Listen "Breaking the Silence: Fertility Journeys in the South Asian Community"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Anita Guru is joined by Seetal Savla to discuss the nuances within the South Asian community in relation to fertility, the unhelpful comments, her own lived experiences during a heartbreaking journey, and how to support someone who is on a fertility pathway.Seetal is a fertility patient advocate, writer and speaker. Having experienced multiple failed IVFs and losses before becoming mum to a daughter, she is passionate about sharing her story to support others and challenge stigma - particularly within South Asian communities. Seetal is dedicated to creating space for honest, compassionate conversations around fertility, loss and hope. Through her writing and advocacy, she helps others feel less alone in their journeys.Don’t miss the South Asian Heritage Month Event on 5th August 2025 in LondonWhere to find Seetal:Follow Seetal's story and work on Instagram @seetalsavlaYou can read some of Seetal’s work below:Infertility as an Indian woman for HuffPost UKWhere are all the South Asian egg donors for Metro If you are struggling and need support, please contact the charity at https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/ or organisations that can support your mental health are below.Contact Samaritans on 116 123Contact NHS on 111We are now sponsored!We are thrilled that Season 2 is sponsored by Tambre – a leading Assisted Reproduction centre based in Madrid.Tambre believe that fertility care should be both advanced and deeply human.Find out more about them here https://www.clinicatambre.com/en/DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast.
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