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Fertility is a tricky (and expensive) topic. No matter how you feel about having babies, you have to face that question at some point in life, and it can be a difficult one. Do you have kids, can you have kids, and when is the right time to have kids? In this special vault episode, our podcast guest Afton Vechery, co-founder and CEO of Modern Fertility joins me to talk all about the price of fertility and what her company is doing to change the conversation. You'll learn why fertility is a hush-hush topic, why traditional fertility testing is so expensive, how fertility testing works, and ways to cut the costs when it comes to testing for fertility.LinksModern FertilitySPONSORSThanks to Chime for sponsoring the show. Get started with Chime today. Applying for a free account takes less than 2 minutes. Get started at chime.com/mymoney.Thanks to Apple Card for sponsoring the show. Apply for the Apple Card now in the Wallet app on iPhone and start using it right away.Thanks to the Jordan Harbinger Show for sponsoring this episode. Search for The Jordan Harbinger Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring the show. I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp by visiting our sponsor at http://www.betterhelp.com/mymoney. Thanks to Shopify for sponsoring the show. Shopify is more than a store. Connect with your customers. Drive sales. Manage your day-to-day. Go to http://www.shopify.com/mymoney for a FREE fourteen-day trial and get full access to Shopify's entire suite of features.LEAVE US A REVIEWLeave us an honest rating and review, pretty please. Head to the podcast player you're listening to this episode in to leave us a review or you can click here to leave a review for Everyone's Talkin' Money podcast on Apple Podcasts. Love this episode? Share it with a few friends so they can learn these valuable money concepts as well. Be sure to FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode!GOT A QUESTION?Have a Shannah Shares question? Submit your question here https://bit.ly/shannahsharesMORE MONEY TIPSFollow Me on Instagram for more money tips and behind-the-scenes information https://www.instagram.com/shannahgameFREE GUIDES + RESOURCESDownload our FREE Top 25 Episode GuideSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Afton Vechery is the co-founder and CEO of Modern Fertility, an innovative healthcare company making personalized fertility information and support accessible to women everywhere. Vechery founded the company in 2017, and just this year, it was valued at $225 million during an acquisition by telehealth company Ro. It's no surprise that prior to creating the brand, Vechery began her career in healthcare private equity, where she learned of the outdated practices and predatory pricing models within the booming fertility healthcare sector. She then went on to work in strategic operations at various health tech startups and, most recently, ran the consumer-tools division at 23andMe. On this episode of Second Life, find out how Vechery drew inspiration from her past careers to build a brand that would greatly change the women's health industry forever.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you are curious about women's health, proactive fertility, and the decisions that come with family planning, this episode explores those topics and more with Afton Vechery. She is the co-founder and CEO of Modern Fertility. Before she even started company, she wanted to understand her own fertility, even though she wasn't trying for kids. What she encountered was an expensive and complicated process… So she decided to change it.  GOAL DIGGER FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/goaldiggerpodcast/ GOAL DIGGER INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/goaldiggerpodcast/ GOAL DIGGER SHOWNOTES: jennakutcherblog.com/afton

Afton Vechery co-founded Modern Fertility so people with ovaries have information to be proactive about their reproductive health and futures. In starting her company, Afton realized just how under-researched women's health and reproductive systems have been throughout history. Afton joins Jennifer on the show to discuss how cultural stigmas, ancient legends, perpetuated stereotypes, and institutionalized bans have contributed to big gaps in data and information about women's health. She explains how her company is trying to address that issue by doing its own research to inform future generations of women, as well as use data to de-stigmatize the otherwise taboo topic of reproduction. Plus, Afton shares the difficulties of being a woman CEO who is creating a product for women. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Afton Vechery co-founded Modern Fertility so people with ovaries have information to be proactive about their reproductive health and futures. In starting her company, Afton realized just how under-researched women's health and reproductive systems have been throughout history. Afton joins Jennifer on the show to discuss how cultural stigmas, ancient legends, perpetuated stereotypes, and institutionalized bans have contributed to big gaps in data and information about women's health. She explains how her company is trying to address that issue by doing its own research to inform future generations of women, as well as use data to de-stigmatize the otherwise taboo topic of reproduction. Plus, Afton shares the difficulties of being a woman CEO who is creating a product for women. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Afton Vechery is the Co-Founder and CEO of Modern Fertility, a women's health company focused on making fertility information more accessible for women everywhere. In 2016, Afton embarked on a journey to understand her own fertility, and her realizations from this time laid the foundation for the company. She saw that women were not able to get the information that they needed to plan ahead at a reasonable price, and she understood that her mission had to be to change that. The company has not only built a powerful community but also has raised over $22 million from top-tier investors, and recently sold to Ro for over $200 million. In this episode, Afton shares how a high school science project ignited an entrepreneurial flame in her and led her to pursue a career at the intersection of business and science. We hear about the extensive research she and her co-founder did before founding the company, and how this has benefited them over time. Afton also shares her refreshing view on rejection and how she views being turned down. Our conversation also touches on some of the biggest misconceptions around fertility, the empowerment that comes with knowing about your health, and Modern Fertility's acquisition by Ro. In this episode, we'll talk to Afton about: * The high school science project that exposed Afton to entrepreneurship early on. [2:43]* Expectations that Afton's parents had for her after she graduated from high school. [06:28]* Afton's first job after college and what she learned in this position. [9:44]* What Afton discovered about the world of fertility when she was working at 23andMe. [1:19]* Afton's ‘aha moment' when she realized the need for Modern Fertility. [12:51]* The impact that accelerators have in the beginning stages of your business. [14:42]* The reasoning behind the extensive surveying and validation that was done before launching the company. [18:03]* How Modern Fertility built community very early on, and the incredible momentum they garnered. [21:17]* Why Afton and her co-founder, Carly, decided to go with VC money and what they learned from this decision. [23:47]* There is no right way to start a company; you have to do what makes sense. [25:26]* Afton's view of rejection and why she sees it in a positive light. [25:45]* All aspects of business have their own ups and downs. [28:00]* Afton's self-care rituals and her passion for road biking. [30:19]* Debunking some of the biggest fertility myths. [33:12]* The power of having open conversations around women's fertility to normalize the topic. [36:16]* Insights into Modern Fertility's recent acquisition by Ro and the reason behind this decision. [38:03]* What wealth means to Afton at this stage in her life. [41:15]Follow Afton: * Website: https://modernfertility.com/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernfertility/ * Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aftonvecheryFollow Yasmin: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Stay updated & subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.behindherempire.com/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we interview Afton Vechery, CEO and Co-Founder of Modern Fertility, a reproductive health company making personalized fertility information more accessible. We discuss Modern Fertility’s founding story from getting to the first 100 users to finding the best GTM strategy and building the proactive fertility category from scratch. Founded in 2016, Modern Fertility is the women’s health company making personalized, proactive fertility information more accessible to women everywhere, whether they are trying for kids or not. Modern Fertility raised their Series A in 2019 from Forerunner Ventures, First Round Capital, Maveron, and many other leading investors.

