Podcasts about Infertility

This week, Favorite Daughter's Laura Galvan is back on the podcast. She and Sara discuss how to find confidence, journaling tips to help manifest the life you want, dating advice, and more.Executive Producers: Erin Foster, Sara Foster, and Allison BresnickAssociate Producers: Montana McBirney and Olivia GeffnerAudio Engineer: Josh WindischProduced by Wishbone ProductionProduced by Dear MediaThis episode is sponsored by:Bon Charge (boncharge.com PROMO CODE: Foster)Fatty15 (fatty15.com/foster)Boll and Branch (bollandbranch.com/Foster15)Minnow (shopminnow.com PROMO CODE: MEETMINNOW15)Ritual (ritual.com/foster)Smartypants (shop on amazon, target, Walmart)Good Ranchers (goodranchers.com PROMO CODE: FOSTER)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What a FANTASTIC episode from start to finish! Anne C. Belanger, is a natural fertility specialist with 30+ years of experience and former UN representative for WOOMB International. Tonight she is coming into the studio to discuss what she has learned, and how it can be applied to combat the existential population crisis we have in the West today. FertilityBusiness.org Unleash Your Brain w/ Keto Brainz Nootropic 15% OFF w/ code MARCH: https://tinyurl.com/2cess6y7 Every purchase enters you into a MASSIVE Product RAFFLE! E-Mail me for FREE SAMPLES of KB or SALTE Hydration Packets! Sponsor Monthly for VIP Perks: https://www.quitefrankly.tv/sponsor One-Time Tip: http://www.paypal.me/QuiteFranklyLive Quite Frankly Amazon Storefront: https://amazon.com/shop/quitefranklyofficial Official Coffee & Mugs: https://www.coffeerevolution.shop/category/quite-frankly Official QF MERCH: https://tinyurl.com/f3kbkr4s Gold & Silver: https://quitefrankly.gold Send Holiday cards, Letters, and other small gifts, to the Quite Frankly P.O. Box! Quite Frankly 222 Purchase Street, #105 Rye, NY, 10580 Tip in Crypto: BTC: bc1q97w5aazjf7pjjl50n42kdmj9pqyn5zndwh3lng XRP: rnES2vQV6d2jLpavzf7y97XD4AfK1MjePu Quite Frankly Socials: Twitter/X: @QuiteFranklyTV Instagram: @QuiteFranklyOfficial Discord Chat: https://discord.gg/xPu7YEXXRY Official Forum: https://tinyurl.com/k89p88s8 Telegram: https://t.me/quitefranklytv Streaming Live On: QuiteFrankly.tv (Powered by Foxhole) Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/yc2cn395 Rumble: https://tinyurl.com/yeytwwyz Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/quitefranklylive Audio On Demand: Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yk4yfdsa iTunes: http://apple.co/2dMURMq

From bloating and lower back pain to insomnia, self-sabotage, procrastination and anxiety, and dating/relationship patterns… here's what your symptoms may actually be telling you.⇢ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYm9JHRYIEQIn this episode, Monica discusses the most common physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms of unresolved trauma—and why so many high-achieving women unconsciously normalize their coping mechanisms (or try to explain them away with personality tests and birth charts) instead of actually healing them at the root and clearing them for good.She's getting into:

Congenital heart disease is a general term for a range of birth defects that affect the normal way the heart works. The term "congenital" means the condition is present from birth.  Today's guest was diagnosed with Endometriosis and after many years of fertility treatments including IVF her first child Jasper died in her arms 30 hours after he was born from congenital heart disease.  Coping with the grief of child loss at the onset of a global pandemic has made, Jamala Arland passionate about supporting the community for bereaved mothers and normalizing grief through writing and speaking engagements.  In todays episode, Jamala shares her journey through endometriosis, infertility, and finding out how her son had congenital heart disease. This episode is for you to listen to if you have battled infertility and infant loss. Become a Sisters in Loss Birth Bereavement, and Postpartum Doula Here Book Recommendations and Links Below You can shop my Amazon Store for the Book Recommendations You can follow Sisters in Loss on Social Join our Black Moms in Loss Online Weekly Grief Support Group Join the Sisters in Loss Online Community Sisters in Loss TV Youtube Channel Sisters in Loss Instagram Sisters in Loss Facebook You can follow Erica on Social Erica's Website Erica's Instagram Erica's Facebook Erica's Twitter

