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  • Series 3, Episode 10 with Frank Fallon
    2025/03/12

    In this powerful series finale, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Frank Fallon to discuss his journey through male factor infertility, successful ICSI treatment, and what life looks like after.

    Frank and his wife faced male factor infertility before achieving success on their first round of ICSI. Determined to understand his diagnosis, Frank pursued additional NHS tests, which ultimately revealed an abnormal varicocele. Despite the NHS declining further testing, Frank improved his fertility health through dietary changes and supplements like Impryl, eventually achieving results in the healthy range.

    Frank shares his experience on the M&M show, an Instagram live series on male infertility, which he joined after connecting with the host through a comedy sketch inspired by his semen analysis journey.

    In This Episode:

    • Navigating guilt after a successful pregnancy — is it selfish to want another child?
    • The mental toll of fertility struggles and knowing when to step away.
    • The need for better guidance and resources for men facing infertility.

    Tune in for an honest and insightful conversation about fertility, family, and moving forward.

    Follow Our Sponsors:

    This series is proudly sponsored by @exseedhealth, trailblazers in male fertility testing. Ease the stress with their at-home sperm test, offering a convenient and reliable way to check sperm health without clinic visits. Use code MFP15 for an exclusive 15% off their range. Take control of your fertility journey with ExSeed Health.

    It is also sponsored by Fertility Family, who provide Impryl, the unique supplement for conception which is recommended by fertility specialists for both men and women. Impryl is made from activated micronutrients which have been clinically proven to significantly improve live birth rates for men and women. Use code MF10 for a discount exclusive to our listeners.

    Where You Can Find Us:

    • Follow The Male Fertility Podcast on Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast
    • Follow Ciaran Hannington on Instagram: @themalefertilitypt
    • Follow Shaun Greenaway on Instagram: @knackered_knackers
    • Subscribe to The Male Fertility Podcast on YouTube: The Male Fertility Podcast - YouTube

    Navigating Male Fertility Topics:

    As we explore different facets of the male fertility journey, we want our content to be easily discoverable for those searching for information. If you're seeking topics related to "male infertility," subscribe and follow on your preferred podcast platform. We're here to provide insights, experiences, and support, ensuring you don't miss any valuable discussions on male fertility.

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  • Series 3, Episode 9 with Carl Tracey
    2025/02/26

    In this episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran sit down with Carl Tracey to discuss his fertility journey—the challenges, emotions, and lessons learned along the way.

    Carl shares how he and his wife Catherine struggled to conceive for two years before seeking medical help. He opens up about the confusion of receiving his semen analysis results, which revealed low sperm count, poor motility, and abnormal morphology. He describes the frustration, denial, and eventual acceptance that followed, including the discovery of a minor varicocele.

    Carl reflects on the emotional impact of infertility, how his wife’s own IVF conception provided some perspective, and the coping mechanisms they relied on—such as humor and comfort—to navigate the stress of treatment. He also discusses society’s silence around male fertility and the importance of breaking the stigma.

    His advice? Take it step by step and focus on what you can control.

    Catherine also started her own podcast with her friend, and the two explore the complexities of navigating fertility issues. Check out Catherine & Sian’s IVF BFF Podcast for more fertility conversations!

    Follow Our Sponsors:

    This series is proudly sponsored by @exseedhealth, trailblazers in male fertility testing. Ease the stress with their at-home sperm test, offering a convenient and reliable way to check sperm health without clinic visits. Use code MFP15 for an exclusive 15% off their range. Take control of your fertility journey with ExSeed Health.

    It is also sponsored by Fertility Family, who provide Impryl, the unique supplement for conception which is recommended by fertility specialists for both men and women. Impryl is made from activated micronutrients which have been clinically proven to significantly improve live birth rates for men and women. Use code MF10 for a discount exclusive to our listeners.

    Where You Can Find Us:

    • Follow The Male Fertility Podcast on Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast
    • Follow Ciaran Hannington on Instagram: @themalefertilitypt
    • Follow Shaun Greenaway on Instagram: @knackered_knackers
    • Subscribe to The Male Fertility Podcast on YouTube: The Male Fertility Podcast - YouTube

    Navigating Male Fertility Topics:

    As we explore different facets of the male fertility journey, we want our content to be easily discoverable for those searching for information. If you're seeking topics related to "male infertility," subscribe and follow on your preferred podcast platform. We're here to provide insights, experiences, and support, ensuring you don't miss any valuable discussions on male fertility.

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  • Series 3, Episode 8 with Josh Coulson
    2025/02/12

    On today’s episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Josh Coulson to talk about his ongoing fertility story.

    Josh opens up about his story which started back in 2020 after trying to conceive for a year with his wife and nothing happening. Josh, like a lot of people, assumed that this was a female problem, but when they were both referred to a clinic, he soon found out that there was a whole other world he was not aware of.