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On today’s fertility episode, I am joined by Afton Vechery.  Afton is on a mission to integrate the growing and buzzy fertility sector more broadly into women’s culture and mainstream wellness.  Her company, Modern Fertility, offers an at-home hormone test—the same one given in fertility clinics, but for a fraction of the price. It’s designed to get women to think more proactively and earlier about their reproductive health.  The company recently expanded into ovulation and pregnancy tests and launched an app that helps read and track test results.  Afton co-founded the company in 2017.  Afton herself was featured on Forbes 30 under 30, and just recently Fortune 40 Under 40 list as well.  To learn more about Modern Fertility’s offerings, go to: https://modernfertility.com/  https://www.instagram.com/modernfertility/  https://www.facebook.com/modernfertility/  https://twitter.com/ModernFertility Today, Afton and I will discuss:  PCOS Egg freezing How to use the Modern Fertility test  For more information on Josephine Atluri Meditation and the Responding to Life podcast, please visit www.jatluri.com Go to the site to sign up for a free 7 day meditation jumpstart. Try out free video meditations on YouTube at Josephine Atluri Meditation.  And join the "Empowering Your Fertility" Facebook group for more mindful support. On Instagram @josephineratluri and @respondingtolifepodcast

Afton Vechery joins us today as we’re digging taking a proactive approach to your fertility early in the journey. In my teens, my periods were so heavy and I would bleed through the pads (it was especially mortifying during high school as I was always worried people could see the huge pad or that I was leaking!). And then in my early 20’s, my periods disappeared altogether and I was placed on hormonal birth control and then diagnosed with premature ovarian insufficiency/failure at 28. My body was desperately trying to tell me something and the first line of defense was not to discover WHY my periods were heavy and then disappearing – but to give me the pill. The reason I share my story is so that other women do not have to struggle like I did – thinking that the only option is IVF and/or donor eggs. If we intervene early and take a proactive approach with our fertility we can reverse the symptoms and get pregnant naturally. I’ve seen it over and over again. The body wants to heal. I’m excited to welcome Afton Vechery to the podcast. Her company, Modern Fertility, offers an at-home hormone test—the same one given in fertility clinics, but for a fraction of the price so that we can proactively take charge of our own health and fertility. In this episode you'll learn: 1) How the conversation around women’s health is changing and why fertility such a hot topic (especially for young women). 2) The conventional parameters around fertility testing and why this approach is outdated (i.e. TTC are told to wait 1 year or 6 months over 35). How to be your own advocate. 3) Which questions we should be asking our OB/Gyn so that we don’t waste time. --- TIMESTAMPS: 05:58- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND AFTON'S BIO 07:03- AFTON’S PERSONAL STORY 10:00- THE TRENDS WITH WOMEN’S HORMONES AND FERTILITY  "We know our bodies best.” The importance of understanding your body and having your information accessible 11:57- THE EDUCATION SYSTEM AND NORMALIZING WOMEN’S HEALTH   “As women, we owe it to ourselves to make these conversations normal” Taking fertility and bringing it into mainstream wellness The cultural transition we are in and why it’s important   14:00- ISSUES WITH YOUR PERIOD AND THE PILL The importance of being educated on the side of effects of your medication “Irregular periods are not normal.” The impact of the pill on hormones and irregular periods  Why it is so important to know what is going on with your body and how it uncovers healing opportunities 18:33-  RESEARCH ON THE MODERN STATE OF FERTILITY The links between fertility, finances, and the impact of covid 20:46 PREMATURE OVARIAN DEFICIENCY  Statistics and the lack of information The impact that an early diagnosis provides “It doesn’t have to be your destiny to have donor eggs.” 23:31- HOW DO WE TAKE A PROACTIVE APPROACH WITH OUR REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH? Understanding your productive health as a part of your core health 25:08- WHAT TESTING AFTON’S COMPANY PROVIDES The gap they found in the market within testing and how they are filling it 29:06- RECOMMENDED RESOURCES 30:17- SUCCESS STORY 31:25- WHERE YOU CAN CONNECT WITH AFTON   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. 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Join the conversation this week as Afton Vechery, co-founder of Modern Fertility shares the truth about infertility and how her company is helping women learn more about their fertility options as they begin family planning. According to the CDC, about 6% of married women aged 15 to 44 years in the United States are unable to get pregnant after one year of trying (infertility). Also, about 12% of women aged 15 to 44 years in the United States have difficulty getting pregnant or carrying a pregnancy to term, regardless of marital status (impaired fecundity).   This conversation is important to share with our entire great girlfriend community! Be sure to listen and leave your review! We want to hear from you! Shoot an email over to welcome@thegreatgirlfriends.com or drop me a DM ON IG @sybil_amuti THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/  

