Podcasts about embryos

And now they conclusion to HSM2. Taylor and Gabriella convince Ryan to join their team. Ryan convinces Chad to join his team. Troy continues to chafe against being on Sharpay's team. The Reversers discuss all things talent shows. 06m 42s-Basketball & Baseball22m 40s-Jealousies & Reprisals38m 30s-Breakup Angst51m 49s-The Talent Show63m 57s-Pool Party 68m 58s-Movie Ratings70m 11s-Reverse Psychology Talent Show87m 05s-Previous PreviewCheck out the Tremendous Kendous Twitch channel for his series: The Monthly Movie Mayhem. The next live stream is Friday, August 15 at 8:30pm EST with a double feature of The End of the World & Embryo.Find us on Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube or email us at ReversePsychPod@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Tytko explores the science behind 'three-parent' embryos: the incredible medical procedure that prevents children from inheriting incurable mitochondrial diseases. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

In this episode, the guys dive into the mind blowing story of the unbelievable birth of the world's oldest baby from a 1994 embryo, discuss the best anime transformation of all time, and investigate the bizarre tale of Matt Rife buying the haunted Ed & Lorraine Warren estate!Socials: https://www.instagram.com/brewsandbanter_pod/https://www.tiktok.com/@brews.banterSong Of The Week Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/55D7EV1stgPOLoHXQJB7qthttps://music.apple.com/us/library/playlist/p.06aWgp9Caax8Pz?l=en-US

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 – 10:40)The Birth of the ‘World's Oldest Baby': A Baby is Born After Being Frozen as an Embryo for 3 DecadesExclusive: A record-breaking baby has been born from an embryo that's over 30 years old by MIT Technology Review (Jessica Hamzelou)World's ‘oldest baby' born from embryo frozen in 1994 by The Guardian (Tobi Thomas)Part II (10:40 – 19:29)Euthanasia is Not a Fundamental Right: Watch the Framing of the National Conversation Over Assisted SuicideA Cancer Patient Chose Assisted Death. That Wasn't the Last Hard Choice. by The New York Times (Stephanie Nolen)Part III (19:29 – 25:06)Thou Shalt Not? Liberal Parents in Arkansas are Having a Fit Over Posting of Ten Commandments in SchoolsJudge blocks 4 districts from enforcing Arkansas law requiring Ten Commandments in classroom by The Associated Press (Andrew DeMillo)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

An Ohio couple welcomes baby boy Thaddeus, born from a successful embryo transfer. Maria Lancaster, President of Embryo Adoption Services of Cedar Park, joins us to explain how this amazing story is possible, how embryo adoption works, and why those struggling from infertility might want to consider this. Embryo Adoption Services of Cedar Park - Bringing Families Together (https://adoptembryos.org/)

In den USA hat eine Frau ein Baby zur Welt gebracht, dessen Embryo seit 1994 eingefroren war – also über 30 Jahre. Es gilt als neues Rekord-Alter und hat für Schlagzeilen gesorgt. Was kann Reproduktionsmedizin heute? Martin Gramlich im Gespräch mit Veronika Simon, SWR-Wissenschaftsredaktion

(Tuesday Aug 05,2025)Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Texas redistricting move would ‘trigger' new California maps, Newsom says. Texas House GOP votes to issue civil arrest warrants for fleeing Democrats. US DOJ to open grand jury to investigate Obama officials, source says. Netanyahu to urge ‘full conquest' of Gaza as ceasefire talks reach an impasse. Birth from embryo frozen for more than 30 years believed to be a record.

[see footnote 4 for conflicts of interest] In 2021, Genomic Prediction announced the first polygenically selected baby. When a couple uses IVF, they may get as many as ten embryos. If they only want one child, which one do they implant? In the early days, doctors would just eyeball them and choose whichever looked healthiest. Later, they started testing for some of the most severe and easiest-to-detect genetic disorders like Down Syndrome and cystic fibrosis1. The final step was polygenic selection - genotyping each embryo and implanting the one with the best genes overall. Best in what sense? Genomic Prediction claimed the ability to forecast health outcomes from diabetes to schizophrenia. For example, although the average person has a 30% chance of getting type II diabetes, if you genetically test five embryos and select the one with the lowest predicted risk, they'll only have a 20% chance2. Since you're taking the healthiest of many embryos, you should expect a child conceived via this method to be significantly healthier than one born naturally. Polygenic selection straddles the line between disease prevention and human enhancement. In 2023, Orchid Health entered the field. Unlike Genomic Prediction, which tested only the most important genetic variants, Orchid offers whole genome sequencing, which can detect the de novo3 mutations involved in autism, developmental disorders, and certain other genetic diseases. Critics accused GP and Orchid of offering “designer babies”, but this was only true in the weakest sense - customers couldn't “design” a baby for anything other than slightly lower risk of genetic disease. These companies refused to offer selection on “traits” - the industry term for the really controversial stuff like height, IQ, or eye color. Still, these were trivial extensions of their technology, and everybody knew it was just a matter of time before someone took the plunge. Last month, a startup called Nucleus took the plunge. https://www.astralcodexten.com/p/suddenly-trait-based-embryo-selection

This episode was recorded at the 2025 Western Dairy Management Conference in Reno, Nevada.Mike gives an overview of his three presentations at the conference regarding heifer supply. The panel discusses how the industry went from too many heifers to not enough heifers. (3:46)Clay asks Dan about his breeding philosophy from a semen standpoint right now as a purebred Holstein breeder. He suggests skating to where the puck's going versus where it's been, and focusing on yield and protein after such a large emphasis on fat. He also emphasizes health traits, particularly because the industry needs cows to last longer due to low heifer supply. Mike notes that this can have negative impacts, including lower milk yield, more chronic mastitis, and perhaps elongating the generation interval of genetic gain. He shares that while huge strides have been made in genetic improvement for yield and components, we have gone backwards a bit on disease resistance and fertility in the last five years or so. Tom suggests that it just ups the ante on management, especially with an older milking herd. (10:55)The panel talks about sexed semen (beef and dairy both) and IVF/embryo transfer. (14:49)Mike details some research in Holstein herds that decreased their replacement rate and number of heifers calving from 2020-2022 (surplus herds) compared to 2023-2024 (short herds). Short herds kept cows 25 days longer in milk, but the net impact was an average of seven pounds less milk per day over the last 30 days prior to culling. He also noted an increase in chronic mastitis in the short herds.  (20:18)Mike describes his presentation regarding the heifer completion rate: once a heifer is born alive, what's the expected percent of heifers remaining at first calving? Many producers have a false high assumption of this number, around 90%. In 65 herds Mike analyzed in the last year, the median completion rate was 76%. He details the different life stages during which losses occurred, along with management considerations to reduce these impacts. Dan shares his perspectives on the heifer completion rate. (24:11)The panel discusses a variety of topics around heifer supply, including whether heifers are entering the herd at a younger age to compensate for low inventories, appropriate heifer size at calving, optimal age at first calving, and just how short the supply of heifers is.  (29:01)Panelists share their take-home thoughts. (38:35)Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.