    He shares what he has been through up to this point, from semen samples to operations, Josh tells the lads about his experience with these, as well as the lack of empathy and organisation from their clinic. Josh talks about the misinformation he was told and the mistakes that the clinics were making, like for example not even putting them on the waiting list for an operation.

    After this, Josh and his partner decided it was time to go private, in hopes of getting better results faster, there he did more semen tests and a genetic test too. His consultation with a doctor in Manchester went so much better than from his clinic in Leeds, he had more tests done and was eventually put on Clomiphene in hopes of boosting his sperm.

    Josh tells Shaun and Ciaran about his operation to see if the doctors could find any semen, he explains that little over 3 days after, he was told that there was nothing there, which was devastating news. He then goes on to talk about getting more results from his genetic tests, which were given to him in a letter, which detailed that he had no deletion with his Y chromosome and that his chromosome pattern was in a mosaic pattern. For Josh, this made no sense, and was not fully explained to him, which left him more confused.

    This news along with all the other tests that Josh had been through meant that Josh had started to lose himself, he explains how he and his wife went through counselling, which was given to them via their donor clinic. Josh shares how he felt, and how his wife started with IUI, which unfortunately failed 3 times before the doctors asked if they would like to start IUI with drugs.

    Now Josh and his wife are still waiting to start with the IUI again, Josh talks about the terrible experience that he has had with the clinics that he has been to, and the countless mistakes that they have made with his fertility.

    Together, they talk about exercise, getting out and keeping distracted. Josh talks about communicating with his partner, and picking up on the signs of when they might not be themselves or are ready to move onto the next step.

    Josh also talks about how he felt like he was the only one in world going through this, and how the podcast has helped him feel less alone and feel like he has that support, that there is someone else going through a similar experience to him.

    His advice is to communicate and talk, it helps so much and take off so much pressure, especially when you are going through something like this.

    Follow Our Sponsors:

    This series is proudly sponsored by @exseedhealth, trailblazers in male fertility testing. Ease the stress with their at-home sperm test, offering a convenient and reliable way to check sperm health without clinic visits. Use code MFP15 for an exclusive 15% off their range. Take control of your fertility journey with ExSeed Health.

    It is also sponsored by Fertility Family, who provide Impryl, the unique supplement for conception which is recommended by fertility specialists for both men and women. Impryl is made from activated micronutrients which have been clinically proven to significantly improve live birth rates for men and women. Use code MF10 for a discount exclusive to our listeners.

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  • Series 3, Episode 7 with Toby Burns
    2025/01/29

    In this episode of the Male Fertility Podcast, Toby Burns joins Shaun and Ciaran to share his story.

    The guys talk about the strain infertility placed on Toby’s relationship, and how he and his wife supported each other through the hardest times. When they finally opened up to others, it led to unexpected discoveries—Toby’s younger brother also carries the cystic fibrosis gene which is what caused Tony's own fertility issues.

    Today, after a long and challenging journey, Toby and his wife are blessed to have a daughter. He now focuses on supporting other men navigating similar experiences.

    A bio from Toby….

    My name is Toby Burns, and my journey into the world of fertility has been deeply personal and life-changing. After months of trying for a baby, I was devastated to discover I was a carrier of the cystic fibrosis gene, which affects the vas deferens and meant I needed a surgical sperm retrieval (MESA) to have a chance at becoming a dad. My wife and I had to put our wedding plans on hold due to Covid, and we chose to dedicate all the money we’d saved to start our IVF journey instead. It’s been a rollercoaster of emotions—it has often felt like everything is against us, from my wife going through cancer in 2018 to the challenges of fertility. But through it all, we’ve learned that positivity is key.

    Eighteen months ago, I started sharing my story more openly, hoping to shed light on male fertility challenges and break the stigma men often face. Speaking on platforms like LBC has been empowering, and I hope my honesty helps others feel less alone. This is not just my story—it’s a cause I’m passionate about, and I’m determined to raise awareness and encourage more open conversations about male infertility.

    You can follow Toby on Instagram @the_eventrepreneur

    Follow Our Sponsors:

    This series is proudly sponsored by @exseedhealth, trailblazers in male fertility testing. Ease the stress with their at-home sperm test, offering a convenient and reliable way to check sperm health without clinic visits. Use code MFP15 for an exclusive 15% off their range. Take control of your fertility journey with ExSeed Health.

    It is also sponsored by Fertility Family, who provide Impryl, the unique supplement for conception which is recommended by fertility specialists for both men and women. Impryl is made from activated micronutrients which have been clinically proven to significantly improve live birth rates for men and women. Use code MF10 for a discount exclusive to our listeners.

