Everyone's fertility path is different; along the way there will be moments when it's all-go and the appointments and tests feel non-stop, and other times when the pace slows as you wait for results and next steps or even find yourself out of the fertility process altogether. Wherever you find yourself along this path, finding connection with people who are going through the same as you, or have been through the same as you, can never be underestimated.

But beyond connection and community, fertility podcasts can also support your mental health in tangible ways. According to a recent scientific review, podcast-based interventions show promise for reducing anxiety, improving mood, increasing mindfulness, and even addressing body image concerns. [1,2]

Below are some of the best fertility podcasts, covering everything from the IVF journey to male fertility, infertility grief, surrogacy, donor conception, and stories of life after treatment. All recommended by the Fertility Mapper team and community.

Yes — if you’re trying to conceive and feeling stuck, confused, or alone, these podcasts can offer reassurance, clarity, and a sense of solidarity. Whether you want science-backed insight or just someone who understands, these shows meet you where you are.

1. Big Fat Negative — Emma Forsyth Haslett & Gabriella Griffith

Big Fat Negative is the podcast about IVF, infertility and the trials of trying for a baby. Co-hosted by journalists and friends Emma and Gabriella, the show follows their stories on the not-so-simple journey to motherhood, and interviews a range of experts on everything from infertility treatment to secondary infertility, infertility in men and signs of infertility.

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2. The Fertility Podcast — Natalie Silverman & Kate Davies

If you've found your route to parenthood hasn't been straightforward, The Fertility Podcast is for you. From how to optimise your fertility to getting pregnant naturally, navigating IVF, understanding donor conception or surrogacy to how to prepare for a life without children. Whatever your situation, you are not alone.

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3. Unspoken — Fertility Network UK

A heartfelt podcast dedicated to sharing the real-life stories of individuals and couples navigating the complex world of fertility. Whether you are facing fertility struggles yourself, know someone who is, or simply want to learn more about this often overlooked aspect of reproductive health, this podcast is for you.

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4. What the F: From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace — Tina Padia

Hosted by fertility coach and NLP practitioner Tina, What The F is designed for anyone feeling emotionally drained by the rollercoaster of trying to conceive — especially through IVF. After her own four-year fertility journey and becoming a mum at 42, Tina created this podcast as the space she wished she'd had: calm, honest, and full of practical tools to help reframe anxious thoughts and restore belief in yourself.

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5. The Worst Girl Gang Ever — Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham

Hosted by Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a powerful, no-filter podcast that brings miscarriage and baby loss into the light. With deep honesty and emotion, the hosts share their own experiences and invite others to do the same — creating a space where silence is replaced with solidarity, and taboo is traded for truth.

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6. In/Fertility in the City — Natalie Sutherland and Somaya Ouazzani

Hosted by Natalie Sutherland and Somaya Ouazzani, In/Fertility in the City explores the often-unspoken intersection of fertility challenges and working life. Both hosts have lived through the emotional and logistical strain of managing fertility treatment and loss while building careers — and now they’re lifting the lid on what it’s really like.

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7. The Fertility Conversations Podcast — Ola Taiwo

Hosted by Ola — a Nigerian fertility health coach, advocate, and woman navigating her own TTC journey — The Fertility Conversations Podcast is a much-needed platform for honest, inclusive conversations about infertility, IVF, pregnancy loss, and alternative paths to parenthood. With a strong focus on Nigerian and broader BIPOC experiences, Ola invites guests from around the world to share their stories and raise awareness in communities where fertility struggles are still too often silenced.

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8. Infertile AF — Ali Prato

Hosted by award-winning journalist and mum-of-two Ali Prato, Infertile AF is a bold, refreshingly honest podcast that tells it like it is. With over 250 episodes and counting, Ali shares real, raw conversations about infertility, IVF, surrogacy, donor conception, pregnancy loss, and every other path to parenthood through assisted reproductive technology (ART). Her mission? To blast through stigma, normalise the conversation, and shine a spotlight on the full spectrum of fertility experiences — across backgrounds, identities, and outcomes.

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If you’re preparing for IVF, in the thick of it, or recovering from a failed round, these podcasts dive deep into the medical, emotional, and financial layers of the IVF experience.

9. Your IVF Abroad — Emma Haslam

In fortnightly episodes, Emma shares her journey, experiences and tips, plus interviews with guest experts and others who have had treatment abroad. This podcast also provides information and support about infertility in general and all the challenges that come with it.  Expect real talk, honesty, vulnerability and the odd swear word. Emma is on a mission to make fertility treatment more affordable, accessible, transparent and supported and she wants to spread the message about the option of going abroad and help you to work out if it could be right for you too.