For Endometriosis Awareness Month, we explore a condition which affects 10% of women around the world. Cells that form the lining of the uterus crop up in other parts of the pelvis, and elsewhere in the body. It prevents many patients from being able to carry out everyday tasks, and can also cause infertility. In this episode, we explore the condition, hear the experiences of those living with endometriosis, discuss the science behind it, and find out about the treatments of tomorrow... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

In this deeply honest conversation, Amanda sits connects with author and educator Colleen Clemens to talk about her powerful memoir, E=mc², an unflinching look at her long and emotionally complex journey through infertility and the road to motherhood.Colleen shares what it was like to live through a process that was physically demanding and emotionally raw, and why she chose to write about it with such candor. Rather than smoothing over the difficult moments, she invites readers and listeners into the full truth of the experience.But this conversation moves beyond fertility. Amanda and Colleen explore the deeper questions that arise when life doesn't unfold the way we expect:How do we show up when we're hurting?What does resilience actually look like in real life?How can we still choose joy and meaning, even during our hardest seasons?They also reflect on the pressures young people face today, the importance of honest storytelling, and how living authentically can help us navigate life's uncertainty.This episode is a reminder that even in life's most difficult chapters, there is power in telling the truth of our stories, and in choosing, day by day, how we want to live.Purchase the Book: E=mc2: A Story of Infertility, Miscarriage & Love - Kindle edition by Clemens, Colleen. Health, Fitness & Dieting Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

You've got burning questions, we've got answers! Call or Text us for the worst advice imaginable, and we may feature it on an upcoming podcast! ** 801-513-3373 **Welcome back to another highly requested episode of Ask Men! In this episode, the guys sit down to answer your most vulnerable and honest questions with no holds barred. We dive deep into the heavy realities of marriage and relationships, discussing how to navigate survival mode when you feel like you're losing the spark due to the painful struggles of infertility. We also open up about the fears, doubts, and beautiful truths surrounding adoption and step-parenting. Later, we tackle the unseen relationship struggles of pregnancy, specifically handling resentment, hormones, and disconnect during the second trimester. But it's not all heavy—we also reflect on the exact moments we knew our wives were "The One", plus we share some brutally honest advice on handling rejection and navigating first dates. If you want your questions answered in our next segment, drop them down below using #ask!As always, thank you for being part of this crowd!00:00 - Start!00:19 - Welcome Back to Ask Men02:37 - First Date Strategies & Dealing with Strict Parents07:11 - The Best First Date Ideas (And What to Avoid)12:16 - Handling Rejection & Finding the Right Fit18:49 - Will We Ever Do a Knitting Episode?20:26 - Navigating Infertility & Losing the Spark in Marriage23:03 - The Honest Truth About Adoption & Step-Parenting29:04 - How We Knew Our Wives Were "The One"36:54 - Surviving Pregnancy Hormones & Second Trimester Fights44:10 - Our Most Embarrassing Moments in Front of Women01:00:45 - The Songs We're Most Embarrassed to Blast in Public01:09:50 - Outro & How to Submit Your QuestionsReddit- Our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FivesACrowd- Our Account: https://www.reddit.com/user/FivesACrowdPodcastFollow Our Personal AccountsAustin - https://allmylinks.com/austinspomerCam - https://www.instagram.com/effinburch/Chris - https://www.instagram.com/thechrishummel/Tony - https://www.instagram.com/theonlytonyc/Zach - https://www.instagram.com/zvanbeekum/Hashtags#Fatherhood #Pregnancy #PodcastP.O. Box**Please no packages, letters only**Five's A Crowd Podcast1123 N Fairfield Rd #1373 Layton, UT 84041

