Medical Director at the Lister Fertility Clinic
James Nicopoullos, Medical Director at the Lister Fertility Clinic, is a Consultant Gynaecologist & Subspecialist in Reproductive Medicine & Surgery. He has a wide range of experience with IVF and subfertility but also welcomes those patients that suffer from reoccurring miscarriages, menstrual disorders or those approaching or going through menopause. James is a talented physician and an accredited laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeon, offering clients a one-stop shop for diagnosis and treatment.

Saturday 16th, 10:30am - IVF Demystified

Consultant Gynaecologist, Medical Director, Manchester Fertility

Dr Raj Mathur is Medical Director at Manchester Fertility and a Consultant Gynaecologist with a distinguished career in reproductive medicine. He is Chair of the British Fertility Society and an external advisor to the HFEA, with deep insight into both NHS and private patient care. Founder of Cambridge IVF, Dr Mathur is widely published, with specialist expertise in reducing treatment risks, particularly Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome, and is the author of national clinical guidelines. “Manchester Fertility is a highly patient-focused, yet cutting-edge clinic,” says Dr Mathur, who is a Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. “I enjoy working with the team to deliver effective and safe fertility care to everyone who needs our help.”

Saturday 16th, 11:30am - Endometriosis & Adenomyosis: Latest Insights

Leading Fertility & Pregnancy Expert
Leading fertility and pregnancy expert Zita West is a practising midwife, acupuncturist, nutritional advisor and bestselling author with over 30 years' experience. She has helped thousands of women conceive, many as a last resort. Her pioneering approach to fertility, combining the natural with the medical, has cemented Zita as the recognised leading fertility expert in Europe. Zita is the go to fertility consultant to celebrities and royals alike: “Zita is often referred to as a fertility and pregnancy guru…that’s exactly what she is.​" Kate Winslet.

Saturday 16th, 12:30pm - Optimising Your Fertility: Lifestyle & Nutrition

Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Imperial College, St Mary’s Hospital, London

Dame Lesley Regan is Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Imperial College, St Mary’s Hospital, London. Having graduated from the Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine, London in 1980, she pursued her career at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, where she first became enthused by clinical & laboratory research, completing an MD on miscarriage, the commonest complication of pregnancy.  She went on to set up the world’s largest recurrent miscarriage clinic at St Mary’s. Professor Regan was the 30th President (2016-2019) of the RCOG, during which time she co-chaired the national Women’s Health Task Force and published the RCOG Better for Women report which highlighted the need for an NHS led women’s health strategy. Lesley was awarded a DBE for her services to women’s health in the 2020 New Year’s Honours List. She was appointed chair of the WoW charity in October 2020 and became the first ever Women’s Health Ambassador for England in July 2022, to help implementation of the Government’s recently launched Women's Health Strategy to improve the health and wellbeing of girls and women nationally.

Saturday 16th, 1:30pm - Baby Loss and Beyond: Putting Women’s Health at the Centre of Care

NHS Consultant with a personal Chair in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery
Professor Adam Balen is an NHS consultant at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and Chair in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery. He leads a large multidisciplinary reproductive medicine service and is internationally recognised for his work on PCOS, infertility and ovulatory disorders. A member of global guideline groups for PCOS and WHO infertility guidance, he has held senior roles across BFS, ESHRE and RCOG. He co-founded BritSPAG, established the Fertility Education Initiative, and has authored over 280 papers and 16 books on reproductive health.

Saturday 16th, 2:30pm - PCOS and Fertility - Latest Research and Guidance

Consultant Gynaecologist and founder of The Lister Fertility Clinic

Mr Abdalla is a Consultant Gynaecologist and founder of The Lister Fertility Clinic. He is a leading fertility expert and, under his direction, the clinic has grown into one of the largest and most successful fertility centres in the UK.

He publishes and lectures on many aspects of assisted conception and is particularly interested in women with reduced ovarian reserve and high FSH. Sam is also a world expert in oocyte donation, was a member of the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) and is currently a member of the Human Tissue Authority.

