<![CDATA[Fertile Ground with Dr Jyotica Ruba]]>Fertile Ground: A Podcast with Dr Jyotica Ruba, sets out to answer your fertility and pregnancy questions, with short, easy-to-understand episodes on topics like IVF, egg freezing and medication in pregnancy. Offering the latest information in a compassionate and supportive way, this podcast can be your trusted guide as you navigate the world of fertility and pregnancy.

]]>https://drruba.com.au/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:19:13 GMTMon, 21 Sep 2026 23:15:50 GMT60Dr Jyotica Ruba<p>Fertile Ground: A Podcast with Dr Jyotica Ruba, sets out to answer your fertility and pregnancy questions, with short, easy-to-understand episodes on topics like IVF, egg freezing and medication in pregnancy. Offering the latest information in a compassionate and supportive way, this podcast can be your trusted guide as you navigate the world of fertility and pregnancy.</p>episodicDr Jyotica Rubanick@clearshotmedia.com.auno<![CDATA[Episode 13: Freezing Eggs vs Freezing Embryos]]>Is one better than the other? In this episode, Dr Ruba talks through the circumstances where you may be better off choosing freezing embryos rather than eggs, and vice versa. What are the success rates of freezing and thawing, and how long can you keep them frozen for? This episode aims to help individuals and couples make the right decision for them. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-13-freezing-eggs-vs-freezing-embryos83562fc9-b11f-4c60-af95-b35d0022e831Fri, 19 Sep 2025 02:22:05 GMT<p>Is one better than the other? In this episode, Dr Ruba talks through the circumstances where you may be better off choosing freezing embryos rather than eggs, and vice versa. What are the success rates of freezing and thawing, and how long can you keep them frozen for? This episode aims to help individuals and couples make the right decision for them. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:11:0113Episode 13: Freezing Eggs vs Freezing Embryosfull<![CDATA[Episode 15: Pregnancy Heartbreak: Managing Recurrent Miscarriage]]>In this episode, Dr Ruba concentrates on the practical management of miscarriage, with a particular focus on recurrent miscarriage. We’ll discuss some of the common physical causes, available support, and most importantly of all, the steps that can be taken to reduce the risks of it happening again. We hope you find this episode helpful. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-15-pregnancy-heartbreak-managing-recurrent-miscarriage9d75b555-4f2d-488c-a79a-b44e0183db70Mon, 18 May 2026 23:41:26 GMT<p>In this episode, Dr Ruba concentrates on the practical management of miscarriage, with a particular focus on recurrent miscarriage. We’ll discuss some of the common physical causes, available support, and most importantly of all, the steps that can be taken to reduce the risks of it happening again. We hope you find this episode helpful. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:17:4615Episode 15: Pregnancy Heartbreak: Managing Recurrent Miscarriagefull<![CDATA[Episode 14: Is it Time to Get a Second Opinion?]]>Your fertility treatments aren’t working and your dream of a baby feels far away. You might be losing faith in your fertility specialist, or just want reassurance that your doctor is on the right track. Second opinions are big in the IVF industry, so we ask Dr Jyotica Ruba to run through some of the pros and cons of switching specialists, or just getting some additional advice during your fertility journey. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-14-is-it-time-to-get-a-second-opinionc1ce0ddb-4e1b-4547-bb03-b420001f0d17Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:54:51 GMT<p>Your fertility treatments aren’t working and your dream of a baby feels far away. You might be losing faith in your fertility specialist, or just want reassurance that your doctor is on the right track. Second opinions are big in the IVF industry, so we ask Dr Jyotica Ruba to run through some of the pros and cons of switching specialists, or just getting some additional advice during your fertility journey. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:15:4714Episode 14: Is it Time to Get a Second Opinion?full<![CDATA[Episode 12: Testing & Scans in Pregnancy]]>Dr Ruba runs through the list of tests you can expect during your pregnancy, from blood tests to ultrasounds to more invasive testing if required. It can be quite a busy schedule! Tune in to find out the benefits of each test and what you will learn about your baby at each step. When can we rule out common chromosomal disorders…and when can you expect to find out the gender of your baby? 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-12-testing-scans-in-pregnancy3cf64840-eb82-4ce6-b3c1-b3300003ae11Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:16:13 GMT<p>Dr Ruba runs through the list of tests you can expect during your pregnancy, from blood tests to ultrasounds to more invasive testing if required. It can be quite a busy schedule! Tune in to find out the benefits of each test and what you will learn about your baby at each step. When can we rule out common chromosomal disorders…and when can you expect to find out the gender of your baby? </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:19:4512Episode 12: Testing & Scans in Pregnancyfull<![CDATA[Episode 7: The ‘Male Factor’ in Fertility]]>What role does the male partner play in a couple’s fertility? In this episode, we’re talking sperm health. We discuss how much a semen test matters, what a test will tell us, and how poor sperm health can be improved through certain health changes, or overcome by fertility treatments to lead to a healthy pregnancy.

