Tiny Seeds Talking

Series 5 - Episode 2 - The Making of Us

In this episode Emma and Chantal share their journey to build their family. From navigating IUI, IVF and donor conception, to overcoming challenges raised by using the same donor for treatment in both Jersey and the UK. They offer helpful insight into the process and open up about their path to becoming parents to their two girls. 

Series 5 - Episode 1 - Egg Donation & Us

In this episode of Tiny Seeds Talking, we are joined by Christina as she shares her journey to motherhood through egg donation. From the decision to use donor eggs to the joy of raising her three boys, Christina has chosen to open up about her experience to provide support to others and offer insight into the process. Whether you’re considering egg donation, currently on the journey, or just want to understand more about different paths to parenthood, this episode offers firsthand experience, hope, and inspiration. 

Series 4 - Episode 1 - Baby Loss Awareness Week

In this special episode of Tiny Seeds Talking recorded during Baby Loss Awareness Week, Chloé is joined by Jo from another Jersey charity, Philip's Footprints. Together they discuss the importance of raising awareness about baby loss, breaking down the stigmas surrounding it and offering a safe space for parents to share their experiences. The conversation highlights the emotional challenges faced by those grieving the loss of their much longed for babies, the resources available to them and the ongoing work that is being done to improve support and care. 

Series 3 - Episode 3 - The Second Time Around

In this episode of Tiny Seeds Talking Chloé, Meryl and Toni reflect on their experiences of navigating a fertility struggle to bring home a second baby. All three went on very different journeys with the discussions touching on recurrent loss, IVF and inevitably losing yourself in the process, while at the same time trying to be the best parent you can to your existing child. We are so grateful to Toni and Meryl for stepping out of their comfort zones and stepping up to help us give that all important voice to those who find themselves in this space too. 
 
With thanks to Affinity Private Wealth for sponsoring this series of Tiny Seeds Talking. 

Series 3 - Episode 2 - Ask the Embryologist

The role of the embryologist during an IVF cycle is crucial, yet it is mostly performed behind the scenes and away from the patients. In this episode Chloé talks to Victoria Wigley from All About Embryology, asking questions about the practical side of treatment while also discussing the highs and lows that come with the responsibility of doing such an important job. 

Series 3 -Episode 1 - The Man's Perspective

In this episode Nick and Dave chat honestly and openly about the realities of going through a fertility struggle from a man’s perspective and share with Chloe how they navigated their own experiences with infertility, the impact this had on their relationships and the perceived stigma around speaking about it. 

Guided Meditation for Tiny Seeds

A guided meditation for Tiny Seeds to support people facing fertility struggles - providing a tool that can be used to support mental health and wellbeing - accessible anytime, anywhere. 
 
The recording includes Yoga Nidra (a body scan), pranayama (breathing techniques) and mantras (simple phrases to help evoke positivity). 
 
Helping you to take a moment and bring your attention back to the present, focusing on the here and now (something we know can be difficult to do when you are struggling to conceive), this meditation can be downloaded and listened to for free.

Series 2 - Episode 4 - Fertility, Nutrition & Lifestyle

Chloé is joined by Fertility Nutritionist Jess Pinel and GP and Women's Health Specialist Dr Jessica Langree-Marsh to talk all things nutrition and lifestyle while offering advice and suggestions for healthy steps you can take to help you on your fertility journey.

Series 2 - Episode 3 - The Process

Chloé and Danielle are joined by Professor Enda McVeigh to talk you through the fertility treatment process. In this episode we discuss everything from when to visit your doctor, to the tests and treatments you might find you need to help you conceive.

Series 2 - Episode 2 - Exploring the ”Add-Ons”

Chloé is joined by James Nicopoullos, Clinical Director for the Lister Fertility Clinic to discuss the treatment add-ons you might be offered or considering alongside your fertility treatment, the research behind them and when they might be appropriate to try.