Saturday 16th, 3:30pm - Q&A: In Conversation with Mr Hossam 'Sam' Abdalla

Deputy Vice President and Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health at University of Manchester
Allan is Deputy Vice President and Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health at the University of Manchester, and Professor of Andrology. He has published over 250 research papers and previously served as Secretary and Chair of the British Fertility Society, as well as Editor in Chief of Human Fertility, where he is now emeritus. An award-winning science communicator and broadcaster, Allan has appeared in numerous television programmes and was awarded an MBE in 2016 for services to Reproductive Medicine. You can follow his general musings about science, fertility and the life of an academic on Twitter and Instagram @allanpacey.

Saturday 16th, 4:30pm - What Really Improves Sperm Quality?

Obstetrician Gynecologist Victory Reproductive Care

Dr. Rahi Victory is a Canadian trained obstetrician gynecologist with an American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology subspecialty in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Dr. Victory is renowned for his compassionate, individualised patient plans and approach to care. His extensive experience combined with an avante-garde approach have placed Victory Reproductive Care at the forefront of fertility treatments and success including third party fertility services. Dr. Victory is passionate about making sure every experience is an exceptional one and to that end he meets with every client, every egg donor and every surrogate, himself. Our principles are science, technology, communication and compassion. Dr. Victory’s only goal is your success and satisfaction.

Sunday 17th, 11:30am - Endometriosis & Fertility

MD, BSc (Hons), FRCOG, FCRI Senior Medical Director & Fertility Consultant

Mr Wael Saab has been a transformative force at CRGH since 2007 and now serves as Medical Director. With nearly 20 years’ experience in reproductive medicine, he is an Honorary Associate Professor at UCL and a Fellow of the American Society for Reproductive Immunology, the RCOG and the British Fertility Society. He founded CRGH’s Reproductive Immunology Programme and specialises in complex fertility care, recurrent IVF failure and miscarriage, combining clinical excellence with a holistic, patient-centred approach. He is widely respected for his advanced ultrasound expertise, operative gynaecology skills, academic leadership and mentoring of future specialists.

Sunday 17th, 12:30pm – Q&A: Implantation – What Helps & What Doesn’t

Consultant Embryologist, Founder of Avenues, Global Leader in Fertility and AI

Dr Cristina Hickman is a leading expert in fertility and artificial intelligence, pioneering innovation in reproductive healthcare. With over 25 years’ experience as a clinical embryologist, lab director and researcher, she has helped thousands of couples achieve a healthy live birth, built 13 IVF clinics worldwide, and consulted for more than 250 clinics across 20+ countries. She is the founder of Avenues, the world’s first fully digitalised, EMR-free, AI-integrated fertility clinic, and currently chairs the World AI Fertility Society, shaping global standards for AI in IVF. She also co-authored first embryo time-lapse AI algorithms used in IVF.

Sunday 17th, 1:30pm - Donor Conception: Facts, Feelings & Future

Consultant Gynaecologist and Subspecialist in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery at Guy’s Hospital
Dr Julia Kopeika is a Consultant Gynaecologist and Subspecialist in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery, and the Clinical Lead of the Assisted Conception Unit at Guy’s Hospital. She also leads one of the UK’s largest fertility preservation services, supporting patients seeking both medical and non-medical fertility preservation. Known for combining empathy with scientific rigour, Dr Kopeika provides holistic, evidence-based care focused on treatments that truly benefit patients. She is also actively involved in education and research, particularly in the field of reproductive medicine.

Sunday 17th, 2:30pm - Age & Fertility

NHS Women’s Health GP

Dr Ravina Bhanot is an NHS Women’s Health GP and specialises in Contraception, Menopause and Fertility. She is Founder of The One Fertility Supplements, providing science-backed nutrition for women. She is a Media Doctor and writes regularly on fertility, hormones and reproductive health. Through her work, she aims to empower women with knowledge to support their bodies.