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-7-the-male-factor-in-fertility424f89b4-fc0a-41b9-9c51-b2750024edf9Thu, 30 Jan 2025 02:19:20 GMT<p>What role does the male partner play in a couple’s fertility? In this episode, we’re talking sperm health. We discuss how much a semen test matters, what a test will tell us, and how poor sperm health can be improved through certain health changes, or overcome by fertility treatments to lead to a healthy pregnancy.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:10:177Episode 7: The ‘Male Factor’ in Fertilityfull<![CDATA[Ep 3: How Age Affects Fertility]]>In this episode we delve into the importance of age in fertility, and how (and when) to test your egg reserve levels so you can better plan your fertility future. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/ep-3-how-age-affects-fertility838edfd0-fd76-4808-8535-b10500f6b6b2Sun, 28 Jan 2024 20:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode we delve into the importance of age in fertility, and how (and when) to test your egg reserve levels so you can better plan your fertility future. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:10:093Ep 3: How Age Affects Fertilityfull<![CDATA[Episode 11: A Typical IVF Cycle]]>What does a typical IVF or ICSI cycle look like? How long does it take, and what are the different stages? How many appointments will you have, and how many days will you need to take off work during an IVF cycle? This episode runs through a typical cycle of a fertility treatment, from the first day to the last. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-11-a-typical-ivf-cycle78e0c7d8-b2a4-49d3-be80-b30001888109Wed, 18 Jun 2025 23:51:31 GMT<p>What does a typical IVF or ICSI cycle look like? How long does it take, and what are the different stages? How many appointments will you have, and how many days will you need to take off work during an IVF cycle? This episode runs through a typical cycle of a fertility treatment, from the first day to the last. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:17:1911Episode 11: A Typical IVF Cyclefull<![CDATA[Ep 2: Your First Fertility Appointment]]>A first fertility appointment really doesn’t need to be daunting. This episode runs through what to expect during your first fertility consultation, so that you feel more comfortable and prepared for this exciting step on your journey to parenthood. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/ep-2-your-first-fertility-appointment7d8fc1c7-4d63-46ca-830a-b0ed001938f9Wed, 10 Jan 2024 20:00:00 GMT<p>A first fertility appointment really doesn’t need to be daunting. This episode runs through what to expect during your first fertility consultation, so that you feel more comfortable and prepared for this exciting step on your journey to parenthood. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:08:132Ep 2: Your First Fertility Appointmentfull<![CDATA[Episode 9: Medication, Illness, & Dental Work in Pregnancy]]>Is taking pain relief safe in pregnancy? What about mental health medication, or antibiotics? What happens if you get COVID while expecting, or need to go under anaesthesia at the dentist? We talk about all this and more with Dr Jyoti in this must-listen episode. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-9-medication-illness-dental-work-in-pregnancy40346d3a-4dc7-4d45-a7ea-b2c2002c8a4cThu, 17 Apr 2025 02:44:51 GMT<p>Is taking pain relief safe in pregnancy? What about mental health medication, or antibiotics? What happens if you get COVID while expecting, or need to go under anaesthesia at the dentist? We talk about all this and more with Dr Jyoti in this must-listen episode. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:13:579Episode 9: Medication, Illness, & Dental Work in Pregnancyfull<![CDATA[Episode 5: Overcoming Endometriosis and Thyroid Issues]]>In this episode, we discuss the obstacles that conditions like endometriosis and abnormal thyroid function can present when trying to conceive, and how they can be treated to result in a successful pregnancy. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-5-overcoming-endometriosis-and-thyroid-issd77d560c-82f9-4295-948e-b1ee017c8183Thu, 19 Sep 2024 01:47:28 GMT<p>In this episode, we discuss the obstacles that conditions like endometriosis and abnormal thyroid function can present when trying to conceive, and how they can be treated to result in a successful pregnancy. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:05:395Episode 5: Overcoming Endometriosis and Thyroid Issuesfull<![CDATA[Meet Dr Jyotica Ruba]]>In this introductory episode, we get to know Dr Jyotica Ruba. We chat about why she became a fertility specialist, and what she hopes you will get out of her podcast to help you on your fertility journey. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/meet-dr-jyotica-ruba307d0147-347d-498d-bb8c-b0ea0170d39cMon, 01 Jan 2024 22:24:28 GMT<p>In this introductory episode, we get to know Dr Jyotica Ruba. We chat about why she became a fertility specialist, and what she hopes you will get out of her podcast to help you on your fertility journey. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:05:291Meet Dr Jyotica Rubafull<![CDATA[Episode 16: Moving Forward after Traumatic Births & Pregnancies]]>If you’ve experienced a difficult pregnancy or  traumatic birth, the idea of another pregnancy can evoke significant anxiety. In this episode, we talk about how Dr Jyoti helps her patients move forward in a way that reduces both risk and anxiety. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-16-moving-forward-after-traumatic-births-pregnanciesee748061-588a-494e-a694-b478018803a8Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:50:45 GMT<p>If you’ve experienced a difficult pregnancy or  traumatic birth, the idea of another pregnancy can evoke significant anxiety. In this episode, we talk about how Dr Jyoti helps her patients move forward in a way that reduces both risk and anxiety. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:15:3516Episode 16: Moving Forward after Traumatic Births & Pregnanciesfull<![CDATA[Episode 6: PCOS & Fertility]]>Can you have a baby if you have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome? In this episode, we are talking about PCOS: what it is, what the symptoms are, and how a fertility specialist can offer a range of treatment options to help you fall pregnant.

