Sperm retrieval after death - KICBUMP with Ellidy Pullin

<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellidy_/?hl=en">Ellidy Pullin</a>'s story is one of tragedy and grief, but also one of joy, hope and finding the light in a time of darkness.</p> <p>Her partner of 8 years and Olympic Snowboarder Alex 'Chumpy' Pullin tragically died when spearfishing in 2020, amidst the two of them trying for a baby. Hours after his death, doctors were able to retrieve his sperm and Ellidy underwent IVF to bring their beautiful daughter Minnie Alex Pullin into the world.</p> <p>In today's KICBUMP episode, Ellidy spreads awareness about the sperm retrieval process, and also speaks through the challenge of being pregnant while a best friend is going through fertility struggles and miscarriage.</p> <p>Ellidy hosts a LiSTNR podcast called '<a href="https://www.listnr.com/podcasts/darling-shine?gclid=Cj0KCQiA54KfBhCKARIsAJzSrdpcxVTYcrTFuN1HgUk2bQSa4nJoEqPPq3zGQ17jY0WSDTJn1TZKH3oaAt8HEALw_wcB">Darling, Shine!</a>' and has written a book called '<a href="https://www.bigw.com.au/product/heartstrong-by-ellidy-pullin/p/245960">Heartstrong</a>', both of which delve deeper into her story. You can donate to the <a href="https://chumpypullinfoundation.org/">Chumpy Pullin Foundation here</a>, which breaks down barriers to provide support &amp; inspiration for every Australian to participate &amp; grow through Sport &amp; Life.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>