Sunday 17th, 3:30pm - Working With Your GP: How to Access Fertility Support in the NHS

UK GP, Occupational Medicine Doctor, and Founder of Her Holistic Health

Dr Divpreet Sacha MBChB MRCGP DipOccMed is a UK GP, occupational medicine doctor, and founder ofHer Holistic Health. Drawing on her own experience of PCOS, endometriosis, and IVF alongside dual clinical training, she created Fertility Foundations — a UK-specific, 12-module on-demand programme covering biology, NHS navigation, IVF, evidence-based lifestyle, and workplace rights, for individuals and licensed to employers and fertility clinics. A BMJ contributor, Fertility Action South Asian representative, and medical advisory board member at Cysters Charity, she is committed to addressing fertility health inequalities for South Asian women.

Sunday 17th, 3:30pm - Working With Your GP: How to Access Fertility Support in the NHS

UK Fertility Lawyer, founder of NGA Law

Natalie is one of the UK’s leading experts in fertility law, leading specialist law firm NGA Law and non-profit surrogacy agency Brilliant Beginnings together with Helen Prosser. A same-sex parent to two grown-up children herself, she is passionate about making change. She has helped create nearly two thousand families through surrogacy in the UK and overseas and represented the parents in the UK’s first international surrogacy case in 2008.  One of the first voices to campaign for surrogacy law reform, she and her team have been involved in more than 20 reported court decisions which have set new legal principles and shaped UK surrogacy law, and been instrumental in winning positive legal changes including maternity leave for surrogacy in 2015 and equal rights for single parents through surrogacy in 2019. Natalie has been quoted in the Houses of Parliament and invited to meet the Prime Minister.  She is also a regular voice on the BBC and in the national and international media.  

Saturday 16th, 10:30am - Surrogacy Unpacked: The Legal, Emotional & Practical Implications

Founder, CEO and Medical Director, The Agora Clinic

Carole is Founder, CEO and Medical Director of the Agora Clinic Group, an award-winning independent fertility service providing NHS and self-funded treatment across Sussex. A Consultant Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist, she is a national leader in inclusive fertility care, with particular expertise in LGBTQ+ pathways, donor conception and modern family building. Passionate about access and education, she combines clinical excellence with compassionate, patient-centred support and lectures widely on reproductive medicine.

Saturday 16th, 2:30pm - "Unexplained Infertility" Explained

Sunday 17th, 12:30pm - LGBTQ+ Parenthood

CEO of Enhanced Fertility

Andreia Trigo RN BSc MSc is the CEO of Enhanced Fertility. Andreia is also an experienced nurse consultant, researcher, and chairwoman of the European Fertility Society Care Awards, having presented research at national and international conferences on the topic of reproductive health and digital health. Andreia is the recipient of numerous awards, including the British Fertility Nurse prize 2022 & 2025 by the British Fertility Society, Women in Innovation 2022 by InnovateUK and King’s College London Distinguished Alumni 2024 for Business and Entrepreneurship. Andreia has a Purple Plaque at Florence Nightingale School of Nursing for her business activities and is an advocate for women in entrepreneurship. At Enhanced Fertility, Andreia has been connecting the global ecosystem - labs, clinics, patients, insurers - and using data to speed up diagnosis and treatment of infertility.

Sunday 17th, 1:30pm - Fertility Testing & Diagnosis

GP, Broadcaster & Men’s Health Specialist

Dr Anand Patel is a GP and broadcaster specialising in men’s health, male fertility, sexual medicine, and medical education. After qualifying from King’s College London in 2000 and completing his GP training in 2008, he now works with Mr Jonathan Ramsay, the UK lead in Male Fertility, and at the Centre for Men’s Health, Harley Street, alongside his NHS practice. His expertise spans testosterone deficiency, fertility, sexual dysfunction, and cardiovascular and lifestyle medicine. In 2012, he became one of the first UK doctors awarded a Fellowship of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine, and he sits on the boards of the British Society of Sexual Medicine and the Primary Care Testosterone Advisory Group. A regular voice in the media, Dr Patel has appeared on Channel 4’s Embarrassing Bodies, BBC’s Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing,

Saturday 16th, 11:30am - Male Fertility Matters

Genetic Counsellor and Scientific Advisor at Igenomix, Part of Vitrolife Group

Alyssa studied Biology at McGill University in Montreal before obtaining her MSc in Human Genetics and Genetic Counselling from Stanford University in California, USA. She previously worked for the NHS in Oxford as a Principal Genetic Counsellor specialising in inherited heart conditions. She joined Igenomix UK in 2021 as a Genetic Counsellor and Scientific Advisor focusing on reproductive genetic services.