In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I explain Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy (PGTA) and share the seven essential steps to help you test your embryos wisely. I outline how to approach PGTA efficiently so you can feel more informed and empowered in your fertility journey. This episode offers practical advice for anyone considering PGTA before embryo transfer. In this episode, we cover: Step 1: Plan for multiple retrievals if needed Step 2: Understand that embryo quality still matters Step 3: Be prepared for inconclusive results Step 4: Get clarity on mosaic and segmental embryos Step 5: Review embryo disposition consent forms carefully before you start Step 6: Know that PGTA screens only for chromosomes—not all genetic issues Step 7: Be aware that abnormal pregnancies can still happen Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website Do you have questions about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, August 18 at 4 pm PT, where I'll explain IVF and Egg Freezing and answer your questions live on Zoom. Other ways to reach Dr. Aimee:Visit my YouTube channel for more fertility tipsSubscribe to the newsletter to get updatesJoin Egg Whisperer SchoolRequest a Consultation Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well-known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

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In this month's Fertility & Sterility: Unplugged, we take a look at articles from F&S's sister journals! Topics this month include: whether drug-free in vitro activation with immediate autotransplantation improved reproductive outcomes in patients with poor ovarian response and premature ovarian insufficiency (2:13); resident management of pregnancy of unknown location (16:42); integration of mental health treatment into the care of Mullerian agenesis (26:38), and a narrative review of blastocyst development as a surrogate for pregnancy outcomes (36:27). F&S Science: https://www.fertstertscience.org/article/S2666-335X(25)00040-0/abstract Consider this: https://www.fertstert.org/news-do/beta-book-beta-overlooked-exploring-systems-pul-surveillance-residency F&S Reports: https://www.fertstertreports.org/article/S2666-3341(25)00057-1/fulltext F&S Reviews:  https://www.fertstertreviews.org/article/S2666-5719(25)00008-8/fulltext View the sister journals at: https://www.fertstertreviews.org https://www.fertstertreports.org https://www.fertstertscience.org    

In dieser Podcast-Episode spricht Priv. Doz. DDr. Michael Feichtinger mit Mag. Julia Ecker über ein komplexes und zugleich kontroverses Thema: immunologisch bedingte Unfruchtbarkeit. Kann das Immunsystem tatsächlich eine Schwangerschaft verhindern, indem es den Embryo als „fremd“ erkennt? Welche wissenschaftlichen Erkenntnisse gibt es dazu? Und was bedeutet das für Paare mit unerfülltem Kinderwunsch? Dr. Feichtinger ordnet aktuelle Forschungsergebnisse ein und erklärt, warum das Thema zwar faszinierend, aber noch längst nicht vollständig erforscht ist. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

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You may be hearing the words "embryo adoption" for the first time, or maybe you or a close loved one have walked this journey before. Whatever your experience or exposure is, we were excited to sit down with our friend, Katelyn Skillman, to hear from her personal experience of how her and her husband Miles grew their family via embryo adoption. We discuss the intricacies of this process and how we as Christians should care for life in all its forms. Connect with Katelyn: @katelynskillman Craving more from Going There the Podcast? Come be our friend! Make sure you're following along on Instagram @goingtherethepodcast and subscribe to our podcast so that you never miss a new episode! If you love what you heard, we'd be so happy if you left us a rating and review on your podcast app. This way, more people can find us and join our fun convo!

Send us a textMegan and Michelle welcome guest Mary Fusillo, of The Eggsplanation podcast, to discuss bioethics, embryo matchmaking, posthumous reproduction, D1 athletes, ovarian rejuvenation, social surrogacy, Hermes bags, and taking control of your fertility.Learn more about Mary's important work!Family Solutions InternationalThe Eggsplanation PodcastFollow The Eggsplanation on Instagram****************Want to support Prosecco Theory?Become a Patreon subscriber and earn swag!Check out our merch, available on teepublic.com!Follow/Subscribe wherever you listen!Rate, review, and tell your friends!Follow us on Instagram!****************Ever thought about starting your own podcast? From day one, Buzzsprout gave us all the tools we needed get Prosecco Theory off the ground. What are you waiting for? Follow this link to get started. Cheers!!Support the show

In this episode, Jenn interviews Let Them Live co-founder Emily Berning about how the organization is giving practical support to women who feel they don't have any other choice but abortion. Emily also shares the journey she and her husband have been on with embryo adoption. Subcribe to our substack to get more resources to equip you for these sorts of conversations with your family and friends: www. thembeforeus.substack.comBio: "Emily Berning is the President and Co-Founder of LetThem Live, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to saving livesfrom abortion by providing financial and emotionalsupport to women facing unplanned or difficultpregnancies. She has been active in the pro-lifemovement for many years, driven by a deep passion forempowering women to choose life through compassionand practical help.Let Them Live began when Emily and her husband,Nathan, stepped in to support a woman who wasconsidering abortion due to financial hardship. That singleact of generosity changed the course of a life—andsparked a nationwide movement. Since then, Let ThemLive has helped nearly 1,000 women choose life for theirbabies by addressing the real-life pressures that oftenlead to abortion."Check out https://letthemlive.org for more information!