    Where You Can Find Us:

    • Follow The Male Fertility Podcast on Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast
    • Follow Ciaran Hannington on Instagram: @themalefertilitypt
    • Follow Shaun Greenaway on Instagram: @knackered_knackers
    • Subscribe to The Male Fertility Podcast on YouTube: The Male Fertility Podcast - YouTube

    Navigating Male Fertility Topics:

    As we explore different facets of the male fertility journey, we want our content to be easily discoverable for those searching for information. If you're seeking topics related to "male infertility," subscribe and follow on your preferred podcast platform. We're here to provide insights, experiences, and support, ensuring you don't miss any valuable discussions on male...

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  • Series 3, Episode 6 with Yiannis Christodoulou
    2025/01/15

    In this week’s episode of the podcast, Shaun and Ciaran are delighted to be joined by Yiannis Christodoulou, a triathlete for Great Britain, who is here to talk about his infertility journey.

    Yiannis shares that his sister went through IVF, so he was aware that people can struggle to conceive, but he assumed he and his wife would fall pregnant naturally and easily.

    Yiannis talks about his low motility and how he was not given much support or any clear advice. Some of the advice he did receive was counter productive to his extensive training schedule for his professional competing, so he had to strike a balance between his desire to have a child and his passion as an athlete.

    Yiannis has now become an ambassador for @fertilitynetworkuk - where he continues to share his story and raise awareness for male infertility.

    His advice is no matter how hard it gets, keep pushing forward, stay positive. It is not an easy journey, but it will make you a better person

    Find his instagram at Instagram

    Follow Our Sponsors:

    This series is proudly sponsored by @exseedhealth, trailblazers in male fertility testing. Ease the stress with their at-home sperm test, offering a convenient and reliable way to check sperm health without clinic visits. Use code MFP15 for an exclusive 15% off their range. Take control of your fertility journey with ExSeed Health.

    It is also sponsored by Fertility Family, who provide Impryl, the unique supplement for conception which is recommended by fertility specialists for both men and women. Impryl is made from activated micronutrients which have been clinically proven to significantly improve live birth rates for men and women. Use code MF10 for a discount exclusive to our listeners.

    Where You Can Find Us:

    • Follow The Male Fertility Podcast on Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast
    • Follow Ciaran Hannington on Instagram: @themalefertilitypt
    • Follow Shaun Greenaway on Instagram: @knackered_knackers
    • Subscribe to The Male Fertility Podcast on YouTube: The Male Fertility Podcast - YouTube

    Navigating Male Fertility Topics:

    As we explore different facets of the male fertility journey, we want our content to be easily discoverable for those searching for information. If you're seeking topics related to "male infertility," subscribe and follow on your preferred podcast platform. We're here to provide insights, experiences, and support, ensuring you don't miss any valuable discussions on male fertility.

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  • Series 3, Episode 5 with Tony Suckling
    2025/01/01

    Joining us this week on The Male Fertility Podcast is Tony Suckling - here to share his long and emotional fertility journey.

    After years of trying to conceive with his wife with no success, Tony decided to take a basic sperm test. The results showed a low sperm count, prompting him to make lifestyle changes in the hope of improving it.

    When nothing worked, they turned to a fertility clinic. At their first consultation, Tony was told they wouldn’t be able to conceive naturally.

    Tony shares how the clinic’s focus was solely on his wife – despite him being the one with a low sperm count. No further tests were done on him, leaving him feeling overlooked. This led to him emotionally shut down, avoiding conversations and isolating himself.

    Tony and his wife eventually sought out a new clinic in Spain, where they experienced exceptional care and compassion. After finding the strength to continue their treatment, they were able to move forward – and now have a beautiful daughter.

    Tony and Ciaran reflect on their shared experiences, including an Everest trip that became a significant turning point for both of them. Together, they discuss the lows, the feelings of inadequacy, and how connecting with others helped them heal.

    His biggest piece of advice: Get tested early and thoroughly. Don’t avoid it – taking action puts you one step ahead.

    Tony now shares his story via his Instagram profile, @thehopefulfather

    Follow Our Sponsors:

    This series is proudly sponsored by @exseedhealth, trailblazers in male fertility testing. Ease the stress with their at-home sperm test, offering a convenient and reliable way to check sperm health without clinic visits. Use code MFP15 for an exclusive 15% off their range. Take control of your fertility journey with ExSeed Health.

    It is also sponsored by Fertility Family, who provide Impryl, the unique supplement for conception which is recommended by fertility specialists for both men and women. Impryl is made from activated micronutrients which have been clinically proven to significantly improve live birth rates for men and women. Use code MF10 for a discount exclusive to our listeners.

