The Male Fertility Podcast

• The Male Bag | Sharing Your Story, Relationship Reconnection & No Regrets

  In this Male Bag episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, Shaun answers listener questions about navigating the emotional and practical challenges of the fertility journey.In this episode, Shaun addresses:Telling Friends and Family: A question from a NeXYs fertility community member about wanting to tell friends and family about their diagnosis. Shaun shares his own experience of telling people during lockdown after speaking to the BBC, and introduces the X and Y graph method - where X is how you want to communicate (in person, text, voice note) and Y is who you're telling (family, friends, etc.). He emphasises that "by not telling people you're robbing them of that opportunity to help you."What Would You Change About Your Journey: Shaun reflects on whether he would change anything about his infertility journey, concluding he wouldn't change anything because it guided him to his children and made him a better person. He discusses becoming "Shaun 2.0" - stronger, a better man, husband and father as a result of going through fertility challenges.Feeling Distant as a Couple: Addressing how fertility treatment can make couples feel like they're not the same as before treatment. Shaun uses the elastic band analogy - couples may stretch apart but can spring back together. He offers practical advice about escaping "those four walls" when home feels like a prison, going back to what brought joy as a couple before treatment, and the importance of individual time to "fill your own cup."Shaun emphasises the importance of living whilst waiting rather than waiting to live, and encourages listeners to submit their own questions via email or Instagram.Sponsors: This podcast is sponsored by Impryl® - Fertility Family. Impryl® is a unique supplement for conception recommended by fertility specialists for both men and women. Visit FertilityFamily.co.uk and use code MFpodcast10 for 10% off.Contact us:📧 Email: [email protected] 📷 Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast 📖 Web: nexysfertility.comAt NeXYs Fertility, we provide comprehensive support for men navigating fertility challenges through specialist advice, peer support, and coaching programmes.JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: https://www.nexysfertility.com/communityDon't forget to like, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts!DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider.

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• Alasdair Walker on DNA Fragmentation, Varicocele and Overcoming 7 Failed IVF Cycles

  In this episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, biomedical engineer Alasdair Walker joins hosts Ciaran and Shaun to share his extraordinary transformation from seven failed IVF cycles to natural conception success. Based in Scotland with a doctorate in biomedical engineering, Alasdair's journey began when his wife Julia's ear infection unexpectedly triggered their fertility investigation.Alasdair had every advantage a fertility patient could hope for. After six years together and a year of marriage, Alasdair received a devastating diagnosis: severe oligospermia with just 200,000 sperm per ml. Born with only one testicle after losing the right one at five weeks old, he endured seven failed IVF/ICSI cycles over two and a half years.Key revelations in this episode: • How he spent three days on his living room floor reading 100-200 scientific abstracts when clinics offered only "eat a balanced diet" • The remarkable discovery of secret support messages written by men inside clinic sample collection rooms • Why his evidence-based concerns about DNA fragmentation and varicocele were repeatedly dismissed • The life-changing investigation with Dr. Jonathan Ramsey and varicocele embolization with Dr. Steven MoserAlasdair's persistence transformed his outcomes dramatically. His sperm count improved from 200,000 to 7-8 million, with total motile sperm count reaching above 40 million, leading to natural conception of two daughters. Now running Green Man Vitality, he provides evidence-based fertility information to help other men.Connect with Alasdair: Website: www.greenmanvitality.com Instagram: @greenmanvitality At NeXYs Fertility, we provide comprehensive support for men navigating fertility challenges through specialist advice, peer support, and coaching programmes.JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: https://www.nexysfertility.com/communityEpisode Sponsors: • ExSeed Health - At-home sperm testing. Get 15% off at exceedhealth.com with code MFP15 • Impryl - Fertility supplement with activated micronutrients. Get 10% off at fertility-family.co.uk with code MFpodcast10Share them with us! 📧 Email: [email protected] 📷 Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast 📖 Web: nexysfertility.comDon't forget to like, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts!DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider.

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• The Male Bag | Four Things I Wish I’d Known on My Fertility Journey

  In this powerful episode of The Male Bag, Ciaran shares four lessons he wishes he had known at the start of his fertility journey. He reflects on the emotional, relational, and practical challenges men face, and how finding support, taking control, and protecting relationships can transform the experience.In this episode, Ciaran reveals:• The Road Ahead is Rough: Fertility treatment is one of life’s hardest challenges, but you are not alone. Support exists, and seeking it makes the journey lighter.• You Have More Control Than You Think: Small, manageable steps like diet changes or routines give back a sense of control.• Relationships Will Be Affected: Honest conversations and intentional time together can protect and even strengthen your bond.• Other People’s Reactions Aren’t About You: Hurtful comments reflect others’ lack of lived experience, not your worth.If you’re struggling, Ciaran’s advice is clear: acknowledge the challenges, take control where you can, and lean into community.Sponsors: This podcast is sponsored by Impryl® - Fertility Family. Impryl® is a unique supplement for conception recommended by fertility specialists for both men and women. Visit FertilityFamily.co.uk and use code MFpodcast10 for 10% off.Contact us: 📧 Email: [email protected]📷 Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast📖 Web: nexysfertility.comEpisode Sponsors: • Impryl - Fertility supplement with activated micronutrients. Get 10% off at fertility-family.co.uk with code MFpodcast10Share them with us! 📧 Email: [email protected] 📷 Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast 📖 Web: nexysfertility.comJOIN OUR COMMUNITY: https://www.nexysfertility.com/communityAt NeXYs Fertility, we provide comprehensive support for men navigating fertility challenges through specialist advice, peer support, and coaching programmes.Don't forget to like, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts!DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider.