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/ep-6-pcos-fertility4c8dddb5-817d-44d8-9f0b-b20c017c2f7bThu, 17 Oct 2024 23:06:26 GMT<p>Can you have a baby if you have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome? In this episode, we are talking about PCOS: what it is, what the symptoms are, and how a fertility specialist can offer a range of treatment options to help you fall pregnant.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:12:196Episode 6: PCOS & Fertilityfull<![CDATA[Episode 4: Egg Freezing 101: What You Need to Know]]>Thinking about freezing your eggs? In this episode, Dr. Ruba discusses the what, when and how of egg freezing. For those curious about when they should take this step or what the medical process involves, this episode is for you.

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-4-egg-freezing-101-what-you-need-to-knowc89e3647-c358-4990-956a-b118001ecd43Mon, 19 Feb 2024 05:30:00 GMT<p>Thinking about freezing your eggs? In this episode, Dr. Ruba discusses the what, when and how of egg freezing. For those curious about when they should take this step or what the medical process involves, this episode is for you.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:10:194Episode 4: Egg Freezing 101: What You Need to Knowfull<![CDATA[Episode 10: Vaccine Safety in Pregnancy]]>Which vaccines are safe to get in pregnancy? Which ones are best avoided? Protecting your baby from disease starts in the womb — and in some cases, even before you get pregnant. Dr Jyoti runs through the vaccines you’ll need to keep you and baby safe during pregnancy, plus offer them protection during their first weeks of life. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-10-vaccine-safety-in-pregnancy8f16d0d5-e0f2-4690-a671-b2e401812c5dWed, 21 May 2025 23:29:12 GMT<p>Which vaccines are safe to get in pregnancy? Which ones are best avoided? Protecting your baby from disease starts in the womb — and in some cases, even before you get pregnant. Dr Jyoti runs through the vaccines you’ll need to keep you and baby safe during pregnancy, plus offer them protection during their first weeks of life. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:10:2710Episode 10: Vaccine Safety in Pregnancyfull<![CDATA[Episode 8: Getting Ready for Pregnancy]]>What should you be doing to prepare your body to carry a healthy pregnancy — and ideally, how long before pregnancy should this preparation start? We chat with Canberra fertility specialist and obstetrician Dr Jyoti about nutritional supplements, as well as a range of tests you can consider before pregnancy such as disease screening and genetic testing. 

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]]>https://omny.fm/shows/fertile-ground-with-dr-jyotica-ruba/episode-8-getting-ready-for-pregnancyc5e3ea78-41c3-46de-b942-b29f0028d4b8Fri, 14 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT<p>What should you be doing to prepare your body to carry a healthy pregnancy — and ideally, how long before pregnancy should this preparation start? We chat with Canberra fertility specialist and obstetrician Dr Jyoti about nutritional supplements, as well as a range of tests you can consider before pregnancy such as disease screening and genetic testing. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>no00:08:288Episode 8: Getting Ready for Pregnancyfull