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The Sexual Wellness Sessions

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The Sexual Wellness Sessions Podcast is a series of interviews hosted by Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist Kate Moyle. So many of these conversations about sex and relationships are happening behind the therapy room door; and Kate wants to bring them into the mainstream so that sexual wellbeing can get the attention it deserves. This series of interviews is about changing narratives, challenging beliefs, breaking away from feelings of shame and helping people to normalise talking about ...
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The Male Fertility Podcast

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Welcome to The Male Fertility Podcast, a show hosted by Ciaran and Shaun - two men who have walked the challenging path of fertility struggles themselves. With a mission to break the silence and stigma surrounding male fertility issues, they share their personal stories, insights, and knowledge to provide support, education, and inspiration to men facing similar challenges. In this unique and underrepresented podcast, you'll discover why this show is a crucial resource for anyone dealing wit ...
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Whilst we have come a long way in breaking down the silence around infertility, conversations around male infertility and male fertility issues are still broadly undiscussed. Common perception and assumptions around infertility are that it's a 'woman's issue', but it's estimated that 7% of all men are impacted by infertility; and an estimated one i…
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The impact of cancer can touch every part of our lives, but many people with cancer report that the impact that is rarely discussed is that on sex, pleasure, intimacy, relationships and dating. The experiences, treatments and changes that we go through are so layered in terms of the physical, emotional and psychological and it's impossible to separ…
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Miscommunication in relationships is inevitable. We misunderstand each other, misinterpret and make assumptions about what our partners are thinking and we all bring our own thoughts, feelings and experiences to our relationships - but what happens if it feels like we aren't even speaking the same language? In this episode Anne Hodder-Shipp discuss…
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Seeing things differently in relationships is inevitable - we can never expect to be 100% perfectly aligned with another person; but what about the stuff that we don't or can't see because it's in our blind spots? In this conversation I delve into the question 'What Am I Missing?' when it comes to sex, relationships and intimacy with Emma Reed Turr…
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There is a real lack of conversation around many medical conditions, and especially those which are not immediately visible, and MRKH falls into this category. Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome is a congenital condition which is characterised by the vagina and uterus being underdeveloped or absent, alongside other symptoms. As there ar…
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When it comes to sex and intimacy, one guarantee is that everyone has questions - it's impossible for any single person to know everything there is to know about sex and relationships. The lack of normalising conversation around the topic of sex leaves so many people feeling like they don't know how to ask or where to go to get their questions answ…
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Relationships come in many different shapes, sizes and configurations and every relationship model comes with its own set of benefits, challenges and complexities. When it comes to opening up relationships it can be hard to know where to start, how to talk about it and how to manage the emotions and logistics that accompany a new relationship struc…
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If sex is a skill to be learnt then can sexual fulfilment ever be really achieved, or is it something that changes with us throughout our lives? Sex-misinformation is rife, and many of us are set up by our sexual expectations which means that we and our partners will inevitably fail or struggle in some way to achieve these perfect and unrealistic v…
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So, here we are, the final episode of Series 2. And to celebrate that, Shaun and Ciaran met up to record their first ever in-person episode. This episode looks back on each episode from the series, and sees the lads reflect on the advice and knowledge that was shared by each expert guest. The boys unpick the information, and share their key takeawa…
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“Why does sex make babies, and babies spell erotic disaster in couples?” ~ Esther Perel, The Secret To Desire In A Long Term Relationship, Ted Talk. Dr Karen Gurney describes becoming parents as a 'relationship culture shock' and argues that it's unrealistic for us to expect our sex lives and intimacy to be unaffected by the competing priorities an…
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Whilst it can be considered that loss is the impossible-to-avoid flipside of love, becoming a widow at age 30 defies all predictions of what building a life with someone looks like. But, this was what happened to my guest Lotte Bowser, whose partner Ben died age 36 in the midst of their plans for making a future together. This conversation digs dee…
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Many of the ways in which we meet, date and maintain love, sex and intimacy have changed across generations; but what happens when these adaptations come up to clash with our historical and ingrained beliefs and expectations of relationships? Has how we love changed, or has the context around love moved on which has shaped our expectations and expe…
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This week, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Professor Allan Pacey MBE to talk all things male fertility. What Allan doesn't know in this field isn't worth knowing! Allan is the Professor of Andrology at the University of Manchester as well as Deputy Vice President and Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Biology. For 17 years he was the Head of Andrology fo…
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This week we talk to Robin Hadley about involuntary male childlessness. Robin is a leading expert on the psychological and societal impact of male childlessness. He completed his Masters on the subject, and has subsequently written several academic papers on the topic, as well as his critically acclaimed book on the subject. Shaun, Ciaran and Robin…