Saturday 16th, 12:30pm - Behind the Embryo: The Science of Genetic Testing

Scientific Director & Co-founder at Fertilysis

Dr. Panagiotis Venieratos, PhD is a fertility consultant and researcher specializing in unexplained infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss with an active experience spanning 18 years. His passion lies in assisting couples worldwide, particularly those facing challenging fertility issues, to fulfill their dreams of building a family. He is the Scientific Director and Co-Founder of FERTILYSIS, an innovative medical company focused on diagnosing and treating unexplained infertility through advanced services in Microbiome analysis, Reproductive Immunology, and Genetics.

Sunday 17th, 1:30pm - Fertility Testing & Diagnosis

Male fertility advocate and co-founder of NeXYs Fertility

Shaun Greenaway is a male fertility advocate and co-founder of NeXYs Fertility. After being diagnosed with azoospermia, he experienced first-hand the silence and stigma surrounding male infertility. Now a proud father to donor-conceived twins, Shaun shares his journey through @Knackered_Knackers, using honesty and humour to break the taboo and support others navigating similar paths. He also co-hosts The Male Fertility Podcast, listened to worldwide, and leads NeXYs Fertility - a platform transforming how men access fertility support. Shaun is dedicated to ensuring no man faces infertility alone or uninformed again.

Sunday 17th, 2:30pm - Male Fertility: New Concepts, Diagnostics & Treatments

Consultant Gynaecologist and Subspecialist in Reproductive Medicine, Medical Director at Lister Fertility Clinic

Mr Rehan Salim is a Consultant Gynaecologist and Subspecialist in Reproductive Medicine, and Medical Director at Lister Fertility Clinic at The Portland Hospital. Trained at St Andrew’s University, King’s College London and UCLH, he has led NHS IVF services and brings extensive expertise in personalised IVF treatment. He has a particular interest in supporting patients with previous unsuccessful cycles or poor response, alongside advanced minimally invasive reproductive surgery for conditions including fibroids and endometriosis.

Sunday 17th, 2:30pm - Premature & Low Ovarian Reserve: Options & Advice

Director of Donor Conception Network

Nina is the director of the DC Network, a support organisation for people considering donor conception and parents who have donor conceived children. The charity was founded over 30 years ago and Nina has been leading the team at DCN for the last 10 years. She has a deep understanding of the particular issues that face families created through donor conception and regularly speaks and writes on the subject. Through peer support, the charity aims to break the isolation many people feel when navigating their complex and, often emotional, fertility journey. Nina and the DCN team, along with dedicated volunteers, offer personal, tailored support and connections both in-person and online. The charity also publishes books and runs workshops and aims to be a much-needed voice for donor conception families more widely.

Saturday 16th, 12:30pm - Understanding Donor Conception

Consultant Urological Surgeon

Jas Kalsi is one of the UK’s leading Consultant Urological Surgeons and Andrologists, specialising in male infertility, sexual dysfunction and complex genital conditions. A UCL graduate, he trained on the Imperial rotation in London and completed a fellowship in male infertility and sexual dysfunction at the Institute of Urology. He has been a Consultant Urologist at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust since 2010 and is also an Honorary Consultant at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. A national expert in microsurgery, he is highly experienced in vas reversal, microsurgical varicocele repair and advanced sperm retrieval techniques, including micro-dissection TESE (m-TESE) for complex and high-risk cases. Alongside his clinical work, he has a strong academic background and has authored numerous peer-reviewed papers and book chapters in male reproductive health.

