Misconception: a Gaia Family podcast is your go-to podcast for all things family building. From the early stages of understanding your fertility, to the hurdles of trying to conceive, Misconception opens the doors to what it really means to build a family. Hosted by Amber Izzo, IVF patient, advocate, and campaigner, each week, we talk to people who have lived it, and the people who make it happen. New episodes released every Tuesday! Thanks for listening. Follow us @gaiafamilyofficial. www.g ...
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Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in fertility treatment? Join Emma, the embryologist, and her husband Simon for a down-to-earth conversation about making dreams of parenthood a reality. Each episode dives into the science of embryology in a way that's easy to understand, empowering you to ask the right questions on your fertility journey.
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Let's Talk IVF is for everyone trying to have a baby. Whether you are trying to conceive naturally, thinking about starting fertility treatment, or currently having treatment, there is something for everyone. We will discuss the Science, the Emotions and Everything in between. If you would like to work with me, I have a free introduction call, so we can chat and see if we are a good fit. You can book your call through the link below - https://ivfcoachingclinic.as.me/intro Or you can contact ...
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Listen to the latest informational podcasts from RSC New Jersey fertility experts Dr. William Ziegler, Dr. Alan Martinez, and Dr. Virginia Mensah.
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Improvised (un)true crime. Featuring Dana Daniele, Libby Genz, Katy Hennen, Cortney Warner, and Rachel Wilson. Only on Project Nerd. Send us a suggestion to inspire our next episode at murdershejokedpod@gmail.com!
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Male Fertility and Infertility is a topic which gets little airtime, however The Fertility Podcast had discussed what causes it, what can be done about it, how it can be improved before having to have fertility treatment, what treatment is available and what is life like for childless men.
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S2E10 - Pregnancy reduction and IVF: in conversation with Erin Bulcao
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Influencer Erin Bulcao joins us to talk about her fertility journey, from IUI to IVF, pregnancy reduction for medical reasons and choosing to share her story online - it's not one to miss. The season 2 finale is here! @mybeautifulblunder Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Join our fertility c…
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S2E09 - IUI, IVF, and the determination to keep going: in conversation with Sarah Shafer
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Founder of Fertility Dreams Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting other people to access treatment through grants, Sarah Shafer shares her fertility story of nearly 20 IUIs and 7 rounds of IVF, and how even now with 2 children, it’s still so raw. @shafer1809 @fertilitydreamsfoundation Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamil…
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S2E08 - Male factor infertility and the hidden guilt: in conversation with Henry Sinclair
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Swimmers founder, Henry Sinclair, joins us to share his experience of male factor infertility, and why his story led to founding his own male factor fertility charity with his wife, Tara. Swimmers - Social Swimmers Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Join our fertility community Facebook group…
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S2E07 - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and finding joy in life: in conversation with Abbie Clark
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UGC creator Abbie Clark joins us to talk about her diagnosis of PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), how she's found joy in life away from fertility treatment, and how she's preparing to start her own IVF journey. You don't want to miss it! @abbiegclark Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Join ou…
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S2E06 - Uterus didelphys, surrogacy, and taking a break: in conversation with Monica Wunderman
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Monica Wunderman joins us to talk about her diagnosis of 'uterus didelphys' and what this means for her path to parenthood. She talks candidly about how she feels about other people's pregnancies, as well as her journey to conception using a surrogate and the decision to step back and take a break. @waitingforbabywunder Request your free, personali…
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S2E05 - Infertility and generational experiences: in conversation with Seetal Savla
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Seetal Savla joins us to share her fertility story, through IVF, loss and donor treatment. Including how her family had experienced their own losses in generations previously, and how her South Asian heritage impacted her search for a donor, it's our pleasure to sit down and talk to Seetal. @savlafaire Request your free, personalized quote at gaiaf…
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S2E04 - IVF, baby loss, and parenting after infertility: in conversation with Caitlyn O'Neil
