Real-life uncut stories of infertility survivors & expert advice that validates, educates, & creates a community where no one is left silently suffering. Your host is Monique, an IVF-mom to one, entrepreneur, and women’s health advocate. Join us as we amplify infertility awareness, heal, & end the stigmas!
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Trying to get pregnant? Need vital information on fertility and reproduction? Then tune into "HaveABaby.com Live" with host Kim Hahn, brought to you by the Sher Institutes for Reproductive Medicine. From enhanced embryo selection and male infertility to third party reproduction and pre-implantation genetic diagnosis, Kim Hahn and the doctors from the Sher Institutes cover the questions and concerns couples face when they are trying to have a family. "HaveABaby.com Live" with host Kim Hahn br ...
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If you wanted to get pregnant yesterday, but you're confused and overwhelmed by all the noise on the internet, then this is the right podcast for you. Hosted by Dr. Adrienne Wei, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM), functional medicine practitioner, and functional nutritionist. Here, you'll find zero fluffy, useless information or rah-rah motivation. You'll only find practical strategies and "how-tos" for identify ...
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Misconception: a Gaia Family podcast is your go-to podcast for all things family building. From the early stages of understanding your fertility, to the hurdles of trying to conceive, Misconception opens the doors to what it really means to build a family. Hosted by Amber Izzo, IVF patient, advocate, and campaigner, each week, we talk to people who have lived it, and the people who make it happen. New episodes released every Tuesday! Thanks for listening. Follow us @gaiafamilyofficial. www.g ...
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Overcome infertility, get pregnant, and have a happy healthy family. TO BOOK A FREE DISCOVERY CALL, PRIVATE FERTILITY COACHING CALL, or BOOK AN IN-PERSON APPOINTMENT TO SEE DR PENTLAND ON SALT SPRING ISLAND visit - https://drspencepentland.com/
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Welcome to "Fertile Talks," the ultimate podcast for anyone navigating the complex world of fertility. Hosted by renowned fertility specialist Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa, this podcast delves into the latest advancements in reproductive medicine, shares inspiring patient stories, and offers expert advice on everything from IVF to surrogacy. Join Dr. Famuyiwa as she demystifies fertility treatments, discusses the emotional and physical challenges of the journey, and empowers listeners with the knowledg ...
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Beat Infertility is a twice weekly podcast where we get real about infertility, empower you to take back control, and provide you with hope for the future. On Mondays, we feature interviews with infertility warriors. On Fridays, we feature interviews with experts. We cover the whole range of infertility diagnoses, including Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, diminished ovarian reserve / premature ovarian failure, luteal phase defects, male factor infertility, multiple/recurrent ...
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In this unfiltered podcast about infertility, journalist and mom-of-two Ali Prato, who went through secondary infertility and IVF herself, talks to women—and some men—about the messy, frustrating, painful, heartbreaking, absurd and sometimes humorous journey to have a baby. Or in some cases, to not have a baby. Each episode tells a different story about family building, getting real about miscarriages, egg freezing, sperm and egg donation, IUIs, endometriosis, male factor infertility, adopti ...
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The Fertility Dietitian | Functional Fertility Info in your Ears
Brooke Boskovich | CEO & Founder of The Fertility Dietitian
Brooke Boskovich is a Functional Medicine Dietitian specializing in Fertility and this is The Fertility Dietitian Podcast where she helps couples uncover the barriers that are preventing them from optimizing their fertility & teaches you how to work with your body to finally take home a healthy baby. Each week she will be diving into different topics on fertility and sharing her perspective on physiology, metabolic health, nutrition & lifestyle approaches that have helped hundreds of couples ...
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Welcome to the I Am African podcast by Verastic! On this podcast, we will authentically share our stories, and we will celebrate, inspire, and demand excellence. We will ask the difficult questions, start the uncomfortable conversations, and propose the outside-the-box solutions. Why? Because it's like our parents used to tell us when we were kids: those that are doing it don't have two heads. Get comfortable.Let's connect:Instagram: @iamafricanpodcast | Twitter: @iamafricanpod | Facebook: I ...
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Nurturary for Fertility - Fertility Support | Embryo Adoption | Conceive Naturally | IVF
Jazman A. | Holistic Fertility Health Coach
Fertility support | Holistic fertility care | Natural ways to increase fertility | Embryo Adoption Have you been trying to conceive for years with no success? Do you feel frustrated, broken, or hopeless because your fertility journey isn’t going the way you imagined? Believe me, I get it. I know what it’s like to feel heartbreak and despair each time you look at a pregnancy test and don’t see two pink lines. My husband and I have been on this fertility journey for over 11 years, and by the g ...
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Navigating the worlds of infertility, pregnancy, & postpartum is hard to do alone. Tune in each week for expert knowledge, guidance, support, & resources from my guests & me! Whatever support you need during your reproductive journey(s), you'll find it all right here. I am a former infertility warrior, high-risk pregnancy survivor, & mama to twin toddlers, so I have the first-hand personal & professional experience to help guide you through your journeys.
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The most important factor to a healthy well-being is feeling connected. From There, To Here is a podcast that will infuse strength, positivity and a sense of community into your life. We discuss significant topics that explore our personal journeys From There, To Here, as well as feature insightful guests’ stories. Meet Shannon Shannon is an anxiety driven, overthinking, perfectionist who stresses over not b eing perfect. She is blessed to be a mom of three miracles. Her oldest is adopted ou ...
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Hi. I'm Alice. After my own fertility journey I wanted to support and empower other people facing one too. I needed: powerful tools to cope crucial information must have mindset hacks connection to a community who got it So, on board my podcast the Life Raft this is what you'll find. It's a totally safe space, so you can get cosy and listen to warm, honest, sometimes funny, inspiring and uplifting conversations with leading life coaches; mindset experts, thought leaders, real life patients p ...
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L.A. Real Estate Agent Kati Cattaneo on IVF, Hydrosalpinx, and the wildfires that destroyed her Palisades home
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30:15On today's episode, Ali is joined by Kati Cattaneo—Los Angeles real estate agent, influencer, storyteller, and IVF warrior—for a convo that blends heart, humor, and resilience. Kati opens up about the real and sometimes awkward parts of trying to conceive (“I kinda got crazy with my husband about timing things… and he was like, ‘What the heck—sex i…
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The Quest for Fertility: Dr. Famuyiwa’s Upcoming Book and the Stories Behind It (Episode 65)
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15:31Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this special episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Famuyiwa shares an exciting announcement—the upcoming release of her new book, The Quest for Fertility. A true labor of love years in the making, …
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Television Host and Podcaster Erica Cobb on Infertility, Surrogacy, and the Power of Spirit
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32:07Today, Ali joined by the multifaceted Erica Cobb—TV host, podcaster, and self-proclaimed “eternal optimist”—as she shares her raw and powerful journey through infertility, IVF, and surrogacy. Erica opens up about the challenges she’s faced so far, including a tumor on her pituitary gland, blocked fallopian tubes, and the emotional toll of hearing, …
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Rebecca Flick of RESOLVE on Her Infertility + IVF Journey, the MTHFR Gene, and the Power of Advocacy
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49:36Today, Ali sits down with a true powerhouse in the infertility community: Rebecca Flick, Chief External Affairs Officer at RESOLVE, who has spent the past 20 years advocating for fertility patients nationwide. Rebecca opens up about her own deeply personal infertility journey, including her diagnosis of premature ovarian failure (and how that langu…
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When Childhood Illness Impacts Fertility: Understanding Mumps Orchitis (Episode 64)
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12:07Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this informative episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Famuyiwa explores the little-known connection between childhood mumps infection and male infertility. Mumps orchitis—an inflammation of the te…
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Hopeful Mama Foundation Founder Emily Patel on How She's Bringing Books about ART, IVF and more into Public and School Libraries
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14:36It's World IVF Day! Today, Ali is talking to her friend and former Infertile AF guest, Emily Patel, about The Hopeful Families Collection, Emily's new initiative to bring books into public and school libraries to celebrate the many ways families are created, including assisted reproductive technology (ART), adoption, surrogacy, and donor conception…
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What's New and Innovative in Sperm Donation, with Dylan Morgan of Cascade Cryobank, a forward-thinking sperm bank
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18:57On this expert minisode, Dylan Morgan of Cascade Cryobank, a sperm bank based in Washington, talks about innovations and recent happenings in the world of sperm donation. Cascade Cryobank was founded in response to the need for safe, high-quality donor sperm that has emerged in recent years. Their mission is to recruit outstanding donors and to pro…
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From ICU to Insight: A Functional Medicine Approach to Fertility, Immunity, and Recovery with Dr. Anna Sattah (Episode 63)
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26:14Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this transformative episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa is joined by Dr. Anna Sattah, a former ICU doctor turned functional medicine specialist, to explore how chronic inflammation,…
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Infertility, child loss and surrogacy advocate Keri Croft on 16 years of infertility, her two earthside babies, losing three girls, and finding her dream surrogate
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42:07Meet Keri Croft, an infertility, child loss and surrogacy advocate who went through 16 years of infertility. On today's ep, Keri tells Ali all about her family building journey, which includes having her son, and also the devastating loss of her first girl, Angel, who was missing part of her cerebellum. "It was a horrible, horrible decision to have…
