a fertility dilemma and having a proper catch-up.
The podcast will then be taking a short three-week break,but don’t worry, Lucy and Yaelle will be back on Monday, 19 October with plenty more IVF Real Talk.
Thank you for being part of this season and for continuingto listen, share, support and be part of this incredible community. They can’t wait to be back!
This episode is proudly sponsored by Monash IVF. Monash IVF is here to help patients understand their options, feel informed, and decide what’s right for them.
Visit (http://monashivf.com/ivfrealtalk)https://monashivf.com/ivfrealtalk/ (https://monashivf.com/ivfrealtalk/)to speak with an experienced fertility nurse and take your next step with confidence today. IVF Real Talk Podcast Socials:
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13 Sept 2026
EP 96 | Could Your Diet Be Affecting Your Fertility? With Clinical Nutritionist Monique Cormack
Clinical Nutritionist Monique Cormack joins us for thisepisode to share her own fertility journey, including her experience with hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA), a condition where the body can stop ovulating when it isn’t getting enough energy to meet its needs, often in the context ofunder-eating, excessive exercise or stress.
Her experience completely changed the way she understoodnutrition, fertility and what it means to properly nourish your body.
We then dive into a fertility nutrition Q&A, whereMonique, answers some of the biggest questions we hear: Do cold drinks really affect fertility? Does seed cycling work? Should you be eating organic? What can you do to support sperm health? What supplements are actually worth considering? And what is her #1 fertility superfood?
This episode is proudly sponsored by Repromed. Repromedunderstands fertility treatment isn't one-size-fits-all, and understanding your options is often the first step forward.
Visit https://repromed.com.au/ivfrealtalk/ (https://repromed.com.au/ivfrealtalk/) to speak with anexperienced fertility nurse and take your next step with confidence today.
DISCLAIMER: Please refer to your medical professionalfor medical advice, as this podcast is based on individual personal experiences.
Episode Links;
Find Mon here; arxi| preconception supplement (@from.arxi) • Instagram photos and videos (https://www.instagram.com/from.arxi/)
MoniqueCormack | Fertility, IVF & Pregnancy Nutritionist(@moniquecormacknutrition) • Instagram photos and videos (https://www.instagram.com/moniquecormacknutrition/)
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More on Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Functionalhypothalamic amenorrhea - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Functional_hypothalamic_amenorrhea)
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