Sheng Zhong, Ph.D. pioneers technologies that advance women's reproductive health. Zhong develops a minimally invasive method to analyze extracellular RNA secreted by embryos during IVF. By sequencing tiny samples of spent culture media, they generate comprehensive RNA profiles and use machine learning to identify biomarkers that predict embryo quality with accuracy comparable to traditional imaging. This breakthrough offers a gentler, data-driven alternative for assessing embryo viability, with the potential to improve live birth rates and support families navigating infertility. Zhong's research highlights the power of molecular innovation to transform fertility care and address critical challenges in women's health. Series: "Motherhood Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40676]

Sheng Zhong, Ph.D. pioneers technologies that advance women's reproductive health. Zhong develops a minimally invasive method to analyze extracellular RNA secreted by embryos during IVF. By sequencing tiny samples of spent culture media, they generate comprehensive RNA profiles and use machine learning to identify biomarkers that predict embryo quality with accuracy comparable to traditional imaging. This breakthrough offers a gentler, data-driven alternative for assessing embryo viability, with the potential to improve live birth rates and support families navigating infertility. Zhong's research highlights the power of molecular innovation to transform fertility care and address critical challenges in women's health. Series: "Motherhood Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40676]

Sheng Zhong, Ph.D. pioneers technologies that advance women's reproductive health. Zhong develops a minimally invasive method to analyze extracellular RNA secreted by embryos during IVF. By sequencing tiny samples of spent culture media, they generate comprehensive RNA profiles and use machine learning to identify biomarkers that predict embryo quality with accuracy comparable to traditional imaging. This breakthrough offers a gentler, data-driven alternative for assessing embryo viability, with the potential to improve live birth rates and support families navigating infertility. Zhong's research highlights the power of molecular innovation to transform fertility care and address critical challenges in women's health. Series: "Motherhood Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40676]

Sheng Zhong, Ph.D. pioneers technologies that advance women's reproductive health. Zhong develops a minimally invasive method to analyze extracellular RNA secreted by embryos during IVF. By sequencing tiny samples of spent culture media, they generate comprehensive RNA profiles and use machine learning to identify biomarkers that predict embryo quality with accuracy comparable to traditional imaging. This breakthrough offers a gentler, data-driven alternative for assessing embryo viability, with the potential to improve live birth rates and support families navigating infertility. Zhong's research highlights the power of molecular innovation to transform fertility care and address critical challenges in women's health. Series: "Motherhood Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40676]

Sheng Zhong, Ph.D. pioneers technologies that advance women's reproductive health. Zhong develops a minimally invasive method to analyze extracellular RNA secreted by embryos during IVF. By sequencing tiny samples of spent culture media, they generate comprehensive RNA profiles and use machine learning to identify biomarkers that predict embryo quality with accuracy comparable to traditional imaging. This breakthrough offers a gentler, data-driven alternative for assessing embryo viability, with the potential to improve live birth rates and support families navigating infertility. Zhong's research highlights the power of molecular innovation to transform fertility care and address critical challenges in women's health. Series: "Motherhood Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40676]

Sheng Zhong, Ph.D. pioneers technologies that advance women's reproductive health. Zhong develops a minimally invasive method to analyze extracellular RNA secreted by embryos during IVF. By sequencing tiny samples of spent culture media, they generate comprehensive RNA profiles and use machine learning to identify biomarkers that predict embryo quality with accuracy comparable to traditional imaging. This breakthrough offers a gentler, data-driven alternative for assessing embryo viability, with the potential to improve live birth rates and support families navigating infertility. Zhong's research highlights the power of molecular innovation to transform fertility care and address critical challenges in women's health. Series: "Motherhood Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40676]

Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center. In this listener Q&A episode, the docs take on an emotionally tough but important topic: what to do after a failed IVF cycle. They dive deep into strategies to improve egg numbers, enhance embryo quality, and increase the chances of implantation success in future cycles. The conversation includes how a hysteroscopy can help detect fibroids or polyps that might create inflammation in the uterus, the impact of bacterial inflammation, and diagnostic tools like the ReceptivaDx test, which checks for the inflammatory marker BCL-6. BCL-6 may be linked with inflammation from endometriosis. The docs also touch on evaluating sperm DNA fragmentation and exploring the uterine microbiome. For those with positive signs of inflammation, treatment options such as Lupron or even laparoscopy to remove endometriosis are discussed. And don't miss the discussion on progesterone timing for frozen embryo transfer cycles—why the number of hours of exposure to progesterone can be critical for opening the window of implantation at just the right time. Tune in for a practical, science-based guide to navigating next steps after IVF doesn't go as planned. This episode was sponsored by ReceptivaDx.

We have FINALLY booked and committed to our frozen embryo transfer cycle, I am currently on day 26 of my cycle (the cycle before our FET cycle), I took the injection on day 21 of my current cycle to shut my ovaries down to go in to a fully medicated transfer. We talk about the realisation that I have been suffering for (likely) years with perimenopause and I have just discovered HRT and now I have to wave goodbye to it, all within the same month, so I can start my FET IVF protocol!This is literally a hormonal rollercoaster and we are just taking things one step at a time. Thank you for coming along with us and we hope that you enjoy the episode!all our love, Emma and GarethFind daily updates on my instagram https://www.instagram.com/emmakbelle