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Zach and Alexandra French on surviving breast cancer, navigating surrogacy and giving back via their nonprofit, The Surrogacy Foundation
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57:40Today, Ali is talking to Zach and Alexandra French, the founders of the nonprofit organization The Surrogacy Foundation, whose mission "isn't just to raise funds, but to propel surrogacy into the mainstream." Zach and Alexandra share their entire family building story, from how they met and got together to having their first child without Assisted …
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Breaking the Silence: Understanding and Treating Male Factor Infertility (Episode 62)
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The Protein Mistake That’s Silently Sabotaging Your Fertility [EP 40]
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18:07Protein is one of the most overlooked and misunderstood macronutrients in the fertility world. In this episode, I explain the common protein mistake that is silently sabotaging your fertility. Listen in to learn the science behind protein, the best sources for protein, and how to increase your protein intake. Show Notes: How can protein intake affe…
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Dr. Nirali Jain, RE at RMA, on the Importance of Fertility Preservation for Cancer Patients
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16:01Today, Ali is talking to Dr. Nirali Jain, a Reproductive Endocrinologist at RMA, about the importance of fertility preservation for cancer patients. "I do feel like the system failed us a little bit, and I tell all my patients when they come in for their first visit, your entire life, you learned how to not get pregnant, and you never thought you'd…
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Yes, you read that right! In this bittersweet finale, your favorite hosts are putting down their mics (at least for now) to focus on what matters most: spending quality time with their little ones. Join us for a hilarious and heartwarming farewell as we reminisce about the journey we've shared over the last three seasons. In this episode you’ll hea…
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Endo, IVF, miscarriage, secondary infertility and pregnancy after loss with Fertility Coach Julia Midwinter
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33:52On this episode, Ali talks to Julia Midwinter, a Fertility and Pregnancy Mindset Coach who supports women struggling to conceive or who are pregnant after IVF or miscarriage. Julia shares her own infertility journey, including her diagnosis of endometriosis, her five year journey to conceive her son through IVF, and her two miscarriages. She talks …
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A Holistic Approach to IVF: Christina’s Story [EP 39]
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59:47Christina and her husband had been trying to get pregnant for about three years before we met. Christina shares her experience in the Master Your Fertility Program and how adding to your support team can benefit the ultimate outcome of having a healthy baby. Listen to this episode to learn how nutrition and lifestyle changes helped Christina with h…
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Thyroid Clarity: How Hidden Imbalances Can Disrupt Fertility with Dr. Dana Gibbs (Episode 61)
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24:58Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this eye-opening episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Famuyiwa welcomes thyroid specialist Dr. Dana Gibbs to explore how undiagnosed or mismanaged thyroid conditions—especially Hashimoto’s thyroid…
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Fertility and Family Building for LGBTQ+ and Solo Parents, with midwife and Pregnant Together Founder Marea Goodman
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32:54Today, Ali is talking to Marea Goodman, licensed midwife, author, and founder of PregnantTogether, a virtual community supporting queer folks and solo parents from preconception through parenting. Marea co-authored the book, Baby Making for Everybody–Fertility and Family Building for LGBTQ+ and Solo Parents, and today, they share their family build…
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Tubal Clarity and Patient Readiness: HyFoSy, AMH, and the New Fertility Standard with Francisco Arredondo, MD (Episode 60)
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33:47Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! Today, Dr. Famuyiwa welcomes pioneering fertility specialist and entrepreneur Dr. Paco Arredondo for a wide-ranging conversation on transforming fertility care. From rethinking how we approach…
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Everything You Need to Know About Preserving Your Reproductive Tissues with Generations CryoVault Co-Founder Courtney Dennewitz
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33:56It's another Expert Minisode! Did you know that when it comes to storing your reproductive tissue—including eggs, sperm, and embryos—you have a choice? Most clinics automatically store your tissues—or hand you off to their partner. But guess what? It doesn’t have to be that way. Today, Ali is talking to Courtney Dennewitz, Chief Operations Officer …
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Unexplained Infertility to Pregnant: Christine’s Story [EP 38]
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33:51Christine is a graduate of the Master Your Fertility Program. She and her husband tried naturally for years before joining the MYF program. Christine had worked with other providers on gut health, but there were missing pieces for fertility support. Listen in to learn the biggest changes Christine & her husband made on their journey to the BFP. "Be…
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Hashimoto’s and Fertility: When Your Immune System Turns on Your Thyroid (Episode 59)
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Surrogate Whitney and her husband, Geremi, on Family Building with ConceiveAbilities
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32:25On today's episode, Ali talks to Whitney, a surrogate, and her husband, Geremi, about working with ConceiveAbilities, a leading egg donor and surrogacy agency. When people think about surrogacy, they often focus on the surrogate herself—but what about her partner? The truth is, a strong, supportive partner can make all the difference. Emotional str…
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When Bleeding Disorders Meet Fertility: Understanding Von Willebrand Disease and IVF (Episode 58)
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Dr. Molly Quinn of HRC on Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
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21:30Welcome back to another expert minisode! Today Ali is talking to Dr. Molly Quinn, is a Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility specialist with HRC Fertility. Dr, Quinn prioritizes direct communication with patients and will always make herself available to patients for any questions, and today, she is answering ALL the things about Recurrent Pre…
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The Role of Blood Sugar in Fertility [EP 37]
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14:43In today’s episode, I talk about the role that blood sugar plays in fertility. Learn the relationship between high cortisol and insulin resistance, and why we don't want to over-restrict carbs. Find out the signs of imbalanced blood sugar and what you can do to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Show Notes: The role of blood sugar in fertility Wh…
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Supplements & PCOS: What You Need to Know About Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, and Fertility (Episode 57)
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Emmy-nominated comedian and actress Riki Lindhome on Infertility, IVF, Adoption and Surrogacy
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54:00Do not miss our celeb guest today! Ali is talking to the incredible Riki Lindome, a prolific, Emmy nominated comedian and actress from Knives Out; Wednesday; The Big Bang Theory; her musical duo, Garfunkel and Oates; and her one-woman show about her infertility journey, Dead Inside. Riki gets real with Ali about her family building journey, includi…
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Top Tips for Managing Endometriosis Holistically [EP 36]
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14:51Tune in to learn my top tips for managing endometriosis holistically. One-third of infertility cases are thought to involve endometriosis. Learn symptoms, triggers, and how to manage endometriosis with more than birth control and pain medication. "A major part of supporting estrogen balance is supporting gut health." - Brooke Boskovich. SUBSCRIBE T…
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Caitlin Trabert on Multiple Miscarriages, IVF Heartbreaks, Her Miracle Baby—And Being Pregnant Again
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48:33Today, Ali sits down with her dear friend and Fertility Rally member, Caitlin Trabert, for a raw and powerful conversation about her long and deeply emotional path to parenthood. Caitlin opens up about the heartbreak of multiple pregnancies and subsequent losses, her husband's balanced translocation, and the toll of IVF—physically, emotionally, and…
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PCOS is the most common cause of female fertility challenges. In this episode, I explain how to find your root cause drivers of PCOS and how to best manage it. Listen to this episode to learn which types of PCOS you have and the risk factors of PCOS for fertility and overall health if it’s not managed accordingly. "PCOS is responsible for up to 90%…
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Finding the Sweet Spot: Exercise and Fertility Explained (Episode 56)
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70. Guest Interview with Al-x: Female to Male
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1:04:32In episode 70 of the From There, To Here, we welcome the incredible Al-x, a brave soul who shares his journey of self-discovery and transformation. Born as Amy, Al-x opens up about his childhood experiences, feeling different from a young age, and the struggles that came with trying to fit into societal expectations as a female. He candidly discuss…
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"So Now What?" author Lana Manikowski on IUIs, IVF, and thriving as a Childless Not by Choice Advocate
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48:29Today, Ali is talking to Lana Manikowski, a fellow Chicagoan, a certified life coach and the author of "So Now What?" -- a roadmap to help you create a life you love without the children you always dreamed about. Lana tells Ali about her years-long infertility journey, starting with an "unexplained infertility" diagnosis and 7 IUIs. Lana explains m…
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Managing Hashimoto's Thyroiditis for Fertility [EP 34]
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9:20Host Brooke Boskovich has Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and Celiac’s Disease. She knows from firsthand experience that treating Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and other autoimmune disorders requires a personalized approach. Listen to this episode to learn how Hashimoto's Thyroiditis affects fertility, how to manage Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, and what biological f…
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Donor IVF: What Happens Next? A Step-by-Step Guide (Episode 55)
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14:45Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this powerful episode, Dr. Famuyiwa walks us through the deeply personal and clinical journey of donor IVF. From the emotional shock of discovering the need for donor eggs to the practical …
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Surrogacy mama Libby Wicks on ectopic pregnancies, surrogacy and NewGen Families, the agency that helped her bring home a baby girl
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56:02Today Ali is talking to Libby Wicks, a surrogacy mama who went through a five-plus year struggle to have her baby girl. Libby talks about her not one, but two ectopic pregnancies, her emergency tube removal, and being diagnosed (wrongly, she would find out much later) with Asherman's Syndrome. She also talks about IVF and how her infertility journe…