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After her own experience with fertility testing, Afton Vechery set out to make the testing process easier for millions of women across the country looking for a better understanding of their reproductive health. From day one, Modern Fertility aimed to provide quality, peer-reviewed information to empower young women to have the knowledge they need to make more informed decisions about her fertility. On this episode of Inside Reproductive Health, Afton shares the Modern Fertility story. She shares how she brought her vision to life, including how she has been able to raise funds from Venture Capital companies. Griffin and Afton also discuss how Modern Fertility hopes to work with fertility clinics to improve the patient experience across the board. Learn more about Afton and Modern Fertility by visiting modernfertility.com/ or finding them on Instagram @modernfertility. Mentioned in this episode: 85 - David Sable 61 - Jeff Issner and Taylor Stein of EngagedMD ACOG Publication: Concordance of Fingerstick and Venipuncture Sampling for Fertility Hormones To learn more about our Goal and Competitive Diagnostic, visit us at FertilityBridge.com.

Afton Vechery is the founder and CEO of Modern Fertility. If you’ve been around for a while, you know we’ve talked about fertility a few times on the podcast. If you’re thinking “I’m not trying to have kids yet,” “I’m focusing on my career right now,” or “I don’t even know if I want to have kids,” you should still care about your reproductive health! And Afton is here to help break it down for you!   Reasons to track your cycle: If you’re trying to get pregnant If you have irregular cycles If you’re getting off of birth control So you can understand your unique cycle To get to know + be connected to your body  Knowledge is power!!   The Fertility Information Gap   “It was so empowering… Women were demanding more information about their bodies so they could make the decisions that were right for them.”   Most of the information out there is about preventing pregnancy and is very fear-based— there was a gap in fertility information so Modern Fertility filled that space. Fertility just isn’t a priority until we start having issues conceiving.  Egg-freezing, IVF, hormonal birth control and kids may not be for everyone, but information is for everyone.   AMH Testing 101 I share my own AMH test level results that were shocking to me. How often should you test your AMH? 1-2x a year AMH levels remain consistent throughout the cycle, but FSH (follicle stimulating hormones) + estradiol change throughout your cycle. Because of this, you should use the test on day 3 of your cycle.   “We wanted to take these tests that are largely confined to infertility clinics and make them mainstream.”     3 Ways to jumpstart your fertility journey: BE OPEN: Be willing to look into this + start talking and researching fertility. “This is an area of our health that’s changing.” Get up to speed with the basics. Be proactive vs. reactive.   “Have a conversation about fertility. Fertility is a part of reproductive health and reproductive health is just a part of our general health.”   Resources Check out Modern Fertility at ModernFertility.com and on IG at @modernfertility. Check out the really cool timeline feature on their site here. Learn more about Modern Fertility’s pregnancy and ovulation testing here! If you have any questions, feel free to email hi@modernfertility.com! Hear my own fertility journey on Patreon here. I was tired of hearing male pastors preach about waiting until marriage for sex when they had gotten married in their early 20s and had no idea what it was really like to date in today’s culture! I wanted to hear from someone in my shoes— so I wrote a book! It’s called Sexless in the City: A Sometimes Sassy, Sometimes Painful, Always Honest Look at Dating, Desire, and Sex and it’s coming out in April 2021! Head over to bit.ly/kat-sexless to pre-order now! For $5/month, you can get access to exclusive video content for Patreon subscribers. Like… how to answer the question “why are you still single?” How to know if your standards are too high. And an update on my dating life. YUP! There will be a new video every week just for Patreon subscribers. Don’t miss out! Head over to Patreon.com/therefinedcollective to learn more and sign up! A special thanks to the Patreon community! Especially our new supporters: Andra, William E, Cassidy S, Liliana R, Trisha R, Tate B, Katie E, and Brittany A. We are so so grateful for you!