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TikTok influencer Caitlyn O'Neil joins us to talk about her highly documented conception journey. From her fertility journey to her first child, to her journey with recurrent loss and IVF to conceive her 1 year old son, as well as how it's impacted her parenting journey, Caitlyn speaks so candidly about every step of her path to parenthood. TikTok:…
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S2E03 - The importance of male fertility testing: in conversation with Ian Stones and Toby Trice
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Co-founders of Test Him, an organization focused solely on male factor fertility, join us to talk about the importance of male testing. @testhimltd test him - tackling fertility together. Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Join our fertility community Facebook group, IVF Unfiltered: the truth…
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Dr. William Ziegler discusses questions many may have about fertility diets and how diets can affect fertility.By Reproductive Science Center of NJ
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S2E02 - Opening the doors to embryology: in conversation with Alease Daniel Barnes
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Embryologist, Alease Daniel Barnes, joins us to talk all things embryology. From behind the scenes to bridging the gap between the lab and the patient, plus the impact of US politics on IVF, it's not one to miss! @alease_the_embryologist Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Join our fertility c…
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S2E01 - Premature Ovarian Failure & DEIVF: in conversation with Emily Patel
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Emily Patel is the founder of Hopeful Mama Foundation, and she joins us to talk all about her own path to parenthood. Having been diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Failure at just 25 years old, Emily talks us through every part of her journey, including how because of her own experiences, she now devotes her life to supporting other 'hopeful mamas'.…
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Fertility treatment becomes all invasive when trying to conceive and attending a clinic. So it is essential that family and friends are aware of this to some level, so that you can be supported and receive the compassion needed for both family and social events and when you have received bad news. Sharing with a small group of family and friends me…
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IVF 101 – A beginners guide to the world of IVF and assisted reproduction
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What is IVF and who is it for? What does a full IVF cycle look like? What is the lowest AMH for IVF? What injections are required? Plus many more questions answered during this insightful episode of Hatching a Plan with Emma the Embryologist and her husband, Simon Tomes. Follow up by reading 10 essential questions to ask during your IVF consultatio…
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Dr. Alan Martinez discusses how RSCNJ supports LGBTQIA+ patients when going through fertility treatments.By Reproductive Science Center of NJ
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To PGT or not to PGT that is the question
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To PGT or not to PGT that is the question. Director of Embryology and Genetics, Emma the Embryologist and her husband, Simon, explore all things Pre-implantation Genetic Testing (PGT). Emma shares advice direct from the several years in the lab, including discussions around NHS funding, costs, thawing, refreezing, embryo recovery, brca genes, timef…
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Everything you need to know about donor sperm
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In episode two of Hatching a Plan. Simon and Emma, who are married, discuss donor sperm in an informative and lighthearted way. Emma, the fertility expert, shares her knowledge about why people use donor sperm, what to consider when choosing a donor, and the legalities involved (focusing on the UK). The episode is aimed at anyone who is considering…
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Choosing a fertility clinic: Understanding the Vienna Consensus
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Are you considering IVF or other fertility treatments? Feeling overwhelmed by the process and clinic options? This episode is for you! Join Emma, a highly experienced embryologist, and her husband Simon for a casual and informative chat. They'll be diving deep into the world of fertility, specifically focusing on the Vienna Consensus. In Episode 1 …
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Do you love exercise and worry that your exercise may affect your ability to get pregnant? Physician Assistant Kelly Curtis discusses how exercise can possibly affect your fertility.By Reproductive Science Center of NJ
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Dr. William Ziegler discusses the use of Ozempic as a weight loss toll an the possible negative impact it can have on your fertility.By Reproductive Science Center of NJ
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S1E10 - Double donation IVF: in conversation with Emma Haslam
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This week we’re talking to Emma Haslam. After finding out her and her husband, Adam, needed IVF to conceive, and facing numerous hurdles in both the NHS and private fertility sector, as well as challenges on the route to adoption, Emma and Adam opted to travel abroad and undergo IVF with 'double donation'. Double donation in IVF involves the use of…