Your favorite Buzzkill duo are back at it with hot takes, hot guests, and plenty of RAGE! What went down this week in Abobolandia? Well… let's just start with a win—Ken Paxton: 0 Texas abortion provider, Dr. Margaret Carpenter: 1. HUZZAH! Also, what happens in West Virginia certainly won't stay in West Virginia—we're laying out the latest terrible, horrible, no good, very bad decision curbing access to medication abortion from the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in West Virginia *barf*. AND we're making some sense of the clear-as-swamp water Kentucky case that makes us wonder—what do frozen eggs have to do with the right to sue? GUEST ROLL CALL!Joining the Buzzkills this week is Chase Strangio, Co-Director of the ACLU's LGBTQ & HIV Project, to break down the intersections of abortion care and trans care, and how the media (NOT SCIENCE) has literally done all of the work in forming anti-trans bias. PLUS!!! Showing up to FBK with the palate cleanser we all need is the FABU and ICONIC actress and recording artist Peppermint! She's showing us what trans resilience and JOY truly look like, and how she finds the strength to keep fighting. Scared? Got questions about the continued assault on your reproductive rights? THE FBK LINES ARE OPEN! Just call or text (201) 574-7402, leave your questions or concerns, and Lizz and Moji will pick a few to address on the pod! Times are heavy, but knowledge is power, y'all. We gotchu.  OPERATION SAVE ABORTION: Sign up for virtual 2025 OSA workshop on August 9th! You can still join the 10,000+ womb warriors fighting the patriarchy by listening to our past Operation Save Abortion pod series and Mifepristone Panel by clicking HERE for episodes, your toolkit, marching orders, and more. HOSTS:Lizz Winstead IG: @LizzWinstead Bluesky: @LizzWinstead.bsky.socialMoji Alawode-El IG: @Mojilocks Bluesky: @Mojilocks.bsky.social SPECIAL GUESTS:Chase Strangio IG: @Chasestrangio Bluesky: @Chasestrangio.bsky.socialPeppermint IG: @Peppermint247 TikTok: @Therealpeppermint247 GUEST LINKS:WATCH: “Heightened Scrutiny” DocumentaryACLU Website IG: @ACLU_nationwide Bluesky: @ACLU.orgDONATE: The ACLU LGBTQ & HIV ProjectREAD: Andrea Gibson's PoetryWATCH: Enigma on HBOPeppermint's Documentary “A Deeper Love”Peppermint's WebsitePeppermint's LinktreePep & Hugh's Queer History 101 Book ClubREAD:  Transgender History by Susan StrykerREAD: Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel WilkersonREAD: So Many Stars by Caro De RobertisREAD: Another Word for Love by Carvell Wallace NEWS DUMP:Respectful Treatment of Unborn Remains Act of 2025Republicans Propose National Ban on Flushing AbortionsNY County Official Refuses to Enforce Texas Sanction Against Doctor in Abortion CaseNew VA Law Prompts Walmart's Online Data Collection Pop-UpsJewish Woman's Challenge of Kentucky's Abortion Ban Gets Green Light From Appeals CourtWV Can Restrict Abortion Pill Access, Appeals Court Says EPISODE LINKS:ADOPT-A-CLINIC: Palmetto State Abortion Fund's WishlistBUY AAF MERCH!SIGN UP 8/9: Operation Save AbortionEMAIL your abobo questions to The Feminist BuzzkillsAAF's Abortion-Themed Rage Playlist SHOULD I BE SCARED? Text or call us with the abortion news that is scaring you: (201) 574-7402 FOLLOW US:Listen to us ~ FBK Podcast Instagram ~ @AbortionFrontBluesky ~ @AbortionFrontTikTok ~ @AbortionFrontFacebook ~ @AbortionFrontYouTube ~ @AbortionAccessFront TALK TO THE CHARLEY BOT FOR ABOBO OPTIONS & RESOURCES HERE!PATREON HERE! Support our work, get exclusive merch and more! DONATE TO AAF HERE!ACTIVIST CALENDAR HERE!VOLUNTEER WITH US HERE!ADOPT-A-CLINIC HERE!EXPOSE FAKE CLINICS HERE!GET ABOBO PILLS FROM PLAN C PILLS HERE!When BS is poppin', we pop off!

How can IVF embryos be used by dairy and beef producers to meet the changing market dynamics? Listen to this episode to find out. This episode is sponsored by Simplot Animal Sciences. SimVitro® HerdBuilder™ embryos are commercial IVF inputs with flexible, tiered-pricing options to supply a range of beef and dairy producers with select genetic traits for highly marketable cattle.

Surrogacy 4 All Now has defied convention in the Egg Donor market with the release of Guaranteed Embryos. Further information can be found at https://surrogacy4allnow.com and https://surrogacy4allnow.com/guaranteed-embryos/ Patients Medical PC City: New York Address: 1148 5th Avenue Website: https://www.patientsmedical.com/ Phone: +1 212 794 8800 Email: patientsmednyc@gmail.com

Take a sneak peak at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are:   03:32 How Many Infants Have Been Born With the Help of Assisted Reproductive Technology? 11:33 Adding Short-Duration Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Antagonist and Gonadotropin to Natural Cycle Frozen Embryo Transfer Allowed Scheduling of Transfer Day Without Compromising Live Birth 24:42 Sublingual Progesterone Lozenges Are a Viable Alternative to Intramuscular Porgesterone-in-Oil for Programmed Frozen Embryo Transfer Cycles 33:08 Perinatal Outcomes of Progesterone in Natural Frozen-Thawed Embryo Transfer Pregnancies: Insights From 2 Randomized Controlled Trials 42:38 Cost Effectiveness Analysis of Uterus Transplantation vs. Gestational Carrier for Treatment of Absolute Uterine Factor Infertility in the United States AND Comparing Gestational Carrier with Uterine Transplantion in Uterine-Factor Infertility: A Cost-Effectiveness Analysis 01:03:28 Extended Intrauterine Balloon Stent Use to Prevent Adhesion Reformation After Hysteroscopic Adhesiolysis, A Randomized Trial View the July 2025 issue, Vol 124: 1-178 - https://www.fertstert.org/issue/S0015-0282(25)X0006-6 View Fertility and Sterility at https://www.fertstert.org/  

Take a sneak peak at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are:   04:20 A Pilot Study to Investigate the Clinically Predictive Values of Copy Number Variations Detected by Next-Generation Sequencing of Cell-Free Deoxyribonucleic Acid in Spent Culture Media   17:16 The Impact of Microfluidics Sperm Processing on Blastocyst Euploidy Rates Compared with Density Gradient Centrifugation: A Sibling Oocyte Double-Blinded Prospective Randomized Trial   24:12 Prediction of Pregnancy-Related Complications in Women Undergoing Assisted Reproduction, Using Machine Learning Models   38:51 The Effect of Laser-Assisted Hatching on Vitrified/Warmed Blastocysts: The ALADDIN Randomized Controlled Trial   48:47 Assessment of Clinical Pregnancies in Up to Eight Ovarian Stimulation with Intrauterine Insemination Treatment Cycles in Those Unable to Proceed with In Vitro Fertilization   01:00:43 Intravaginal Exposure to Seminal Plasma After Ovum Pick-Up Does Not Increase Live Birth Rates after In Vitro Fertilization or Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection Treatment:  A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Randomized Trial   01:07:21 Predictive Models of Miscarriage on the Basis of Data from the Preconception Cohort Study   View this issue at https://www.fertstert.org/issue/S0015-0282(24)X0006-0 View Fertility and Sterility at https://www.fertstert.org/

