Lauren had dreamed of being a mother for as long as she could remember. After searching for a husband and returning from life abroad, single and in her early 40s, she decided it was now or never. As a religious Jewish woman, Lauren choosing to pursue IVF was not a simple choice; finding a way to ensure that her quest to become a mother could be supported by halacha and a community she valued so deeply. Lauren had long held this arduous and unconventional journey hidden, unsure how it could be taken up. She shares her story of strength and unrelenting pursuit of motherhood, to give others permission to do the same. 

After years of navigating severe menstrual pain which was dismissed as ‘normal’, Milli's experiences were acknowledged and at 19 years old she was diagnosed with endometriosis. The years that followed included early menopause through a clinical trial, a confronting fertility preservation journey and a quest to feel less alone. Milli is stepping into the Brave Talks space to share what it is like to face a chronic illness at such a young age and show us that you’re never as alone as you might feel.  

For years, Robbie and his wife, Tzippy, tried to conceive naturally - holding onto hope month after month only to face repeated disappointment. Ultimately, they turned to Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) and what began as hopeful anticipation slowly gave way to a complex emotional and medical journey. Robbie steps into his bravery to share a perspective on male infertility, breaking the silence and hopefully empowering others to do the same. 

Please note, given the mature content, this is an aged 18+ event.

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Eastern Suburbs Location, revealed closer to the event date

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