The Egg Whisperer Show
Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh hosts The Egg Whisperer Show, a weekly podcast that promotes fertility awareness. She answers questions and discusses topics that are not easily found elsewhere online, simplifying complex information with her signature wit and kindness. The show aims to make fertility information accessible to everyone.
Episodes
New Treatments for Recurrent Implantation Failure with guest Dr. Jenna Turocy
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, Dr. Jenna Turocy is joining me to talk about new treatment options for recurrent implantation failure. Recurrent implantation failure (RIF) is determined when embryos of good quality fail to implant following several in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment cycles. The good news is that there is treatment for this, and Dr. Turocy has been researching it. T
What You Should Know About Your Man's Penis with Dr. Aaron Spitz
I'm speaking with Dr. Aaron Spitz. He's not only a urologist specializing male sexual function, he's also the author of The Penis Book. I'm delighted that he is able to join us to talk about men's reproductive health. Aaron has an amazing breadth of knowledge about male sexual health and he approaches all of the information with a sense of humor and levity that I know you're going to love. Get
How Old is Too Old to Have a Baby
With women waiting to have children later in life, one of the most commonly asked questions I hear is "How Old is "Too Old" to have a Baby?" I'm excited to talk about this topic in this week's show, so you have all the #fertilityfacts you need to plan your fertility future. Regardless of your age, it is smart to get your fertility levels checked. We now live in a world where tests that can help p
Unlocking Fertility Potential: Regenerative Medicine is Changing the Game with guest Dr. Maribelle Verdiales
In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Maribelle Verdiales, a pioneer in regenerative and integrative fertility medicine. We dive into groundbreaking therapies like intraovarian stem cell infusions, exosomes, and ovarian PRP, and how they can support fertility, especially for women over 40. Dr. Verdiales shares her personal journey from being a traditional OB/GYN to becoming a holistic healer, and she
DOR Decreased NOT Depleted Ovarian Reserve
when people first hear about DOR, they believe that that the "D" of DOR means "depleted" ovarian reserve. This is not true! To set the record straight, DOR means "decreased" ovarian reserve. The other thing that happens when the word "decreased" gets mixed up for "depleted," is that many people next assume that getting a DOR diagnosis means that they will need to use donor eggs in order to get pre
When Is It Time to See a Fertility Expert?
If you're eager to get pregnant and are wondering if it's time to see a fertility specialist, you might be right. There are a number of factors to take into account when deciding whether it's time to see a fertility specialist. Of course there are a lot more details about each of these items in the podcast episode today, but here is a sneak peek of the 6 reason that may be telling you it's time to
What to Expect When You're Expecting with guest Heidi Murkoff
You likely already know Heidi Murkoff - she is the author of the internationally bestselling What to Expect series of pregnancy and parenting guides, which includes What to Expect When You're Expecting. (And knowing how beloved this book is, it probably comes as no surprise that this popular book has sold over 40 million copies in 42 languages). It goes without saying that I am beyond honored to h
Held Together: Infertility, Loss, and the Stories That Carry Us with Dr. Rebecca N. Thompson
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Rebecca N. Thompson: a family medicine and public health physician specializing in women's and children's health, and the author of Held Together, a deeply personal and collaborative memoir that weaves her own fertility and pregnancy complications with the stories of 21 other women navigating infertility, loss, and complex paths to building families. Becca brin
Optimizing Your Fertility Through Weight Loss with guest Dr. Stephanie Fein