    Where You Can Find Us:

    • Follow The Male Fertility Podcast on Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast
    • Follow Ciaran Hannington on Instagram: @themalefertilitypt
    • Follow Shaun Greenaway on Instagram: @knackered_knackers
    • Subscribe to The Male Fertility Podcast on YouTube: The Male Fertility Podcast - YouTube

    Navigating Male Fertility Topics:

    As we explore different facets of the male fertility journey, we want our content to be easily discoverable for those searching for information. If you're seeking topics related to "male infertility," subscribe and follow on your preferred podcast platform. We're here to provide insights, experiences, and support, ensuring you don't miss any valuable discussions on male fertility.

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  • Series 3, Episode 4 with Marc Bear
    2024/12/18

    In this week’s episode, Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Marc Bear to talk about his long fight with infertility. From the initial assumption that starting a family would “just happen” to confronting the reality of an infertility diagnosis, Marc shares the highs and lows of his path to fatherhood.

    After years of trying to conceive he was eventually diagnosed with Klinefelter Syndrome. The diagnosis was both a revelation and a challenge, helping him make sense of his childhood experiences while presenting new hurdles in his journey to become a father.

    Missteps along the way, including poorly handled medical tests and a lack of male-focused fertility resources, only added to the emotional weight.

    Despite the challenges, Marc and his wife remained determined. They explored options like micro-TESE surgery, and eventually made the decision to proceed with donor sperm. They are now proud parents to a son.

    His advice to others facing similar challenges is to find people you feel comfortable talking to, and don’t underestimate the power of sharing your story.

    Marc now shares his story via his Instagram profile, @puttingthexinsexxy

    Follow Our Sponsors:

    This series is proudly sponsored by @exseedhealth, trailblazers in male fertility testing. Ease the stress with their at-home sperm test, offering a convenient and reliable way to check sperm health without clinic visits. Use code MFP15 for an exclusive 15% off their range. Take control of your fertility journey with ExSeed Health.

    It is also sponsored by Fertility Family, who provide Impryl, the unique supplement for conception which is recommended by fertility specialists for both men and women. Impryl is made from activated micronutrients which have been clinically proven to significantly improve live birth rates for men and women. Use code MF10 for a discount exclusive to our listeners.

    Where You Can Find Us:

    • Follow The Male Fertility Podcast on Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast
    • Follow Ciaran Hannington on Instagram: @themalefertilitypt
    • Follow Shaun Greenaway on Instagram: @knackered_knackers
    • Subscribe to The Male Fertility Podcast on YouTube: The Male Fertility Podcast - YouTube

    Navigating Male Fertility Topics:

    As we explore different facets of the male fertility journey, we want our content to be easily discoverable for those searching for information. If you're seeking topics related to "male infertility," subscribe and follow on your preferred podcast platform. We're here to provide insights, experiences, and support, ensuring you don't miss any valuable discussions on male fertility.

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  • Series 3, Episode 3 with Matt Carroll
    2024/12/04

    This week on The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun and Ciaran sit down with Matt to hear his deeply personal story of navigating male infertility.

    After trying and failing to conceive, Matt and his wife went to the GP - however, it was only his wife that was referred for tests.

    A whole year and a half later, Matt was finally referred for a sperm test. Sadly he was initially misdiagnosed with a low count, whereas it later transpired that they'd misread his results....he actually had no sperm.

    He reflects on how common male infertility is and the healing power of breaking the silence — sharing how opening up at work led to surprising empathy and others sharing their own stories.

    With candour, Matt discusses spiralling after his diagnosis, turning to alcohol, and the moment he realised he needed to change. Through lifestyle shifts and incredible support from his partner, he’s now taking back control of his journey.

    His advice? Don’t shut yourself off. Talk, communicate, and find strength in the people around you.

    Follow Our Sponsors:

    This series is proudly sponsored by @exseedhealth, trailblazers in male fertility testing. Ease the stress with their at-home sperm test, offering a convenient and reliable way to check sperm health without clinic visits. Use code MFP15 for an exclusive 15% off their range. Take control of your fertility journey with ExSeed Health.

    It is also sponsored by Fertility Family, who provide Impryl, the unique supplement for conception which is recommended by fertility specialists for both men and women. Impryl is made from activated micronutrients which have been clinically proven to significantly improve live birth rates for men and women. Use code MF10 for a discount exclusive to our listeners.

    Where You Can Find Us:

    • Follow The Male Fertility Podcast on Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast
    • Follow Ciaran Hannington on Instagram: @themalefertilitypt
    • Follow Shaun Greenaway on Instagram: @knackered_knackers
    • Subscribe to The Male Fertility Podcast on YouTube: The Male Fertility Podcast - YouTube

    Navigating Male Fertility Topics:

    As we explore different facets of the male fertility journey, we want our content to be easily discoverable for those searching for information. If you're seeking topics related to "male infertility," subscribe and follow on your preferred podcast platform. We're here to provide insights, experiences, and support, ensuring you don't miss any valuable discussions on male fertility.

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    53 分