I'm excited to introduce you to a new friend this week on the podcast. Her name is Kim Patton, and she's an author as well as a foster and adoptive mom living in North Carolina with her husband, Kevin, and their daughters, Eden and Shiloh. Her journey into foster parenting and eventually adoption came after she and her husband endured years of infertility. That's obviously something my wife Emily and I can relate to, and I'm so grateful Kim let us in on her experience. It's an amazing example of dealing with deferred dreams and accepting that God's will is different from our own. I love how she explains the ways in which she's found beauty through it all.A big part of our conversation centers around her latest project, the Foster Mama Journal, which was created specifically for foster moms and families. Foster care can be a rather difficult endeavor, and Kim designed this journal to help foster moms process what they're experiencing and reflect on what God may be teaching them along the way.Kim shares about the ups and downs of foster and adoptive parenting, the lessons God has taught her through those experiences, and how writing has helped her navigate difficult seasons. We also talk about her broader writing journey and some of the books she's published over the years.If you've ever been connected to foster care or adoption, or simply walked through a season that felt heavy and uncertain, I think you'll find a lot to resonate with in Kim's story.You can learn more about Kim and her work, including Foster Mama Journal, online at kimpatton.com, on Instagram @fostermamafriend, and on Substack. She's also the host of the Book Therapy Podcast.I'd also love to connect with you on Substack, where I write essays and share updates about future episodes. You can find that at ⁠The Road Ahead⁠.You can also find me on Instagram and Twitter ⁠@ColeClaybourn⁠, and on Facebook under ⁠Cole Douglas Claybourn⁠.All episodes are now available in full on YouTube. Just search ⁠In No Hurry Podcast⁠ and subscribe to be notified when new episodes go live.If you enjoyed this, consider sharing it with a friend or someone in your life who might need to hear it. And if you want to stay connected, follow In No Hurry Podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠ and the new ⁠TikTok⁠ page for clips, updates, and more from these conversations.

Sensitivity in the Yom Tov Season, Guidance for the Families of Couples Experiencing InfertilityJoin us for a vital conversation with Dvora Entin, LCSW, offering guidance for the families of couples experiencing infertility.As we approach the Yom Tov season, consider perspectives in sensitivity for a supportive environment for our loved ones.

In this personal episode Lisa sits down with her longtime friend Dana to talk about her fertility journey and the profound shifts she experienced along the way.Dana shares how, as a driven and successful woman in her late 30s, she made the proactive decision to freeze her eggs while still searching for her life partner. Soon after she met her partner and continued her IVF journey —facing fertility challenges and loss along the way.Like many high-achieving women, Dana initially approached fertility the same way she approached everything else in life: with determination, strategy, and effort. But over time, she realized this journey required a different approach.Through working with Lisa as her IVF "mindset and energetics coach," participating in a monthly Moon Magic and Manifestation circle in 2024, and connecting with other women walking a similar path, Dana began to shift into a more grounded, supported, and intentional experience.She also gained insights through personal chakra readings and newfound  awareness to her throat chakra, which helped her use her voice and become a more powerful advocate for herself throughout her fertility treatment.Dana also shares how building a holistic fertility team—including supportive practitioners and professionals—allowed her to feel more empowered and aligned on her path.Today, Dana is the mother of a beautiful daughter and reflects on how this journey ultimately transformed not just her path to motherhood, but her relationship with presence, trust, and surrender.Connect with Dana on Instagram @seedbyvisionandco and @day_bydayna.CONNECT with Lisa & get IVF COACHING SUPPORT Apply to join the next intimate group April/May '26 https://forms.gle/T8FAUeZxpjxwQ9ej6 Download IVF Mindset Shift Guide https://ivfmanifestingamiracle.myflodesk.com BOOK a complimentary DISCOVERY CALL BOOK: ‘HOLD ON, BABY! A Soulful Guide to Navigating the Ups & Downs of Infertility & IVF.'INSTAGRAMWATCH on YOUTUBELISTEN to the PODCAST on Apple and Spotify:**Please Rate the show & Subscribe! THANK YOU so much for your Reviews of the podcast!Music Credit (Closing Song) by Sam Costigan. Follow her on Spotify and IG