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11. The Fertility Warriors — Robyn Birkin

Hosted by qualified Life Coach and Mind Body Practitioner Robyn Birkin, The Fertility Warriors podcast is all about helping you feel calmer, clearer, and more in control during a fertility journey that can often feel anything but. With a mix of mindset tools, honest chats, and practical strategies, Robyn creates a safe space for those navigating loss, IVF, IUI, or the emotional weight of trying to conceive when it’s not going to plan.

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12. Beat Infertility — Heather Huhman

Beat Infertility is a weekly show that explores the many different paths people take while trying to conceive — no matter the diagnosis or stage. Each episode pairs lived experience with expert insight, featuring one guest who has found success after infertility and another who’s still in the thick of it. From PCOS and endometriosis to male factor and recurrent loss, the podcast covers it all with depth, care, and a strong sense of solidarity.

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13. Fertility Docs Uncensored — Dr. Carrie Bedient, Dr. Abby Eblen. and Dr. Susan Hudson

Hosted by three of the U.S.’s top reproductive endocrinologists, Fertility Docs Uncensored is an expert-led podcast that offers clear, evidence-based answers to the questions so many people find themselves Googling. Dr. Carrie Bedient, Dr. Abby Eblen, and Dr. Susan Hudson combine clinical expertise with their own personal experiences to discuss the medical realities of fertility treatment in an honest and accessible way.

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14. Pregnantish — Andrea Syrtash

Pregnantish is a thoughtful, inclusive podcast that opens up space for honest conversations about the many different ways families are formed today. Created by Andrea Syrtash—who became a parent after nearly ten years of fertility treatment and surrogacy—the podcast brings together experts and individuals navigating surrogacy, donor conception, IVF, loss, and more.

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15. Fertility Friday — Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, FAE, HRHP

From demystifying hormone-free birth control to supporting conception through cycle tracking, this podcast is a trusted resource for those who want to feel more informed and in tune with their reproductive health. With expert interviews and clear, compassionate explanations, it’s ideal for anyone curious about fertility awareness and how to apply it in real life.

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16. The Fertility Cafe Podcast — Eloise Drane

Hosted by fertility industry expert Eloise Drane, The Fertility Café explores the many dimensions of family building beyond traditional conception. With thoughtful conversations spanning surrogacy, egg donation, donor conception, and the medical, legal, and financial considerations that come with them, this podcast is a valuable guide for anyone navigating complex fertility decisions.

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Male fertility is often left out of the wider conversation — but that’s starting to change. These podcasts offer honest, informative, and much-needed perspectives on sperm health, emotional wellbeing, and what fertility challenges can look like for men.

17. Talking Male Fertility: The TestHim Podcast — Ian Stones, Toby Trice, and Michael Close

Hosted by Testhim directors Michael, Ian, and Toby, Talking Male Fertility is on a mission to change the conversation around men and fertility. With male fertility in decline and often overlooked, this podcast is here to educate, empower and open up honest discussions—covering everything from sperm health and lifestyle changes to advanced testing and the emotional toll fertility struggles can take on men.

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18. The Male Fertility Podcast — Ciaran Hannington and Shaun Greenaway

Hosted by Ciaran and Shaun, The Male Fertility Podcast is a much-needed space where men’s fertility struggles are spoken about openly and honestly. Drawing from their own experiences, the hosts explore everything from sperm health and at-home testing to the emotional weight of infertility—topics that are too often kept quiet. Through unfiltered conversations and thoughtful guest interviews, the podcast offers support, solidarity, and practical information for anyone navigating male fertility or supporting someone who is.

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Surrogacy can be complex, emotional, and deeply personal — for intended parents and surrogates alike. These podcasts explore the process from all angles, offering real stories, expert insight, and supportive guidance for anyone navigating or considering this path to parenthood.

19. My Surrogacy Journey — Michael and Wes Johnson-Ellis

My Surrogacy Journey offers a wide-ranging and deeply informative look into surrogacy—from the practical to the emotional. Across three seasons (plus a dedicated Mexico City edition), they speak with fertility experts, legal professionals, counsellors, and clinics to answer the big questions for anyone considering or already on the surrogacy path. There’s also The Surrogate Podcast, hosted by Kay and Hayley — surrogates themselves — bringing honest, first-hand perspectives to the forefront. Together, both podcasts offer a well-rounded, inclusive space to better understand the surrogacy experience from every angle.

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20. The Surrogacy Podcast — Ashley

Hosted by Ashley, a two-time surrogate, The Surrogacy Podcast takes a deep and honest look at the surrogacy experience — told by those living it. Through thoughtful interviews with other surrogates, the podcast explores every stage of the journey, from initial interest and legal logistics to medications, embryo transfers, and postpartum recovery.

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We’re always updating our list. If there’s a podcast that helped you feel more informed, connected, or less alone, we’d love to include it.

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