The Home of Fertility with Liz Walton & Helen Zee

We talk with applied health specialist Leoni Tilly about why omega-3 deficiency is so common and how an out-of-balance omega-6 to omega-3 ratio can keep the body stuck in low-grade chronic inflammation. We share how at-home testing makes the problem measurable, why this matters for fertility and pregnancy outcomes, and how to shop smarter in a seed-oil world.• what “test-based not guess-based” health means and why it changes decision-making• omega-6 vs omega-3 explained as inflammation accelerator and brakes• why the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio matters and the 3:1 target• how fatty acid balance affects cell membranes, nutrient delivery, and waste removal• fertility and pregnancy links including preterm birth risk, postpartum mood, and fetal brain DHA needs• how ultra-processed foods and seed oils quietly drive omega-6 intake• what the at-home finger-prick dry blood spot test measures and how results are reviewed• signs that may point to inflammation including brain fog, low energy, joint pain, recovery issues, PCOS, endometriosis• “modern-day detective” label-reading tips and focusing on whole foods with protein, fat, and fiberIf you feel tired, inflamed, foggy, or stuck in “why won’t my body bounce back,” the answer might not be another guess. We sit down with applied health and human performance specialist Leoni Tilly to talk about omega-3 deficiency, why it’s showing up almost everywhere in modern diets, and how fatty acid balance can shape inflammation, hormones, and fertility readiness.We get clear on the basics without dumbing it down: omega-6 and omega-3 are both essential, but the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio can decide whether your body has working brakes on inflammation. Leoni explains how an imbalanced ratio affects cell membranes across the whole body, from energy and recovery to joints, brain function, and skin. We also connect the dots to fertility and pregnancy, including research-backed links to early preterm birth risk, postpartum mood, and the baby’s brain and eye development through DHA.A big theme is measurement. Leoni walks us through a simple at-home finger-prick dry blood spot test, why “test-based nutrition” beats guessing, and why not all fish oil supplements reliably change your results. We also talk ultra-processed foods, hidden seed oils in everyday products, and practical “modern-day detective” label-reading habits you can start on your next shop.If you want a smarter way to support preconception health, pregnancy nutrition, and long-term wellness, listen now, then subscribe, share with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more families can find these conversations.If you'd like to connect or share your story, find us on Instagram and Facebook at Australian Fertility Summit.How to contact Leoni Tilley;https://longliveyou.net.au/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/long_live_you_wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/longliveyouwellness Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonie-tilley-706748229/

We sit down with Sam Payne, co-founder and CEO of Pink Elephants, to talk about miscarriage, early pregnancy loss, and why no one should be left to navigate grief alone. We share practical language, workplace rights, and the small acts of care that help people feel seen when the worst happens.• Sam’s story of recurrent pregnancy loss and why she built Pink Elephants• Why miscarriage stays silenced and how missing data hides the true scale• What needs to change across government, community, and workplaces• How to support someone after pregnancy loss using validation, empathy, and connection• Why “at least it was early” and quick fixes can deepen harm• How to handle baby news, baby showers, due dates, and giving an opt-out• Leave for Loss in Australia and what compassionate workplaces can add• Permission to grieve and letting go of self-blame after miscarriage or IVF loss“At least it happened early.” “At least you can get pregnant.” Most people mean well, but those words can land like a punch when you’re grieving a miscarriage or early pregnancy loss. We’re joined by Sam Payne, co-founder and CEO of Pink Elephants, to name what so many families are carrying in silence and to offer a better way forward: validation, empathy, and connection.We talk through Sam’s lived experience of recurrent pregnancy loss, the moment she realized there was nowhere to turn for support, and how that gap became a national movement. Together we unpack why miscarriage is still treated as a private issue, how missing data keeps the real numbers hidden, and what needs to change at multiple levels, from government policy reform to everyday community language. We also speak directly to partners’ grief, because pregnancy loss is not only a women’s health issue.The conversation gets practical. We share what to say (and what not to say) after a loss, how to show up in ways that actually reduce the burden, and why grief doesn’t end after the first few days. We also cover workplace support, including Australia’s Leave for Loss provisions, and what compassionate leave policies, trained peer supporters, and well-equipped leaders can do to reduce stress, anxiety, and longer-term mental health impacts.If you’ve experienced miscarriage, supported someone through it, or lead a team where this will inevitably touch a colleague, this is a toolkit you can return to. Subscribe and share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find real support when it matters most.How ot contact Pink Elephants;http://www.pinkelephants.org.auInstagram - @pinkelephantssupport @sampaynepinkelephantsLinkedIn -  @samanthapayne