This episode is us catching up with you after an almighty hiatus! It has been a hot minute... This episode was recorded in January 2025 (gosh we really are terrible with staying up to date!) and it is now July! We will be recording weekly (fingers crossed) from now until our frozen embryo Transfer, plus I have some old recordings with professionals that I will be releasing too as I know the content will be super helpful for anyone prepping for IVF. Looking forward to re-connecting with you all after such a long time and we are grateful for you coming along for the ride with us once more xEmma and Gareth xFollow along on instagram for daily updates and shares :)https://www.instagram.com/emmakbelle

https://www.draimee.org/genetics-mosaic-embryos-and-your-fertility-with-guest-meaghan-doylehttps://www.draimee.org/genetics-mosaic-embryos-and-your-fertility-with-guest-meaghan-doyleMeaghan Doyle is a genetic counsellor at Markham Fertility Centre in Ontario, Canada, specializing in infertility, preimplantation genetic testing, and preconception genetic counselling. After seeing patients who came from other clinics where access to a genetic counsellor was not available, she saw the negative impact this had on their care. She has since joined Instagram to help provide education on fertility genetics to help bridge this gap. Meaghan is passionate about genetics, and works together with patients so they can feel empowered to make decisions about their fertility treatment that are best for them. I'm delighted to have her join me on the podcast today to discuss mosaic embryos, genetics, and your fertility. We are going to discuss the success rates of transferring mosaic embryos, understanding the different rankings of mosaic embryos, and the misconceptions about mosaics. Listen on Dr. Aimee's website  Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips!  Join Egg Whisperer School Checkout the podcast Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates  Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach hands the mic to guest host Jeff Heinrich, who confronts a disturbing new trend: turning human embryos into jewelry. Drawing on biblical passages about the sacredness of life, Jeff challenges listeners to speak out against practices that commodify and devalue what God has declared holy. This episode is a sobering call for Christians to be vocal defenders of life from its very beginning.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!

In this episode, Prof. Chapman reflects on how far IVF has come—from 10% pregnancy rates and invasive laparoscopic egg collection in the 1980s, to today's advanced culture mediums, time-lapse incubators, and genetic testing of embryos. He explains the major lab-based improvements over the past five years and outlines what's next, including non-invasive embryo screening and AI-driven selection techniques. Looking ahead, he shares both the promise and caution surrounding emerging technologies that aim to improve success rates without harming viable embryos. Explore the 'Prof. Michael Chapman - The IVF Journey' Facebook Page, your reliable destination for cutting-edge insights and guidance within the realm of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). Don't miss out on the IVF Journey podcast; stay informed with the latest episode updates. Tune in for expert discussions and valuable information on navigating the intricate path of IVF.

In the final episode of this three-part mini-series, created in partnership with fertilityclinicsabroad.com, Natalie is joined once more by Joanna Jewell, Head of Patient Experience at IVF Media, to demystify the world of egg donation guarantees. Whether you're exploring donor eggs, embryo donation, or refund-based pregnancy guarantees, this episode breaks it all down. Joanna explains how these programs work, what they include, who they're for, and what to ask before you commit. What we discuss: What egg donation programs actually are and what's included The difference between oocyte and blastocyst guarantees What to expect with embryo donation and double donation (egg + sperm) Pregnancy and live birth guarantee programs and the truth behind the fine print Refund guarantees: how they work, what they cost, and how much you could get back Common requirements to qualify for guarantee programs Transparency matters: why it's essential to ask what's included and what's not Additional costs to prepare for: medication, storage fees, testing, and admin Donor availability for different ethnicities and specific features (like red hair) The emotional reality when things don't work even with a “guarantee” What support clinics do (and don't) offer after unsuccessful cycles Why support groups, peer connections, and advocacy matter in your journey Embryo shipping after Brexit: is it still possible to bring material back to the UK? Links & Resources: Let's Stay Connected Learn more at: fertilityclinicsabroad.com Follow on Instagram @fertility_clinics_abroadVisit eggdonationfriends.com for helpful resources Contact Joanna's team directly for guidance on donor programs and clinics abroad Follow Natalie on Instagram: @fertilitypoddy Don't forget to listen to Episode 1 (How to Choose a Clinic Abroad) and Episode 2 (IVF Abroad Over 40) if you missed them!

We dive into Nucleus Genomics, a startup backed by the Founders Fund, that wants to help you evaluate, rank, and name your embryos in a pre-IVF dashboard designed for “genetic optimization.” We talk about the junk science and wild ideologies that drive these desires to treat your genes and children like assets to be managed – with the ultimate goal of creating and enforcing a society ordered by genetic hierarchies. We then wrap up by tying these biotech visions to their AI counterparts in the “Gentle Singularity.” ••• This 25-Year-Old Biotech Founder Says His Startup Can ‘Optimize' Embryos for Intelligence https://www.inc.com/ben-sherry/kian-sadeghi-says-nucleus-genomics-can-optimize-embryos-for-intelligence/91198815 ••• Controversial genetics testing startup Nucleus Genomics raises $14M Series A https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/30/controversial-genetics-testing-startup-nucleus-genomics-raises-14m-series-a/ ••• Genetics testing startup Nucleus Genomics criticized for its embryo product: ‘Makes me so nauseous' https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/06/genetics-testing-startup-nucleus-genomics-criticized-for-its-embryo-product-makes-me-so-nauseous/ ••• OpenAI wins $200m contract with US military for ‘warfighting' https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/jun/17/openai-military-contract-warfighting ••• This is the gentle singularity? https://www.bloodinthemachine.com/p/this-is-the-gentle-singularity ••• China shuts down AI tools during nationwide college exams https://www.theverge.com/news/682737/china-shuts-down-ai-chatbots-exam-season Standing Plugs: ••• Order Jathan's new book: https://www.ucpress.edu/book/9780520398078/the-mechanic-and-the-luddite ••• Subscribe to Ed's substack: https://substack.com/@thetechbubble ••• Subscribe to TMK on patreon for premium episodes: https://www.patreon.com/thismachinekills Hosted by Jathan Sadowski (bsky.app/profile/jathansadowski.com) and Edward Ongweso Jr. (www.x.com/bigblackjacobin). Production / Music by Jereme Brown (bsky.app/profile/jebr.bsky.social)

