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Alice D. Domar, Ph.D. Hands down the most experienced and published mind in the field of reproductive psychology. This interview will introduce you to Dr Domar and her long standing dedication to influencing the reproductive health field and its need to integrate psychological care as standard practice in conventional fertility care and IVF.  So much valuable information tucked into this podcast, but she does boil it all down to 4 main recommendations… Do not suffer in silence, seek out mental health care Don't expect your partner to feel the same way you do Your relationship with your REI is important, switch doctors if necessary You do not have to go to that baby shower ABOUT DR. ‘ALI' DOMAR Dr. Domar is a health psychologist 1987 who focuses on the application of mind/body medicine to women's health issues. Her plethora of research focuses on the relationship between stress and infertility, with a focus on the impact of cognitive behavioral interventions as well as access to care and patient retention. Alice “Ali” Domar, Ph.D., joined Inception Fertility in 2022 as Chief Compassion Officer. She is also a senior staff psychologist in the department of obstetrics and gynecology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and an associate professor of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology at Harvard Medical School.  Dr. Domar is on the board for Parents Magazine and served 10 years on the board of Resolve, the National Infertility Association. She is the author of eight books, including Conquering Infertility and Patient-Centered Assisted Reproduction: How to Integrate Exceptional Care with Cutting Edge Technology, and is the co-creator of the apps FertiCalm and FertiStrong. She is a former chair ASRM's mental health professionals group. RESOURCES / REFERENCES HARVARD CV  [https://connects.catalyst.harvard.edu/Profiles/display/Person/28392] - This includes a listing of all the research discussed & published by Dr. Domar.   INCEPTION [https://inceptionfertility.com/] - a network of brands that touches every stage of the fertility lifecycle (IVF centres, research, tech, financing, egg bank, cryo, Rx, supplements) PRELUDE NETWORK [https://www.preludefertility.com/dr-alice-domar] - Subsidiary of Inception, network of fertility centres in N America (offer compassionate care at every step of the patient journey) PACIFIC CENTRE for REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE [https://www.pacificfertility.ca] - Dr. Jon Havelock and his team at PCRM (Vancouver, Victoria, Edmonton) are members of the Prelude Network.  CONQUERING INFERTILITY [https://a.co/d/dmzUCjP] - Dr Domar's landmark book, revised edition published January 2025.  OTO STRESS / FERTILITY RESEARCH [https://fertilitystudies.com/oto/] - OTO and Inception Fertility (Dr Domar) and its family of brands, including The Prelude Network®, are partnering in a research study investigating the impact (if any) stress has on IVF cycle outcomes. ----- #mentalhealth #ivf #infertility  Podcast Website page -  ----- For more Episodes & Videos visit The Conception Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@TheConceptionChannel YOU CAN ALSO LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE CONCEPTION CHANNEL PODCAST ON ALL YOUR FAVOURITE PODCAST PLATFORMS. ----- CONNECT WITH DR PENTLAND Private practice: https://drspencepentland.com/ Fertility Clinics: https://yinstill.com/