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Embryologist Amanda Iorio discusses Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection, or ICSI, at RSCNJ.By Reproductive Science Center of NJ
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S1E09 - Donor eggs and surrogacy: in conversation with Kreena Dhiman - part 2
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This week we’re talking to Kreena Dhiman. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Kreena went through IVF to freeze her embryos prior to chemotherapy. But what followed was a journey she never expected to embark on. From heart failure to surrogacy, Kreena's story is both so moving and so inspiring, that we've split it into two parts. In part 2, K…
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S1E08 - IVF as a same-sex couple: in conversation with Katie Bouchier
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This week we’re talking to Katie Bouchier (@the_bouchiers) - parent of the first ever Gaia baby! Katie joins us to talk about her IVF journey as a same-sex couple. Katie and Georgia eventually travelled to Greece for their IVF, having gone through IUI and baby loss. Katie joins us to openly tell her story. Request your free, personalized quote at g…
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S1E07 - Navigating male factor infertility: in conversation with Shaun Greenaway and Ciaran Hannington
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This week we’re talking to Shaun Greenaway (Knackered Knackers) and Ciaran Hannington (The Male Fertility PT). After sharing their own fertility stories of IVF, male factor infertility and sperm donor IVF, Shaun and Ciaran started their own podcast dedicated to just that - The Male Fertility Podcast. We're joined by them as they share their stories…
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S1E06 - Part I | Breast cancer, heart failure and surrogacy: in conversation with Kreena Dhiman
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This week we’re talking to Kreena Dhiman. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Kreena went through IVF to freeze her embryos prior to chemotherapy. But what followed was a journey she never expected to embark on. From heart failure to surrogacy, Kreena's story is both so moving and so inspiring, that we've split it into two parts. Stay tuned f…
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S1E05 - Supporting a friend through fertility treatment: in conversation with Beci Piggott
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This week we’re talking to our host's best friend, Beci. Amber was trying to conceive for 7 years, going through 3 cycles of IVF. And by her side the whole way through, was Beci. We often talk about what we don't want to hear when trying to conceive, and so this week we are shining a light on the perspective on the friend supporting you through it.…
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S1E04 - Starting your fertility journey: in conversation with Coni Longden-Jefferson
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This week we’re talking to Nixi Body founder, Coni Longden-Jefferson (@conilj). Coni works within the reproductive health space, but starting her own fertility journey felt like a whole new ball game. Join us as we chat to Coni about navigating the first year of trying to conceive, and where to start when you're suspecting an issue. --- Request you…
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S1E03 - When IVF doesn't work: in conversation with Annabel Gurnett
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This week we’re talking to 'Am I Ovary Acting?' podcast co-host, Annabel Gurnett (@annabelgurnett). Annabel joins us to talk about her trying to conceive journey, from her husband's male factor infertility diagnosis, baby loss, and her recent IVF cycle that sadly resulted in no embryos. An open and honest conversation about the real trials and trib…
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S1E02 - Losing Weight for IVF: in conversation with Nicole Robinson
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This week we’re talking to Nicole Robinson, aka GoodLuckNic about her fertility journey. From finding out she had blocked fallopian tubes and needing to lose weight for IVF, to lockdown clinic closures and trying to conceive a sibling, there's a lot to discuss! You can follow Nic on Instagram @goodlucknic and @fitilityuk. Request your free, persona…
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S1E01 - Endometriosis, IVF and loss: in conversation with Miranda Burns
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Episode notes: 1 in 10 of women have endometriosis worldwide (Endometriosis UK) This week we’re talking to Capital South Coast host Miranda Burns, as she candidly shares her journey with endometriosis, IVF and baby loss. You can follow Miranda at miranda.burns on Instagram. Request your free, personalized quote at gaiafamily.com. Follow us on Insta…
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When you're trying to have a baby, getting pregnant can be all you think about. Physician Assistant Kelly Curtis discusses the ways that both men and women can optimize their natural fertility.By Reproductive Science Center of NJ
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Dr. Alan Martinez debunks common myths about contraception and fertility.By Reproductive Science Center of NJ
