Over 40 Fabulous and Pregnant
Over 40 Fabulous and Pregnant is a podcast for women over 40 who are trying to conceive or are pregnant. Hosted by Jamie Massey, who shares her own journey to motherhood at 43 using donor eggs, the podcast features episodes every other Monday covering TTC, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. It aims to empower women, provide education, and create a supportive sisterhood for those navigating pregnancy later in life.
Episodes
1 Round of IVF, 1 Embryo: Secondary Infertility & Pregnancy at 41
121. Ali Prato, from Infertile AF Podcast shares her raw, personal story of navigating the emotionally taxing space between having her first child naturally in her mid-30s and struggling to expand her family years later. From the emotional toll of four miscarriages to borrowing funds from family to afford a single round of IVF, Ali details the daunting process of self-administered injections, wait
She Quit Her Job for IVF to Pregnancy at 45 & 48: 11 Transfers & Donor Eggs
120. Can you really get pregnant in your mid to late 40s after years of loss and failed cycles? Lisa joins us to explore her incredible path to motherhood. Lisa shares how she navigated silent endometriosis, seven grueling egg retrievals, and 11 embryo transfers, eventually quitting her full-time job to open a flexible business that could fund and accommodate her intensive IVF schedule. After over
Wanting One More: Thyroid Struggles to Natural Pregnancy at 41
119. Rebekah Rhodes turned 40, she looked at her husband and declared, "We must have one more baby." Having already built a full life and family on their North Carolina homestead, stepping back into the journey of trying to conceive brought a brand-new set of triumphs and trials. In this episode, Rebekah opens up about navigating her very first pregnancy loss at 40, managing Hashimoto’s
Bonus: Why It Had to End
On Bonus Episode 5, host Jamie Massey announces the end of Over 40, Fabulous and Pregnant after four years of celebrating pregnancy stories over 40. Jamie opens up with raw honesty about the real-life shifts driving this decision, from navigating family caregiving, an upcoming home renovation, and stepping back from social media burnout, to choosing physical wellness and fully leaning into a new s
From a 10cm Fibroid to Infertility Struggles to Pregnancy at 44 with Donor Eggs
118. We welcome Sarah back to the podcast to share her decade-long journey to motherhood. After years of trying naturally in her 30s, Sarah and her husband faced unexplained infertility, the overwhelming grief of monthly disappointments, and the practical challenges of seeking fertility care from a remote Scottish island. When a massive, undetected fibroid disrupted their plans for NHS-funded IVF,
How Ana Navigated 7 Years of 30+ IVFs to Pregnancy at 43
117. When Ana started her journey to motherhood at 36, she expected a straightforward path. Instead, she entered a harrowing seven-year battle marked by ectopic pregnancy, hydrosalpinx, severe adenomyosis, and an AMH level that dropped to 0.1. Navigating misdiagnoses and dozens of protocol failures, she reached a breaking point that ultimately sparked a total transformation in how she approached h
Early Menopause to Pregnancy at 47: Donor Egg Success
116. Alisa experienced unexplained hot flashes and night sweats in her early thirties, no doctor thought to test her hormone levels because of her young age. It wasn't until she was diagnosed with advanced early menopause at 31 that her long, winding path to parenthood truly began, a journey that would span a divorce, years of self-advocacy, and knowing the love of her life for years.In this
Embryo Donation and Relentless Hope Led to Pregnancy at 47
115. Fertility coach Jen Richards shares her raw, beautiful, and seven-year-long journey to motherhood. From navigating the confusing world of unexplained infertility at age 40 to experiencing the BOGO "dating website" swirl of sperm banks and the heartbreaking silence of a 13-week miscarriage, Jen opens up about what it really takes to survive the emotional trenches of late-30s and 40-p
My Body is Badass: Rest, Miscarriage, and Pregnancy at 43
114. Ruth, an oil painter and children’s book author, shares her journey to welcoming her daughter at 43. Ruth opens up about the reality of facing back-to-back miscarriages in her 40s, how receiving genetic testing results brought unexpected healing, and the radical mindset shift that allowed her to view her body not as failing, but as profoundly "badass."Moving past the fear and labels
