All Episodes
494. IVF Costs, Breakthroughs, AI, and the Ethics of Embryo Storage
In this episode, Prof Chapman unpacks the real cost of an IVF cycle in Australia, reflects on the biggest breakthroughs of his 35-year career, and shares why sperm inj...
493. Ovulation Timing and Embryo Mix-ups
In this episode, Prof Chapman answers Katie’s question about why ovulation can occur on different cycle days even with the same Letrozole dose, offering practical guid...
492. The State of Donor Sperm Supply in Australia
In this episode, Prof Chapman explains the growing demand for donor sperm in Australia, the categories of patients who need it, and the ethical framework that requires...
491. How Telehealth Expands IVF Access Across Australia
In this episode, Prof Chapman explores how telehealth has transformed fertility care for rural Australians. He explains how virtual consultations, e-scripts, and remot...
490. Expanding Access to IVF: Medicare Rebates, Social Infertility, and Emotional Support
In this episode, Prof Chapman unpacks the 2025 Medicare rebate expansion that now recognizes social infertility, opening IVF access for single women and LGBTQ+ couples...
489. Why IVF Isn't Always the First Step
In this episode, Prof Chapman shares why IVF is not always the immediate answer for couples struggling to conceive. He explains when it makes sense to wait, the key in...
488. Coping with a Failed IVF Cycle: Understanding Healing and Next Steps
In this episode, Prof Chapman explores the emotional impact of a failed IVF cycle and why it happens more often than many realize. He discusses the science behind embr...
487. Navigating Pregnancy Loss and Next Steps After IVF
In this episode, Prof Chapman answers a listener’s question about pregnancy loss, ectopic concerns, and whether to pursue frozen embryo transfer or wait for natural co...
486. The Real Risks of IVF: Myths, Facts, and Medical Advances
In this episode, Prof Chapman explores the true risks of IVF—separating early fears and misconceptions from what decades of research now tell us. He explains why IVF b...
485. Inside the First Step of IVF: From Egg Retrieval to Embryo Transfer
In this episode, Prof Chapman takes us step-by-step through the IVF process—from triggering egg maturation to retrieval, fertilization, embryo development, and transfe...
483. Behind the Numbers: What Men Should Know Before IVF
In this episode, Prof Chapman focuses on the male side of infertility—explaining when IVF is appropriate and when it's not. He encourages listeners to consult true fer...
482. Do You Really Need IVF? Prof Chapman Explains When It's Necessary - and When It's Not
In this episode, Prof Chapman, Senior Fertility Specialist and Medical Director of Life Fertility Center Sydney, takes us back to basics—breaking down who truly needs ...
481. The Future of IVF: AI, Easier Treatments & The Real Road Ahead
In this episode, Prof Chapman unpacks the latest innovations in IVF—from robotic lab tech that could outperform embryologists to oral fertility drugs that may ease the...
480. From Early Experiments to the Future of Embryo Selection (Part 1)
In this episode, Prof. Chapman reflects on how far IVF has come—from 10% pregnancy rates and invasive laparoscopic egg collection in the 1980s, to today’s advanced cul...
479. Freezing Time: Evolving Fertility Options for Women in Their 30s and 40s
In this episode, Prof Chapman explores the evolving science behind fertility preservation for women in their 30s and 40s. He discusses the dramatic improvements in egg...
478. Taking a Break and Tackling Blame: A Candid Look at Fertility Treatment for Couples
In this episode, Prof Chapman answers a live question about whether it’s okay to take a break from fertility treatment—and explains when it’s helpful and when it might...
477. Understanding DNA Fragmentation: The Hidden Factor in Male Fertility
In this episode, Prof Chapman explores the role of DNA fragmentation in sperm health, its impact on fertilization and miscarriage rates, and how antioxidants and advan...