What happens when life throws you a curveball? In today's episode of "Step Into the Pivot," we are joined by the inspiring Dr. Elizabeth Grill, a health psychologist and medical researcher who shares her journey through the tumultuous waters of divorce and family court battles. Dr. Grill opens up about the survival mode mindset that took over during these challenging times, and the crucial role a strong support system played in her resilience.Imagine suddenly finding yourself as a full-time parent without financial stability or childcare support. A life-altering court decision propelled Elizabeth into immediate problem-solving mode, eventually resulting in personal growth and the birth of new business ideas. It's a story of resilience and innovation, where channeling energy into positive pursuits not only restored confidence but also inspired others along the way. “By listening to empowering narratives during my daily commutes, I found purpose and motivation amid adversity, reinforcing the belief that every challenge can be an opportunity in disguise.”Guest Bio:Dr. Elizabeth Grill is the Director of psychological services at the Ronald O. Perelman and Claudia Cohen Center for Reproductive Medicine and is Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology in the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Reproductive Medicine, and Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine. She is also an Assistant Attending Psychologist at New York-Presbyterian Hospital.Dr. Grill is established as a nationally recognized expert and innovator in reproductive and sexual mental health.  She is the current Chair of RESOLVE, the National Infertility Patient Organization, the Past Chair of the Mental Health Professional Group of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the Past President of the Society for Sex Therapy and Research. Dr. Grill is experienced as a health psychologist and medical researcher with a special focus on the emotional aspects of infertility, IVF treatment, third party reproduction, oncofertility, fertility preservation, sexual dysfunction, and stress and infertility.  She is also the co-owner of FertiCalm and FertiStrong, the first digital apps developed to reduce distress for those experiencing infertility, using research proven modalities. Dr. Grill is an editorial reviewer for the top peer reviewed journals in the field, the author of numerous articles and book chapters, has lectured worldwide to patient and medical audiences and has participated in media interviews related to the emotional aspects of reproductive medicine. Connect with Elizabeth:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlizgrill/ Connect with Theresa and Ivana: Websites: Theresa, True Strategy Consultants: https://tsc-consultants.com/ Ivana, Courageous Being: https://www.courageousbeing.com/ Instagram: Ivana: https://www.instagram.com/courbeing/ Theresa: https://www.instagram.com/tscconsultants/ LinkedIn: Step into the Pivot: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/step-into-the-pivot/ Theresa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tree-conti/ Ivana: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivipol/

In this compelling and enlightening episode, we delve into the complex relationship between stress and the ability to conceive. Our esteemed guest, Dr. Domar, brings a wealth of expertise as the Chief Compassion Officer at Inception, director of the Inception Research Institute. and an associate professor of ob/gyn at Harvard Medical School.  Drawing from her extensive experience in cognitive behavior therapy and her bestselling book, "Conquering Infertility," Dr. Domar explores the impact of stress on pregnancy rates and the psychological well-being of individuals and couples struggling with infertility.  At the heart of the conversation are the significance of patient-centered care and the patient experience in the realm of infertility treatment. Dr. Domar advocates for providing comprehensive support to patients, equipping them with essential skills to conquer the challenges of infertility and remain resilient throughout their journey. Join us as we engage in this thought-provoking dialogue, where Dr. Domar shares her invaluable insights, research findings, and strategies for supporting individuals and couples on their fertility journey. This episode promises to be a source of empowerment, understanding, and hope for those navigating the challenging path of infertility, fostering a more positive and compassionate approach to infertility treatment and family creation.   Key Topics: The impact of stress on infertility and pregnancy rates. The emotional burden faced by individuals and couples struggling with infertility. The importance of patient-centered care and support during infertility treatment. Coping strategies to manage stress and navigate the challenges of infertility. Advances in infertility treatment, such as IVF, and their potential for success. The goal of building families and reframing the language around infertility treatment. About Alice Domar: Dr. Domar is a health psychologist who focuses on the application of mind/body medicine to women's health issues. Her research focuses on the relationship between stress and infertility, with a focus on the impact of cognitive behavioral interventions as well as access to care and patient retention. Dr. Domar is on the board for Parents Magazine and served 10 years on the board of Resolve, the National Infertility Association. She is the author of eight books, including Conquering Infertility and Patient-Centered Assisted Reproduction: How to Integrate Exceptional Care with Cutting Edge Technology, and is the co-creator of the apps FertiCalm and FertiStrong. She is a former chair of ASRM's mental health professionals group. Where To Find Alice Domar:     https://inceptionfertility.com/ Instagram & Facebook: @prelude_fertility  Instagram & Facebook: Inception Fertility How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC)   Acubalance.ca book virtual or in person conscious work sessions with Dr. Lorne Brown  Lornebrown.com - videos & more offerings   Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/     Download a free copy of the Acubalance Fertility Diet & Recipes and a copy of the ebook 5 Ways to Maximize Your Chances of Getting Pregnant from Acubalance.ca Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram:   @acubalancewellnesscentre @conscious_fertility_podcast @lorne_brown_official DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