Read the full show notes: https://www.draimee.org/optimizing-your-fertility-through-weight-loss-with-guest-dr-stephanie-fein In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by Dr. Stephanie Fein, MD a board-certified weight loss physician who specializes in helping women improve their fertility through sustainable weight management. Dr. Fein shares her personal and professional journey, high
Using the SpermQT Test to Complete Your Path to Fertility with guest Dr. Kristin Brogaard
Today, Dr. Kristin Brogaard is joining me today to talk about the Path Fertility SpermQT test. I'm so excited to have her share about the test, because as you'll hear her say "lots of infertility goes undiagnosed because men go undiagnosed, and when men go undiagnosed, women go through procedures that will not work." (Who else wants to see this on a bumper sticker?) While sperm were long considere
The Effect of the Environment on your Fertility with Dr. Jenna Hua
One of the most common questions I get is, "Dr. Aimee, how can I improve egg, sperm and embryo quality?" We know that age, genetics and environment influence egg, sperm, and embryo quality. I've been searching for a diagnostic tool that monitors environmental exposures for my patients, and I'm so excited to have found that one exists. Dr. Jenna Hua of Million Marker joins me to talk all about
7 Things About the Trigger Shot You Didn't Know
Get the full show notes: https://www.draimee.org/the-7-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-trigger-shot I often tell my patients that we should rename the Trigger Shot, the super unicorn sparkle shot, the egg launcher shot, or the EGG-cellerator shot. Let's be honest, the Trigger Shot is the worst name for something that does so much good on a fertility journey.⠀ In this episode, I'm sharing all ab
A New Vision for Egg Donation: Open, Informed and Empowered - Dr. Diane Tober Reads From 'Eggonomics'
Dr. Diane Tober specializes in reproductive technologies, bioethics, and the commodification of the body, and her groundbreaking book Eggonomics brings all of that expertise together in one essential read for anyone curious about the egg and sperm donation industry. We dig into one of the most compelling stories from her book: the journey of Allyn, a woman who navigated the egg donation process on
At Home Insemination with Mosie Baby
Imagine an insemination kit with a syringe specifically designed for the female body that you can use with your partner or sperm donor in the comfort of your own home. I'm delighted to have Maureen Brown, co-founder of Mosie Baby joining me on the this week to talk about the home insemination kit that she and her husband designed after being faced with infertility.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ As you know, I really love
How to Prevent Infertility
I've yet to meet someone that dreamed of the day they could become my patient. You may dream of your wedding day. Or maybe you may fantasize about your next vacation destination, or the day you buy a house or seeing your future child graduate from high school. But I'm guessing that when you think of those milestones in life, my bet is that nowhere in that world are you thinking about me — a fertil
When it Comes to Your Fertility: What is Fact vs. Fiction?
I know there are a lot of fertility myths out there, and some can be downright perplexing if you're trying to do everything you can to have a successful pregnancy. And, when you've been a fertility doctor for a while, let me tell you, you will hear it all. So in this episode, I'm tackling TWENTY of the most common fertility myths in a little thing I like to call "Fertility: Fact or Fiction."
The Truth About Fertility Drugs
Most fertility treatment hinges on the strategic use of drugs to help the body be as fertile as possible. My goal is to give each of my patients a personalized fertility plan with custom calendars of what to do, which drug to take, and when. Today on the podcast, I'm walking through fertility calendars (keeping things confidential, of course) and talking about the drugs I commonly use to give my
Donor Eggs, Real Talk: The Emotional Journey and Telling Your Child Their Story with guest Sherri McDonald Sawyerr