Sunday 17th, 2:30pm - Male Fertility: New Concepts, Diagnostics & Treatments

Nutritionist

Mel has been a nutritionist specialising in fertility, IVF and pregnancy for twenty four years. She completed her Masters in 2017 and her final research thesis, a systematic review and meta-analysis looking at the effect of male obesity on IVF outcome, received a distinction. She now works closely with male fertility specialists and other groups trying to raise awareness and support for men experiencing infertility.

Saturday 16th, 11:30am - Male Fertility Matters

Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with a subspecialty in Reproductive Medicine, Medical Director at Avenues

Ms Daniella Cardenas is a Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with a subspecialty in Reproductive Medicine. She has completed postgraduate specialist training in high-risk Foetal and Maternal Medicine, enabling her to provide comprehensive care from pre-pregnancy counselling through fertility treatment and early pregnancy management. She has extensive clinical experience in fertility preservation, recurrent miscarriage, recurrent implantation failure, diminished ovarian reserve, PGT-A/PGT-M, surrogacy, and natural cycle IVF. Daniella is passionate about fertility education and delivering ethical, patient-centred care. She tailors treatment to each individual and actively supports informed, shared decision-making.

Sunday 17th, 3:30pm - Understanding Recurrent Miscarriage & Baby Loss: Science & Support

Clinical Embryologist, Director of Lab Operations and Scientific Research at Avenues

Rabi Ahmed-Odia is an accomplished Clinical Embryologist with over 18 years of experience in the field of reproductive medicine. She received her training and held senior roles in leading fertility clinics in London. Renowned for her leadership, compassion and consistently high success rates, Rabi is committed to advancing laboratory technologies to improve clinical outcomes. Her key research interests include non-invasive embryo screening and the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in selecting embryos with the highest implantation and live birth potential. She has co-authored multiple studies in the fertility field, focusing on Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy (PGT-A), Time-lapse monitoring and uninterrupted embryo culture, Morpho-kinetic profiling and Non-invasive embryo screening. Alongside her clinical and research work, Rabi is passionate about education and she teaches and supervises BSc and MSc students in embryology

Saturday 16th, 12:30pm - Behind the Embryo: The Science of Genetic Testing

Adoption Social Worker at PACT

Bridget McGeorge has been an Adoption Social Worker at PACT since January 2024 and greatly enjoys her role.  She is passionate about supporting adopters from the very beginning of their journey and finds it deeply rewarding to later see them flourish as families with their children. Grace has been a social worker for 23 years, with 12 of those spent working in adoption and fostering. Outside of work, Bridget is a parent to two teenage children. She loves walking her golden retriever, Rocket, and enjoys all things creative. Music is a big part of her life—whether listening, singing, or playing the piano and guitar (even if she insists she plays them badly!)

Sunday 17th, 11.30am - Adoption Explained

Consultant Gynaecologist/Fertility Specialist, Herts & Essex Fertility Centre

Dr Abha Bhat is a Consultant Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist with more than 14 years of experience dedicated exclusively to fertility care. She completed her medical education and postgraduate training in Mumbai, India, before undertaking further specialist training in obstetrics and gynaecology across several NHS hospitals in the UK between 2001 and 2008. She later completed advanced training in assisted conception at King’s College Hospital, London, and has also undertaken additional training in clinical embryology to strengthen her understanding of the laboratory aspects of fertility treatment. Dr Bhat is known for her evidence-based, personalised approach to patient care. She carries out thorough assessments and works closely with individuals and couples to explore the most appropriate treatment pathways, ensuring they are fully informed about their options. With a strong focus on compassion, clarity and patient choice, she supports patients throughout every stage of their fertility journey, helping them feel informed, supported and confident as they pursue their path to parenthood.