NIAW-Double Episode Week!   As we enter National Infertility Awareness week, we are grateful to share the wisdom of two wonderful guests, Elizabeth Grill, PsyD who is incoming Chair of RESOLVE, the national infertility organization, and Barb Collura, RESOLVE's President and CEO.   In this episode (1 of 2), we meet with Elizabeth Grill, PsyD.  She is the Director of Psychological Services at the Ronald O. Perelman and Claudia Cohen Center for Reproductive Medicine and is Associate Professor of Psychology in the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Reproductive Medicine, and Psychiatry at Weill Medical College of Cornell University.  She is experienced as a counseling psychologist and medical researcher with a special focus on the emotional aspects of infertility, IVF treatment, third party reproduction, oncofertility, fertility preservation, sexual dysfunction, and stress and infertility. She is the President for the Society for Sex Therapy and Research and Secretary and Chair for RESOLVE, the National Infertility Association. Dr. Grill is also the co-owner of FertiCalm and FertiStrong, the first digital apps developed to treat the daily stressors faced by individuals and couples experiencing infertility, using research proven modalities.   In this episode, Dr. Grill and I discuss the transition from infertility to donor conception, the shame faced by so many who use donor conception, the differences between men and women using donor conception, isolation and how to treat it and more. We address many of the issues that are at the heart of what can make using donor conception to build your family so stressful.   Take these words of wisdom to heart, replay when you need a reminder you are not alone and join RESOLVE, if you haven't already. And…tune in for our second episode in two days.  See you there! #NIAW #NIAW2023 #IFAwareness #NationalInfertilityAwarenessWeek    If you are interested in any of the topics discussed in this episode... Subscribe to the YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thecenterforfamilybuilding You can also find me and lots of great resources at https://familybuilding.net/ Join our community, We would love to have you. https://familybuilding.net/newsletter-sign-up/ Follow me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecenterforfamilybuilding/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecenterforfamilybuilding/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FamilyBuild TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@familybuildingcenter Looking for My Lifebook? https://a.co/d/deSACrM  

Today we had the honor of learning from Dr. Alice Domar, a health psychologist who focuses on the application of mind/body medicine to women's health issues. Dr. Domar serves as the Chief Compassion Officer at Inception Fertility, as a senior staff psychologist in the department of obstetrics and gynecology at Beth Israel, and as an associate professor of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology at Harvard Medical School. She is on the board for Parents Magazine and served 10 years on the board of Resolve. Additionally, she is the former chair of ASRM's mental health professionals group. She has also written eight books and is the co-creator of the apps FertiCalm and FertiStrong. Dr. Domar shares with us what it was like to grow up with a child of parents facing infertility and how the experience impacted her life, how to tell someone struggling with infertility that you're expecting, the connection between stress and infertility, some psychological interventions that improve pregnancy rates, and the technology she has been working on to help individuals cope with various situations when experiencing infertility. We have learned a tremendous amount from Dr. Domar and we know you will too!

Join us this week as we interview Reproductive Endocrinologist, Dr. Sasha Hakman, MD, about how to optimize your lifestyle for the best fertility outcomes. We talk about everything from supplements to weight training to tackling the big question "should I get the COVID-19 vaccination if I am TTC?"  Dr. Sasha Hakman is a board certified OBGYN and a Reproductive Endocrinologist and infertility specialist who is passionate about lifestyle modifications to optimize your natural fertility. Her goal in this episode is to help women understand that although there is little they can do to prevent infertility, there are some valuable lifestyle changes that may help maximize their treatment success. Links:  Dr. Hakman's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sashahakmanmd/ Dr. Hakman's website:  https://www.sashahakman.com/ Gainsbybrains: https://www.instagram.com/gainsbybrains/ Alexia Clark: https://www.instagram.com/alexia_clark/ Ferticalm: https://www.instagram.com/ferticalm/ 

Es común que te digan que no te estreses, sobretodo cuando estás buscando embarazarte. Paradójicamente el estrés incrementa cuando intentamos ignorarlo, por eso es importante aceptarlo para poder fluir con él. No hay evidencia de alto nivel que afirme que el estrés afecta directamente a la infertilidad, sin embargo sí está comprobado que el estrés tiene repercusiones físicas en nosotros, con alcances distintos en cada individuo. En el episodio mencionamos varias herramientas emocionales que nos ayudan a sobrellevar este tema con mayor naturalidad, como las apps "Mindful IVF" o "Ferticalm", o prácticas tan simples como agendar unas horas a la semana para salir a divertirte con tu pareja. Queremos saber más de ti: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mentefertilpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentefertilpodcast Mail: mentefertilpodcast@gmail.com