Today is an update on 2 of our brilliant guests and the powerful art they are putting out into the world. In episode 128 we interviewed Kristin Marrs and Anne Marie Nest about a theatre/dance piece they created called Chalk, which is about both of their journeys through miscarriage and infertility. These amazing women have been busy in the last year because they developed the piece into a full length show that opened in Denver last weekend, and will open in Iowa City for 4 shows at the James next weekend, March 21-24. Tickets can be found at http://www.thejamesic.com. In today's episode we: Hear about how Anne Marie & Kristin met during their challenges with infertility and multiple miscarriages, and how this eventually led to creative collaboration and birthing of a new piece of art. The process of creating this piece, and the magic of how it all came together when they set the intention of “this can be easy”. Ancestral patterning, and stories of women that came before Anne Marie and Kristin that had challenges with child bearing. The infertility journey that both women experienced,  including all the ups and downs, the limits of the medical system, and the deep, hidden grief and shame. Why the topic of infertility and miscarriage has been so  “silenced” in our culture. Why we need these stories more than ever in our current political arena when so many women are having challenges receiving the health care they need. Bios: Iowa native Kristin Marrs is a dancer, choreographer, and movement teacher. She is an Associate Professor of Instruction and Director of Graduate Studies at the University of Iowa Department of Dance, where she teaches a wide variety of courses across the dance and somatic curriculum. She is also a certified Alexander Technique teacher, and has a private studio in Iowa City where she works with students of all ages and abilities in improving alignment, breathing, postural tone, and ease of movement. She is a proud mama of two kids.  www.kristinmarrs.com Anne Marie Nest-Pinero met Kristin at the University of Iowa while she was professor of voice and speech in the Theater Department. Prior to her career in academia, Anne Marie was a professional actor, working primarily in regional theaters and Shakespeare Festivals.  Anne Marie now works as an executive coach and communications consultant for the Fortune 500 and AM Law 200.  She is an Associate Teacher of Fitzmaurice Voicework, trained mediator through Columbia University, and certified CTI coach. www.annemarienest.com Past Episodes You Might Like About Women's Health, Medical Systems & Well-Being   Episode 122:  Nina Lohman: The Body Alone: A Lyrical Articulation of Pain Episode 105: Kate O'Donnell: Ayurveda for Women's Health Episode 99: Cate Stillman: The Witch's Cancer Journal  Episode 88: Sam Ferm-LeClere: Healing with Chronic Illness Episode 37: Can We Trust Other Women and Their Bodily Autonomy Seasoned Wisdom Date: April 1st, 11am – 1pm Come soak up the wisdom that only comes from age…A signature event of the Water Bearer Collective in partnership with the Tend HER Wild Podcast. Join the Water Bearer Collective in partnership with Tend HER Wild Podcast hosts Dr. Betsy Rippentrop and Kate Moreland, for a special live podcast event, “Seasoned Wisdom.” This intimate and powerful conversation will feature 4 legendary older women who are overflowing with unapologetic authenticity, hard-won insight, and deep self-trust and wisdom that only comes with age. Event Details: This event will be held at the James Theatre, Iowa City on April 1st from 11am – 1pm. A light lunch will be served and time to network will follow the recording. REGISTER HERE Today's Episode sponsored by: The Local Hub (https://thelocalhub-ic.com/) Kate Moreland Coaching (https://www.katemorelandcoaching.com/) Dr Yoga Momma (https://dryogamomma.com/) Heartland Yoga (https://heartlandyoga.com/) Want to go on retreat? Want to join Betsy in Costa Rica in May 11-18 2026 at her favorite retreat center to help you connect with your inner healer using yoga, meditation, energy medicine, and creativity?  At this retreat, broadway director Kristin Hanggi is joining to lead on the power of creativity to move us through our collective and personal anxiety.   All the details here! Source

Topics Discussed • The subconscious block of feeling behind in motherhood and life • How fertility burnout is amplified by internal time pressure • IVF trauma and the nervous system pattern of urgency • The frequency of anxiety when you live in future stories • Control patterns inherited across generations of women • Emotional healing through observation rather than force • The difference between clock deadlines and internal urgency • Shifting mindset without performing positivity Timestamps 00:00 Hello beautiful and welcome to the Finding Fertility podcast. 01:03 Ten weeks of awareness around control patterns and overdoing. 01:58 Releasing time pressure and why the real doing may be doing nothing. 03:24 The hidden story of being behind and how it shapes your frequency. 05:13 Noticing how your body responds when urgency shows up. 07:11 Living in the future creates anxiety living in the past creates fear and neither is presence. Full Transcript Over on the Blog: https://www.findingfertility.co/blog/subconscious-blocks-the-frequency-of-i-m-running-out-of-time-during-infertility-week-11 Let's Do This Together

