FriedEggs Podcast
FriedEggs Podcast explores infertility and IVF, offering information and personal perspectives for anyone navigating fertility challenges. It covers topics related to fertility treatments, emotional experiences, and practical considerations around conception. The show aims to provide support and insight for listeners dealing with infertility. More information is available at friedeggspod.com.
Episodes
Ep 66: “I’m an IVF doctor going through IVF”—a conversation with Dr. Sasha Hakman
What happens when your fertility doctor goes through IVF herself?We’re talking to Dr. Sasha Hakman, an OB-GYN and reproductive endocrinologist, about her own fertility journey and how being a patient has shaped the way she practices medicine.We get into what personalized fertility care actually looks like, the emotional reality of failed cycles, nutrition and lifestyle, family history, preventativ
Ep 65: How not to lose yourself to infertility, IVF, and motherhood
It’s our final episode of the summer with just the two of us! We’ll be back with a guest next week, and then we’re taking a few weeks off while Amy travel and Kayti works on her book. See you in October! This is part two - listen to part one of this episode here.Episode SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Tempdrop, a wearable fertility tracker that collects overnight temperature data to help ident
Ep 64: What your fertility can tell you about your health with Dr. Natalie Crawford
What if your fertility could tell you something about your overall health? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Natalie Crawford, OB-GYN, reproductive endocrinologist, and author of the bestselling book The Fertility Formula, to talk about fertility as a health marker—and why fertility isn’t just about getting pregnant.We get into metabolic health, inflammation, hormones, and the clues our bodies
(extended version) Ep 63: Finding our strength again after years of infertility
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.friedeggspod.comThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.friedeggspod.comIn this week’s episode, we’re chatting about Amy’s work sabbatical and upcoming voyage to Europe, plus Kayti’s book (manifestation!) and getting back into writing.We share a surrogacy update and talk about returning to the gym after yea
Ep 63: Finding our strength again after years of infertility
In this week’s episode, we’re chatting about Amy’s work sabbatical and upcoming voyage to Europe, plus Kayti’s book (manifestation!) and getting back into writing.We share a surrogacy update and talk about returning to the gym after years of the physical and mental exhaustion that came with infertility and IVF. Amy opens up about feeling disconnected from her body after so much treatment, and why
Ep 62: The memoir helping us get through infertility (with Amy Gallo Ryan, author of You May Feel a Bit of Pressure)
In this episode, we’re joined by writer and author Amy Gallo Ryan to talk about her memoir, You May Feel a Bit of Pressure, and what it means to make sense of infertility through writing.We talk about the ways IVF can shape your identity, the pressure to tell a certain kind of infertility story, and why the emotional impact can stick around long after treatment ends. Amy also shares why she chose
Ep 61: Fertility headlines that made us go WTF
It’s been a couple of weeks since our last proper catch-up, and woah! So many fertility news headlines. Kayti shares highlights from a whirlwind family trip, her move into a new home, and the chaos of unpacking (or... not unpacking). And we dive into what they’ve been seeing in women’s health and fertility news, including IVF policy debates, teen pregnancy prevention funding cuts and why that’s cr
Ep 60: How to track your cycle when trying to get pregnant
Did you know that cycle tracking apps are only about 20% accurate at predicting your ovulation window? This week, Kayti sits down with sex therapist Laura Federico, LCSW CST and midwife Morgan Miller, CPM LM (authors of The Cycle Book) to talk about cycle tracking during IVF and infertility, data privacy, sex during infertility, how a midwife can help during an IVF pregnancy, and so much more! It’
Ep 59: How to advocate for your fertility and recognize hormone imbalances with Sam Diamond, Co-Founder of Bird&Be
This week, we’re joined by Sam Diamond, co-founder of Bird&Be, for a conversation about hormone imbalances and why reproductive health should never be treated as just a women’s issue. Sam shares the personal experiences that led her to build Bird&Be, the science behind the brand’s evidence-based fertility supplements and at-home tests, and how products like inositol can support people navigating o
Ep 58: Birth after IVF, part two
We’re so excited to bring you part two of this episode! Kayti continues sharing her birth story after a long journey to pregnancy via IVF. This is part two of a two-part episode (We recommend catching up on the first half if you haven’t already!). Disclaimer: these episodes include discussions of a traumatic birth experience. Please guard your heart and skip them if you’re not in a place to listen
Ep 57: Birth after IVF, part one
Kayti shares her birth story after a long journey to pregnancy via IVF. This is part one of a two-part episode and includes discussions of a traumatic birth experience.This episode is sponsored by Tempdrop, a wearable fertility tracker that collects overnight temperature data to help identify ovulation and cycle patterns, even with irregular cycles.Use code AFFRIEDEGGS for 10% off your own wearabl
Ep 56: Needing donor eggs as the last fertility taboo with Cofounder and CEO of Cofertility, Lauren Makler