While many women spend most of their early years trying to avoid pregnancy, what happens when you finally decide you’re ready to conceive...but can’t?  In this episode of You Time, Carley chats candidly with Dr. Zen about the struggles modern women are having with fertility, conception, and postpartum. She shares knowledgeable insight, helpful tools, and her favorite supportive tools for increasing your fertility naturally. About Dr. Zen Dr, Alissia Zenhausern, NMD, commonly known by her patients as Dr. Zen, is a licensed naturopathic physician and the founder of NMD Wellness of Scottsdale, a premier naturopathic private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona where she focuses on women's health, hormones, and fertility.  She believes in educating, inspiring, and most importantly, empowering her patients to take control of their health naturally. You can connect with Dr. Zen on Instagram and learn more about her NMD practice in Scottsdale, AZ. Topics Covered: What is a Naturopathic doctor? | 1:55 Fertility struggle + tips for preparing your body | 5:35 Men play a roll | 9:51 Nutrition and your body | 11:42 Mindset Support | 16:37 Supporting your body after birth control | 24:40 Navigating postpartum challenges | 34:20 You are not alone | 40:06 Wellness is a constant flow | 41:49 Additional Resources: Below you’ll find support tools to help you increase your fertility naturally and support your mind and body through pre-conception and postpartum. Check out Dr. Zen’s favorites: Femometer ovulation test strips to help predict your fertile window naturally Klaire Labs prenatal and nursing formula to support mother and baby Prenatal pro essential packets for optimized pre-conception nutrition Ferticalm app for iPhone and Android Sakara Life plant-based meal program (save 20% on your program with code XOCARLEY at checkout) Additionally, Carley’s picks (plus some extra savings!) are below: Track your basal body temperature and fertility window with the Daysy Fertility Monitor (click here to save $30!) At-Home fertility hormone testing with Modern Fertility (click here to save $10!)

Dr. Alice “Ali” Domar, Ph.D, is a health psychologist who focuses on the application of mind/body medicine to women's health issues. Her research focuses on the relationship between stress and infertility, with a focus on the impact of cognitive behavioral interventions as well as access to care and patient retention. She is also a practicing psychologist and does individual, couples, and group therapy. She is the executive director of the Domar Centers for Mind/Body Health, the director of integrative care at Boston IVF, and an associate professor of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology, part-time, at Harvard Medical School. She is a past-chair of the mental health professional group of ASRM and an editor for “Fertility and Sterility”.   Dr. Domar is on the board for Parents Magazine and served ten years on the board of Resolve, the National Infertility Association. She is the narrator of the DVD’s “Stress and Relaxation Explained” and “Infertility Explained”. She is the author of seven books, including “Conquering Infertility” and the co-creator of the apps FertiCalm and FertiStrong. She is an editor for a new textbook coming out in 2020, “Patient-Centered Assisted Reproduction: How to Integrate Exceptional Care with Cutting-Edge Technology”, Cambridge University Press (Domar AD, Sakkas D, Toth,T). https://www.domarcenter.com www.ferticalm.com www.fertistrong.com For more information about Michelle, visit www.thewholesomelotus.com For information on the Wholesome Fertility Method online program visit www.thewholesomefertilitymethod.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/

In this episode, Griffin talks to Dr. Alice Domar, a psychologist and the co-creator or Ferticalm and Fertistrong apps. After many studies, Dr. Domar concluded that the infertility practices needed to become more patient centered care in order to reduce the dropout rates of those patients who have insurance. The number one reason for infertility patient dropout is stress. Reducing that stress can help patients to stay in treatment and then in turn help practices to keep business up.