Afton Vechery is the CEO of Modern Fertility a women's health company that focuses on making fertility information more accessible to women everywhere, whether they want kids or not.  Modern Fertility, offers an at-home hormone test—the same one given in fertility clinics, but for a fraction of the price. It’s designed to get women to think more proactively and earlier about their reproductive health. The company recently expanded into ovulation and pregnancy tests and launched an app that helps read and track test results. The San Francisco startup, which Vechery co-founded in 2017, has raised $22 million from the likes of Maveron, Union Square Ventures, and Kirsten Green’s Forerunner Ventures, which tellingly has also backed hot consumer companies like Dollar Shave Club and Warby Parker. https://modernfertility.com https://www.instagram.com/modernfertility/ For more information about Michelle, visit www.michelleoravitz.com The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you can find free resources and support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/ Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewholesomelotus/

Chances are if you're not trying to get pregnant you've never thought much about ~fertility~. In fact just like periods, pregnancy, menopause and all the between much of women's health feels a lot more like troubleshooting than getting behind the ball. That's where my guest today, co-founder and go-getter extraordinaire, Carly Leahy of Modern Fertility comes in. On today's episode, Carly shares with us her story building Modern Fertility from the ground up, and how she and her team are creating products that allow those with ovaries to easily understand their hormones through at home test kits. We talk about why fertility matters even before you're thinking about "baby stuff", and the insights and tools with which we can understand our reproductive blueprints. We also talk about:Sexual wellness routinesModern Fertility's timeline toolsRealities of egg freezing and IVF What your egg count representsKeep up with Bedside:@thebedside, The Resource Connect with Carly Leahy:@modernfertility@carlylayyBe sure to rate, review, and share this episode with a friend!

Meet Afton Vechery. She is the CEO of Modern Fertility and she is taking on women’s health globally at 31 years old. Afton lives in San Francisco with her fiancé Zach and her new puppy. She loves biking throughout the city and her favorite restaurant is Salumeria. Afton was featured in 30 under 30 and 40 under 40 after raising 22 million in private equity to build this company. Afton studied neuroscience at Wake Forest University in North Carolina before heading off to work in NYC for a private equity healthcare fund in their women’s health division. From their she gained momentum in an autism start up and then at 23&Me. While at 23&Me she became curious about her own fertility. That is when her doctor said, “No, I am not going to order these fertility tests for you.” You see she wasn’t trying to get pregnant so her provider dismissed her proactive curiosity. So she did what all rational women do….she did it anyway. And, she was ultra surprised when she got a bill for $1500. Afton then set out to build a company where women would proactively learn about their fertility and it would be affordable. Today, your personal fertility test with Modern Fertility costs just $159 and you can use your FSA or HSA to pay for it. That is 10% of the out of pocket cost if your provider writes a prescription for you and sends you to a lab. A quick finger prick from the comfort of your own home begins your awareness and planning journey with Modern Fertility. Tune in to hear the full story of how Modern Fertility was birthed, what they are doing for the LGBTQIA+ community and what in the world AMH is and what it means for your fertility and egg quality. To learn more about your own fertility start here: https://modernfertility.com/timeline/ Afton’s favorite baby gift to give is “A Cub Come True” by her friend Eduardo Hariton. Modern Fertility’s message synchronizes perfectly with Nichelle Sublett’s #startasking movement. If you haven’t yet listened to Mrs. North Carolina’s episode on fertility you can tune in HERE.

This week on The WoMed, we’re treated to a conversation with the CEO of Modern Fertility, Afton Vechery. This episode is all about understanding your reproductive health and body, whether you want kids, or not! Modern Fertility services people with ovaries, who simply want to learn more about their bodies, AND they make this information affordable and accessible. D chats with Afton about the lack of resources available, freezing your eggs, and hormone testing. They discuss the importance of increased conversation to destigmatize fertility, the value and emphasis Modern Fertility places on education and accessibility, and their super cool app! Modern Fertility has a goal of building out better predictors of future fertility to create a world where every woman can access their fertility hormone testing just like any other routine part of health and care. More woman are thinking about their fertility hormones, and Modern Fertility has stepped up to the plate to help everyone with ovaries! You can connect with Afton on her Instagram @aftonvechery or email her at afton@modernfertility.com. You can follow Modern Fertility on Instagram @modernfertility, visit their website modernfertility.com or email the team at hi@modernfertility.com. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review, and follow us on Instagram and Twitter @TheWoMed. Remember to submit your weekly Nurse D Energy moments to D on Instagram — we love reading and sharing them! Thank you to our amazing sponsors! Check out these deals for our listeners: NOOM- Visit noom.com/WOMED to start your trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Afton Vechery is the Co-Founder and CEO of Modern Fertility. Modern Fertility is a women's health company focused on making fertility information more accessible to women everywhere. Providing fertility hormone essentials from at home tests to digital tools and an online community, Modern Fertility is designed to inform women about their reproductive health so they can own the decisions impacting their bodies and future. In this episode, Afton shares with us her entrepreneurial journey from growing up in Maryland, to participating in a science fair in high school that ignited the launch of her first company, to working in private equity in New York where she dug into women's health issues surrounding fertility, to joining a number of health tech startups, including 23andMe which she left to start Modern Fertility, raising over 22 million dollars to date and recently launching her products in over 1500 Walmart stores.