Perimenopause or Pregnancy? A Surprise at 43
113. When Jeani scheduled a doctor's visit to address hot flashes, night sweats, and an elevated FSH level, she assumed she was simply following in the footsteps of her mother and sisters who had all entered early menopause. Instead, a routine ultrasound revealed a dislodged IUD, and a month later, on September 11th, a positive pregnancy test that quite literally left her weak in the knees. A
Failed Transfer Causes: How a Doctor Overcame Infertility for Pregnancy at 40
112. Dr. Stephanie Gray, a functional medicine practitioner, nurse practitioner, and author of Your Fertility Blueprint. After navigating a complex, 10-year secondary infertility battle that involved eight IUIs, two out-of-state surgeries for endometriosis, and a devastating standstill with multiple failed euploid embryo transfers, Stephanie had to become her own medical detective. She shares how
Pregnant at 44: Overcoming Ambivalence and the Age Narrative
111. Journalist and mental strength trainer, Bettina Gordon shares the raw truth about being ambivalent about kids for years, dealing with a year of unprotected sex where nothing happened, and the exact tipping point that shifted her mindset from fearing a loss of freedom to embracing motherhood at 44. If you’ve ever felt crushed by the loud outside noise telling you you're running out of tim
Trying to Conceive (TTC) Over 40 Round Table
110. Kezia, Mandy, and Carly join us to share their deeply personal experiences with trying to conceive in their 40s. The conversation cuts through the noise of societal "age limits" and the buzzword of perimenopause, replacing clinical statistics with radical authenticity. From overcoming health hurdles like endometriosis and emergency surgeries to navigating the complexities of vasecto
The 12-Year Wait: Failed IVF to Jaclyn's Natural Pregnancy at 40
109. Jaclyn shares her incredible 12-year gap between children. Jaclyn opens up about the grueling process of IUI and IVF, the emotional toll of a negative pregnancy tests and secondary infertility. She shares how leaving a high-stress 60-hour work week and moving to a new city created the space for a surprise pregnancy just weeks after her 40th birthday.We also dive into the practical realities o
A Health Journey and Tummy Tuck Led to Her Surprise Pregnancy at 44
108. After five boys and two devastating miscarriage in her 40's, Anne-Marie believed her journey to motherhood was over. She decided to reclaim her body through a health and wellness routine—incorporating a GLP-1 (semaglutide) and a major abdominal surgery—only to discover she was pregnant with her first daughter soon into her tummy tuck recovery.In this raw and authentic conversation, we di
Pregnant at 49: Using Donor Eggs, Frozen Sperm, and 'Sex Magic'
107. Britt Fohrman, a birth doula of 24 years found herself navigating the very journey she had supported hundreds of others through—but with a tragic twist. After years of fertility struggles and the sudden loss of her husband, Britt shares how she honored his final wish by continuing their path to parenthood as a solo mother. From winning a legal battle for her husband's sperm to finding a
The Power of Hope: Double Ectopic Pregnancy to IVF Miracle at 48
106. Jamie welcomes Jessianna, a military veteran who shares her incredible 20-year path to becoming a mother at age 48. After nearly two decades of marriage, multiple deployments, and a history of heart-wrenching losses—including several miscarriages and a life-threatening double ectopic pregnancy—Jessianna opens up about the resilience required to keep going. She discusses the medical hurdles sh
Marla’s IVF Pregnancy at 48 With Her Own Eggs
105. After anchoring the news for nearly 30 years, Emmy-award winner Marla Tellez found herself reporting on her own miracle: a successful pregnancy at 48 using her own frozen eggs. In this episode, Marla shares the incredible 12-year timeline from freezing her eggs at age 37 to welcoming her daughter, Sloan, just days before her 49th birthday. She pulls back the curtain on the technical and emoti
Unexplained Infertility to Pregnancy at 44 with Donor Eggs
104. Rosey is on to share her IVF pregnancy with donor eggs. Rosey shares the intimate details of her decade-long path to motherhood. After a relatively straightforward journey with her first daughter at age 36, Rosey was met with years of "unexplained" infertility while trying for a second child. She takes us through the clinical maze of IUIs and mini-IVF, the heartbreak of a mid-trimes
