About us
The Fertility Pod
As pioneers in fertility acupuncture and nutrition, we were one of the first clinics in Australia to collaborate closely with gynecologists, fertility specialists, IVF clinics, doctors, and nurses to support people wishing to have a child. Dr Julie Rani Vecera, an acupuncturist, Chinese Medical practitioner, and nutritionist, opened the doors of The Fertility Pod in 2010. Julie found, through her own experience, how important it is for natural health practitioners to work alongside western medical doctors to give a patient the best chance of a successful pregnancy. As one of the heads in the IVF field said, “Julie has been a leader in bringing the notion of collaborative conventional and complementary fertility treatment to the fore for practitioners and patients alike.”
Along with her extensive knowledge in supporting fertility and IVF, Julie’s engaging, down-to-earth, and friendly demeanor has ensured that she is a popular speaker in seminars, webinars, and fertility events.
Over the last 13 years, the team at The Fertility Pod has grown and we’ve been delighted to support many wonderful women and couples as they go through their fertility journey. .
The experienced and caring practitioners are here for you, providing acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), nutrition, dietary advice, naturopathy, massage, diagnostic testing, and lifestyle advice. Just as importantly, the appointments are a time when you are heard and can receive emotional support. The Fertility Pod is a place where you can relax, rejuvenate, and revitalize.
As you may surmise, you can be assured that you and your partner are getting the best health care. When creating a treatment plan designed just for you, we consider everything starting from your health goals, your unique body and circumstances, your test and scan results, to your medical appointment times.
The Fertility Pod clinic is centrally located at The Carlton Wellness Centre in Carlton, Melbourne, with locations available at Monash IVF in Cremorne and Clayton, at the Melbourne Fertility and Endosurgery Centre in Brighton East, in the CBD, and in Mornington.
Nutrition and naturopathy appointments are available via telehealth video call – we are able to support you wherever you live in Australia.
Our Vision & Mission
At The Fertility Pod, our vision is for our patients to have expert support for optimal reproductive health and fertility. For some, this is natural fertility and for many of you, this means support as you go through assisted fertility and IVF.
Our mission is to be the trusted partner who stands by you every step of the way, delivering personalized solutions and compassionate treatments to help you achieve your dreams of starting or expanding your family.
Who & When We Help
To maximize the chances of getting pregnant and having a child, we work with you holistically to improve your overall health and wellbeing. This could (and often does!) mean addressing other health concerns alongside improving reproductive health.
Preconception care can start years before planning to conceive or it may be something a couple thinks of only once they have been trying for many months or years. Each person’s journey is unique and we are here for you, regardless of where you are.
We help with:
Reproductive Challenges
- Reproductive illnesses & challenges
- Unexplained infertility
- Irregular menstrual cycles
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome
- Endometriosis and adenomysis
- Low progesterone levels
- High FSH levelslevels
- Painful periods
- Fibroids
- Pre-conception care
- Assisted fertility
- IVF
- Frequent miscarriage
- Mens’ fertility
Pregnancy support
- Morning sickness
- Heartburn
- Bloating
- Edema
- High blood pressure
Post-natal
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Milk production
- Weight loss
- Babies’ and children’s health
For more information or if you have any questions
WELCOME TO THE FERTILITY POD
IVF Support & Natural Fertility Melbourne
At The Fertility Pod, we support you to be in optimal health to maximise the chances of conception and to facilitate a healthy pregnancy. Whether you are trying to conceive naturally, with IVF support, or with other assisted reproductive treatments, we are there with you. Our experienced practitioners work with you for women’s health at any age—from menses through to post-menopause. The team at The Fertility Pod is a massive support system for you and your partner as you navigate the journey to becoming parents—providing acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, naturopathy, nutrition and dietary advice, herbal medicine, massage, and a space where each person is respected and listened to.
Pre- and post-embryo transfer acupuncture is available at our locations in Carlton, Cremorne, Clayton, Brighton East, the CBD, and Mornington.
free introductory consultation
A free 10-minute introductory consultation is offered for new clients. Call 03 9348 2867 or 0405 799 996 for more information and to discuss how we may support you.
Dr Julie Vecera shares
how she started The Fertility Pod
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Our Locations
Carlton
23a/255 Drummond St, Carlton VIC 3053
Phone: (03) 9348 2867 or 0405 799 996
7 days
Cremorne
Monash IVF, Level 1/510 Church St, Cremorne VIC 3121
Phone: (03) 9348 2867 or 0405 799 996
Thursdays
Clayton
Monash IVF, 252-256 Clayton Rd, Clayton VIC 3168
Phone: (03) 9348 2867 or 0405 799 996
Saturdays (other days embryo transfers only)
Brighton East
Melbourne Fertility & Endosurgery Centre, 767 Hawthorn Rd, Brighton East VIC 3187
Phone: (03) 9348 2867 or 0405 799 996
Saturdays
CBD
Suite 108, 430 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9348 2867 or 0405 799 996
Tuesdays
Mornington
1/28 Waterloo Pl, Mornington VIC 3931
Phone: (03) 9348 2867 or 0405 799 996