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As marijuana is becoming legal in more states, many people are looking to it as a way to wind down & de-stress but if you're thinking about getting pregnant, can marijuana use have an effect? Dr. William Ziegler discusses the possible effects marijuana can have on fertility.By Reproductive Science Center of NJ
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Have you struggled with your weight but now you're thinking about getting pregnant? Physician Assistant Kelly Curtis discusses the relationship between weight and fertility.By Reproductive Science Center of NJ
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దగ్గు ఇంకా జలుబు ఉన్న వాళ్ళు ఈ జాగ్రతలు తీసుకోండి | C.L.Venkat Rao | Telugu Doctor Talks
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దగ్గు ఇంకా జలుబు ఉన్న వాళ్ళు ఈ జాగ్రతలు తీసుకోండి | C.L.Venkat Rao | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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గర్భసంచి తొలగించడం వల్ల వచ్చే ఆరోగ్య సమస్యలు ఇవే | C.L.Venkat Rao | Telugu Doctor Talks
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గర్భసంచి తొలగించడం వల్ల వచ్చే ఆరోగ్య సమస్యలు ఇవే | C.L.Venkat Rao | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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IVF vs ICSI వీటి మధ్య ఉన్న తేడా ఏంటంటే | దేనిలో సక్సెస్ ఎక్కువ ఉంది అంటే | Telugu Doctor Talks
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IVF vs ICSI వీటి మధ్య ఉన్న తేడా ఏంటంటే | దేనిలో సక్సెస్ ఎక్కువ ఉంది అంటే | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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ఈ మిల్క్ పౌడర్ వల్ల ఉండే ఆరోగ్య ప్రయోజనలు | C.L.Venkat Rao | Telugu Doctor Talks
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ఈ మిల్క్ పౌడర్ వల్ల ఉండే ఆరోగ్య ప్రయోజనలు | C.L.Venkat Rao | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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చిన్న పిల్లలకు ముక్కు నుండి రక్తం ఎందుకు వస్తాది? | C.L.Venkat Rao | Telugu Doctor Talks
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చిన్న పిల్లలకు ముక్కు నుండి రక్తం ఎందుకు వస్తాది? | C.L.Venkat Rao | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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Embryo Transfer అంటే ఏమిటి? Embryo Transfer తర్వాత తీసుకోవలసిన జాగ్రతలు | ఆ తప్పు చేస్తే చాల ప్రమాదం | Telugu Doctor Talks
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Embryo Transfer అంటే ఏమిటి? Embryo Transfer తర్వాత తీసుకోవలసిన జాగ్రతలు | ఆ తప్పు చేస్తే చాల ప్రమాదం | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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Egg Freezing అంటే ఏమిటి? వయస్సు లేకపోయినా ఇలా చేస్తే పిల్లలు పుడతారు | Telugu Doctor Talks
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Egg Freezing అంటే ఏమిటి? వయస్సు లేకపోయినా ఇలా చేస్తే పిల్లలు పుడతారు | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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మనకి తెలియకుండానే మనలో క్యాన్సర్ ఏర్పడుతుంది అందుకే Cancer Screening అవసరం | Telugu Doctor Talks
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మనకి తెలియకుండానే మనలో క్యాన్సర్ ఏర్పడుతుంది అందుకే Cancer Screening అవసరం | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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రొమ్ములో ఉండే ప్రతి గడ్డ క్యాన్సర్ కాదు - రొమ్ము క్యాన్సర్ పై పూర్తి వివరణ | Telugu Doctor Talks
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రొమ్ములో ఉండే ప్రతి గడ్డ క్యాన్సర్ కాదు - రొమ్ము క్యాన్సర్ పై పూర్తి వివరణ | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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Endometriosis can be a painful but manageable condition and many women with this condition wonder if they can get pregnant. Dr. Alan Martinez talks about the correlation between endometriosis and infertility.By Reproductive Science Center of NJ
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రోజు ఆర్వో వాటర్ తాగడం మంచిదేనా ? | - Dr CL Venkat Rao | Telugu Doctor Talks
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రోజు ఆర్వో వాటర్ తాగడం మంచిదేనా ? | - Dr CL Venkat Rao | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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పిల్లలు లేరు అనే బాధ ఇక అవసరంలేదు | IVF పై పూర్తి అవగాహన | Telugu Doctor Talks
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పిల్లలు లేరు అనే బాధ ఇక అవసరంలేదు | IVF పై పూర్తి అవగాహన | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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Pregnancy Test ఎప్పుడు చేసుకోవాలి ? Home Test తర్వాత డాక్టర్ ని సంప్రదించాలా? | Telugu Doctor Talks
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Pregnancy Test ఎప్పుడు చేసుకోవాలి ? Home Test తర్వాత డాక్టర్ ని సంప్రదించాలా? | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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పిల్లలకి తల్లి పాలు ఇస్తే ఇద్దరికీ మంచిది | Importance Of Breastfeeding |Telugu Doctor Talks
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పిల్లలకి తల్లి పాలు ఇస్తే ఇద్దరికీ మంచిది | Importance Of Breastfeeding |Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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గర్భిణులకు డయాబెటిస్ సమస్య - ప్రయోజనకరమైన సలహాలు | Diabeties in Pregnant Women | Telugu Doctor Talks
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గర్భిణులకు డయాబెటిస్ సమస్య - ప్రయోజనకరమైన సలహాలు | Diabeties in Pregnant Women | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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Dr Bhavya Bayana : తల నుండి కాలి వరకు వచ్చే క్యాన్సర్లు ఏమిటి ? Cancers From Head To Toe | Telugu Doctor Talks
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Dr Bhavya Bayana : తల నుండి కాలి వరకు వచ్చే క్యాన్సర్లు ఏమిటి ? Cancers From Head To Toe | Telugu Doctor TalksBy Dwani
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