Saturday 16th, 11:30am - Fertility Abroad or in the UK? A Practical Guide

Consultant Gynaecologist/Fertility Specialist, Herts & Essex Fertility Centre

Praveena Joglekar-Pai is a Consultant Gynaecologist & Fertility specialist. She finished her medical school and post-graduation in Obstetrics & Gynaecology from prestigious institutes in India. Following this, she did her Specialist Registrar training in North West London Hospitals with advanced training at the busy hospitals of Northwick Park and Hillingdon. She has worked extensively in reproductive endocrinology and infertility across India and the UK. She has presented and published on various platforms and is an avid teacher and trainer. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists and a member of the British Fertility Society, International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Indian Fertility Society, and Indian Society of Assisted Reproduction. She understands that the road to parenthood is a difficult one for many. With a combination of the latest scientific evidence & clinical skills, she aspires to provide personalised care to her patients, making their arduous journey as pleasant and successful as possible.

Sunday 17th, 11:30am - Maximising Your Chances: What Really Makes a Difference

Mother, Egg Donor & Surrogate

I’m Rena, mum to three children, 15, 13 and 10. I’ve been married to Alex for 17 years. I work as an Assistant Headteacher in a specialist school. I donated my eggs anonymously in 2017 and three little girls have been born from that donation. I joined Surrogacy UK in 2018 and gave birth to my first surrogate baby in June 2020. I then gave birth to my second surrogate baby in February 2023. I am very passionate about ethical surrogacy.

Saturday 16th, 10:30am - Surrogacy Unpacked: The Legal, Emotional & Practical Implications

Speaker, Ambassador, Co-Founder, The Intended Parent

Kreena Dhiman speaks about the moments life breaks us open.

After breast cancer left her facing infertility and an uncertain future, her path to motherhood was rewritten through surrogacy, egg donation and the power of acceptance. Told she would never carry a pregnancy, Kreena is now a proud mother of four, a daughter and triplet sons whose journeys into the world reflect the many ways families are created. An award-winning speaker, podcaster, writer and advocate, Kreena is committed to changing the narrative around fertility and motherhood, particularly within the South Asian community. Through her keynote The Art of Being Brave, she shares her story of loss, resilience and hope, equipping others with the tools they need to navigate adversity, and reminding audiences that even when the path to parenthood looks different than expected, it can still lead somewhere extraordinary.

Saturday 16th, 10:30am - Surrogacy Unpacked: The Legal, Emotional & Practical Implications

Founder, Fertility Life Raft® & Mindset & Manifesting Coach

Shortlisted for Best Fertility Coach and Best Fertility Service by the European Fertility Care Awards, Alice Rose is the founder of the Fertility Life Raft® a fertility coaching membership, for those ready to reclaim agency and their sense of self. Inside the Life Raft, members learn coaching tools to feel more positive and take ownership of the journey, with a supportive and constructive community who gets it at the deepest level. Alice has consulted for the BBC; Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, ESHRE and Ferring Pharmaceuticals in global social campaigns and international workshops on better fertility patient care. She has written for and been mentioned in multiple books (No One Talks About This Stuff by Kat Brown, Ask me His Name by Elle Wright; Big Fat Negative by Emma Haslett and Gabriella Griffiths; The Worst Girl Gang Ever by Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham), featured Red magazine, The Telegraph, Harper's Bazaar and is the host of the podcast Fertility Life Raft. Alice's meditations are included for free on OVUM pregnancy test boxes for positive and negative results and Life Raft membership is included for all patients at Alma Fertility Clinic, London.

Saturday 16th, 1:30pm - Mental Health Matters

Expert in Fertility Treatment Abroad

Following her own journey with infertility which led to the birth of her son via IVF abroad Emma Haslam has become the go-to independent expert guide for fertility testing and treatment in Europe. Since 2019 Emma has helped over 200 clients globally struggling to conceive to start and grow their families. Emma has been featured in the national and international media, featured in a book and is an advocate, writer, podcaster for the infertility community. Emma was speaker at The Fertility Show in London 2025, and Judge at the European Fertility Care awards 2024/2025/2026. Emma is on a mission to make fertility testing and treatment globally more transparent, affordable, accessible, safe and supported for more people and she wants to put you firmly back in the driver’s seat of your fertility journey and give you the best chance of reaching your desired destination; growing your family.

Saturday 16th, 11:30am - Fertility Abroad or in the UK? A Practical Guide

Writer

Not a Fictional Mum (NFM) is a prominent blogger, author, and campaigner focused on adoption, fostering, and redefining motherhood beyond genetics. She advocates for the rights, visibility, and recognition of all family structures, particularly within the adoption community.

Sunday 17th, 11:30am - Adoption Explained

Donor Conceived Parent

Tia Brown is a proud mum of 4-year-old twins, conceived via egg donation after a diagnosis of Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) in her late 20s. After five years of infertility and multiple IVF attempts, Tia and her husband Lee welcomed their longed for twins. Due to complications during birth, Tia underwent a total hysterectomy and can no longer carry another pregnancy. She is passionate about advocating for and raising awareness of POI and donor conception, with a focus on supporting families and children from ethnic minority backgrounds like her own.

Saturday 16th, 12:30pm - Understanding Donor Conception

Obstetrician – Gynaecologist, Specialist in Reproductive Medicine, Scientific Director at Fertilia IVF Greece

Dr Thomas Stavrakis is a Consultant Gynaecologist and fertility specialist trained in Greece and the UK. After graduating from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, he completed further medical training in London, including specialist training in obstetrics and gynaecology at University College Hospital. He also holds a Master of Public Health in Health Economics from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. He later worked at the London Women’s Clinic on Harley Street as a Consultant Gynaecologist specialising in assisted reproduction, treating fertility patients from around the world. Dr Stavrakis is accredited by the British Fertility Society in IVF, embryo transfer and advanced reproductive techniques, and is experienced in specialised imaging and fertility diagnostics. He has particular expertise in the management of low ovarian reserve, including gentle stimulation protocols and natural cycle IVF. Alongside his clinical work, Dr Stavrakis is active in research, publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at international conferences. He currently leads the scientific development of Fertilia in Greece while continuing to collaborate with leading fertility clinics in London.

Saturday 16th, 2:30pm - "Unexplained Infertility" Explained

Founder of Chasing Rainbows

Samantha Catanach founder of Chasing Rainbows infertility and baby loss support charity. The charity is dedicated to supporting families experiencing baby loss, infertility and recurrent miscarriage. Founded by Samantha, now a mother after 5 losses herself. The charity has become a beacon of hope for hundreds of families in their darkest moments. The charity offers support to all people that have suffered any pregnancy or baby loss at any gestation of pregnancy. The charity shines a light on the importance of all baby loss being recognised and that all loss matters. Chasing Rainbows is a peer support charity which offers a range of services including 121 support calls, in person peer support groups, a National pen pal initiative and preconception and infertility support too. Through its compassionate support and innovative programmes Chasing rainbows encourages woman and partners to advocate for better care and has created an understanding and supportive community for those facing the challenges of baby loss and infertility.

Sunday 17th, 3:30pm - Understanding Recurrent Miscarriage & Baby Loss: Science & Support

Donor Conceived Parent

Freya is a second generation queer parent, raised by two mums who used a sperm donor in the 90’s and raising two donor conceived daughters with her wife. Freya speaks online about raising donor conceived children and the importance of transparency and confidence as a queer parent, whilst sharing her own relationship with her donor and half siblings and the courage her mums had to create a family so intentionally.

Sunday 17th, 12:30pm - LGBTQ+ Parenthood

Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Miss Karen Joash is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust with over 15 years of experience advancing women’s health across fertility, pregnancy, and long-term wellbeing. She is known for integrating evidence-based medicine with functional and nutritional science to help women optimise reproductive health. Dr Joash has a particular interest in egg quality, fertility after 35, and life-course health, supporting women to understand the biological factors influencing fertility and the practical steps that can improve outcomes. Alongside her clinical and academic work, she is the co-founder of an award-winning, doctor-led supplement company, Purervita at www.bepurer.com, focused on preventing nutritional deficiencies that impact fertility, pregnancy, and maternal health. She has developed the novel O capsule, designed to reduce ovarian ageing. Her mission is to empower women with clear scientific insight and practical strategies so they can make informed decisions about their reproductive future.