This week, Erin and Sara revisit one of their favorite early episodes, "The Fatigue Sisters." They discuss everything from group chats to Otto's swimming lessons to female friendships. They also cover loneliness, recap a fight they had as teenagers over a photoshoot, and more.Executive Producers: Erin Foster, Sara Foster, and Allison BresnickAssociate Producers: Montana McBirney and Olivia GeffnerAudio Engineer: Josh WindischProduced by Wishbone ProductionProduced by Dear MediaThis episode is sponsored by:Hungryroot (hungryroot.com/foster PROMO CODE: FOSTER)Needed (thisisneeded.com PROMO CODE: FOSTER)Qualia Life Sciences (qualialife.com/foster PROMO CODE: FOSTER)Puori (puori.com/FOSTER)SmartyPants VitaminsPurely Elizabeth (purelyelizabeth.com PROMO CODE: FOSTER)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send a textFor thousands of years, humans have tried to influence whether they have a boy or a girl. From ancient myths about moon phases and food choices to modern scientific techniques, the desire to choose a baby's sex has never gone away.In this episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, Dr. Mark Amols breaks down the real science behind sex selection and separates fact from fiction.You'll learn:• Why sex positions, foods, and timing methods like the Shettles Method don't actually work • The fascinating biology behind X and Y sperm • Just how tiny the difference between male and female sperm really is • Why sperm sorting techniques have struggled to work reliably • The only method currently proven to determine a baby's sex before pregnancy • The ethical debate surrounding gender selection • Why sex selection laws differ around the world • What future technologies may make possibleDr. Amols also discusses the concept of family balancing, the controversial question of whether choosing a baby's sex is “playing God,” and how advances in reproductive technology continue to push the boundaries of medicine.If you've ever wondered whether it's truly possible to choose a boy or a girl—or why so many myths about sex selection still exist—this episode explains the science in a way that's easy to understand.Thanks for tuning in to another episode of 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday' with Dr. Mark Amols. If you found this episode insightful, please share it with friends and family who might benefit from our discussion. Remember, your feedback is invaluable to us – leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred listening platform. Stay connected with us for updates and fertility tips – follow us on Facebook. For more resources and information, visit our website at www.NewDirectionFertility.com. Have a question or a topic you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at TBFT@NewDirectionFertility.com. Join us next Tuesday for more discussions on fertility, where we blend medical expertise with a touch of humor to make complex topics accessible and engaging. Until then, keep the conversation going and remember: understanding your fertility is a journey we're on together.

Episode 26-10 15 Habits That Help Your Body Heal If I could wave a magic wand over you and make one health issue disappear, what would you want it to be? Headaches? Back pain? Depression? Anxiety? Cancer? Diabetes? Chronic Fatigue? Diverticulitis? Infertility? Psoriasis? Whatever your answer... know this: I don't have a magic wand, but I DO have something that can help your body heal. Actually, it's not a "something"… it's many things. Fifteen to be exact. Yes, on this episode I share with you 15 habits that I believe can help your body heal. 15 natural "Vehicles" that will help get you from your current health status (your Point A) to your desired health status (your Point B). So, if you're interested in having your body heal itself naturally... give this episode a good listen. And then, be sure to share it with a friend. Thanks! ———————- Want to learn more? Continue the conversation regarding this episode, and all future episodes, by signing up for our daily emails. Simply visit: GetHealthyAlabama.com  Once there, download the "Symptom Survey" and you will automatically added to our email list. ———————-               Also, if you haven't already, we'd appreciate it if you'd subscribe to the podcast, leave a comment and give us a rating. (Thanks!!!)                

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Infertility, IVF, donor eggs, and pregnancy loss — how do you keep going after years of grief and loss on the journey to parenthood?In this episode, Constance Lewis shares her six-year infertility journey that included low AMH, stage 2 endometriosis, multiple failed IUIs, three rounds of IVF, and two miscarriages. After learning her husband carried a balanced translocation that made pregnancy extremely unlikely, they faced the difficult decision to pursue donor eggs in order to continue growing their family.Constance opens up about the emotional impact of infertility and losing a baby, the complicated feelings that can follow pregnancy after loss, and the reality that IVF is not always the guarantee people think it is. She also shares how her family navigated a serious medical diagnosis for their son and how that experience inspired the children's book Miles and the Colorful Capes of Feelings.This conversation explores infertility, IVF after miscarriage, choosing donor eggs, pregnancy after loss, baby loss, and finding hope through grief and loss while building a family.