Interview with Alice (Ally) Domar & Elizabeth (Liz) Grill The psychological journey through infertility for a man is a lonely confusing one. Most men recoil due to ignorance or ego, and the ones that try to step in and play active role do so with little support or understanding of how to 'be' with their wife through this difficult time. Well, Ally and Liz have gone to great lengths to try and remedy this situation. They have planted the seed and now it is all of our turn to help 'fertilize' the male mental-emotional side of modern reproduction.  ~ Spence Email domar@domarcenter.com lizgrill@yahoo.com Websites ferticalm.com fertistrong.com ALICE DOMAR Professional Profile 1980 BA Colby College, Waterville Maine 1986 MA and Ph.D in Health Psychology, Yeshiva University, New York NY 1987 Massachusetts clinical psychologist license Author or co-author of seven books including Conquering Infertility Co-founder of the new apps FertiCalm and FertiStrong Leading expert on the relationship between stress and infertility Board Member for Resolve: The National Infertility Organization, 2006-2016 Currently Executive Director, Domar Centers for Mind/Body Health Director of Integrative Care at Boston IVF Senior Staff Psychologist, Dept of Ob/Gyn, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology, part-time, Harvard Medical School ELIZABETH GRILL Professional Profile Director of Psychological Services at the Ronald O. Perelman and Claudia Cohen Center for Reproductive Medicine Associate Professor of Psychology in the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Reproductive Medicine and Psychiatry of Weill Cornell Medical College Assistant Attending Psychologist at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Experienced psychologist and medical researcher with a special focus on the emotional aspects of infertility, IVF treatment, third party reproduction, fertility preservation, oncofertility, stress and infertility, and sexual dysfunction.  Postdoctoral training includes a fellowship year at the Center for Reproductive Medicine of Weill Cornell Medical College. Trained and certified at the Mind/Body Institute at Harvard Medical School and developed and conducts stress management workshops for infertility patients focusing on relaxation techniques, cognitive restructuring, assertiveness skills and other helpful ways to manage emotional distress Completed a two-year fellowship as a sex therapist at the Human Sexuality Program, Payne Whitney Clinic of the New York Presbyterian Hospital, founded over thirty years ago by Dr. Helen S. Kaplan. Member of the National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology, the American Psychological Association, and was Past Chair of the Mental Health Professional Group of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Served two terms on the Content Review Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Executive Board of RESOLVE, the national infertility association and is the Continuing Education Officer on the Executive Council for The Society for Sex Therapy and Research. Cofounded and is CEO of FertiCalm, an app that provides coping strategies to manage infertility related distress. Editorial reviewer for Fertility and Sterility and Journal of Andrology.

In this episode of Focus on Fertility we learn about a recently released FREE app that is available to assist MEN coping with the journey of infertility. Similar to FertiCalm, which is designed for women, FertiStrong is specifically designed to assist men deal with every-day difficult situations that arise while battling infertility. Dr. Domar and Dr. Grill who helped develop FertiCalm have partnered with Dr. Janet Takefman, Coordinator of psychological services and research at McGill University Health Centre’s Reproductive Centre in Montreal and assistant professor for the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Psychology at McGill University, and Dr. William Petok, a clinical associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and is a past chair of the Mental Health Professional Group of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. FertiStrong provides men with more than 500 coping skills for more than 50 specific situations they may encounter each day that may lead to distress while continuing a difficult journey to parenthood such as: Social Events Sex Fertility Evaluation and Treatments Work Family and Friends Emotions Pregnancy Loss (Miscarriage) Mind-Body One’s Partner Communication When Enough is Enough Relationship Survival 101 Learn more and download the FertiStrong app at fertistrong.com

In this episode of Focus on Fertility we learn about a free app, FertiCalm, which will aid one through some of the most common difficult situations one may face while traveling down their fertility journey. The app was developed by Alice Domar, Phd, executive director of the Domar Center for Mind/Body Health and Director of Mind/Body Services at Boston IVF and by Elizabeth Grill, PsyD, director of psychological services at the Center for Reproductive Medicine and Infertility Weill Medical College of Cornel University. Together, Dr. Domar and Dr. Grill have over 45 year’s experience as reproductive psychologists and assist individuals on a daily basis traverse the difficult waters of emotions and mental health related to infertility. What was an idea forged on a napkin has turned into a reality that is helping woman every day. FertiCalm provides woman with more than 500 coping skills and relaxation techniques for more than 50 difficult situations they may encounter each day while trying to conceive such related to: Baby Functions Relationships Work Fertility Treatment Social Events And more Learn more and download the FertiCalm app at ferticalmapp.com