Afton Vechery, co-founder and CEO of Modern Fertility, joins me on today's episode. Modern Fertility is making personalized fertility information more accessible to women everywhere. The company provides fertility hormone essentials so women can be proactive about their reproductive health, whether they want kids or not. On this show, Afton talks about how she got into entrepreneurship and helping women solve fertility issues, what it has been like working with a co-founder, her new product launch with walmart.com, and more.   "Even if entrepreneurs are in a space where they're not personally passionate about the space or mission, there can be a curiosity that creates that passion." - Afton Vechery

Our guest this week: Afton Vechery, Co-founder & CEO of Modern Fertility. "Modern Fertility is a reproductive health company making personalized fertility information more accessible. They provide fertility hormone essentials, from at-home tests to digital tools and an online community, for anyone with ovaries — whether you’re trying for kids or not. Everything they develop is designed to give you more agency over your reproductive health, so you can own the decisions impacting your body and your future (whatever those decisions might be). They've raised $22 million from Forerunner Ventures, Maveron, Union Square Ventures, First Round Capital, #Angels, and Y Combinator." On this episode, we discussed: - Her background - How she got to where she is today? - What is Modern Fertility? - What's next? - ...and much more! WORD FROM OUR SPONSOR: Our sponsor for this episode is BlocHealth. BlocHealth is building the ecosystem of healthcare services and solutions to power the future of healthcare. Through the platform, healthcare professionals and organizations can use their credentialing data for more! They can store their credentialing and licensing-related documents, fill out a smart, common application and use the information within it to order multiple services such as provider enrollment, license registration, license renewals, and more! For more information, please go to www.blochealth.com and be sure to follow BlocHealth on social media - @blochealth *This podcast was recorded within the last 6 months To learn more about Modern Fertility, please use the links below: -Website - LinkedIn - Twitter - Facebook - Instagram Also, be sure to follow Slice of Healthcare on our social channels: - Website - Facebook - LinkedIn

A lot...in fact, money is probably the most important factor in deciding to have a baby. When we have more money, we feel better about bringing new life into the world. But “more money” hasn’t exactly been a defining quality of 2020. We’re in a recession and a global health crisis...having babies isn’t high on the priority list for many Americans. You know what that means for the economy if you listened to our last episode.Now, get a better understanding of why money impacts the decision to start or grow a family. This episode with Modern Fertility CEO and Robinhood of reproductive health Afton Vechery will give you the answers you need to comprehend what factors influence the decision to have children, especially during these very weird times.Understanding the motivations for delaying or entirely canceling plans to have kids? It might give us a whole new paradigm for discerning how fertility and GDP are entwined...it’s not just money in the economy, it’s money in your personal bank accounts.Listen now.

At 23, Afton Vechery was working in healthcare and private equity, when she started looking into women’s health and IVF clinics, specifically the unaddressed emotional component and lack of proactive fertility education. After her doctor declined her request to test her hormone levels, Afton had to go a fertility clinic, where she was charged $1,500 for a basic panel. And so began the journey to Modern Fertility, a women’s health company that provides a comprehensive, fertility hormone test you take at home for only $159. They also provide research, education, and support so you can present your doctor with your findings, and can make informed decisions about your life plan, and starting a family. In her research, Afton talked to thousands of women who received misinformation, roadblocks, and conflicting advice while just trying to be proactive about their health. Modern Fertility believes that we all deserve clinically sound information, so we can do what's right for us, whatever that may be. They believe that having a reliable, trusted resource for reproductive health information is a right — not a privilege. You all know I have been struggling my fertility, and specifically, our almost impossible healthcare system, so I am beyond happy to share this information with all of you so you can prevent what I’m going through now. Also, pro tip, Modern Fertility has an ovulation kit that you scan into the app, so you know exactly when you’re ovulating. Genius. Enjoy!   www.milkandhoney.com with code PIA15 for 15% off your next order! www.monkey47.com to learn more, drink responsibly!   Produced by Dear Media

Let's talk about the business of wellness…   Afton Co-founded Modern Fertility in 2017 to spark a more open discussion around the challenges and uncertainty associated with fertility. After discovering a love for science and entrepreneurship at school, Afton went on to work for a healthcare-focused private equity company before heading up the consumer tools division at DNA genetic testing brand, 23andMe.   In this episode, we explore the brand's vision to bring fertility to mainstream wellness, the challenges faced as a disrupter, and the trends influencing the conversation; people choosing to have children later in life, personalised data and inclusivity. We'll hear how Afton became an expert on the subject of fertility, the brand's empowering message to females, and how Afton and her co-founder Carly, have been laser-focused from the get-go.    Raising $22 million to date, Modern Fertility is focused on education and empowerment. They produce clinically neutral resources and have ambitions to build out a better predictor of fertility.    Thank you to our sponsors: The go-to legal firm supporting the wellness industry, Bird & Bird. Modern accountancy firm dedicated to saving you money, GrowFactor. Software booking experts, Mindbody.   To find out how Welltodo can help you grow your business and support your career objectives, head to welltodoglobal.com today.

