Ep11: Male Infertility & Breaking the Silence, with Ciaran – Bedfordshire
From Marathons for Miracles by Olly Brown
March 11, 2026 · 56 min · Season 1 · Episode 11
About this episode
Ciaran shares his journey through male factor infertility and the emotional impact of pregnancy loss as a man.
Olly is joined by Ciaran ahead of the Bedfordshire leg — marathon 12 of the challenge — this Saturday, 14th March. Ciaran shares his and his wife’s journey through male factor infertility and recurrent miscarriage, and the emotional reality of navigating pregnancy loss as a man — something that is still rarely talked about openly. They discuss the silence that often surrounds male infertility, the impact miscarriage can have on fathers, and why Ciaran started the Male Fertility Podcast to help break that silence and support others going through similar experiences. The episode also looks ahead to the Bedfordshire run, which will include a route with personal significance for Ciaran and his family. 👉 Follow the journey and support the cause at marathonsformiracles.com All episodes contain sensitive discussions around pregnancy loss and grief. Experiences shared are personal and are not a substitute for medical advice. Please seek professional support if needed. Listener discretion advised.
People in this episode
Host: Olly Brown
Guest: Ciaran
Topics covered
- male infertility
- pregnancy loss
- emotional support
- fatherhood
- marathon running
Keywords
- male infertility
- pregnancy loss
- recurrent miscarriage
- emotional reality
- support
- Bedfordshire marathon
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Male Fertility Podcast, marathonsformiracles.com
Places: Bedfordshire
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