Interview with Alice D. Domar, Ph.D Alice is clearly the leading expert when it comes to the mind-body-fertility connection. She presents resent research on the topic and discusses what she has seen and learned since the mid 1980's when she started her journey working with infertility and how the mind-body influences this condition.  The fertility APPS she has created (free) for both men and women are amazing and I encourage you to check them out after listening to this interview.  ~ Spence Email domar@domarcenter.com Websites domarcenter.com ferticalm.com fertistrong.com dralicedomar.com Professional Profile 1980 BA Colby College, Waterville Maine 1986 MA and Ph.D in Health Psychology, Yeshiva University, New York NY 1987 Massachusetts clinical psychologist license Professional Achievements Author or co-author of seven books including Conquering Infertility Co-founder of the new apps FertiCalm and FertiStrong Leading expert on the relationship between stress and infertility Board Member for Resolve: The National Infertility Organization, 2006-2016 Professional Experience Currently Executive Director, Domar Centers for Mind/Body Health Director of Integrative Care at Boston IVF Senior Staff Psychologist, Dept of Ob/Gyn, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology, part-time, Harvard Medical School

In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with fertility specialist and executive director of the Domar Center for Mind/Body Health, Alice Domar, PhD.  Dr. Domar takes the time to explain how stress impacts fertility, pregnancy and motherhood.  She offers some wonderful tips for stress relief for those facing fertility issues and discusses how to integrate her new app FertiCalm for awkward social moments when trying to conceive! In this Episode:  Dr. Domar’s path to working in the field of fertility, pregnancy and stress.The connection between stress and fertility.How stress negatively effects fertility and pregnancy.How fertility doctors deal with nontraditional methods of treating infertilityAn explanation of the findings from Dr Domar’s study: “Impact of a group mind/body intervention on pregnancy rates in IVF patients.”Recommended modalities to help combat stress for those trying to conceive and during pregnancyHow yoga is integrated into support for women seeking fertility treatment as well as for pregnant womenThe relationship between weight and fertility- too thin or too heavy.The 10 session Mind/Body program run in Boston at the Domar Center.Dr. Domar’s new app, FertiCalm.Final tips for those trying to conceive, pregnant and new moms.About Alice D. Domar, PhD: Alice D. Domar, PhD is a pioneer in the application of mind/body medicine to women’s health issues. She not only established the first Mind/Body Center for Women’s Health, but also conducts ongoing ground-breaking research in the field. Her research focuses on the relationship between stress and different women’s health conditions, and creating innovative programs to help women decrease physical and psychological symptoms. She is the founder of the Mind/Body Program for Infertility and is one of the top experts on the stress/fertility connection. Dr. Domar received her M.A. and Ph.D. in Health Psychology from Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Ferkauf School of Professional Psychology of Yeshiva University. Her post-doctoral training was at Beth Israel Hospital, Deaconess Hospital, and Children’s Hospital, all in Boston. She has conducted research on infertility, breast cancer, menopausal symptoms, ovarian cancer, and premenstrual syndrome. Dr. Domar has earned an international reputation as one of the country’s top women’s health experts. She is currently the Executive Director of the Domar Centers for Mind/Body Health, and the Director of Mind/Body Services at Boston IVF. She is an associate professor, part-time, of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Biology at Harvard Medical School, and a senior staff psychologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Dr. Domar has compiled an impressive list of accomplishments as a best-selling author, media authority and sought-after public speaker. She is the author of numerous books including “Six Steps to Increased Fertility” and “Conquering Infertility”, and was on the Board of Directors of Resolve, the National Infertility Association, for ten years. She has been on the Board of Experts for LLuminari and a columnist for Redbook and Health magazines. She was also a featured expert on the online social health network BeWell.com. Three of her books have been finalists for the Books for a Better Life Award. She was also the Series Editor for a series of mind/body books by Harvard Medical Publications/Simon and Schuster. She is the narrator of the DVD’s “Stress and Relaxation Explained” and “Infertility Explained”, both of which won silver Telly Awards.  Dr. Domar has appeared on the Today Show, Good Morning America, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices