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S9 E2 | What Your GP Didn’t Tell You about Unexplained Infertility

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If you're trying to conceive and have experienced recurrent miscarriage, unexplained infertility, or you're just desperate for answers your GP hasn’t given you, this episode is essential listening.

In this eye-opening mini-series edition of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura welcome back fertility nutritionist Alison Hall to break down one of the most overlooked — but critical — factors in pregnancy outcomes: the vaginal microbiome.

💥 Did you know that up to 60% of second trimester miscarriages are linked to infection?

🧬 Or that many women with bacterial vaginosis (BV) have no symptoms at all, yet it can impact implantation and early pregnancy?

From Lactobacillus dominance to uterine microbiome testing, we deep dive into:

  • What the vaginal microbiome actually is (and why it's not just about “discharge”)
  • The link between microbial imbalances and recurrent pregnancy loss
  • The rise of uterine and seminal microbiome testing in fertility care
  • What fertility clinics and GPs still aren't telling you
  • How to access at-home tests for vaginal health (even without a doctor)
  • Natural vs medical treatments: probiotics, antibiotics, and the partner factor
  • Why nutrition, lifestyle, and environmental toxins** matter more than ever

Alison also shares her personal journey with baby loss, how it led her into the world of functional fertility medicine, and why “just eat well” advice barely scratches the surface.

🔬 Whether you're undergoing IVF, have experienced chemical pregnancies, or simply want to understand your body better, this episode is packed with science-backed insights, empathy, and our usual dose of “we say what others won’t” real talk.

About The Worst Girl Gang Ever

The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest, and emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility, and baby loss. Expect raw conversations about unspoken experiences, hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham. This show aims to break the silence and open dialogue around miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo—let’s change the narrative for future generations.

Support and Resources:

Lunch Time Support Sessions

We are running FREE drop in sessions for ANYONE that needs them. The session will run from 12-1pm GMT you can just come drop in at any point during that time slot.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIHuqZMIAoL3_4e_HvjqlbNRKyypQEUfxon-9yJ5B3npD8Tw/viewform?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZ0INPJ1b6lBMfyh71mlZcZjKKjog7u2j3Qp9y6aacI5bUwn93aUVTxsLM_aem_LFb-GGo98awVY62Lt_7YEw

Our book

We are here to tell you that you are entitled to grieve, and that your grief is not disproportionate to your loss. We are here to open up the dialogue around miscarriage, so we don’t perpetuate the shame, judgement and isolation so many of us feel following pregnancy loss. We are here to equip you with knowledge, tools and guidance to support and help you in whatever way you need.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/0008524998/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&sr=

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If you're trying to conceive and have experienced recurrent miscarriage, unexplained infertility, or you're just desperate for answers your GP hasn’t given you, this episode is essential listening.

In this eye-opening mini-series edition of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura welcome back fertility nutritionist Alison Hall to break down one of the most overlooked — but critical — factors in pregnancy outcomes: the vaginal microbiome.

💥 Did you know that up to 60% of second trimester miscarriages are linked to infection?

🧬 Or that many women with bacterial vaginosis (BV) have no symptoms at all, yet it can impact implantation and early pregnancy?

From Lactobacillus dominance to uterine microbiome testing, we deep dive into:

  • What the vaginal microbiome actually is (and why it's not just about “discharge”)
  • The link between microbial imbalances and recurrent pregnancy loss
  • The rise of uterine and seminal microbiome testing in fertility care
  • What fertility clinics and GPs still aren't telling you
  • How to access at-home tests for vaginal health (even without a doctor)
  • Natural vs medical treatments: probiotics, antibiotics, and the partner factor
  • Why nutrition, lifestyle, and environmental toxins** matter more than ever

Alison also shares her personal journey with baby loss, how it led her into the world of functional fertility medicine, and why “just eat well” advice barely scratches the surface.

🔬 Whether you're undergoing IVF, have experienced chemical pregnancies, or simply want to understand your body better, this episode is packed with science-backed insights, empathy, and our usual dose of “we say what others won’t” real talk.

About The Worst Girl Gang Ever

The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest, and emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility, and baby loss. Expect raw conversations about unspoken experiences, hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham. This show aims to break the silence and open dialogue around miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo—let’s change the narrative for future generations.

Support and Resources:

Lunch Time Support Sessions

We are running FREE drop in sessions for ANYONE that needs them. The session will run from 12-1pm GMT you can just come drop in at any point during that time slot.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIHuqZMIAoL3_4e_HvjqlbNRKyypQEUfxon-9yJ5B3npD8Tw/viewform?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZ0INPJ1b6lBMfyh71mlZcZjKKjog7u2j3Qp9y6aacI5bUwn93aUVTxsLM_aem_LFb-GGo98awVY62Lt_7YEw

Our book

We are here to tell you that you are entitled to grieve, and that your grief is not disproportionate to your loss. We are here to open up the dialogue around miscarriage, so we don’t perpetuate the shame, judgement and isolation so many of us feel following pregnancy loss. We are here to equip you with knowledge, tools and guidance to support and help you in whatever way you need.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/0008524998/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&sr=

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

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