In this month's Fertility & Sterility: Unplugged, we take a look at articles from F&S's sister journals! Topics this month include: efficacy of hCG in restoring spermatogenesis in men using non-prescribed androgens (1:31), assessing prediction models for the risk of OHSS in women undergoing assisted reproductive technology (13:51), utilization of a 3D in vitro co-culture system to characterize embryonic mechanisms associated with implantation (25:09), and a look at TikTok's growing influence on supplement advice for patients with PCOS (33:38). F&S Reports: https://www.fertstertreports.org/article/S2666-3341(25)00050-9/fulltext F&S Reviews: https://www.fertstertreviews.org/article/S2666-5719(24)00043-4/abstract F&S Science: https://www.fertstertscience.org/article/S2666-335X(25)00022-9/abstract  Consider this: https://www.fertstert.org/news-do/tiktok-replacing-doctors-rise-pcos-supplement-advice-online View the sister journals at: https://www.fertstertreviews.org https://www.fertstertreports.org https://www.fertstertscience.org  

In this deeply moving episode, Kelly Rogers shares her multifaceted journey through miscarriage, infertility, termination for medical reasons (TFMR), and the decade-long decision of what to do with frozen embryos. Kelly's story reveals the hidden struggles many women face - from wearing different "masks" depending on the situation to receiving monthly storage bills that repeatedly reopened wounds. What You'll Learn: - The power of taking a pause before making fertility decisions - How to navigate the complex emotions around unused embryos - Why grief after pregnancy loss feels different from other types of loss - How to rebuild your identity when your original plans don't unfold - The importance of honoring your own timeline, not society's expectations Key Topics Covered: - Multiple types of pregnancy and fertility loss - The emotional weight of frozen embryos and storage decisions - Embryo donation experiences and challenges - The concept of "drinking from your own cup" vs. external pressures - Moving from surviving to thriving after loss Creating the support you wish you'd had Kelly now offers support through her "Rediscovering Your Radiant Essence" signature series and specialised masterclasses, providing the validation and guidance she couldn't find during her own journey. Resources Mentioned: - Kelly's Instagram: @i_am_unbroken13 - Website: www.iamunbroken13.com - Masterclass: "Rediscovering Your Radiant Essence" - Specialised workshop: "Unused Embryos: Navigating Decisions and Emotions" Make sure to Connect with Kelly: For questions, support, or to learn more about her programs, reach out via Instagram DM or through her website. No matter when you are tuning in - Grab access to her Masterclasses through sending her a DM. Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: Here Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode.

Today, I'm diving into how you can optimize your fertility, especially if you're dealing with endometriosis. This episode was originally hosted by Erin and Tiffany at Fertility Village Live.  Whether you're trying to conceive naturally or preparing for IVF, understanding how endometriosis affects your fertility is key. I'll walk you through what this condition means for your eggs and embryos and offer actionable advice for improving your chances of success. We'll talk about everything from diagnosis to treatment, and I'll share the top strategies I use with my own patients to support egg quality, manage symptoms, and create the best possible environment for pregnancy. In this episode, we cover: How endometriosis affects egg and embryo quality The role of laparoscopy and when it's necessary How to tailor your fertility treatment if you have endometriosis Lifestyle changes and supplements that can support reproductive health Why early diagnosis and intervention matter for long-term fertility outcomes Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website. You can find Fertility Village, and Oasis FSN here. Do you have questions about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 4 pm PST, where I'll explain IVF and Egg Freezing, and answer your questions live on Zoom. Other ways to connect with me: Visit my YouTube channel for more fertility tipsSubscribe to the newsletter to get updatesJoin Egg Whisperer SchoolRequest a Consultation with Dr. Aimee Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well-known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

We're digging into how to prepare for a successful embryo transfer. You've cleaned up your diet, taken all the right supplements, and maybe even had a few rounds of IUI or IVF. But if implantation keeps failing, or you're dealing with low AMH, poor egg quality, or recurrent miscarriage - there's more going on. What if the issue isn't just your hormone levels or egg count… but something hidden like the vaginal or seminal microbiome, your gut health or undetected inflammation? In this episode of Get Pregnant Naturally we're looking at the often overlooked factors that are silently sabotaging your chances of getting pregnant and how functional testing and targeted support can give you answers. This episode is for you if: You've had a failed transfer, early miscarriage, or are prepping for IVF and want to understand how inflammation, microbiome, and hormone metabolism affect implantation. You've never looked into gut health, vaginal/seminal microbiome, or food sensitivities—but suspect something deeper is going on. You're ready to explore functional testing and personalized strategies to optimize your environment for egg quality, embryo health, and implantation success. In this episode you'll learn: Why the vaginal and seminal microbiome are key players in implantation and early pregnancy success. The most effective tests to identify hidden microbial imbalances in both partners. How to use targeted protocol to shift an unhealthy microbiome. The surprising ways the male microbiome can affect embryo quality and trigger inflammation in the uterus. A step-by-step functional strategy to optimize your microbiome before IVF or IUI. --- RESOURCES

