S9 E28 Navigating Ovulation with Hannah Pearn: A Real Guide to Fertility

This week, Bex & Laura dive deep into the fascinating (and sometimes downright confusing) world of the menstrual cycle, ovulation, and fertility. Whether you’re trying to maximise your chances of conceiving, wanting to learn a little more about your lovely lady bod, or just wondering what the bloody hell cervical mucus is all about — this one’s for you.

Together with their guest Hannah Pearn, fertility acupuncturist, they unpack the phases of the cycle and talk about what’s really happening each month. From spotting the signs of ovulation to understanding the role of our old pal cervical mucus, it’s all about getting to know your body better — without the shame, stigma, or medical jargon.

They also explore how technology can help (and sometimes stress us out) when tracking fertility, how contraception and age can affect your chances of conception, and the importance of managing expectations — because despite what we’re told, getting pregnant isn’t always as straightforward as we think.

It’s educational, honest, and full of those “why did no one ever tell me this before?!” moments.

Takeaways:

• The menstrual cycle is key to understanding fertility.
• Ovulation usually happens between days 12 and 20 — but it can vary!
• Cervical mucus is one of the best indicators of fertility (don’t be afraid to check it).
• Technology can be a great tool for tracking — but don’t let it add pressure.
• Medications, infections, and contraception can all affect cervical mucus.
• Contraception can temporarily impact fertility and hormone balance.
• Looking after your general health supports reproductive health.
• Timing sex around ovulation can make a big difference when trying to conceive.
• Managing expectations helps reduce stress around conception.

Hannah Pearn can be found here - https://hannahpearn.com/

We are The Worst Girl Gang Ever Foundation. We’re all about bringing people together who are going through the tough stuff — baby loss, infertility, and everything in between — and making sure no one has to face it alone. Our community is full of honesty, compassion, and real talk, offering support, understanding, and hope when it’s needed most. You can find out more and connect with us over at www.theworstgirlgangever.co.uk

We are The Worst Girl Gang Ever Foundation. We’re all about bringing people together who are going through the tough stuff — baby loss, infertility, and everything in between — and making sure no one has to face it alone. Our community is full of honesty, compassion, and real talk, offering support, understanding, and hope when it’s needed most. You can find out more and connect with us over at www.theworstgirlgangever.co.uk