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I am joined by Sherri McDonald Sawyerr - IVF mom, content creator, and author of the children's book Love Grew Me - for a real, unfiltered conversation about donor egg conception. Sherri shares her multi-year fertility journey, from early IVF attempts with her own eggs to ultimately finding success with donor eggs after discovering she had adenomyosis, an
How to Make the Most of Egg Freezing: What to Expect and How to Plan Ahead
I'm diving into one of the most empowering options in fertility care today: egg freezing. Whether you're considering it now or just gathering information, I want you to have a clear understanding of what to expect—and how to set yourself up for success. I'm sharing my insights on the best time to freeze your eggs, how many eggs you may want to freeze based on your family-building goals, and what
Optimize Your Fertility: Eggs, Embryos & Endometriosis
Today, I'm diving into how you can optimize your fertility, especially if you're dealing with endometriosis. This episode was originally hosted by Ashley and Tiffany at Fertility Village Live. Whether you're trying to conceive naturally or preparing for IVF, understanding how endometriosis affects your fertility is key. I'll walk you through what this condition means for your eggs and embryos an
Fertility Mindset Hacks: How Hypnosis And Visualization Support IVF with guest Naomi Woolfson
On the latest episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by the incredibly compassionate Naomi Woolfson, founder of Embrace Fertility and a trauma-trained hypnotherapist who specializes in helping women feel emotionally supported through fertility treatment. Naomi shares her own four-year journey through IUI, IVF, miscarriage, and anxiety and how it led her to create The Embrace Fertility Meth
How Acupuncture Can Support Your Fertility Journey with guest Mary Wong
Today, we're going to talk about how acupuncture and Eastern medicine can help you thrive on your pathway to pregnancy. Mary Wong is the best selling author of "Pathways to Pregnancy," and has practiced acupuncture since 1993. She is also a health and life coach who's dedicated to helping individuals thrive in mind, body, and soul. In our discussion, Mary and I are talking about 💙How Eastern me
What You Need to Know About Egg Donation with Dr. Diane Tober
I'm joined by Dr. Diane Tober, medical anthropologist, researcher, and author of Eggsonomics, a book that exposes the hidden realities of the global egg donation industry. Her NSF-funded research includes nearly 900 survey participants and close to 300 interviews with donors across the U.S., Spain, and beyond. We talk about the real risks donors face, the ethical complexities of how donors are sel
How to Have a Great Sex Life as a Fertility Patient with guest Dr. Renée Hilliard
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by Dr. Renée Hilliard, an expert in sexual health, mindfulness, and integrative wellness. We discuss how mental and emotional well-being intersect with fertility, the role of mindfulness in reproductive health, and the importance of cultivating a healthy relationship with intimacy and self-care throughout the fertility journey. Read the full
Living with Endometriosis: What You Need to Know About Healing and Hope with Dr Iris Kerin Orbuch
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I welcome Dr. Iris Kerin Orbuch, a renowned expert on endometriosis, to discuss the complexities and challenges of living with this disease. We explore how endometriosis affects fertility, the obstacles to early diagnosis, and the misconceptions that often delay proper treatment. Dr. Orbuch shares insights on the integrative approaches used in her practi
Sleep and Your Fertility with guest Dr. Sara Nowakowski
The relationship between sleep and fertility isn't something that's talked about very much. I'm excited to have sleep expert, Dr. Sara Nowakowski, joining me today. We all know sleep is important, but did you know that sleep helps you recover from illness and rebound from life challenges? It also helps with mood regulation and decreases depression and anxiety, and it has been shown to help memory
What is Menopausal Pregnancy and How Are Celebrities Getting Pregnant After Age 50?
Did you know that pregnancy after menopause is possible? In this episode, Dr. Aimee dives into everything you need to know about menopausal pregnancy, including the science behind it, the role of egg donation, and how women over 50 are growing their families. She also shares important considerations for those thinking about this path to parenthood. In this episode, we cover: How pregnancy is pos
The Truth About Fertility Trends in 2026: Egg Maxing, Sperm Maxing, Hormone Balancing & More with Sara Jensen of Hugh and Grace
This episode is a special one. Sara Jensen, co-founder and Co-CEO of Hugh & Grace invited me to join her for a live conversation in honor of National Infertility Awareness Week and the interview was so good, I knew I had to share it with all of you here on the Egg Whisperer Show. Sara has walked the deeply personal road of unexplained infertility for 14 years, ultimately building her family throu
Genetic Counselor Explains Genetics & Hereditary Disease for Fertility Patients with Dena Goldberg
Your Genetics are a key part of my TUSHY Method (Y = Your genetics) and I'm so honored to have Dena Goldberg (also known far and wide as Dena DNA) joining me today! Some of the questions I know you have on your mind about genetics are: Nothing came back on my 23 & Me test. I'm good to go, right? Answer: Not so fast. 23&Me relies on "SNP testing," and only looks at "very specific bookmarks on very
Gut Health and Fertility with guest Dr. Alex Carrasco
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by Dr. Alex Carrasco, a board-certified family medicine doctor and functional medicine expert, to talk about the powerful connection between gut health and fertility. Dr. Carrasco is the founder of Nourish Medicine and the author of Bloom: 7 Steps to Reclaim Your Health, Cultivate Your Desires & Reignite Your Spark. We dive into how the gut mi
The Big Freeze: Everything You Need to Know About Egg Freezing with Natalie Lampert
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, Dr. Aimee interviews Natalie Lampert, award-winning journalist and author of 'The Big Freeze: A Reporter's Personal Journey Into The World of Egg Freezing and The Quest to Control Our Fertility.' Natalie shares her personal journey and professional insights into egg freezing, highlighting the psychological, ethical, and practical aspects. She emphasizes
Seed Cycling, Balancing Your Hormones and Your Cycle with Kate Morton of Funk It Wellness
After college, Kate left the States and moved to New Zealand where she worked at Lululemon and then at Wellness Beverage before starting Funk It. During that time, she went off birth control and struggled to get her period back; and when it returned she had cramps, moodiness, bloating, and hormonal acne. I can't wait to have her talk to us about being a dietician, seed cycling, and supporting y
How to Navigate Infertility with Support, Advocacy, and Real Options with Danielle Melfi of RESOLVE
In this episode of the Egg Whisper Show, I'm joined by Danielle Melfi, CEO of RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, the leading nonprofit dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for the one in six people impacted by infertility. Danielle shares her own personal journey to freeze her egg that began when the Alabama Supreme Court decision temporarily paused IVF in that state, an
The Environmental Factors That Could Lead to Miscarriage with Dr. Dana Mcqueen and Dr. Audrey Gaskins
In today's Egg Whisperer Show podcast, Dr. Aimee is joined by Dr. Dana McQueen and Dr. Audrey Gaskins. They are going to talk about the environmental factors that can play a role in miscarriage or recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). These three fertility doctors are all talking about evidence based information on pesticides, organic food, pollution, and endocrine disrupting chemicals. Dr. Gaskins is
Sperm Health, Aging, and Male infertility with guest Kristin Brogaard
Today, Dr. Kristin Brogaard is joining me today to talk about the Path Fertility SpermQT test. I'm so excited to have her share about the test, because as you'll hear her say "lots of infertility goes undiagnosed because men go undiagnosed, and when men go undiagnosed, women go through procedures that will not work." (Who else wants to see this on a bumper sticker?) While sperm were long considere
Five Things to Know if Your Sperm Count is Low (The BALLS Method for Male Infertility)
Today on The Egg Whisperer Show podcast, I'm sharing The BALLS Method. We've got the TUSHY Method for the gals, and the BALLS Method is a super easy mnemonic that makes it easy to remember the five things you need to know if your sperm count is low. So, tune in to hear me talk more about these important considerations for the guys: B = Background genetics (sperm DNA frag, chromosome analysis, Y c
How to Best Prepare for IUI
Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a procedure commonly done in fertility clinics around the world. We place the sperm inside the uterus, close to the fallopian tubes. If you're going to do IUI treatment, you want it to work. Tune in as I break down the steps to give you the best chance of success at IUI. I'll take you through what I typically do with my patients to give you insight into what you
When IVF Fails: The 'What Now?' Moment and Finding Hope Through Donor Eggs with guest Victoria Nino
I am talking to the incredible Victoria Nino, author of Our Hearts Match, donor conception advocate, and mom of two about one of the most vulnerable moments in a fertility journey: what happens after IVF fails. Victoria has lived through multiple failed IVF cycles, stage three endometriosis, years of heartbreak, and ultimately became a mother twice over through donor egg conception via two very di
Fertility Myths Debunked
Read the full shownotes on Dr. Aimee's website: click here. Do you think you can put botox in your ovaries? You know, plump up those older eggs to regain their youthfulness? Nope, sorry. Not possible. Or have you thought that because you can take a youthful looking selfie, and feel great, that your fertility must be picture perfect too? Nope, sorry. Good selfies don't equal good fertility. But
Everything You've Ever Wanted to Ask an Embryologist with Lucy Lines
Lucy Lines began her career as an embryologist, starting at Monash IVF in Melbourne in 2001. She worked in fertility clinics around the world, and consulted in clinics throughout Europe, the UK, and Australia. She realized that in addition to creating babies, she also loves learning and helping people. Having faced infertility and IVF herself, she now works as an educator and coach for fertility p
4 Step Guide to IVF (The Egg Whisperer D.I.E.T)
The "Egg Whisperer D.I.E.T." covers the four things you need to know about IVF, and you can apply them to whatever your situation may be. D: Diagnosis (get your TUSHY checked: Tubes, Ultrasound of Uterus, Sperm, Hormones, and Your genetic profile) I: IVF E: Endometrial Receptivity T: Transfer Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website Do you have questions about IVF, and what to expect? Cl
Pros and Cons of IVF
It seems like everyone is doing IVF. You hear about it in the news. You hear about it in different articles. You hear about it from your neighbors, your friends, so many different people are doing IVF. Everyone is giving different bits of information, but what are you supposed to believe? Today I want to share about the risks of IVF so you know what you're getting yourself into. IVF allows you to
The Fertility Formula: Hormones, Inflammation, and the Truth About Optimizing Fertility with Dr. Natalie Crawford
In this episode, I'm joined by one of my favorite fellow fertility doctors - Dr. Natalie Crawford, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist, co-founder of Fora Fertility in Austin, Texas, host of the As a Woman podcast, and author of the brand-new book The Fertility Formula. Dr. Crawford's journey into reproductive medicine is deeply personal: after experiencing
How to Approach IVF Challenges with guest Dr John Norian
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I sit down with the incredible Dr. John Norian, a board-certified OB-GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist with HRC Fertility in Pasadena and Rancho Cucamonga, California. Dr. Norian completed his residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, his fellowship at the NIH, and has served as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Public Health Service, providin
How to Create Your Own Personalized IVF Plan
Today on the podcast, I'm talking all about how you can create your own personalized IVF Plan. Have you ever used Google Maps and been redirected midway via a better route? Alternatively, maybe you're proactive in managing traffic and go directly to Waze to get you from point A to point B in the most time effective way? These apps are well-loved and widely used because they remove obstacles out o
Secondary Infertility
Secondary infertility affects so many of my patients. In today's podcast episode, I'm talking about what happens when someone has no trouble getting pregnant for baby number one and then struggles to conceive another child. People in this situation often don't know what to do because this is so new to them. I'm sharing everything you need to know about secondary infertility: the causes, treatments
New Technology in Egg and Embryo Freezing with guest Dr. Angie Beltsos
Today on The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm excited to have Dr. Angie Beltsos joining me to talk about new technology in egg and embryo freezing. She is now with Brown Fertility, and formerly the CEO of Vios Fertility Institute. This year, her practice announced that they would be the first to use new technology to freeze and store both eggs and embryos. TMRW Life Sciences offers new advancements for fr
Tracking Your Cycle: What is The Fertility Awareness Method? with author Toni Weschler and Sabrina Nowicki
I'm joined by extraordinary women who are changing the way women understand our fertility cycles: Toni Weschler, internationally respected women's health educator and author of the landmark book Taking Charge of Your Fertility (translated into 12 languages), and Sabrina Nowicki, engineer, product designer, fertility awareness method practitioner, and CEO of Cyclisity - the new app built as the pe
Everything You Need to Know About Fibroids and Fertility with Dr. Banafsheh Kashani
Today on The Egg Whisperer Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Banafsheh Kashani, a fertility doctor from Eden Centers for Advanced Fertility. If you're looking for answers to your fibroid questions, this is the podcast episode for you. As a fibroid and fertility expert, Dr. Bana is sharing all of her knowledge with us about the impact of fibroids on fertility and pregnancy. Tune in and share widely as you
Preparing for your Embryo Transfer
On today's podcast episode, I'm talking about preparing for embryo transfer. I find that it's helpful to think about embryo transfer the same way you might think about having a very special guest over for dinner. What are you going to do if you have a very special person over? You're going to make sure everything is absolutely perfect. When it comes to preparing for an embryo transfer, you want t
Becoming a Parent Through Embryo Donation with guests EM•POWER with Moxi
I'm so excited to have Maya, Jen, and Gina of Em•power with Moxi back for part two of our discussion about embryo donation! Today, we're talking all about becoming a parent through embryo donation. Maya became a mother through embryo donation, and she is sharing about the emotional shift that comes with choosing to become a parent to a baby that doesn't share your DNA. She also talks about some t
Everything You Need to Know About Donating Embryos with guests EM•POWER with Moxi
In early 2019, Gina, Jen, and Maya came together as mamas on a mission to transform the landscape of embryo donation. Each of them had a different fertility journey that had a connection to embryo donation, and wanted to make embryo donation better understood, more inclusive, and more accessible. And, they wanted to bridge the gap between reproductive medicine and child well being. I'm so excited
How to tell if you're fertile
One of the challenges of trying to conceive is knowing if you're fertile. In this podcast episode, I'm sharing everything you need to know about your fertility. Consider this a guide to avoid fertility faux pas, and your go-to for getting real answers. I'm sharing the tests you should ask your doctor about to determine your fertility levels and understand your fertility. Read the full article on
Pro Tips for How to Have the Best Egg Retrieval Experience
For the past 10+ years I've been retrieving eggs for people. A process that if you're a new patient, can be daunting. You may be wondering, what exactly is involved? Just like any surgery it is serious business and a procedure that goes best when there's careful planning. As a doctor who's been doing this for over a decade, I want to give you my top 9 tips for how to be the most prepared patient
Yes, You Can Get Pregnant: Rewriting the Fertility Story at Over 35 with Aimee Raupp
In this episode of the Egg Whisperer Show, I sit down with my friend and fellow "Aimee," Aimee Raupp - bestselling author, fertility expert, and licensed acupuncturist who has spent over 20 years helping women around the world improve their fertility using an integrative approach that blends Western science with Eastern wisdom. Aimee has just released an updated edition of her landmark book Yes,
Five Steps to Take After a Miscarriage
In this episode, I break down my "Angel Workup" - the five essential steps every person should take after experiencing a miscarriage. As a reproductive endocrinologist and miscarriage expert, I'm sharing the framework I created as part of my Miscarriage Revolution so you can feel empowered, informed, and ready to move forward. Read the full show notes on my website. This episode covers the A.N
Egg Health: The Science of NAD+ Sirtuins - with Dr. Mark Ratner
I am so excited to share this conversation with you. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mark Ratner, Chief Science Officer at Theralogix, to talk about a topic I've become incredibly passionate about: NAD+ and its role in egg quality and fertility. If you've been wondering what NAD+ actually is, why your eggs need it, and whether supplementation could make a real difference in your IVF or egg fr
Leaving a Legacy of Hope for Male Fertility with Dr. Ramy Ghayda
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ramy Ghayda, an experienced urologist and the Chief Medical Officer at Legacy, to dive deep into the world of male fertility. Dr. Ghayda brings his expertise in urology and male infertility to discuss why it's "always nice to have sperm on ice,"a phrase I say often because preserving male fertility is just as important as egg freezing. We explore Legacy's revol
Does Sperm Really Matter?
Does sperm really matter? If you tuned into the conversation with Dr. Paul Turek and I earlier this week, you'll know that of course it matters! It truly does take both sperm and an egg to make a baby. Today I'll review the sperm question a bit, and explain why it matters. AND, I'll give you a lot more info about how to improve sperm quality. Here's the thing: I know that guys want to hear wha
Lifestyle factors and Miscarriage with Dr Bendikson and Dr. Dana McQueen
On today's podcast episode, I'm joined by Dr. Kristin Bendikson and Dr. Dana McQueen, and we're discussing lifestyle factors and miscarriage. This discussion is part of a series on miscarriage and recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). Dr. Dana McQueen is with RMA in San Francisco, and Dr. Bendikson is the director of clinical development at KindBody. She joins the show to talk about the life style fa
The Most Important Thing to Know Before IVF with guest Dr. Max Ezzati
Preparing for IVF can be an emotional and complex journey, and having the right information beforehand can make all the difference. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Max Ezzati, a highly respected reproductive endocrinologist, to discuss the most important thing to know before starting IVF. Dr. Ezzati shares key insights about how patients can optimize their chances of success, the factors that
I'm 40. Did 5 IVF Cycles, Got Dozens of Eggs, But Not a Single Normal Embryo. What Should I Do Next? (Ask The Egg Whisperer with guest Dr. Steven Palter)
Welcome back to Ask the Egg Whisperer! I'm so excited to have Dr. Steven Palter join me on today's episode. Dr. Palter is the medical and scientific director at Gold Coast IVF in Woodbury, New York, and an internationally recognized leader in fertility treatment. He's also the creator of the PCOS to Pregnancy Protocol - the first comprehensive remote system targeting the root causes of PCOS and t
Hope and Healing After Pregnancy Loss with Dr. Kate White
I'm excited to be joined by Dr. Kate White on today's Egg Whisperer Show podcast! As a practicing gynecologist, she teaches women how to better understand their bodies. She helps women be unafraid of seeing the doctor, and arms them with questions to ask. Dr. Kate is the Vice-Chair of Academics and the director of the Fellowship in Complex Family Planning at Boston Medical Center, and an associat
Facts About Egg Quality And How To Improve It
If you're one of my patients you'll know which egg quality supplements and sperm quality supplements I want you to be on. I spell it out. I will tell you the doses too. I also make my recommendations as far as which brands to get. But if you're not my patient, I want you to learn from this too. No matter where you live in the world, no matter which brands you have access to, there is a way for y
Everything to Know About Genetic Counseling and Testing with Gina Davis
Gina Davis is the founder of Advocate Genetics and a co-founder of EM•POWER with Moxi, an education company dedicated to empowering choice in embryo donation. I'm so honored to have her joining me today on The Egg Whisperer Show podcast! Gina is passionate about impacting the growing field of genetic counseling, and has worked tirelessly to train new genetic counselors, and provide a strong found
When Should You Consider Canceling Your IUI? with guest Dr. Blake Evans
Starting a fertility treatment to then be told that you're over-responding and can't move forward is so disappointing for fertility patients. And I love that Dr. Blake Evans has done research on this issue for IUI patients and he's joining me on The Egg Whisperer Show to share his research findings and provide guidance for us all and to talk about when you should consider canceling your IUI. Read
Sperm Health: A New Test from PS Fertility with guest Jeff Lysiak (PS Detect)
I'm thrilled to bring you this conversation about a breakthrough in male fertility diagnostics that's been literally hiding in plain site. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jeff Lysiak, PhD, co-founder and Chief Science Officer at PS Fertility, to discuss phosphatidylserine (PS) and how this critical molecule on sperm is revolutionizing how we diagnose male infertility. Jeff shares the fascinatin
The Best Fertility Treatment Options
People seem to always be full of advice about fertility, and while most of it comes from a place of wanting to be helpful, not all of it is well informed or welcome. When you are trying to conceive, the last thing you want to hear is that you need to "relax." Or "go on a vacation, drink some wine, and let nature run its course." Am I right? In this episode, I'm sharing the types of treatments th
Why Sperm Counts and Male Fertility Rates are Dropping: Count Down with guest Dr. Shanna Swan
Did you know that fertility rates have dropped 50% in the last 5 decades, and more and more people are requiring help to grow their family? Some are calling it "Spermageddon." I'm not one to run with fantastical headlines, but the truth is that we are facing an infertility epidemic. And, this is all heartbreaking for the people dealing with infertility, and for us as a society. Today, I'm honore
Egg Freezing: An Overview of IVF and Egg Freezing with Dr. Aimee (Hosted by Dr Ban)
Hosted by Dr. Ban, I'm sharing everything you need to know about getting precision fertility care.... in ten minutes. You'll hear all about the TUSHY Method, the specifics of the BALLS Method, along with the Egg Whisperer DIET and your fertility TEAM. There are many relatively easy and affordable ways to get smart about your fertility. We will never eliminate all of the unknowns, but we can take
How Important is Embryo Quality?