In today's episode, we're sitting down with Jennifer Lahl, founder of the Center for Bioethics and Culture Network, to discuss how she founded the CBC coming from her background in the medical field. We also talk about the risks of IVF to both women and babies, and the disturbing trend of professionals in the fertility industry saying that intercourse would be for fun while all babies would be born via artificial reproductive technologies. And what is the best method to persuade others to see the harm that IVF perpetuates? Share the Arrows 2025 is on October 11 in Dallas, Texas! Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for tickets now! Sponsored by ⁠Carly Jean Los Angeles⁠, ⁠Good Ranchers⁠, and ⁠EveryLife⁠. Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/4COtBxy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Timecodes: (00:30) Introduction (05:20) What fueled Jennifer's work (08:00) IVF baby risks (15:45) What is natural (18:25) Egg selling exploitation (30:10) Persuading those against IVF (33:20) Embryo adoption (43:03) Contraception (45:50) Transgender "medicine" --- Today's Sponsors: Good Ranchers — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GoodRanchers.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to any of their boxes (but preferably the Allie Beth Stuckey Box) to get free Waygu burgers, hot dogs, bacon, or chicken wings in every box for life. Plus, you'll get $40 off when you use code ALLIE at checkout. We Heart Nutrition — Get 20% off women's vitamins with We Heart Nutrition, and get your first bottle of their new supplement, Wholesome Balance; use code ALLIE at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.WeHeartNutrition.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Pre-Born — Will you help rescue babies' lives? Donate by calling #250 & say keyword 'BABY' or go to Preborn.com/ALLIE. Fellowship Home Loans — Fellowship Home Loans is a mortgage lending company that offers home financing solutions while integrating Christian values such as honesty, integrity, and stewardship. Go to ⁠⁠fellowshiphomeloans.com/allie⁠⁠ to get up to $500 credit towards closing costs when you finance with Fellowship Home Loans. --- Related Episodes: Ep 1171 | Egg Donation Centers Are Exploiting College Girls & Military Wives | Guest: Kallie Fell https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1171-egg-donation-centers-are-exploiting-college/id1359249098?i=1000703514590 Ep 681 | Gender Identity or Sexual Fetish? & Big Win for Virginia Parents | Guest: Jennifer Lahl https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-681-sexual-fetish-or-transgender-big-win-for-virginia/id1359249098?i=1000580099826 Ep 1037 | The Government Doesn't Want Christians to Adopt | Guest: Josh Weigel https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1037-the-government-doesnt-want-christians-to/id1359249098?i=1000663017509 Ep 927 | Is Tumblr Making Kids Trans? | Guest: Daisy Strongin (Part One) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-927-is-tumblr-making-kids-trans-guest-daisy-strongin/id1359249098?i=1000640465566 Ep 928 | Losing ‘Gender Identity' & Finding My Faith | Guest: Daisy Strongin (Part Two) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-928-from-transition-to-conversion-guest-daisy-strongin/id1359249098?i=1000640577375 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://alliebethstuckey.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Scott and guest host Carmen Imes discuss: Can AI romantic chatbots become dangerously addictive? Exploring the emotional and ethical consequences of these pseudo-relationships.What do couples do with leftover embryos after IVF? A Psychology Today article opens a discussion on grief, responsibility, and the image of God.New genetic screening allows parents to select embryos based on up to 900 traits—raising urgent questions about modern eugenics and human worth.A report from The Marshall Project details how some U.S. prisons deprive inmates of sunlight and fresh air.Honoring the lives and legacies of Jennifer Lyell, a courageous abuse survivor, and Walter Brueggemann, a groundbreaking Old Testament scholar.Listener Questions: Bible translation preferences, defining God's sovereignty, and how Christians should think about taxes in light of American history.==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

Today we discuss hummingbirds, baby making, longevity hacking, and Jeffrey Epstein, before finishing up with a short discussion of the riots in LA. A new company is promising future parents that they will be able to create long-lived babies—what could go wrong? Also, how likely are they to be able to make good on their promises? We discuss, as always, with an evolutionary lens. Also: what a great business model! And: it is easier to fix something that is broken than it is to improve something that works. Then: Jeffrey Epstein apparently did kill himself after all. Or did he?*****Our sponsors:Manukora: the most flavorful, delicious, and nutritious honey you'll ever have. Get $25 off your starter kit at http://www.Manukora.com/DarkHorsePique's Nandaka: delicious mushroom, tea, and chocolate drink that provides all day energy. Get 20% off plus free frother+beaker at http://www.Piquelife.com/DARKHORSESundays: Dog food so tasty and healthy, even husbands swear by it. Go to http://www.sundaysfordogs.com/DARKHORSE to receive 35% off your first order.*****Join us on Locals! Get access to our Discord server, exclusive live streams, live chats for all streams, and early access to many podcasts: https://darkhorse.locals.comHeather's newsletter, Natural Selections (subscribe to get free weekly essays in your inbox): https://naturalselections.substack.comOur book, A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century, is available everywhere books are sold, including from Amazon: https://amzn.to/3AGANGg (commission earned)Check out our store! Epic tabby, digital book burning, saddle up the dire wolves, and more: https://darkhorsestore.org*****Mentioned in this episode:Wall Street Journal: Longevity Is Now a Factor When Picking an Embryo for IVF: https://www.wsj.com/health/embryo-ivf-screening-longevity-2b1f096aKoestler, The Act of Creation: https://amzn.to/4jIOXHq (commission earned)Kash Patel & Don Bongino on Fox: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqI_sFSPbJQPatel on JRE about Epstein: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVlCUzbxtoESupport the show

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter This is part two of a two-part mini-series on fertility and reproductive health. Paula Amato is a leading expert in female reproductive health and infertility, widely recognized for her contributions to advancing fertility treatment and research. In this episode, which follows last week's conversation on male fertility, Paula explores the biology of female fertility, including how hormonal changes regulate the menstrual cycle and ovulation, what those patterns reveal about fertility potential, and why both partners should be evaluated early in infertility workups. She discusses the role of the fallopian tubes, the causes of miscarriage, the impact of age and lifestyle on fertility, and treatment options for conditions like PCOS—including the emerging use of GLP-1 agonists. The episode also covers the evolution of IVF, advances in pre-implantation genetic testing, egg freezing, and the promise and limitations of next-generation reproductive technologies. We discuss: The finite nature of a woman's egg reserve, how it changes over time, and the basic process of ovulation and fertilization [3:00]; How hormones influence egg selection, and how and why chromosomal errors lead to most miscarriages [5:30]; The full journey of conception—from hormonal cues triggering ovulation, to fertilization, embryo development, implantation, and early pregnancy risks [16:30]; How infertility is defined and diagnosed, and the broader trends contributing to rising infertility rates [25:15]; Fallopian tube damage: how STDs and scarring impact fertility and raise ectopic pregnancy risk [31:30]; Unexplained infertility: how doctors evaluate ovulation and cycles—and why more research on women's health is needed [41:00]; The defining symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), its hormonal characteristics, and its relationship with insulin resistance [44:00]; Managing PCOS without pregnancy: cycle regulation, androgen suppression, and insulin resistance treatment [46:00]; The treatment approach for women with PCOS who are trying to conceive: GLP-1 use, ovulation induction, and timing protocols [49:45]; Barriers to getting informed fertility care for PCOS: limited provider knowledge and access, insurance gaps, and next steps when ovulation treatments don't lead to pregnancy [55:45]; Fertility treatment for women with unexplained infertility, risk of multiple pregnancies with superovulation, and more [1:03:00]; Intrauterine insemination (IUI): process, success rates, and when in vitro fertilization (IVF) becomes the better option [1:07:00]; The history of in vitro fertilization (IVF), and how access and acceptance have evolved over time [1:16:45]; The step-by-step process of IVF [1:19:30]; The IVF lab process: egg retrieval, fertilization, embryo culture, and freezing [1:26:30]; Genetic testing and embryo selection in IVF: aneuploidy screening, polygenic traits, and ethical concerns [1:41:15]; Embryo transfer in IVF: timing, uterine preparation, and implantation support [1:47:30]; Egg donation in IVF: indications, donor guidelines, and other considerations [1:50:45]; How to choose the right IVF clinic [1:54:45]; Innovations in fertility on the horizon, advice about freezing eggs, and more [2:02:00]; Optimizing fertility through lifestyle: diet, stress management, sleep, exercise, and supplementation [2:07:45]; Promising areas of fertility research [2:15:45]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

Ep. 188: In this episode, Greg and I are finally sharing the full story behind my pregnancy—from our IVF journey and emotional HCG scare to what it felt like watching the embryo transfer in real time. We talk about stepping back from social media, what I learned from two months offline, and how that reset helped my mental health. We also answer your questions about body image, relationship shifts, and how we're preparing for birth, parenting, and life as a growing family. This one's deeply personal, wildly honest, and full of moments we'll never forget. Come listen in—I'm so excited to share this with you. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari's Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast's Instagram click here! For Mari's Newsletter click here! For Greg's Instagram click here! Sponsored By: Get $100 toward Function Health — the most advanced at-home lab testing. First 1000 only: functionhealth.com/pow Get 20% off Foria's all-natural Relief Melts & Salve at foriawellness.com/POW or with code POW at checkout. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/POW and get on your way to being your best self. Sleep deeper & wake refreshed with Dream Recovery. Get an exclusive discount at dreamrecovery.io using code PURSUIT15 at checkout. Get $30 off your first Wildgrain box—plus free croissants in every box—at wildgrain.com/POW or use code POW. Skip the grocery store markup—shop Thrive Market for 30% off your first order plus a free $60 gift at thrivemarket.com/POW. Buy 4 cartons of David Protein Bars, get the 5th free—exclusively at davidprotein.com/POW. High protein, no sugar, no junk. Show Links: For a human-safe approach to home cleaning, support friend-of-the-show Branch Basics. Support digestion, fight bloat, and boost energy with Bloom Greens & Superfoods—38 ingredients packed into one delicious daily scoop. Topics discussed: 00:00:14: Mari back in the studio 00:00:55: Two month hiatus for social media 00:05:35: Embryo ranking 00:06:48: Embryo transfer 00:07:42: Finding out they're expecting 00:12:18: Can the animals sense the pregnancy? 00:13:17: The pregnancy doesn't feel real 00:14:50: How has your relationship evolved throughout the pregnancy? 00:23:07: Any reason for having to go through IVF? 00:24:00: Body image and pregnancy 00:26:54: Do you recommend IVF? 00:27:43: Baby's nursery 00:29:34: Where's Lulu? 00:30:02: Pregnancy cravings 00:32:41: Will you do IVF for future babies? 00:33:16: Biggest lesson learned giving up social media 00:36:42: Sharing your baby online 00:42:07: How thinking has shifted since expecting 00:43:37: Eating liver 00:44:09: How Mari's workouts have changed 00:45:19: How many kids do you want? 00:45:43: How did we find out the gender 00:47:02: Birthing plan 00:48:23: Still a firm believer in pomegranate juice and seeds? 00:48:41: Home birth? 00:49:08: Transfer success advice 00:51:06: Progesterone shots 00:52:03: Due date 00:52:05: Bloom prenatal?

Stephanie Gray Connors is an international speaker and author of On IVF, known for addressing complex bioethical issues like infertility, abortion, and assisted suicide. She has given over 1,000 presentations across North America and internationally, including at Yale, UC Berkeley, and Google headquarters. Stephanie has debated prominent abortion advocates such as Peter Singer and Dr. Fraser Fellows, and her audiences range from medical students to global conference attendees. She has authored multiple books, been featured in hundreds of media interviews, and holds a BA in Political Science from UBC and a certification in Health Care Ethics from the NCBC.

A newly available kind of genetic testing, called polygenic embryo screening, promises to screen for conditions that can include cancer, obesity, autism, bipolar disorder, even celiac disease. These conditions are informed by many genetic variants and environmental factors - so companies like Orchid and Heliospect assign risk scores to each embryo for a given condition. These tests are expensive, only available through IVF, and some researchers question how these risk scores are calculated. But what would it mean culturally if more people tried to screen out some of these conditions? And how does this connect to societal ideas about whose lives are meaningful? Brittany gets into it with Vardit Ravitsky, senior lecturer at Harvard Medical School and president of the Hastings Center, a non-partisan bioethics research center, and Katie Hasson, associate director of the Center for Genetics and Society, a nonprofit public affairs organization that advocates for responsible use of genetic technology.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy