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The Ribbon Box Podcast

A podcast series brought to you by The Ribbon Box (formerly Fertility Help Hub). Listen to inspiring conversations with holistic experts around the world, as well as shared stories within the wellbeing, fertility, pregnancy and parenting space. Every journey is unique and we're here by your side through the highs and lows - whatever your family-building scenario. Help us grow our community far and wide, to help others out there get what they need. You can do so by subscribing, rating and…

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There’s a memory gap in early parenthood that we don't talk about – and it’s why these two mums are giving the baby book a modern revival

In this episode, Eloise is joined by Katie Grosse and Talia Pollock, founders of Little Love Books, to explore what they call “the memory gap” in early parenthood - those intense, fleeting months where everything happens at once, yet so much becomes difficult to recall later. After experiencing this first-hand, both Katie and Talia set out to create a modern alternative to the traditional baby…

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Beyond the catalogue – what really matters when choosing a sperm donor?

In this episode of The Ribbon Box Podcast, Eloise Edington is joined by Dr. Gili Band (Co-Founder & CEO) and Dr. David Kulak (Medical Director) from Cryomate — a leading sperm bank redefining safety, transparency, and genetic screening in donor conception. Together, they unpack what actually matters when choosing a sperm donor — beyond the initial scroll. From the reality of filtering through…

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Things no one tells you about surrogacy family building, with Be Parent

Surrogacy is often talked about in milestones — matching, transfer, birth. But what about the parts no one prepares you for? In this episode, Eloise Edington is joined by Naia Adamia, Founder & CEO of Be Parent - a full-service surrogacy agency dedicated to creating ethical, inclusive journeys that honour intended parents, surrogate carriers and donors alike. Together, they unpack what “ethical…

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Surrogacy family building – navigating emotions & building bonds

In this episode of The Ribbon Box Podcast, Eloise Edington is joined by Samantha Stacks , Intake Manager in the Surrogacy Department at ACRC Global , to explore the emotional side of surrogacy and the connections that make this path to parenthood so meaningful. Samantha sits at the very beginning of many surrogacy journeys, supporting both intended parents and surrogates as they take their first…

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Challenging the Endo status quo: Diagnosis myths

Getting a diagnosis for endometriosis can feel overwhelming, and far too many people are told “everything looks normal.” In Episode 3 of our mini-series Challenging the Endo Status Quo, our founder and CEO, Eloise, speaks with Dr Mona Orady MD, FACOG, a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon, about the realities of endometriosis diagnosis. They explore questions many patients face: • How do you…

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Challenging the Endo status quo: Fertility myths

Does having endometriosis automatically mean you’ll struggle to get pregnant? In Episode 2 of our mini-series Challenging the Endo Status Quo, our founder and CEO, Eloise, speaks with Dr Mona Orady MD, FACOG, a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon, about the myths surrounding endometriosis and fertility. They discuss questions we see every day: • Does endometriosis always affect fertility? •…

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Challenging the Endo status quo: Pain myths

Period pain is often dismissed as “normal”… but truth is it isn’t In Episode 1 of our podcast mini-series Challenging the Endo Status Quo, Eloise, our founder and CEO, sits down with Dr Mona Orady MD, FACOG, a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon, to break down some of the biggest myths around endometriosis and pain. From being told you have a “low pain tolerance” to questioning whether symptoms…

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Protocol, or pause? How to navigate a fertility journey when you feel like you’re running out of time

When fertility timelines feel tight, many people feel pressured to push harder and move faster. In this episode, Eloise is joined by Danielle Cohen , Certified Integrative Fertility and Hormone Health Coach and Founder of Danielle Fertility , to explore when doing more isn’t always the answer. They discuss why time pressure can lead to a “go-go-go” approach, how to recognise signs of burnout, and…

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How can specialist support help me navigate?

In this episode, Eloise Edington is joined by Danny Chu , in-house Prescriber at Envigore, to explore what personalised, medically supported weight management looks like during perimenopause and menopause. Danny breaks down the key health priorities at this stage of life — including hormonal changes, preserving muscle mass, and supporting long-term metabolic health — and explains how shifts in…

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How do I tune my routine to create lasting habits during this season of life?

In this episode, Eloise Edington is joined by Matthew Leckie , certified hypnotherapist and Hypnotherapy Service Lead at Envigore, to explore how menopause and perimenopause can quietly reshape our thoughts, habits, and relationship with food, weight, and routine. Drawing on his clinical work, Matthew unpacks the patterns he commonly sees in women during this transition — from heightened stress…

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