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*Warning - this episode includes discussions on pregnancy loss and miscarriage* In this week’s episode, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Jackie Stewart, an accredited independent counsellor who specialises in fertility counselling. We discuss miscarriage and pregnancy loss, specifically the impact it has on men - who are so often forgotten in this sc…
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On this episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by leading expert in fertility, Dr Tim Child. Having previously focused heavily on male infertility, what that means, the treatments available, and how to process it - the conversation around what happens next is a crucially important one for the podcast. Ciaran and Shaun ta…
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This week on The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by specialist fertility counsellor, Tracey Sainsbury. Tracey is a specialist fertility counsellor, dedicated to providing compassionate support and guidance to individuals and couples navigating the complexities of fertility challenges. She is an advisory board member for various …
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This episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by senior fertility nurse specialist, Francesca Steyn. Francesca is the Clinical Services Manager at the Wales Fertility Institute. She has over 18 years of experience in the sector, and is the current chair of The Royal College of Nurses' Fertility Nursing Forum. What is a Fer…
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In this week’s episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Melanie Brown, one of the leading nutritionists in the fertility world. She has worked with some of the leading clinics and professionals in the UK fertility industry, and is currently writing a book on how to improve male fertility with the urologist and male fert…
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In this episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Emma Whitney, the Director of Embryology and Genetics at The Evewell Clinic, to talk all about embryologists and the vital work they do. Emma Whitney is the Director of embryology and genetics at The Evewell group in London. With over 20 years of practical IVF laboratory …
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The Male Fertility Podcast is back and to kick start this series, in this episode, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Oliver Wiseman, a Consultant Urologist based at Cambridge University Hospitals and Bourn Hall Fertility Clinic. Both Shaun and Ciaran saw Oliver when they were going through their fertility treatment. He is very experienced in the manag…
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The Male Fertility Podcast returns to your ears with Series 2! This series, Shaun and Ciaran are being joined by different professionals to have a chat and to ask the questions that they themselves wanted to when they were going through their fertility chapter. The Intro Episode This intro episode, Ciaran and Shaun chat about what Series 1 was like…
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Welcome to last episode in this series of The Male Fertility Podcast! It has been quite an adventure for both Shaun and Ciaran. From talking about the initial diagnosis to fatherhood, the lads have talked about a variety of different things and now to finish this series of, they are joined by their lovely wives, Jennifer and Jenna. The Partner Pers…
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As we draw close to the end of this series, Shaun and Ciaran talk about pregnancy and fatherhood. In this episode, they talk about their experiences with pregnancy, birth and then after birth, discussing the emotions that they went through and how they overcame the obstacles they faced. The Two Week Wait & Communication Shaun and Ciaran talk about …
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In this episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Ciaran and Shaun dive into lifestyle habits that can affect your fertility. In this information packed episode, the lads talk about reducing the stressors in your life and where to actually make a start. Exercising and Fertility: Ciaran starts off by talking about how exercising is not only good for yo…
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Join Shaun and Ciaran in this episode of The Male Fertility Podcast as they delve into the important topic of mindset when facing infertility, and crucially, how they came to accept what they were going through. Discover how embracing a new mindset can lead to personal growth and becoming a better version of yourself. Acceptance Shaun shares his pe…
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Welcome to the first episode of The Male Fertility Podcast in 2024! Join Shaun and Ciaran as they delve into the complexities of emotions and relationship strains encountered on the fertility journey. Thoughts & Feelings: In this episode, Shaun and Ciaran open up about the thoughts and feelings they experienced in relation to their partners. They c…
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Join Ciaran and Shaun as they talk about the pathways to parenthood. We are going to be talking about the options when it comes to assisted reproduction; the process of IVF, what ICSI is and what to expect. The guys also discuss alternate routes to parenthood, such as donor conception. Options for Parenthood We talk about the options that are avail…
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In this episode, we delve into the crucial topic of the diagnosis — exploring the initial processing, seeking support, and addressing the pervasive silence that often surrounds male fertility issues. Understanding the Diagnosis: Stages of Grief: Shaun provides his perspective on the diagnosis, and then unravels the stages of grief that one might ex…
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Join us in Episode 3 as we tackle a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of male fertility — the shocking decrease in sperm count witnessed over recent years. This episode on The Male Fertility Podcast aims to start a conversation about a topic that demands everyone's attention. Exploring the Sperm Count Decline: Delving into the alarming trend of d…
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Welcome back to Episode 2 of The Male Fertility Podcast, where we delve into the inspiring journey of Ciaran, exploring the hurdles he faced and overcame on his path to parenthood. Ciaran's Fertility Journey: Ciaran's story unfolds in 2011, when he and his partner Jen got married. Little did they anticipate the unexpected challenges that lay ahead …
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, where we embark on an inspiring journey with Shaun as he shares his personal experience with male infertility. Shaun's Story: Shaun's narrative begins in 2017 when he was confronted with a daunting diagnosis: Azoospermia, a condition characterised by a lack of sperm. He takes us throug…