I have patients that come to me from all over the world. There's one question I always ask when reviewing their IVF cycle history. What was your embryo quality? I hear time and time again from patients that they don't know it because their doctor told them embryo quality doesn't matter with IVF. That's simply not true! Just like diamonds in a jewelry store. Quality matters. Just like there is a
Beyond IVF: PCOS, PGT-P, Rapamycin, and the Fertility Deep Dive with Dr. Steve Palter
In this episode of the Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by Dr. Steven Palter, founder and medical director of Gold Coast IVF, to explore what happens when fertility care goes beyond quick fixes and becomes true detective work. Dr. Palter is internationally recognized for his innovative Palter Fertility Method - a systematic, personalized approach that treats infertility as a multilevel disease rath
How to Avoid the Most Common IVF Mistakes with guest Dr. Jenna McCarthy
Today on The Egg Whisperer podcast, my dear friend Dr. Jenna McCarthy is joining me to talk all about the most common IVF mistakes. Our intent is to share as much information as we can with you so you'll go into an IVF cycle aware, empowered and feeling comfortable with what is going on. We want people to avoid these mistakes and also hear that they're common, they happen, and there's always somet
Your Complete IVF Checklist
IVF is a very emotional journey. It can be riddled with fear, doubt, and is full of periods of waiting and wondering. For my patients, I want to reduce any emotional or physical burdens by creating an IVF checklist for them. It covers the core essentials of everything we need to do, so there are no conversations that begin with, "I wish I would have…" down the road. I don't want you to have to wo
The Top 10 Reasons You're Having a Hard Time Getting Pregnant
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GUYnecology: The History of Male Reproductive Health with Rene Almeling
You know that when someone writes a book titled "GUYnecology," I'm going to want to have them on the podcast ASAP. Today, Rene Almeling joins me for an informative and fun conversation about the history of male fertility medicine. Dr. Rene Almeling is an associate professor of sociology at Yale University where her research and teaching has focused on gender and medicine. Using a science based ap
IVF Truths, PGT-A Real Talk, and Fertility Facts with Dr. Nirali Shah Jain
In this episode, I'm talking to Dr. Nirali Shah Jain, a fertility specialist and researcher who's making waves both in the clinic and on social media as @eggspert_md. Dr. Jain brings a refreshing blend of evidence-based medicine and genuine compassion to the often overwhelming world of IVF. We dive deep into her groundbreaking research on PGT-A testing in donor egg cycles, published in Fertility a
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Struggling with fertility is not easy. It's important to stay positive. For example, I like to think of you being IN-fertile. As in you're "in" the club vs. infertile meaning you're "not" fertile. Call me crazy, but I truly believe in the fertility of everyone who walks through my door. Nobody is a number or FSH or AMH level. What do those things even mean? That's what I want to talk to you today
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