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Folate vs. Folic Acid for Fertility [EP 33]
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23:20Folate is an unnecessarily controversial nutrient. In this episode, I explain why we need folic acid and the difference between folate and folic acid. Learn how folate works with other nutrients, which foods have folate, and the negative side effects of unmetabolized folic acid. Show Notes: What the difference is between folate and folic acid Why w…
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Hidden Barrier: How Tuberculosis Can Impact Fertility (Episode 54)
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10:46Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! In this revealing episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa shines a light on a little-known cause of infertility: tuberculosis (TB). While TB is often associated with the lungs, it can sile…
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69. Guest Interview with Abby Green - The Miracles of Down Syndrome
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1:03:12In this heartfelt and enlightening episode, we explore the theme of relinquishing control. Our guest, Abby, is the co-host of the Herself Podcast and a mother of three. She describes herself as having a Type A personality. Little did she know that her third child would put this trait to the test. Following two smooth pregnancies, Abby discovers she…
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"Normalize It" and "I Had a Miscarriage" author Jessica Zucker, PhD
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40:59Dr. Jessica Zucker is a Los Angeles-based psychologist specializing in reproductive and maternal mental health. Today, Ali is talking to Jessica about her new book, "Normalize It," her first book, "I Had a Miscarriage," and Jessica's own infertility journey, including a devastating pregnancy loss at 16 weeks. "I felt like I was living in a document…
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Signs Your Egg Quality Needs A Boost [EP 32]
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13:33How do we know if our egg quality is improving? And even before that, how do we know if our egg quality needs to be improved? In this episode, you will learn what signs mean that your egg quality needs a boost. Listen in to learn how oxidative stress and your diet can affect your egg quality and how long it takes to see notable changes. Show Notes:…
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Hypertension and Male Reproductive Health: Understanding the Link Between Hypertension, Semen Quality, and ART Outcomes (Episode 53)
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Fat can be a confusing topic in the world of fertility. In this episode, I explain why you need fats for fertility. I also share where you can get these fats from foods. Learn which fats are best for fertility, which vitamins are fat-soluble, and how much omega-3 and omega-6 you should consume to improve your fertility. Show Notes: Is eating fat go…
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Emily Oster, Professor of Economics at Brown University and founder of ParentData.org on how we can teach the next gen about fertility, sex ed, and more
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27:11It's another Infertile AF expert minisode! On today's episode, Ali welcomes Emily Oster, a Professor of Economics at Brown University, a bestselling author, and the founder of ParentData.org. Emily has a talent for translating complex data into practical advice—an approach that has made her a trusted voice for millions of parents. Today, she and Al…
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Fertility & Fungi: How Mycotoxins Could Be Harming Reproductive Health (Episode 52)
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14:00Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! Could something hiding in your pantry be disrupting your fertility? In this episode of Fertile Talks, Dr. Famuyiwa takes a deep dive into the world of mycotoxins—toxic compounds produced by mo…
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68. Guest Interview with Meetra - Rising Above Spina Bifida
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21:14Join us for another inspiring episode of From There, To Here, as we delve into the remarkable journey of Meetra. Living with spina bifida since birth, Meetra opens up about her life experiences and the transformative power of writing that led her to author her book, “Dis-ability to This-ability.” In this episode, we'll explore the complexities of s…
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Single Mom by Choice Kristin D. on sperm donation, IVF, egg donation, and never regretting having a baby on her own
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54:02On today's episode, Ali interviews Kristin D., a single mom by choice, about the journey to having her 2 1/2 year old son, Blake. Kristin explains why she made the decision to have a kiddo on her own and talks us through the entire process, from having a "sperm donor choosing party" with her sisters to finding out she had stage two silent endometri…
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Risks of a Vegan or Vegetarian Diet for Fertility [EP 30]
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14:44Understanding our bodies' nutrient needs can be challenging even without the added complication of an impending pregnancy. In this episode, I explain the differences between plant and animal proteins. I also explain the role of proteins and amino acids in the fertility process and share where to find these nutrients in your diet. Show Notes: Is a v…
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Endometriosis & Fertility: What Every Woman Should Know with Kevin Pho, MD (Episode 51)
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19:57Send us a text This episode's sponsor: ILMEDS.co 'Medicine Delivered To Your Door!' Be sure to use code FT24 at checkout for $50 off each medication ordered! Endometriosis is one of the most common yet misunderstood conditions affecting reproductive health. In this episode of Fertile Talks, we dive deep into how endometriosis impacts fertility—from…
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