S2 E4 • 22 minutes
Matt Zukowski on navigating infertility, masculinity and first dates
- Male fertility
- Masculinity
Lucy Lines is an IVF scientist, fertility educator and patient advocate with more than 20 years’ experience, and in this mini episode, she unpacks what assisted reproductive technology (ART) means for men who are trying to conceive. From IVF and ICSI to what men can expect during testing and treatment. We also talk about how male fertility can affect success rates, the emotional and physical impact of treatment, and what men can do to support their partners and their own wellbeing through the process
Episode highlights
- IVF is not a guaranteed fix, and many people underestimate how complex, demanding and emotionally taxing the process can be
- Preparing for IVF through preconception health, education and realistic expectations can improve confidence and decision-making
- Men can play a meaningful role by getting informed, attending appointments, sharing lifestyle changes and taking responsibility for their own fertility
Appearing in this episode
Lucy Lines
Lucy Lines is an IVF scientist, fertility educator and IVF patient advocate for over 20 years, who’s supported couples on their fertility journeys and helped create thousands of families.
Dr Tim Moss (Host)
Tim is Healthy Male’s Health Content Manager and a biomedical scientist with expertise in male reproductive health, translating complex medical evidence into clear, practical advice for men.