This week, we’re joined by Lauren Makler, co-founder and CEO of Cofertility, to talk about the future of egg freezing, egg donation, and fertility access. Lauren shares the personal health journey that inspired her to build Cofertility and explains how the company is making fertility preservation more accessible through its innovative egg-sharing model (and also why she believes egg donation is fe
Ep 55: When to tell people about your IVF transfer
It’s the moment we’ve all waited for: the embryo transfer. Do you tell your family and friends? Do you keep it a secret until you know if it worked, or until the end of the first trimester? In today’s episode, we’re talking about support systems, celebrating small joys, and the emotional labor that comes with sharing your infertility and IVF journey publicly.Today’s episode is brought to you by Te
(extended version) Ep 55: When to tell people about your IVF transfer
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.friedeggspod.comIt's the moment we've all waited for: the embryo transfer. Do you tell your family and friends? Do you keep it a secret until you know if it worked, or until the end of the first trimester? In today's episode, we're talking about support systems, celebrating small joys, and the emotional labor that comes with sharing
(extended version) Ep 54: How to ask your IVF doctor hard questions & Amy's PGT-A results
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.friedeggspod.comIn today’s episode, Amy shares her PGT-A results from her 5th egg retrieval! She also answers listener questions and shares notes from her conversation with her doctor after her egg retrieval. This is an extended, ad-free version of the episode for paying subscribers (aka members of The Broody Club). This podcast exi
Ep 54: How to ask your IVF doctor hard questions & Amy's PGT-A results
In today’s episode, Amy shares her PGT-A results from her 5th egg retrieval! She also answers listener questions and shares notes from her conversation with her doctor after her egg retrieval. Today’s episode is brought to you by Tempdrop, a basal body temperature sensor with an accompanying fertility app to help you identify your fertile window. Use code AFFRIEDEGGS for 10% off your order.This is
Ep 53: Amy recaps her 5th egg retrieval (pt 1)
In today’s episode, Amy shares the results of her 5th IVF egg retrieval. She reflects on her new STIMs protocol, insurance battles to get medications covered, and how this round compared to previous cycles. This is part one of a two-part episode as she waits for PGT-A results. She’ll be answering listener questions about this retrieval in the next episode, so drop any qs you have in the comments!T
Ep 52: A better way to pay for IVF
Today, we’re joined by Angela Rastegar, Co-Founder and CEO of Sunfish (www.joinsunfish.com), a fertility fintech company focused on making family building more financially accessible and a lot less overwhelming.We talk about the surprising and hidden costs of IVF, and how the financial side of fertility care can feel just as overwhelming as the treatments themselves. Angela shares how Sunfish is h
Ep 51: Navigating online misinformation in fertility care with Dr. Lucky Sekhon
We’re so thrilled to welcome Dr. Lucky Sekhon — double-board certified OBGYN and reproductive endocrinologist, fertility expert, educator, and author of The Lucky Egg — on the podcast this week for a conversation that feels like a reset button on everything you’ve heard about fertility.Because let’s be honest: the internet is loud.And not all of it is helping.🥚 What this episode will help you do:*
Ep 50: How infertility has changed us (it's not all bad)
We’re back!! 💛 Welcome to Season 3 and Episode 50 (how did that happen?!). We’re so, so glad you’re here.After a 2 month-ish “break” (read: planning, recording, and recording some more), we’re finally back at the mic for a long overdue catch-up!In episode 50 of the pod, we’re sharing about all the things that have been happening for us this spring, e.g., Amy’s egg retrieval and ongoing insurance s
Bonus: Hot dogs w/ a side of menopur: our conversation with the team behind Costco's IVF announcement
Surprise! Ahead of our Season 3 premiere next week (April 24, mark your calendars and hit follow), we’re dropping a very special bonus episode today. We’re talking about the Costco fertility news everyone’s been buzzing about and how this offering actually works for IVF patients.We first sat down with David Goldhill, the Co-Founder and CEO at Sesame, and then spoke to Lynn Mason, the CEO of IVI RM
Bonus content: Kayti's embryo transfer
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.friedeggspod.comFrom the archives: Today's bonus episode is a flashback to October 2024, the day of Kayti's embryo transfer. After recording an episode for the pod, Amy and Kayti talk about how the transfer went, Kayti's valium nap, and whether she plans to test early or not. For more content, visit www.friedeggspod.com
Bonus content: All the questions Amy asked at her last IVF appointment
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.friedeggspod.comCome hang with us after we hit “stop” on the recording! In the first episode of We Should Cut This, we’re talking AI sperm, IVF insurance chaos, our summer egg retrieval plans, and how to field telemarketers in 2026 (really—one comes to the door during the call). It’s our first unedited, unfiltered bonus content epis
Ep 49: How to care for your mental health while going through IVF with Dr. Sarah Oreck, Founder of Mavida Health
Today, we’re joined by Dr. Sarah Oreck, founder of Mavida Health and a reproductive psychologist specializing in infertility, IVF, pregnancy, and postpartum mental health. We talk about the emotional impact of infertility and fertility treatments, why mental health care is such a critical — and often missing — part of reproductive healthcare, and how therapy and emotional support can improve the f
Ep 48: How infertility impacts our sex lives: are we having fun yet?
Let’s talk about sex, bb — minus the babies. Today’s episode starts a conversation we hope to keep going: how infertility and IVF impact sex and physical intimacy. When everything is timed to ovulation and driven by pressure, how do you keep romance alive?Thank you to our listeners who vulnerably shared their stories — listen through the end of the episode to hear from the community.For more conte
Ep 47: What we'd tell a friend starting IVF
In today’s episode, we’re taking it back to the early days of IVF and sharing what we wish we’d known before our first egg retrieval. 💌 Join the worst club with the best members at www.friedeggspod.comDisclaimer: This episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care This is a public episode.
Ep 46: Resilience, loss, and finding your people with Rosie Nestingen, co-founder of Rebloom Health
Today we’re talking with Rosie Nestingen, co-founder of Rebloom Health, a space for families navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, and adoption loss. Rosie shares her personal journey—from late-term pregnancy loss to having her daughter to navigating secondary infertility—as well as some major health challenges along the way, including a brain aneurysm and surgery.Follow Rosie on social media (h
Ep 45: The year is 2026 and we're still infertile
We’re back for 2026 and diving straight into the deep end of IVF and infertility. In today’s episode, we’re talking about SB 729, Amy’s surrogacy journey, and the very obvious answer to whether we still pee on a stick before every period. We also talk through what might be coming in 2026 for our fertility journeys—possible egg retrievals, mounting insurance nonsense, balancing postpartum hormones,
Ep 44: Egg freezing, sunscreen, and owning your fertility with Dr. Jaime Knopman, Director of Fertility Preservation at CCRM New York
Should you freeze your eggs in your 20s? How many rounds should you do? Why don't more OBGYNs talk about fertility preservation as health care? Today, we're asking key questions about egg freezing and getting answers from one of the top experts in the field, Jaime Knopman, MD.Dr. Jaime Knopman is a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and Director of Fertility Preservation at CCRM Fertilit
Ep 43: Surviving another year of infertility and ivf (✌️2025)
2025 came at us hard. Kayti navigated life with a newborn, Amy faced the unpredictable world of surrogacy, and together we kept running the IVF and infertility marathon. In this episode, we reflect on the lessons this year taught us — the emotional highs and lows, the moments of resilience, and the ways we’ve grown stronger and softer in equal measure.We share practical strategies for handling inf
Ep 42: Learning to love our bodies during (and after) IVF
In this episode, we spill the truth about how infertility and IVF mess with our body image, from surprise weight shifts to feeling like we don't recognize our own bodies. We’re keeping it honest, funny, and real, celebrating the ways our bodies are resilient while still owning that it’s okay to want a few tweaks. Plus, we share our favorite self-care hacks (everything shower, anyone?) and why
Ep 41: Acupuncture for fertility with Dr Sarah Bentolila, DAIM, L.Ac
Our favorite acupuncturist — and Kayti’s personal fertility fairy godmother — is on the pod today! Dr. Bento (Dr. Sarah Bentolila), DAIM, L.Ac, who treated Kayti for two years and played a huge role in helping her get pregnant, joins us for a deep and grounded conversation about acupuncture for fertility.We get into all the big questions: how acupuncture supports IVF and infertility, how Chinese h
Ep 40: The one where we cry a lot: canceled cycles, pregnant friends, and our holiday plans
We’re crying, we’re laughing, and we’re surviving the holidays without losing it. Amy’s egg retrieval got canceled (spoiler: insurance companies can kick rocks), and we’re talking getting lapped by friends with pregnancy announcements, plus all the messy emotions infertility brings. We get real about feeling left behind, share how we find small joys, practice self-care, binge our favorite holiday
Ep 39: Kick-starting IVF–How to choose your clinic & what your embryologist wants you to know with Embryologist Allison Anderson
Our favorite embryologist is back! Allison Anderson is here to kick off a new real-time IVF series as Amy begins another cycle. We’re starting at square one: how to choose the right clinic, doctor, and embryology lab, and how to communicate with the team who will be caring for your embryos. Allison demystifies what actually happens in the lab, shares empowering patient advocacy tips, along with fu
Ep 38: Tarot, fertility & the power of intuition with actor and tarot reader Ferin Petrelli
🎃 It’s Halloween, and the vibes are mystical. ✨ This week, Amy and Kayti welcome the enchanting Ferin Petrelli — actor, writer, intuitive, and tarot card reader — for a conversation that blends fertility talk with a touch of the magical.Ferin shares her experience with egg freezing, the deeply personal story behind why she chose to do it, and how we can use intuition, spirituality, and a dash of c
Ep 37: How to balance work and IVF - plus other listener questions
This week on the FriedEggs podcast, we’re answering listener questions like when to seek out a doctor for infertility, coping strategies during the two-week wait, and how to manage work with IVF. ⭐️ If the pod has helped you feel seen, please follow and rate us on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. It helps others in the infertility community find us!💌 Subscribe to our weekly newsletter “Everyone’s gett
Ep 36: What we regret trying for infertility (liver, red light, and more)
This week on the FriedEggs podcast, we’re diving into the weird and wonderful world of liver juice, supplements, red light therapy, and a nostalgic throwback to the Preseed era (life before fertility treatments, iykyk). Amy shares the new therapy she’s trying for her hip and how IVF makes it nearly impossible to deal with any other medical issue because, honestly, who has the time? Plus, Kayti cel
Ep 35: Listener stories: donor eggs, early menopause, clinic closures, and an unexpected cancer diagnosis
Today’s episode is a very special one—we’re sharing more of your stories on the pod, and we’re so honored that you trusted us with them. These stories cover the full spectrum of this journey: donor eggs, missed miscarriage, menopause, cancer diagnoses, and everything in between. Your courage and honesty on this brutal, beautiful, complicated road are nothing short of inspiring.Our hearts are with
Ep 34: "I'm a mommy!" —Kayti's back from mat leave & Amy shares a surrogacy update
We’re back! 🙌 This week on FriedEggs pod, we’re catching up on summer breaks, Amy’s surrogacy updates, and how Kayti’s settling into motherhood after the birth of her IVF baby and maternity leave. We also get into infertility realities, the small but important practice of letting ourselves feel joy, and the ongoing mess of insurance barriers. Plus, a look at what’s ahead for the pod this fall—more
Ep 33: Navigating Genetic Complications, Fragile X, BRCA, IVF and Marken’s Story
Amy sits down with her longtime friend Marken Greenwood Bellows to share her journey through an unexpected diagnosis of a Fragile X premutation and primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) at just 36. Together, they unpack the emotional rollercoaster of infertility and IVF, how the FMR1 gene premutation impacts fertility and risk for POI, and the reality of navigating the financial and insurance barrie
Ep 32: How to find a surrogate with Carly Joseph
This week, Amy chats with Carly Joseph (https://www.carlypjoseph.com/), a Surrogacy Concierge, about the real side of surrogacy—especially when it comes to choosing between an agency and a concierge model. Carly shares her winding journey from IVF heartbreaks to finding the right surrogacy path, and why the concierge approach can make all the difference. From the importance of consultations to pre
Ep 31: Secondary infertility with Aliza Sir of Platonic Love
Amy has a deep and real chat with Aliza Sir on navigating the complex realities of infertility, IVF, miscarriage, secondary infertility, and Asherman’s syndrome. Aliza is the co-founder of the beloved Platonic Love newsletter, a beautiful, smart, heartfelt project all about friendship and connection.🔗 Read Platonic Love here: https://platonicloveletter.substack.com/📩 Subscribe to their newsletter:
Ep 30: Pregnancy after IVF
In this episode, we dive into pregnancy after infertility and IVF. Kayti gets real about the emotional rollercoaster that follows a positive test as she awaits the arrival of her first child – the anxiety, the gratitude, the shifting expectations, and all the unexpected emotional challenges that come with a long-awaited pregnancy.This conversation is an honest look at the messy middle. It’s raw an
Ep 29: Amy's surrogacy update, Kayti takes maternity leave, and announcing summer break for the pod
In this episode of the FriedEggs Podcast, we share some personal updates. Amy talks about where things are at in her surrogacy journey, and Kayti reflects on the final weeks of pregnancy as she prepares for maternity leave. We also share our plans for a short summer break and what’s ahead for the podcast while Kayti steps away. This is part one of a two-part conversation.✨ If FriedEggs has helped
Ep 28: IVF abroad, chronic endometriosis, and running a "zoo" with Ali Ramos
In this episode of the FriedEggs Podcast, we chat with Ali Ramos about living in Costa Rica, doing IVF abroad, and her history with endometriosis. We also cover pregnancy after IVF, male factor infertility, and PGT-M testing. Enjoy! ❤️Ali is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and the founder of Nueva Rama Wellness (https://www.nuevaramawellness.com/). Follow her on Instagram and Tiktok at @itsthat
Ep 27: Listener voice notes on IVF, infertility, miscarriages, and more
Happy National Egg Day! Today’s episode is a special one—we’re sharing your stories for the very first time on the pod. We’re so honored and grateful to everyone who called in. It takes real courage to speak openly about this brutal, beautiful, complicated road, and we don’t take that lightly.Our hearts are with each and every one of you. We love you so much.A gentle heads-up: today’s episode incl
Ep 26: Author Jared Walker on writing about grief and infertility
Order your copy of The Empty Nest on Amazon or TikTok shop: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.empty.nest.boIn this episode of FriedEggs, we sit down with Jared Walker, author of The Empty Nest—hands down one of the best books on infertility and grief. Jared gets real about the male infertility experience (because yes, guys feel all the feels too) and the messy, complicated emotions that both partners
Ep 25: Same eggs, new basket: Amy opens up about surrogacy and next steps
In this follow-up episode, Amy shares part two of her IVF update—including what comes next after uncovering chronic uterine infections that may have been impacting her fertility for years. We talk about the emotional weight of finally having answers, the quiet relief of clarity, and the strength it takes to pivot.Amy opens up about the decision to explore surrogacy—not as a last resort, but as a d
Ep 24: Male fertility and sperm health with WeNatal Founders Ronit Menashe & Vida Delrahim
Fertility isn’t a solo mission—and this week on the pod, we’re talking about what it really means to show up as a team. We’re joined by Ronit Menashe and Vida Delrahim, the co-founders of WeNatal, a doctor-backed prenatal supplement brand that’s putting male fertility and sperm health where it belongs: at the center of the conversation.We cover what sets WeNatal apart—clean, bioavailable supplemen
Ep 23: What is the EMMA/ALICE test? Amy finally gets some answers about what's happening in her uterus
In this deeply personal episode, Amy shares her EMMA/ALICE test results—and what they revealed about chronic uterine infections that may have been silently impacting her body since her miscarriage two and a half years ago. We talk about the emotional whiplash of paying $1,200 out of pocket for a test insurance won’t cover, the frustrating standard of care for Asherman’s syndrome, and how this newl
Ep 22: Is National Infertility Awareness Week more than a hashtag? (we want insurance coverage, not balloon arches)
In today’s episode, we’re unpacking Infertility Awareness Week—what it means, who it’s for, and whether awareness alone is really enough. From saving pregnancy tests to spotting hypocrisy in political messaging, we’re talking about the personal and political sides of trying to conceive in 2025.Other topics we cover include green couches and millennial beige, why everyone needs a support animal dur
Ep 21: Needle phobia and using gofundme to pay for IVF with Hannah Gerber
Use FRIEDEGGS15 for 15% off your first order at https://daybird.co/!In today’s episode, we sit down with our friend Hannah Gerber (@yourgirlhg) as she shares about her infertility "safari"—the twists, setbacks, and lessons learned along the way. She opens up about one of her biggest challenges with starting IVF: needle phobia. If the thought of daily injections makes you queasy, you’re not alone.
Ep 20: Pelvic floor health & why vibrators are better than kegals with Dr. Rachel Gelman
In today's episode, we sit down to chat with Dr. Rachel Gelman, a pelvic floor specialist, AASECT-certified sexuality counselor, and founder of Pelvic Wellness & Physical Therapy in San Francisco. She shares insights on:What the pelvic floor is and how it impacts overall health for both men and womenWhy kegels aren’t always the answer—and what to do instead Reasons why so many of us have issue
Ep 19: Should you have sex before an embryo transfer? (listener q&a part 2)
Today we're back with Part 2 of our IVF Q&A, answering more of your questions! We're talking about what to pack when you're traveling for IVF (heating pad, heating pad, heating pad!), how we really feel about sharing our journey so publicly, and the often uncomfortable topic of keeping sex meaningful during infertility.🤩 If you enjoy the podcast, please follow and rate the show on Spotify and
Ep 18: Should you get a second opinion about your IVF treatment? (Listener Q&A part 1)
In today's episode, we're spilling the IVF tea and tackling your top listener questions in a fun Q&A! We chat about why second (and third!) opinions can be game-changers, whether acupuncture is worth the hype, and what really goes down during IVF treatments. Plus, we break down monitoring appointments, hormonally active cysts (ugh, right?), and the emotional rollercoaster of it all. Our bigges
Ep 17: Functional & naturopathic medicine for fertility with Dr. Rachel Low
Take 20% off Foundations of Fertility with code FRIEDEGGSWe’re back with an exciting episode featuring Dr. Rachel Low, a licensed naturopathic physician specializing in holistic and integrative fertility. She helps individuals and couples at every stage of their fertility journey—from preconception care to overcoming fertility challenges naturally to improving IVF outcomes. She sees patients in Sa
Ep 16: Knocked up by science (Kayti's embryo transfer results)
🚨TW for today’s episode: If you’re in the thick of a transfer, waiting for beta results, or just not in the headspace for pregnancy news, please take care of yourself. We love you, we see you, and we’ll be here whenever you’re ready. 💛This episode is a BIG one! We’re diving into everything embryo transfer—how it went, what the wait was like (spoiler: absolute torture), and the emotional rollercoas
Ep 15: Amy tries PRP to help with Asherman's Syndrome
🎉 We’re BACK for Season 2 of the FriedEggs Pod—and we couldn’t be more excited! We’ve missed this little corner of the internet, and we have so much to catch up on.In this episode, we spill all the updates on their IVF and infertility journeys. Amy shares the latest in her ongoing battle with Asherman’s syndrome, including her eighth surgery (yes, EIGHTH 😵💫), the discovery of retained placenta ti
We're back!! Announcing Season 2 of the FriedEggs Podcast 🪩
In today’s episode, we check in from Los Angeles, where wildfires have caused devastating destruction across the city. We discuss how we’re holding up, how the community is coping, and share some updates about what’s ahead for the FriedEggs Podcast in 2025.Our hearts are with everyone in Los Angeles during this incredibly difficult time. We’re wishing you safety, strength, and moments of rest in t
Ep 14: Surviving the holidays when you're still not pregnant
Welcome back to the FriedEggs Podcast, a podcast about IVF and infertility hosted by two friends in sunny Los Angeles.Today, we’re closing out 2024 with our final episode of the year—can you believe it’s already here? We’re diving into a topic that can be especially tough: navigating the holidays and year-end when you hoped to be pregnant but aren’t.From handling those inevitable, sometimes insens
Ep 13: How much of IVF can we truly control?
Welcome back to the FriedEggs Podcast, a podcast about IVF and infertility hosted by two friends in sunny Los Angeles.As we prepare to wrap up season one of the podcast and take a few weeks off for the holidays, we pulled one of our favorite unpublished conversations out of the archives to share today. While we recorded this earlier (note that Amy has already completed her 4th egg retrieval, and w
Ep 12: Inside the lab with Senior Embryologist Allison Anderson
Welcome to a very special episode of the FriedEggs Podcast—our first-ever guest episode! Today, we’re thrilled to introduce Allison Anderson, an experienced embryologist from the Bay Area with over a decade of expertise in both the lab and patient care. Alli brings her unique insights into what really happens in the IVF lab, helping listeners understand the complex, behind-the-scenes processes tha
Ep 11: 5 common questions we get about IVF
Happy Tuesday, eggies! In today's episode, we're chatting about the most common questions we get from family, friends, and strangers about IVF. Like, "How long does IVF take?" and "What are you guys talking about when you say 'STIMS'?" or "Where are our partners through all of this, and how do they support us during daily treatments?" We also share our Halloween costumes and chat briefly about the
Ep 10: Mental health and IVF
Today's episode is short (not sweet!) as we dive into the topic of mental health and IVF. Why isn't mental health talked about more for people going through IVF? Why don't our clinics warn us about how fluctuating hormones, medications, failed cycles, and the stress of treatments can impact our emotional and mental well-being? We hope to do a longer episode with a therapist on this topic, but for
Ep 9: Learning to let go of IVF timelines
Today, we're talking about the messy middle, "false summits," and letting go of IVF timelines—whatever that means. If you're on this journey with us, remember you're not alone! Sending love and strength to our fellow IVF gals. xoWe need your help to get the word out about the pod! Please “follow” and “rate" the show on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! 🫶Intro music by FogChaser Disclaimer: The content p
Ep 8: The cost of IVF is criminal (how we cope)
Today's episode is a bit longer as we discuss the cost of IVF, unforeseen fees from canceled cycles, and the general state of fertility coverage in the United States. If you're on this journey with us, remember you're not alone! Sending love and strength to our fellow IVF gals. xoWe need your help to get the word out about the pod! Please “follow” and “rate" the show on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
Ep 7: All the things we've tried to get pregnant
Legs in the air? Check. Supplements we can't pronounce? Check. Eating pineapple and liver? Check check. Today’s episode covers all of the fun and wacky (and witchy!) things we’ve done to try to get pregnant. 😝 Enjoy!! xIntro music by FogChaser // Audio editing and mixing by Matt Pereira of LiemaDisclaimer: The content provided in this episode of FriedEggs Podcast is intended for informational and
Ep 6: How to support friends going through IVF
How do you support someone going through IVF? Today's episode is for friends & family who want to support their loved ones going through fertility treatments. 🫶If you’re also on this infertility/IVF journey, remember: you’re doing great, and you’ve got this. xxIntro music by FogChaser This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes
Ep 5: How to have joy while going through IVF
Today's episode is a special one as we dive into the complexities of grief and the many emotions experienced while going through infertility and IVF. We also chat about joy (or try to!), read our friendship horoscope, and share the activities we’re doing for joy this fall. 🍁Love to you all!! If you’re also on this infertility/IVF journey, you’re doing great, and you’ve got this. xoIntro music by F
Ep 4: Benched by an ovarian cyst (WTF)
We’re diving into the unforeseen costs of IVF, specifically the extra fees for canceled cycles (wtf!) and how society often shames women for spending money on fertility treatments. We also talk about gut feelings, how to trust your own voice, and a new diagnosis: ovarian cysts. Buckle up! It’s a good one. As always, love to you all. If you’re on this infertility/IVF journey too, you’re doing great
Ep 3: Why we can't get pregnant
Today's episode answers some of the bigger questions, like who we are, how we know each other, how many embryos we each have, and why in the world we can’t get pregnant. A small note: we briefly discuss sex and gender in this episode about finding out the “genders” of our embryos. This is a common theme in IVF, and “gender” is often the chosen term when discussing male/female embryos in the IVF wo
Ep 2: Waiting for egg retrieval results (and how to not go crazy)
Hi friends!We are beyond grateful for the support and love we have received after dropping our first episode last week. Your texts, comments, social shares, and ratings on Apple/Spotify left us feeling so loved and supported. It’s safe to say: we’re actually doing this—so thank you for being one of our first listeners!Also: We’re now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Please “follow” and “rate” the sh
Ep 1: IVF hunger games (no egg is safe)
Welcome to the first-ever episode of FriedEggs Podcast, a podcast about infertility and IVF hosted by two friends going through fertility treatments in Los Angeles, CA. In today’s episode, we chat about the IVF hunger games (where no egg is safe, truly), infertility Reddit threads, and how to cope with the attrition rates during egg retrievals (it's brutal out here). Links discussed in today&#
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🍳 Welcome to The FriedEggs IVF Podcast – where fertility gets funny, real, and just a little bit fried. Hosted by Amy Salke and Kayti Christian – two IVF warriors with a lot of opinions and even more hormones – we're serving up hot takes and hard truths about making babies the science-y way.New episodes drop every week(ish) on Tuesdays, where we crack open everything IVF: injections, embryo tr
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