Afton Vechery, CEO and Co-Founder of Modern Fertility, is trying to empower women by giving them easy access to the information they need to make decisions about their own reproductive health. She chats with Brit and Anj about the cultural stigma surrounding fertility and what women really need to know. Listen in as Brit reveals her own fertility results during the episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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We’re back in health class – but with a BKP twist. This week I have on Hormone Coach Nina Boyce who will help us understand our hormones better and teach us  ways to nourish our bodies when our hormones are getting out of whack and making us moody, stressed, or, how I like to describe myself when I’m PMSing – very stabby. THEN we’ll hear from CEO of Modern Fertility Afton Vechery who is CHANGING the game on fertility testing and awareness for women. We’ll talk about her revolutionary work which is making fertility testing more accessible and affordable, what fertility testing even does AND what she wants YOU to know about your reproductive health.  Want more from our guest?  Nina Boyce Instagram: @nourishedwithnina Healing Hormones Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-hormones/id1160965218 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-hormones/id1160965218) Free Hormone Deep Dive! https://campsite.bio/nourishedwithnina (https://campsite.bio/nourishedwithnina) Afton Vechery  Instagram: @aftonvechery (CEO of @modernfertility) Website: https://modernfertility.com/ (https://modernfertility.com/) Fertility Timeline Quiz is here: https://modernfertility.com/quiz/ (https://modernfertility.com/quiz/) Find more at www.ThebigkidProblems.com (http://www.thebigkidproblems.com) !  Stay Connected with me! @BigKidproblems (https://www.instagram.com/Bigkidproblems/?hl=en) Sarah’s personal IG @SarahaMerrill (https://www.instagram.com/sarahamerrill_/?hl=en) _ Big thank you to our episode sponsors! Four Sigmatic  Four Sigmatic is a natural superfood company that specializes in mushroom-based drinks that benefit our immunity, energy, and longevity, and help us live healthier, more enhanced lives. Four Sigmatic makes a wide variety of blends, including mushroom coffee, mushroom elixirs, hot cacaos, matcha, superfood blends, and more. Special offer for BIGKID audience! Receive 15% off your Four Sigmatic purchase at  foursigmatic.com/BIGKID (http://foursigmatic.com/BIGKID)  or use discount code BIGKID at checkout LOLA Time to upgrade your feminine care products to Organic! LOLA offers pads, liners, and both BPA-free plastic applicators or environmental friendly non-applicator tampons. They even have a super flexible subscription model where you can customize your box with a  mix of products and have it delivered right to your door. Change, skip, or cancel your subscription at any time. To take 30% off your first month subscription just head to mylola.com and enter ‘BKP’ when you subscribe!  Audible  Access an unbeatable selection of audiobooks including best sellers, mysteries, thrillers, memoirs, and more. You can choose 3 titles every month: 1 audiobook and 2 exclusive Audible Originals you can’t hear anywhere else. Right now, for a limited time, you can get 3 months of Audible for just $6.95 a month. (That’s more than half off the regular price!) Just go to audible.com/BKP or text BKP to 500-500.

Listen in to learn how Afton Vechery serves her customers, how she decided on her funding strategy, and what she sees for the future of Modern Fertility. "We really started the company as a fertility information company. We felt that the conversation around fertility was very reactive as opposed to proactive." - Afton Vechery. Learn more about this episode of The Mentor Files with Monica Royer at www.monicaandandy.blog/70

This episode is brought to you by Imperfect Produce. Try out your first Imperfect Produce box for 50% off by using the code HEALTHYMAVEN at checkout. It's not a secret that I am deeply passionate about women's health, but what I've found in my many conversations on this topic is that women are rarely informed about what's happening in their body before they run into an issue. It's very much reactive medicine rather than preventative. Besides getting a pap smear, it is incredibly difficult for women to start a conversation about their reproductive health unless they're already dealing with an issue. This is why Modern Fertility was born. Today on the podcast I am chatting with Afton Vechery, one of the cofounders of Modern Fertility all about women's preventative health including getting your hormones tested, preparing for fertility (even if you don't want kids right now) and making the tools for these accessible to ALL.  On today's episode we also discuss: Her own hormone struggles and why she decided to start Modern Fertility The factors that affect female fertility and getting your hormones tested PCOS vs. POI and why it's important to know the difference The most common issues with fertility Freezing your eggs - should you do it? Misconceptions and myths with female health ...and so much more! Follow Modern Fertility on Instagram | Learn more about Modern Fertility HERE Join The Healthy Maven Tribe to ask guest questions and to find out who will be on the show before anyone else! http://facebook.com/groups/THMTribe Please don't forget to rate + review in iTunes if you love the podcast. Your comments and subscriptions help us make the podcast best for you!

Today’s conversation with Afton Vechery is for ALL of us ladies! Afton is the Co-Founder and CEO of the women’s health company, Modern Fertility. They provide a comprehensive, fertility hormone test you can take in the comfort of your own home. The company offers more than just a test—they also provide research, education, and support to help in making decisions around reproductive health.    Understanding fertility hormones isn’t only about potentially having babies—it gives us a deeper look into our overall health. Afton explains how different lifestyles and cultures affect fertility, and that it’s relevant to us all. Our conversation explains how the test works, the different hormones that are measured, and the deep understanding you gain about your reproductive health.   We also talk about: What your egg count says about health Deep look into PCOS and POI Understanding egg freezing Opening up the conversation around miscarriage Modern Fertility’s timeline tool to help you plan   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Learn more: modernfertility.com Instagram: @modernfertility Timeline Tool: modernfertility.com/timeline/   Upcoming Events: July 27th: San Francisco with Lacy Phillips August 17th: The Workshop by PodcastPro in Los Angeles with K + L September 12th: Los Angeles with Nicole Lapin September 17th: Chicago with Millana Snow   Sponsors: Athletic Greens | Get 20 travel packs FREE ($79 value) with your first purchase at www.athleticgreens.com/almost30 Birch Benders | Use code ALMOST30 for 30% off at birchbenders.com Doordash | Download the doordash app and use code ALMOST30 for $5 off your first order of $15 or more Phlur | Visit phlur.com/almost30 for 20% off first custom Phlur sample set Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media