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The sexual wellness industry is booming with new products, platforms and apps joining the market all the time. When this is in combination with the huge role that social media and the internet plays in our lives, we can see that influencers have the potential to play a big role in starting conversations, raising awareness and breaking down taboos. …
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Hello and a warm welcome to The Male Fertility Podcast, your go-to space for insightful discussions on male fertility, hosted by Ciaran and Shaun! We're thrilled to launch this podcast, and in this introductory episode, we share a bit about ourselves, our motivations, and what you can expect from the podcast. About The Male Fertility Podcast: Our m…
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In this episode Jack Guinness describes how The Queer Bible is the book that the younger him needed and wished for. Growing up in Britain under Section 28 meant that generations of LGBTQI+ people grew up without seeing themselves or people like them in books, publications or media. This left so many feeling isolated in their feelings and experience…
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According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists nearly 3/4 women will experience pain during intercourse at some point during their lives, and yet despite this many struggle to get answers to why they are experiencing this type of pain. There are multiple reasons that someone may be experiencing pain in their genitals and pelv…
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Many of us lack confidence in our bodies, and have anxieties or worries about how our body might look, especially when comparing ourselves to others. These anxieties can extend to our genitals with many struggling to accept their body which can interfere with desire, arousal and sexual functioning as well as self-esteem and sexual self confidence. …
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The transition to parenthood for a couple is one that consists of huge highs and plenty of challenges, as we navigate the shift of going from couple to family, and all that comes with that. Parenting can bring intense joy and love coupled with demands on our emotions, time, availability and energy as we nurture our children through different stages…
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With the changes the world has seen as a result of the internet, and latterly the smartphone with the debut of the iPhone in 2007; there has never been more availability of information and content online at the click of a button. This has completely changed the way in which so many people access pornography and has reduced barriers to who can acces…
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Adapting your life after an accident or illness is something that many individuals and couples have to go through, but many report sex and intimacy being the part of their lives that they feel least resourced to know how to manage with the big changes that have taken place for them. Knowing where to start, how to talk about it or even how to unders…
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Attachment theory is a commonly discussed psychological and relational theory that is rooted in how we develop attachments in early childhood, and continue them throughout our lives, adulthood and couple relationships. There are thousands of books written on the topic of how we can understand relationships, be better in relationships and choose the…
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Sex, pleasure and orgasm are influenced by numerous parts of our lives - biological, social and psychological - but what happens in our brain when we fantasise, experience desire or orgasm? And how do experiences like stress and anxiety interrupt our sex lives on a brain and body level? Neuroscientist, author and researcher Dr Nan Wise unpacks what…
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Research shows at least 1 in 3 women find some aspect of their birth traumatic. Someone's birthing experience can be influenced by an almost unlimited number of factors both contextual and personal, which can make all the difference to how someone feels about their childbirth experience. Birth trauma can be considered to be a unique trauma experien…
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Most of us interact with some form of media on a daily basis, with it creating both positive and negative influence on various aspects of our health and wellbeing. The messages and information that we digest from mass media are now often translated across social media and our smartphones, meaning that it can be hard to constantly think about what w…
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Why is sexual communication one of the key ingredients of our sex lives, but yet is one of the hardest things for us to do? Very few of us feel well set up or equipped to talk about sex comfortably, and so in this episode Vanessa and Xander Marin New York Times Best Selling authors of Sex Talks: The Five Conversations That Will Transform Your Love …
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The practice of manifesting has gained a lot of attention over the last few years, and so for this final episode of series three I wanted to understand how manifesting can show up in our dating lives, relationships and sex lives. Defined as the practice of thinking aspirational thoughts with the purpose of making them real, I see a lot of cross ove…
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Despite being a condition which impacts one in five hundred women Vaginismus is a rarely discussed and often misunderstood sexual dysfunction. It’s characterised by the involuntary contraction of the muscles around the vagina which can make penetration painful, difficult and often impossible. There are unlimited reasons for why someone might be str…
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Love is a huge part of our humanity, and for many of us it plays a big part in how we engage with the world whether it's the love we have for a romantic or sexual partner, familial or friendship love, or the love that we have for ourselves. Our social context has changed so much across the centuries which has impacted how we love and how we think a…
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Anxiety can show up in every area of our lives, and sometimes with what feels like no logical explanation or reason. One of the hardest things can also be not knowing how to communicate or explain to a partner about how we are feeling, particularly if from the outside it looks like nothing has changed. Performance anxiety can show up for us in situ…
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Sexual experiences involve the participation of both our bodies and our minds; and so the relationship that we have with our bodies and how we think and feel about them can hugely influence our experience of sex. Body confidence is something that comes up a huge amount in the therapy room for both men and women. Whilst it may not be explicitly obvi…
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