Sunday 17th, 3:30pm - Egg Quality Over 35: Facts, Options & Next Steps

Client Service Specialist, Fairfax Cryobank

Josie Bertello has been working for Fairfax Cryobank since June 2023. In her time as a Client Service Specialist, she has supported a large number of same sex couples, single mums by choice and couples with fertility difficulties on their journey of parenthood. She is passionate about helping patients find their perfect donor and guide them through the processes involved. Josie has recently been promoted to UK Customer Support Manger which enables her to work closely with fertility clinics all over the UK. By having an insight in the patients journey as well as the clinical processes, Josie is able to apply her knowledge and always strives for the happiness of the patient as well as the clinics she works with. When Josie is not working, she loves taking her Golden Retriever on walks or support her son on the sidelines of a muddy football field. 

Sunday 17th, 12:30pm - LGBTQ+ Parenthood

Solo Parent by Choice

Bryony is a solo mum by choice to two young children who were both conceived via IUI using donor sperm. She began her journey to solo parenthood in 2022 after being diagnosed with Adenomyosis in her early 20’s, and being told this could affect her ability to conceive. As well as juggling motherhood and her day job, Bryony also uses her social media presence to raise awareness of solo parenthood, and the joys and challenges it can bring!

Saturday 16th, 3:30pm - Going Solo: A Practical Guide

Head of International Development at Extraordinary Conceptions

Hilary is the Head of International Development at Extraordinary Conceptions, a surrogacy and egg donation agency based in Southern California. Living in the United Kingdom, she works with intended parents around the world to guide them through the complexities of international family building. Hilary brings over 15 years of experience, including nearly a decade specializing in reproductive health and third-party reproduction as a former surrogacy and egg donor nurse. Today, she focuses on expanding accessible global surrogacy pathways while providing compassionate guidance to intended parents pursuing parenthood through assisted reproduction.

Saturday 16th, 3:30pm - Going Solo: A Practical Guide

Sophie Sulehria is a presenter, podcaster and host for The Fertility Show. She is also a fertility patient and has documented her experience for the BBC, and across various platforms and articles. Sophie is proud to be hosting the Let’s all Talk Fertility Stage again this year, joined by our wonderful ambassadors and patient advocates. Sophie says; “it’s the real life experiences from our wonderful TTC community that will make you feel less alone, and more empowered. I urge you to attend these conversations and absorb their wisdom.”

Seetal Savla (@seetalsavla) is a fertility writer, speaker, advocate and ambassador. Having experienced multiple failed IVFs and losses before becoming mum to a daughter, she is passionate about sharing her story to support, educate and empower others, as well as challenging 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, which includes numerous articles (Times Weekend, HuffPost, Women’s Health, Stylist), book contributions (No One Talks About This Stuff), brand campaigns (Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Start with Ovum, The Medical Travel Company), speaking engagements (The Fertility Show, Make Birth Better) and online support groups (Fertility Network UK), she helps others feel less alone in their journeys. 

Anya has over fifteen years of experience within the Fertility sector including seven overseeing patient support at the London Women’s clinic Harley Street and previously headed up the “Fertility in the workplace” initiative for the Fertility Network UK She is often in the media as a champion for the patient perspective on facing Infertility and is currently busy lobbying MPs and speaking in Parliament regarding Fair provision of IVF for all. She is also a local councillor for Hoxton East and Shoreditch, and Deputy speaker for Hackney. Anya is also is a mum of two children, which she had via IVF, plus has one adopted son also.

Shaun Greenaway is a male fertility advocate and co-founder of NeXYs Fertility. After being diagnosed with azoospermia, he experienced first-hand the silence and stigma surrounding male infertility. Now a proud father to donor-conceived twins, Shaun shares his journey through @Knackered_Knackers, using honesty and humour to break the taboo and support others navigating similar paths. He also co-hosts The Male Fertility Podcast, listened to worldwide, and leads NeXYs Fertility - a platform transforming how men access fertility support. Shaun is dedicated to ensuring no man faces infertility alone or uninformed again.