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• From Addiction to Acceptance with The Man Cave's Kevin Button

  In this powerful episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, hosts Shaun and Ciaran are joined by Kevin Button, one of the original voices in male fertility advocacy, known in the community as "The Man Cave."Kevin's story begins 12-15 years ago with a devastating diagnosis of Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome - a condition where sperm production is impossible. What followed was a descent into addiction, relationship breakdown, and homelessness as Kevin struggled to cope with zero support and nowhere to turn.In this episode, Kevin reveals:The Brutal Reality of Diagnosis: How receiving life-changing news with no follow-up support led to years of drinking and drug abuse to numb the pain.Dating with Infertility: The unique challenge of starting new relationships whilst carrying the "dirty little secret" of being unable to have children naturally.Rock Bottom and Recovery: How meeting his wife Nikki became the turning point that saved his life and gave him purpose.The Decision to Stop: After two unsuccessful fertility treatments, Kevin and Nikki made the brave choice to end their journey and find happiness as a family of three with their dog Bear.Becoming an Advocate: How Kevin transformed his pain into purpose by creating The Man Cave, becoming a voice for men who felt voiceless in the fertility space.The Mental Health Crisis: Kevin's stark warning about suicidal ideation in the male fertility community and why support is literally a matter of life and death.Finding Closure: His decision to seek a second opinion years later and how it provided the closure needed to fully move forward.Kevin's message is clear: the months and years of suffering in silence are unnecessary. His advice to any man struggling is simple but profound - just talk to someone tomorrow.Episode Sponsors: ExSeed Health - At-home sperm testing using your phone's camera. Code: MFP15 (15% off) at exceedhealth.com Impryl - Fertility supplement with activated micronutrients. Code: MFpodcast10 (10% off) at fertility-family.co.ukConnect with Kevin Button: Instagram: @themanscave Website: https://them-ancave.co.uk/author/kevinbutton025/Contact Us:📧 Email: [email protected]📷 Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast📖 Web: nexysfertility.comAt NeXYs Fertility, we provide comprehensive support for men navigating fertility challenges through specialist advice, peer support, and coaching programmes.JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: https://www.nexysfertility.com/communityEpisode Sponsors: • ExSeed Health - At-home sperm testing. Get 15% off at exseedhealth.com with code MFP15 • Impryl - Fertility supplement with activated micronutrients. Get 10% off at fertility-family.co.uk with code MFpodcast10Don't forget to like, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts!DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice,...

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• The Male Bag | Failure and Feelings: How to Process and Whether Counselling Helps

  In this Male Bag episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, host Shaun answers listener questions about navigating the emotional and practical challenges of the fertility journey.In this episode, Shaun addresses:Counselling Services in Fertility Care: Shaun confirms that UK fertility clinics are required by the HFEA to offer counselling services before, during, and after treatment, including donor conception. He shares his personal reluctance to engage with counselling during his own journey and encourages listeners not to make the same mistake.Feelings of Failure After Diagnosis: Shaun discusses why it's completely normal to feel like you've failed after receiving a fertility diagnosis. He explains how societal expectations of masculinity contribute to these feelings and emphasises that fertility issues are medical, not moral.Small Steps to Processing Emotions: For those not ready to talk, Shaun suggests alternative approaches like listening to podcasts, journaling thoughts on a phone app, and connecting with others' stories. He stresses the importance of going at your own pace and finding what works for you personally.Shaun emphasises that while the podcast offers guidance and support, it's not a replacement for professional medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to submit their own questions via email or Instagram.Sponsors: This podcast is sponsored by Impryl® - Fertility Family. Impryl® is a unique supplement for conception recommended by fertility specialists for both men and women. Visit FertilityFamily.co.uk and use code MFpodcast10 for 10% off.Contact us: 📧 Email: [email protected]📷 Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast📖 Web: nexysfertility.comEpisode Sponsors: • Impryl - Fertility supplement with activated micronutrients. Get 10% off at fertility-family.co.uk with code MFpodcast10Share them with us! 📧 Email: [email protected] 📷 Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast 📖 Web: nexysfertility.comJOIN OUR COMMUNITY: https://www.nexysfertility.com/communityAt NeXYs Fertility, we provide comprehensive support for men navigating fertility challenges through specialist advice, peer support, and coaching programmes.Don't forget to like, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts!DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider.

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