Why Karen Refused to Rush Marriage and Motherhood at 46
103. For years, Karen was dedicated to her career and travel, waiting for the right moment and the right person. When she finally met Jason in her early 40s, they assumed their path to parenthood would require clinical intervention or adoption. But just as they were planning their future, a "Crohn’s flare-up" turned out to be a life-changing surprise: a spontaneous pregnancy at age 46.In
ER to the Amazon: A Doctor’s Path to Motherhood at 41
102. For years, Jude grappled with a single, heavy question: Do I actually want to be a mother? Feeling stuck in ambivalence, her quest for an answer took her from the high-stakes environment of the ER to the depths of the Amazon jungle. After a profound experience with a Shaman in Peru, the "indecision" finally cleared.In this episode, Jude shares her journey of meeting her partner at 3
Fallon’s Natural Conception at 40 in One Month
101. We have Fallon on to share her spontaneous pregnancy at 40. Fallon was never the girl who dreamed of being a mother. A full-time yoga teacher with a life she loved, she was content being a “dog mom” until the loss of her dog and a new marriage changed her perspective. On the night of her 40th birthday, she and her husband decided to go for it. One month later, she was staring at a positive pr
Pregnancy Over 40 Round Table
100. To celebrate our milestone 100th episode, we are doing something different: hearing from women who are in the thick of it right now. Join host Jamie Massey as she sits down with four incredible women—Sarah (44), Johanne (44), Bidi (43), and Katie (46)—for a global roundtable discussion on the raw, real-time experience of being pregnant in your 40s. From Scotland to the U.S., these women pull
Fibroids and High Blood Pressure to Pregnancy at 43
099. Stephanie is on share her spontaneous pregnancy at 43. Stephanie has been with her husband since she was 27 and married him at 39. She always wanted kids, at least one or two, but no more than three. Her husband is eleven years older than her with kids from a previous relationship and was open to having more. Once they decided to try to have a baby, she wasn't pregnant and thought someth
Did I wait too long? Amanda's IVF Pregnancy at 45
098. What happens when you spend your 20s and 30s building a life, a marriage, and a career, only to wonder if you’ve missed the window for a second child? In this episode, we meet Amanda, who shares her deeply relatable journey from questioning if she wanted children at all to navigating a successful IVF pregnancy at 45 years old. Amanda opens up about the "epiphany" she had at 44 that
Spontaneous Pregnancy with Low AMH at 41
097. When Jessica received a call six months before her wedding informing her that her AMH levels were low, the news felt like a daunting hurdle in her plan to start a family. Having spent her 30s focused on her education to become an occupational therapist, she was finally ready to prioritize motherhood at 41, only to be told that while pregnancy was possible, it would be significantly challengin
Allison did IVF to Avoid Autism at 43
096. Allison spent her life surrounded by children as a babysitter and camp counselor, yet the decision to become a mother wasn't always a clear-cut choice for her. Content in her 15-year relationship with her husband and close with her two stepchildren, she initially prioritized her love for travel and professional life over starting a family of her own. However, reaching the milestone age o
Staying Positive During Multiple IVF Cycles: Melissa's Story at 43
095. When Melissa turned 40, she felt a deep calling to motherhood but hadn't yet met the right partner to start a family. Despite well-meaning friends suggesting she should simply "get a dog" rather than face the uphill battle of late-age fertility, Melissa chose to trust her intuition and embark on the journey as a Single Mother by Choice. What followed was a grueling three-year m
Bonus: How to Prepare for an IVF Transfer
BE04: We are discussing 10 ways to prepare for a transfer. I created this list based off of research, my experience of two transfers and ways that guests have shared from their stories. If you are like me, you are searching the internet on how to make this transfer successful. You might feel like the more you do, the higher the chances are of it being successful. I suggest doing what feels good t
How Rosanne Created a Fertile Mindset for Pregnancy at 44
094. At 40 years old, Rosanne Austin was a high-stakes prosecutor facing a grim clinical diagnosis: she was told her age made a successful pregnancy nearly impossible. After a grueling and unsuccessful IVF journey that left her physically and emotionally depleted, Rosanne realized that the "mind virus" of fear and statistical doom was her biggest hurdle. In this episode, she details her
Not Ovulating to Kayla's Spontaneous Pregnancy at 41
093. After years of being told that her body wasn't ovulating and that natural conception was a statistical long shot, Kayla found herself navigating the overwhelming world of fertility specialists and clinical timelines. In this episode, she opens up about the emotional weight of a diagnosis that felt like a closed door and the resilience it took to keep searching for answers when the standa
Selah's Spontaneous Pregnancy at 41 after IVF
092. We have Selah on to share her spontaneous pregnancy at 41. You might know her for her older mom and boy mom skits on IG or as the voice of Chloe Bourgeois. She started trying to conceive in her early thirties. After three years of trying, she started to be more intentional by tracking her ovulation and temperature, but nothing happened. She went to a fertility clinic for help. They cleaned o
Overcoming Post-Menopause & Endometriosis: Pregnancy at 44 with Donor Eggs
091. Neesha shares her incredible transformation from receiving a "cold" post-menopausal diagnosis to becoming a mother at 44. After being told she had a 10% chance of conceiving naturally due to stage 4 endometriosis—and later experiencing a full year without a cycle—Neesha refused to let a clinical diagnosis be the end of her story. She walks us through the emotional and physical hurdl
Bonus: Jamie's Recovery at 43
BE03. This is episode 3 of a 3-part series sharing my story. I'm talking about my recovery. During this recording, I'm six months postpartum. I am so lucky to be sharing my story! We left off the last episode with THE BIRTH STORY as us leaving the hospital as family of three. The first bonus episode we talked about being Over Due. Those two bonus episodes were in chronological order. How
Bonus: Jamie's Birth Story at 43
BE02. This is episode 2 of a 3-part (maybe 4) series sharing my story. I'm talking about my birth story with my good friend, Chantel. During this recording, I'm 4.5 months postpartum. I am so lucky to be sharing my story! We left off OVER DUE BONUS EPISODE 1 with my midwife appointment on Friday where I was scheduled to be induced on Sunday. This episode I share how we went our Saturday,
Bonus: Jamie's Over Due at 43
BE01. This is episode 1 of a 3-party series sharing my story. We are talking about the ECV, when the doctor turned the baby from breech to head down, my expectations of starting labor, my birth plan, ways we tried to turn the baby head down, and how we tried to induce labor. The next episode is the BIRTH STORY, and the last one is postpartum RECOVERY. If this is your first time here, I’m Jamie Mas
Pregnancy After Loss Over 40 Round Table
090. The conversation focuses on the deeply personal and often difficult topic of navigating pregnancy after loss in your 40s. The episode features returning guests Jamey and Jenna, who join the round table to share their vulnerable stories of resilience and hope. Jamey opens up about her ten-year IVF journey, which included multiple miscarriages before she successfully conceived via embryo adopti
Perimenopause or Pregnant? Alice’s Story at 44
089. Host Jamie Massey sits down with spiritual author Alice Grist to explore the incredible story of her spontaneous pregnancy at 44. After assuming she had entered perimenopause, Alice shares the surreal moment she realized her exhaustion and "flu symptoms" were actually a positive pregnancy test. She opens up about the spiritual signs she received along the way—including a family pred
Kerra’s Pregnancy at 42 When He Couldn't Have Kids
088. After a grueling journey with cancer, Kerra’s partner was told that having biological children was likely off the table. Yet, despite the medical prognosis and the added pressure of being 42, Kerra felt a profound spiritual conviction that their story wasn’t over. In this episode, she shares the incredible narrative of how she leaned into her intuition, moved from planning for adoption to exp
Conceiving Naturally at 41: Overcoming Recurrent Loss for a Rainbow Baby
087. Kristen shares her inspiring and deeply relatable journey of conceiving naturally at 41 after experiencing the heartbreak of recurrent loss. After a seamless first pregnancy in her 20s, Kristen faced unexpected challenges when expanding her family later in life, navigating the emotional complexities of "rainbow babies" and the fear that often accompanies pregnancy after loss. She sh
Lorraine’s IVF Success at 44 After Overcoming Fibroids & Cancer
086. On episode 86, Lorraine shares her breathtaking journey of resilience, proving that the road to motherhood can be reclaimed even after the most devastating setbacks. After losing her fiancé to cancer at 37, Lorraine found love again at 40, only to face a daunting new set of hurdles including fibroids and a breast cancer diagnosis right in the middle of her IVF journey. Her story is a testamen
Conceiving Naturally with PCOS and Diabetes at 46
085. After years of navigating the complex intersection of PCOS and diabetes, Judy found herself facing the daunting reality of trying to conceive in her mid-forties. She opens up about the lifestyle shifts and medical hurdles she overcame to reclaim her health and her hope. Judy’s story is a raw and honest look at the persistence required to manage chronic conditions while holding onto the dream
Double Ovulation to Erica's Pregnancy at 42
084. What happens when life brings you a "blast from the past" just as you are navigating the complexities of motherhood in your 40s? In this episode, Erica shares her incredible story of a surprise pregnancy at 42. After having her first child at 33, Erica’s path took an unexpected turn when a chance encounter led to a natural conception nearly a decade later. She dives into the unique
IVF After Cancer: Navigating Embryo Denial and Donor Eggs at 42
083. At age 34, Katie was diagnosed with breast cancer just as she was rekindling a relationship with an ex-boyfriend. Faced with aggressive chemotherapy, she took the proactive step of freezing embryos, comforted by a promise that she would always have access to them. However, years later, after surviving cancer and preparing for motherhood at 42, Katie was met with a devastating legal and emotio
Conceiving Naturally with Premature Ovarian Failure (POF/POI) at 41
082. Jen, who faced a daunting Premature Ovarian Failure (POF) diagnosis at 38 while dreaming of a third child. After being told her ovarian reserve was depleted and navigating the challenges of secondary infertility, Jen spent five years searching for hope when medical interventions weren't an option. This episode explores the emotional toll of a POI diagnosis, the complexities of navigating
IVF Over 40 Round Table Part II
081. This is the second part of a two-part series where three ladies plus myself discuss the IVF process. Listen to Part I where we discuss our overall experiences. I’m pregnant in the second trimester at 43 with donor egg conception. We have returning guest from episode 50, Sonia. Sonia was pregnant at 44 with donor egg conception, also. Nisha is a returning guest from episode 56. She was pregnan
IVF Over 40 Round Table Part I
080. We have three guests on to discuss IVF. The goal of this show is to share our experiences, so you can be confident if IVF is right for you. We have returning guest, Sonia from episode 50. Sonia had a six-year IVF journey to her pregnancy at 44 with her daughter using donor eggs. Nisha is a returning guest from episode 56. Nisha had a two-year IVF journey to her pregnancy at 43 with her first
Beyond Statistics: Low AMH and Bridget's Pregnancy at 40
079. What happens when you are mentally preparing for the intensity of IVF, only for your body to surprise you? In this episode, Bridget shares her deeply personal journey of fertility in her late 30s and early 40s. From the shock of an unplanned pregnancy early in a relationship to the devastating experience of an ectopic pregnancy and subsequent losses, Bridget opens up about the emotional and p
Overcoming Recurrent Loss and Relationship Challenges at 45
078. After meeting her partner at 41, Melodie experienced a profound shift from never wanting children to an intense desire to start a family. However, her path was quickly marked by the heartbreak of back-to-back losses and a devastating emotional turning point: her partner decided he no longer wanted a baby. Facing the impossible choice between her relationship and her dream of motherhood, Melod
Defying the Odds: Shirely’s IVF Success at 47 & 49
077. One of our most inspiring episodes yet, Shirley joins us to share a story that truly defies every biological statistic. After starting her journey later in life, Shirley achieved what many deemed impossible: two successful IVF pregnancies, the first at 47 years old and the second at 49. She dives deep into the "50/50" reality of her transfers, discussing the courage it took to step
From Late Ovulation, Long Cycles to Sarah’s Pregnancy at 43
076. Sarah is a personal trainer living in Miami, Florida with her husband of twenty years and their three-month-old daughter. She wasn’t ready to have kids after she married at 28. At 38, Sarah thought about having a baby at the same time as her best friend, and questioned why she was so afraid of having a baby. After a year of trying, she saw a fertility doctor because she hadn’t gotten pregnant
Low AMH: How Tara Conceived Naturally at 40 and With Donor Eggs at 44
075. Tara grew up in a very small town in Massachusetts. She moved away to attend college at Northeastern in Boston. She moved out to Denver, Colorado almost 11 years ago when she was looking for a job after she completed her MBA. From an early age, Tara assumed she was going to have issues having children. Her mother and grandmother both went into menopause in their early 40’s. Every doctor told
In Denial: Claire's Surprise Natural Pregnancy at 43
074. Claire spent years assuming the door to more children has closed, a positive pregnancy test can feel more like a mistake than a reality. In this episode, Claire shares the candid and humorous story of her "shocking" natural pregnancy at 43 years old. She takes us through the weeks of symptoms she brushed off as everything but a baby, and the moment of pure denial when she finally sa
Low AMH to Laura’s Pregnancies at 43 and 46
073. Laura was a Boston Marathoner in peak physical condition, but she quickly discovered that being "healthy" doesn't always translate to an easy fertility journey. After marrying at 40 and facing a daunting Low AMH diagnosis, Laura had to pivot her expectations and navigate the complex emotional landscape of using donor eggs. This episode follows her inspiring transition from the
How Kezia Overcame Missing Cycles at 41
072. Kezia shares her remarkable journey of overcoming a discouraging fertility diagnosis to conceive naturally at 41. After experiencing a heartbreaking loss on her 40th birthday and seeing her menstrual cycle vanish entirely, Kezia was told she was likely entering perimenopause. Refusing to accept that her journey was over, she sought out the right medical support to restore her body’s natural r
Overcoming the "Infertility" Label: Orla’s Journey at 41
071. At 41 years old, Orla was faced with a devastating reality: three different doctors had told her that conceiving naturally was an impossibility. In this episode, Orla shares her incredible journey of defying those medical odds and the emotional resilience required to keep going when the experts have counted you out. We discuss the mindset shift she underwent after receiving her "no’s,&qu
Donor Egg Mamas Over 40 Round Table
070. Today, we bring together a diverse panel of women to answer the most pressing questions about the donor egg process and an insight into life after. The conversation features unique perspectives, including Jake, who welcomed her first child at 51; Janice, who celebrated her sixth child at 46; and Tara, who navigated her second pregnancy at 44. The panel also offers a rare and insightful look f
How to Conceive with Unclear Ovulation & Nutrition for Pregnancy Over 40
069. Functional nutritionist Carmen shares her incredible story of how she successfully conceived on the first try at age 40, despite the challenge of having an unclear ovulation window. Carmen breaks down the exact nutritional strategies and lifestyle shifts she used to optimize her fertility, offering a masterclass for women navigating the complexities of conception later in life. From debunking
Vasectomy Reversal, IUI & the Choice to Use Donor Eggs at 46
068. After raising five children naturally in her 20s, Janice, a Registered Nurse and Lactation Consultant, found herself on a very different path when she decided to grow her family again in her mid-40s. In this episode, Janice shares the raw and honest details of her nearly three-year journey to motherhood at 46. We dive into the complexities of navigating secondary infertility, starting with he
Pregnancy at 42: How Kiersten Prepared to Conceive Naturally
067. Kiersten shares the heartwarming and unexpected story of how she navigated a natural pregnancy at age 42. After having four children in her 20s and 30s, Kiersten met the love of her life at 41 and began a lighthearted "joke" about having a baby together that quickly evolved into a serious, faith-led discussion. Kiersten reveals the ways she intuitively prepared her body for concepti
Jenn’s Journey From Not Ovulating to Pregnancy at 41
066. Jenn wanted three to four kids. After she got married at 20, she went on to have two babies in her 20’s. Two miscarriages followed which were devastating to her. She didn’t understand why she had losses after having two babies. She and her husband continued to try, but at 34 years old, the doctor told her she had little to not chance of having another baby. She was no longer ovulating. She ev
Fertility Specialist's Donor Egg Story at 48
065. Dr. Jeanie Schlafly pulls back the curtain on her own transition from world-class fertility specialist to patient. At 48 years old, Dr. Schlafly shares the intimate details of her journey to motherhood using donor eggs, offering a rare bridge between medical expertise and the raw, emotional reality of late-stage pregnancy. She discusses the resilience required to navigate loss and the profoun
Money Scarcity While TTC
064. Can you change your thoughts about money without changing the amount of money in your bank account? This show is to explore how you think about money. Is money the real challenge in your journey to motherhood? What is your money philosophy? In this episode I help you understand how to want from abundance, give you questions to ask yourself to help shape your journey, and help you understand t
No Show this week or next - see you next year!
Hi! Just wanted to let you know there will not be a show this week or next. I decided to take a break for a few weeks, refresh and come back strong in 2024. I have so much I'm working on behind the scenes, I can't wait to show you! Have a great holiday and I'll see you next year!-Jamie MasseyShop the Show 🛍️ To browse every product recommended by our host and guests, visit: https:/
Overcoming Chromosome Statistics for a Healthy Baby at 42
063. Tara is half English and half American who now lives in New York City. She’s lived in ten countries and recorded the show while visiting family in the Bahamas. Thinking about having children happened decades ago for Tara. In her 30’s Tara calls herself a typical city woman who focused on her career, dated a lot, but no one serious. She ended a five-year relationship at 30, and the question of
Waiting for the Right Time: Planning for Babies at 42 and 45
062. We sit down with Gayle, a mother who proves that "the right time" doesn’t always follow a traditional timeline. After leaning into her life as a self-described "original cougar" with a younger partner, Gayle navigated the deliberate and joyful planning of two pregnancies at ages 42 and 45. Her story is a refreshing departure from the typical "geriatric pregnancy"
From Surrogate to Mother Again: A Journey of Faith and Family at 40
061. Ashlee shares her unique perspective on motherhood, having experienced pregnancy and birth across three different decades of her life. After welcoming children in her 20s and 30s, and even serving as a surrogate for her fifth pregnancy in 2020, Ashlee felt her family was complete. However, a lingering feeling that "someone was missing" led her to plan for one more baby at age 40, br
Overcoming Preeclampsia: A Story of Loss, Hope, and a Miracle at 41
060. Nana is almost 42 and recently married with their son that is four and half months old. When she first got together with her now husband, they were ready to have kids right away. She says it was quite a journey to have her son. Through pregnancy loss at 23 weeks on Christmas Day, her doctor told her not to get pregnant again. Find out her healing strategy and how she got her body ready for pr
Recurrent Implantation Failure: The Path to Pregnancy at 52
059. Tanika was born and raised in Fresno, California. She currently lives in Manhattan, New York and is a project manager by trade. She had her first daughter at 23 and is a single mother by choice. There was a burning desire in her heart to have another child. She felt like she was meant to shepherd another soul, so she looked up videos on YouTube. She found other single moms by choice and how t
How Ch-a Conceived Naturally to be a First-time Mom at 47
058. Ch-a was born and raised in California, but currently lives in Clearwater, Florida with her four-month old daughter, partner and her mother. From eight years old all the way into her 20’s she was a competitive athlete. She ran track in college and has always been an athlete. She still feels like she benefits from the hard work she’s put her body. She conceived at 45 naturally, but she miscarr
Barb’s Journey from Child Loss to Brain Cancer and Pregnancy at 57
057. This is a special episode because it’s not just a pregnancy story. This is an overview of Barb’s “a 1,000 tiny steps” to her pregnancy. Barb was a scholarship runner at BU in the eighties and ran for Nike for several years. Barb never planned to have children. She had a pretty rough childhood, so, she wanted to end the cycle of abuse in her family. She didn’t need to be a mother, she was hap
Nisha's IVF Journey to Two: Overcoming Low Egg Count and Quality
056. Nisha, from London who is three-months postpartum is sharing her IVF journey at 43. In her 30’s she didn’t know if she wanted to have children. She asked herself in her late 30’s if she would regret not having children, and she firmly said, “yes, I would regret it.” She tried naturally to have children for a year after she got married at 41. It just didn’t happen. It took her awhile to decide
The Scientist’s Path to IVF: Research, Trials, and Success at 41
055. Maria grew up in Germany but is a Spaniard that now lives in Austin, Texas. She’s always been fit and has lived an active lifestyle. For most of her life, she never thought she wanted to be a mother. At 39, something clicked that changed her mind. She shares her challenging journey to pregnancy with several failed IUI’s. Despite only having morning sickness for one day, she too had her challe
Believing Pregnancy is Possible Over 40
054. This is our one-year anniversary show! I am talking about believing pregnancy is possible over 40, so we can have a better TTC experience. We are looking at how I believe, the process I go through, and a list of thoughts that have helped me. If you are pregnant, this works for believing anything. This episode has nothing to do with religion or God or faith or whatever upper power you believe.
Conceiving at 41 vs. 35: Does It Get Harder with Age?
053. When it comes to fertility in your 40s, we are often met with a wall of clinical data and fear-based warnings. But for Heather, a veterinarian used to a "watch and wait" approach, the reality of conceiving at 41 was a surprising departure from her struggles in her mid-30s. After experiencing a year of negatives and a miscarriage at age 35, Heather shares how her third pregnancy came
Jamie's First Transfer at 42
052. Typically we share pregnancy stories of women over 40. Today's show is a little different because I've been on vacation. In this episode, I finally share the story of the day we transferred our first embryo using donor eggs. I also share three things past guests have shared that have stuck with me and three thoughts I've been thinking that have helped me through my journey. I
Truth About Pregnancy at 41: Ovulation Kits, Fertility, and Defying the Odds
051. What happens when your 10-year law school reunion, a trip to Portugal, and a positive pregnancy test all collide? You buckle up for a wild, beautiful, and completely unapologetic journey into motherhood in your forties. Sabrina, a former group fitness instructor and mom of two, Sabrina Turner, to break down the beautiful chaos of conceiving naturally in midlife, managing back-to-back pregnanc
Sonia's 10-Year Journey to Pregnancy at 44 with Donor Eggs
050. Sonia’s path to motherhood was anything but linear. Her journey began at 37 on a first date where she laid her cards on the table, and it didn't end until nearly a decade later. In this episode, Sonia opens up about the grueling ten-year marathon that included a major cycling crash, multiple surgeries, and the heartbreak of four failed IUIs and an egg retrieval. She shares the raw realit
A Promise Kept: Pregnancy, Loss, and a Mother’s Gift at 40
049. Coco has a deeply moving story of love, loss, and the extraordinary power of maternal intuition during her pregnancy at 40. Coco shares her intimate journey through the heartbreak of pregnancy loss and the spiritual promise that kept her moving forward. We explore how she navigated the emotional complexities of grief while remaining steadfast in the belief that her path to motherhood was not
Embryo Donation: A 10-Year Path to Pregnancy at 41
048. Jamey shares her remarkable ten-year journey to motherhood. After a decade of navigating the emotional and physical highs and lows of infertility, Jamey shares the pivotal decision to pursue embryo donation and how it ultimately led to her successful pregnancy at 41. We delve into the complexities of waiting, the power of persistence, and the mindset required to keep going when the path to yo