On this week's Girlboss Radio, we hear from Afton Vechery, co-founder and CEO of Modern Fertility. It's a company that's taken the standard blood tests you would normally get at a fertility clinic and made them available at-home. The goal, she says, is to empower women to have more information about their fertility, so we can all make informed decisions in regard to our own family-planning goals. Listen to hear what science can and can't tell us about our fertility. Plus, Vechery talks business, sharing her advice on selecting the right co-founder, leveling up on time management, and why having a clear mission will get you through tough times. To learn more about Modern Fertility, visit https://modernfertility.com/To keep up with Afton, follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaffttoonn If you have any feedback on the show, email us at: podcasts@girlboss.com 

On this week’s Girlboss Radio, we hear from Afton Vechery, co-founder and CEO of Modern Fertility. It’s a company that’s taken the standard blood tests you would normally get at a fertility clinic and made them available at-home. The goal, she says, is to empower women to have more information about their fertility, so we can all make informed decisions in regard to our own family-planning goals. Listen to hear what science can and can’t tell us about our fertility. Plus, Vechery talks business, sharing her advice on selecting the right co-founder, leveling up on time management, and why having a clear mission will get you through tough times. To learn more about Modern Fertility, visit https://modernfertility.com/To keep up with Afton, follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaffttoonn If you have any feedback on the show, email us at: podcasts@girlboss.com 

In start-up land, there's no end to advances in healthcare technology, but what really IS at-home fertility testing, should you be doing it, if so-when, and what are the potential down sides? Special interviews with Afton Vechery, CEO and Co-Founder of Modern Fertility, and Lea Von Bidder, Co-Founder of Ava Fertility.

Women are waiting longer than ever to have children. When they are ready to, they often find themselves in the dark about their fertility until they have reached the clinicians office. What if there was a way to get hold of this information earlier to make better more informed decisions about family planning whilst staying on top of your reproductive health? Modern Fertility is a women's health company based in San Francisco that's focused on making fertility information more accessible to women everywhere. Offering the first comprehensive fertility hormone test you can take at home, alongside a dashboard to view your fertility profile directly on your phone or computer. Joining us on this episode of HealthRedesigned is Afton Vechery the CEO and Co-founder of Modern Fertility.

Erik is joined by Afton Vechery (@aaffttoonn), co-funder and CEO of Modern Fertility, and Anarghya Vardhana (@anarghya503), VC at Maveron.Afton explains how she went from private equity to running a women's health startup and talks about the problems that she saw in the space and how Modern Fertility aims to change the lives of women.Anarghya talks about their investing criteria at Maveron and what they're looking for in the healthcare space. They talk about the reasons that women's health has been neglected and talk about some of the startups that are working on changing that.Afton points out that there are a number of companies working in healthcare that have a complete lack of articles published in peer-reviewed journals and Anarghya says that "brand is not enough" and that "you want to win the right way."They discuss what their requests for startups are and where they would be investing if they were running a fund devoted solely to women's health.Thanks for listening — if you like what you hear, please review us on your favorite podcast platform. Check us out on the web at villageglobal.vc or get in touch with us on Twitter @villageglobal.Venture Stories is brought to you by Village Global and is hosted by co-founder and partner, Erik Torenberg. Colin Campbell is our audio engineer and the show is produced by Brett Bolkowy.

Erik is joined by Afton Vechery (@aaffttoonn), co-funder and CEO of Modern Fertility, and Anarghya Vardhana (@anarghya503), VC at Maveron.Afton explains how she went from private equity to running a women's health startup and talks about the problems that she saw in the space and how Modern Fertility aims to change the lives of women.Anarghya talks about their investing criteria at Maveron and what they're looking for in the healthcare space. They talk about the reasons that women's health has been neglected and talk about some of the startups that are working on changing that.Afton points out that there are a number of companies working in healthcare that have a complete lack of articles published in peer-reviewed journals and Anarghya says that "brand is not enough" and that "you want to win the right way."They discuss what their requests for startups are and where they would be investing if they were running a fund devoted solely to women's health.Thanks for listening — if you like what you hear, please review us on your favorite podcast platform. Check us out on the web at villageglobal.vc or get in touch with us on Twitter @villageglobal.Venture Stories is brought to you by Village Global and is hosted by co-founder and partner, Erik Torenberg. Colin Campbell is our audio engineer and the show is produced by Brett Bolkowy.

Fertility is a tricky (and expensive) topic. No matter how you feel about having babies, you have to face that question at some point in life, and it can be a difficult one. Do you have kids, can you have kids, and when is the right time to have kids.Today's podcast guest, Afton Vechery, co-founder and CEO of Modern Fertility joins me to talk all about the price of fertility and what her company is doing to change the conversation.What You'll LearnWhy is fertility a hush-hush topicWhat are the physical ramifications of having babies later in lifeWhy traditional fertility testing is so expensiveWhy we need to start talking fertility in our 20'sHow fertility testing worksWays to cut the costs when it comes to testing your fertilityLinksModern FertilityYou can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listeningSUBSCRIBE & SHAREWant to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame.Ask ShannahHave an Ask Shannah question, submit it hereGet SocialShannah on TwitterShannah on Instagram

Featuring Steven Gutentag, co-founder of Keeps and Afton Vechery, co-founder of Modern Fertility. Our fourth episode explores how startups are cleverly shaking up the $3 trillion US healthcare industry with a convenient, tech-driven, and consumer-friendly approach. New players are finding ways to disrupt the consumer experience by introducing on-demand services and affordable solutions. As growth […] The post Next X: The future of Health and Wellness appeared first on Wunderman Thompson Intelligence.

 Did you ever wonder why fertility is something that’s talked about in hushed tones and quiet corners in our modern world? Me neither. And, neither does Afton.  During this podcast episode, we will hear from Afton Vechery, the co-founder of the San Francisco-based startup, Modern Fertility. Modern Fertility is an at-home fertility test, where for only $150, you can have access to your fertility hormones in an easy and accessible way. After Afton went through her own difficult experience trying to understand what her fertility options were, she decided that something more needed to be done. So, she set out to democratize women’s hormones - and understanding of our bodies. During our chat, Afton takes us back to the beginning - starting with her passion for melding science and business back in middle school (seriously!). She spent her entire career so far sitting in between these two areas, always asking “why”. No matter what life stage you’re at, this episode is an inspiring take on questioning the status quo...and doing something about it. It’s time to take control ladies!   --   For more info, visit: www.onadulting.com/podcast To connect with Katina about questions, comments, speaker ideas, or sponsorship inquiries please e-mail katina@onadulting.com. To join the On Adulting Tribe + email newsletter, please visit http://eepurl.com/dhaq_T   Resources: Learn more about Modern Fertility here: https://modernfertility.com/

Afton Vechery is the Co-Founder & CEO @ Modern Fertility, the startup that guides you through your fertility hormones now so you have options later. To date they have raised over 7m in funding from some of the leading players in venture including USV, First Round Capital, Maveron, SV Angel and Y Combinator. As for Afton, prior to Modern Fertility, Afton was a Product Manager @ 23andMe where she was the sole product manager responsible for all consumer-facing genetic tools. Before 23andMe, Afton was a Strategy and Finance Consultant @ Willow Pump where she participated in fundraising that led to successful $15M fundraise. In Today’s Episode You Will Learn: 1.) How Afton made her way into the world of startups with 23andMe and then came to change the way we think about fertility with Modern Fertility? 2.) Afton has previously emphasised the importance of having "frameworks for success". What does that mean? How do those frameworks break down? How does Afton think about the decision-making process around prioritisation? How does Afton think about the difference between being customer informed and customer driven? 3.) Why does Afton believe that there are times when you should not test the MVP? Why is this? What would Afton do differently in the MVP process if she had her time again? How does Afton think about and respond to the statement "move fast and break things"? 4.) Why does Afton believe it is important to let everyone "rip apart your business"? What are the fundamental benefits of this? From the ripping aparts, Afton has experienced, what have been the biggest takeaways? What was their argument? How did Afton respond? How did her thinking and mentality change as a result? 5.) Why does Phin Barnes @ First Round say Afton is "hard as nails"?  What were some of Afton's biggest learnings from her early engineering role? How does Afton think about entrepreneurial resilience today? What advice does Afton give to emerging entrepreneurs and first-time founders? Items Mentioned In Today’s Show: Afton’s Fave Book: Motherhood Rescheduled As always you can follow Harry, The Twenty Minute VC and Afton on Twitter here! Likewise, you can follow Harry on Instagram here for mojito madness and all things 20VC.

Tammy Sun (@tammysun), CEO and co-founder of Carrot Fertility and Afton Vechery (@aaffttoonn), CEO and co-founder of Modern Fertility talk with Erik about this rapidly emerging space.They explain how they got started in the fertility space, give us a rundown of the corporate landscape as it stands at the moment and explain why the market is changing so quickly. They also give us some insight into why it's difficult to build a business in this space and what kinds of opportunities they would be looking for if they were investors or prospective founders.Erik also asks what the future might hold for their companies, how they aim to change how women think about their health, and what kinds of implications a new perspective on fertility might have for society in general.Thanks for listening — if you like what you hear, please review us on your favorite podcast platform. Check us out on the web at villageglobal.vc/podcast or get in touch with us on Twitter @villageglobal.

Tammy Sun (@tammysun), CEO and co-founder of Carrot Fertility and Afton Vechery (@aaffttoonn), CEO and co-founder of Modern Fertility talk with Erik about this rapidly emerging space.They explain how they got started in the fertility space, give us a rundown of the corporate landscape as it stands at the moment and explain why the market is changing so quickly. They also give us some insight into why it's difficult to build a business in this space and what kinds of opportunities they would be looking for if they were investors or prospective founders.Erik also asks what the future might hold for their companies, how they aim to change how women think about their health, and what kinds of implications a new perspective on fertility might have for society in general.Thanks for listening — if you like what you hear, please review us on your favorite podcast platform. Check us out on the web at villageglobal.vc/podcast or get in touch with us on Twitter @villageglobal.

Afton Vechery, Carly Leahy and Jenna discuss how Modern Fertility is equipping women with the data they need to proactively manage their reproductive health. We chat about the biggest piece of advice the founders didn't take, how doing the opposite propelled them forward, and the advice they give instead. We also dive into the life and career experiences that empowered them to advocate for themselves, be courageous enough to ask and answer the hard questions, and embrace their authentic selves.

Women are more open now than ever before about how they ended up with that bun in the oven. In a prenatal yoga class, one yogi praises her acupuncturist, another extols IVF and another commends her beloved basal thermometer. One even stored her eggs for a future undertaking. As women navigate what’s often a fraught voyage toward conception, it’s vital we talk to each other. By doing so, we not only support a sisterhood, we also work to dispel unhelpful fertility myths, like the idea that eating yams will result in twins or launching into a full-blown handstand after doing the deed is a sure-fire guarantee of conception. The post Afton Vechery and Carly Leahy: She’s Modernizing Fertility appeared first on On The Dot Woman.