In this candid conversation, Ali Prato, journalist, author, and host of the Infertile AF podcast, opens up about her deeply personal journey through secondary infertility, including several miscarriages before ultimately welcoming her son through IVF. Feeling isolated and frustrated by the lack of honest dialogue and resources around infertility, Ali transformed her experience into advocacy, launching her podcast to share real stories and build a supportive community for others navigating similar paths. She also discusses the creation of the Fertility Rally, a powerful space designed to connect and uplift people facing infertility. Ali and Tara explore why open conversations about fertility are so essential to reducing stigma and helping families feel less alone. Ali also shares how her children's books aim to normalize discussions around assisted reproductive technology and modern family building. The conversation expands into broader modern parenting challenges, from navigating technology and social media to raising kids in an increasingly high-pressure world, while emphasizing the importance of honesty, empathy, and community support when talking with children about their origins and family stories. If you are experiencing infertility, listen to this episode and remember you are not alone. Links: https://www.infertileafgroup.com/ https://www.infertileafgroup.com/books https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/infertile-af-infertility-and-modern-family-building/id1457516002 https://www.instagram.com/fertilityrally/ https://www.fertilityrally.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It isn't about being an expert on the medical details of infertility; it is about being a phenomenal, loving advocate for someone walking through a season of loss and lack of control. In this episode, host Dr. Natalie Crawford sits down with Alison Cheperdak, founder of Elevate Etiquette and author of Was It Something I Said?, to bridge the gap between those struggling and the people who want to show up for them. They unpack the human element behind the awkward silences and ill-advised jokes, offering a roadmap for navigating one of life's most delicate social and emotional experiences with grace. What You'll Learn: The specific "limitation acknowledgment" phrase that transforms frozen, awkward silences into safe spaces for connection. Why "social media self-preservation" is a valid friendship tool and how to manage digital triggers without guilt. The unique "etiquette of the out" when sending invitations to major milestones like baby showers or holiday gatherings. Strategic ways to "switch gears" as a host or ally when the conversation turns insensitive at the dinner table. The critical difference between offering vague help and the "Tuesday school pickup" method of specific, tangible support. Find Alison Cheperdak Book: Was It Something I Said? Website: https://elevateetiquette.com/ Instagram: @elevateetiquette Resources: Pre-Order The Fertility Formula ⁠https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book⁠ Newsletter: nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter Instagram: @nataliecrawfordmd Youtube Channel: Natalie Crawford MD Interested in becoming a patient?: Fora Fertility Earn FREE CE/CME: Learn at Pinnacle App This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 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. Today, the Docs answer a wide range of general IVF questions that commonly come up during treatment. The discussion includes scenarios where fertilization rates are good but embryo development is poor, resulting in few or no usable embryos. The doctors explore possible contributing factors in both the egg and the sperm, test options that may provide more insight, and consider treatment strategies for future cycles. They also address procedural challenges during egg retrievals, medication considerations, and lifestyle factors that may impact outcomes. Other topics include treatment your doctor may consider if embryos do not develop well after fertilization. The hosts explain when DNA fragmentation testing for the male partner may be helpful and how advanced genetic testing, such as PGT-A+, can help determine whether the issue is related to egg or sperm quality. They discuss when growth hormone may be considered during stimulation and what evidence supports its use. The episode also covers what happens if an ovary cannot be safely accessed during an egg retrieval, why safety always comes first, and whether bowel prep or weight loss may improve access in future cycles. Additional questions addressed include whether this problem can recur, how GLP-1 medications should be managed around retrievals, whether breastfeeding impacts frozen embryo transfer success, and why sedation practices during egg retrieval vary between clinics and countries. 

Should you have another baby… or not? This is one of the most tender and weighty discernment questions a Catholic mom can face. If you're waking up thinking about another baby… If your heart feels pulled toward growing your family… Or if you feel confused because your husband isn't on the same page… Let's slow it down. In this episode, we talk about: Whether desire for a baby comes from the Lord A simple prayer to clarify your heart How to approach this conversation with your husband What to do if one spouse wants a baby and the other doesn't How to examine your reasons for saying "yes" or "no" Fear vs. discernment Infertility, hyper-fertility, and trusting God in both This decision is not just about logistics. It's about desire. It's about trust. It's about sainthood. God is not a trickster. He does not give holy desires without unity. And He does not give us a spirit of fear. Whether your path is another baby, waiting, or something unexpected — He is forming you through it. You are not alone in this discernment. He is with you.

In this episode, fertility expert Gabriela Rosa reveals one of the biggest blind spots in modern fertility care: many couples are pushed toward treatments like IVF before receiving a true diagnosis. She breaks down how fertility clinics often operate, why infertility is frequently misunderstood, and how underlying issues such as thyroid dysfunction, insulin resistance, and PCOS can significantly impact reproductive outcomes. Gabriela shares powerful patient stories, including Renee's own experience, to illustrate how personalized investigation and root-cause medicine can dramatically shift fertility trajectories. She also explains why fertility is a “team sport,” outlining her strategic approach to improving egg quality, hormonal balance, and metabolic health while interpreting key tests like AMH and follicle development timelines. The conversation concludes with practical guidance on nutrition's role in fertility, her “Three Rocks” framework for treatment, and a thoughtful decision tree to help women determine when egg freezing may or may not be the right choice. Gabriela Rosa, DrPH (Candidate, Harvard), is a Harvard-awarded fertility specialist, founder of The Rosa Institute, and author of Fertility Breakthrough: Overcoming Infertility and Recurrent Miscarriage When Other Treatments Have Failed. She pioneered telehealth-based, integrative fertility care, making evidence-based solutions accessible worldwide.Gabriela also created and hosts The Fertility Challenge, a free online program that reaches tens of thousands globally each year. Her F.E.R.T.I.L.E. Method® has supported more than 204,000 people across 111 countries, with published research demonstrating a 78.8% live birth rate among patients in her signature program—even after years of infertility, recurrent miscarriage, and failed treatments.SHOW NOTES:0:39 Welcome to the show!2:43 About Gabriela Rosa3:35 Welcome her to the podcast!4:47 The biggest blindspot in fertility9:05 How fertility clinics operate10:56 What does infertility mean?11:52 Getting a proper diagnosis12:36 Patient story16:26 IVF industry goals18:48 Miscarriage & Thyroid21:19 Renee's story23:35 IUI incentives & results25:19 Who benefits from IVF?27:50 *APOLLO NEURO*29:50 *CALOCURB*31:00 Who gets turned away from her clinic35:39 Who she does work with37:30 Fertility is a team sport40:05 Her strategy for improving fertility43:16 Timeline of eggs & follicles45:45 AMH testing & optimal ranges51:14 PCOS & Insulin Resistance55:04 Infertility and all-cause mortality1:01:03 Research on correlation between nutrition & fertility1:05:38 The 3 Rocks1:11:09 Egg Freezing decision treeRESOURCES:Apollo Neuro - code: BIOHACKERBABES for $90 offCalocurb - code: RENEE10Website: fertilitybreakthrough.comIG: @dr.gabrielarosa, @fertilitybreakthroughFB: FertilitySpecialistGabrielaRosaX: gabrielarosaTikTok: @gabrielarosafertilityPodcast: Talk Sex with Gabriela RosaSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Domestic Dad: Cleaning Up The Mess, host Nick Barnett sits down with Keith Jeffries to unpack a story marked by addiction, heartbreak, spiritual awakening, and the life-changing power of surrendering to God.   Keith shares openly about growing up in a loving home that lacked a spiritual foundation, and how his desire for acceptance and belonging led him down a destructive path at an early age. What began with drinking as a teenager quickly escalated into marijuana, prescription pills, heroin, and eventually years of meth addiction. Through his brutally honest reflection, Keith reveals how addiction slowly eroded his relationships, fueled selfish choices, and left him feeling empty despite outward success.   Nick and Keith explore the deep wounds that often live beneath addiction—including father wounds, unresolved anger, and the quiet shame that lingers long after the chaos of substance abuse fades. Keith reflects on the painful realization that the scars addicts leave on others can be some of the hardest burdens to carry in sobriety.   The turning point in Keith's story came during one of the darkest moments of his life. After years of addiction and the loss of his father, Keith found himself sitting alone with a gun in his hand, ready to end everything. Instead, in a moment he still struggles to fully explain, he fired the gun into the floor—an act that became a permanent reminder of the life he almost lost.   Soon after, Keith attended a men's event called The Launching Pad in Dallas, Texas, where he experienced a powerful encounter with God that would change everything. In that moment of surrender, the addictions that once controlled him were broken, and Keith began a new journey of faith, obedience, and purpose.   But the journey wasn't without heartbreak. After five years of infertility, Keith and his wife Kayla experienced the joy of discovering they were pregnant with twins—only to lose both babies to miscarriage weeks later. In one of the most painful seasons of their lives, they made the difficult decision to remain faithful and obedient to God, trusting that He still had a plan for their family.   Today, Keith lives a completely transformed life—devoted to his faith, his marriage, and helping other men find freedom from addiction and hopelessness. His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how far someone believes they have fallen, redemption is always possible.   Through honest conversation, Nick and Keith discuss the role of obedience, the importance of brotherhood and accountability, and the incredible ways God reveals Himself when people choose faith over fear.   This episode is a raw and inspiring testimony that no one is too far gone for grace—and that sometimes the greatest miracles come after the darkest moments.    

In this episode, Dee sits down with client Nicole, who shares her powerful journey of realizing that something in her body felt “off” after pregnancy — even though she was doing many of the “right” things.Nicole opens up about the frustrating symptoms that slowly became her new normal: constant fatigue, brain fog, and an inability to lose weight despite consistent effort with diet and exercise. Like many women, she was told everything looked “normal,” yet she knew deep down that her body was struggling.Through functional lab testing and Dee Davidson's root-cause approach to holistic health, Nicole began uncovering the underlying imbalances contributing to her symptoms. In this conversation, you'll hear how testing — not guessing — helped reveal key areas that needed support, from hormones and metabolism to stress and foundational health practices.Together, Nicole and Dee discuss how applying simple but strategic holistic health principles started moving the needle in a meaningful way — helping Nicole regain clarity, energy, and confidence in her body again.If you've ever felt dismissed, stuck in symptoms after pregnancy, or frustrated by doing “all the things” without results, this episode will remind you that your body is not broken — it just needs the right information and support.Tune in to hear Nicole's story and learn how a deeper look at your health data can help you confidently move toward hormone balance.Connect with Dee Davidson, FDNP:https://www.instagram.com/confidently_love_yourself/Schedule a session with Dee Davidson:https://calendly.com/confidentlyloveyourself/discovery-sessionOrder Your HTMA and consulthttps://buy.stripe.com/3cs8AwcuvgUf30Q9AGMedical DisclaimerThe information shared in this podcast and related materials is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. It should not replace consultation with your physician or qualified healthcare provider. The host and guests do not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, medications, or lifestyle. Reliance on this information is at your own risk.

Infertility is more common than many women realize, yet it can feel incredibly isolating when pregnancy doesn't happen as expected. In this episode, fertility acupuncturist, Annie Vedeler L.Ac dives deep into the most common causes of infertility, what AMH levels actually mean, when it's time to seek help, types and causes of PCOS, what fertility testing looks like and lifestyle factors that can significantly impact reproductive health. At the center of this conversation is the role of acupuncture in fertility care. How does it support hormone balance, improve circulation to reproductive organs, and work alongside modern treatments like IVF? We explore how this ancient practice helps regulate the nervous system and support the body's natural reproductive rhythm.Infertility affects both the body and the heart, and this episode offers both practical insight and hope for women navigating this journey.

Have you ever wondered if infertility means you missed God's will or did something wrong? In this episode, we unpack the theology of God's providence and how to hold onto His goodness when the prayer for a baby remains unanswered.  

A Match.com message. A Facebook Live wedding during COVID. A zero sperm count diagnosis. And then — twin boys. Gregory and Jennifer File's path to parenthood was anything but conventional, but they'll tell you every detour was part of God's plan. In this episode of the Embryo Adoption Podcast, hear how embryo adoption gave them the family they'd always prayed for. 

What happens when one of the most disciplined bodies in the world can't do the one thing everyone assumes it should? On this episode -- one of our most downloaded of all time -- Ali sits down with Mathilde Froustey, principal dancer at the San Francisco Ballet and widely considered one of the most extraordinary dancers in the world.Born in Bordeaux, France, Mathilde began dancing at just nine years old, training at the prestigious Marseille National School of Ballet and the Paris Opera Ballet School before rising to the top of the international ballet world. Onstage, her body is her instrument — powerful, precise, and seemingly unstoppable. But behind the curtain, Mathilde has been fighting battles that almost no one in the dance world talks about. In this candid and emotional conversation, she opens up for the first time about her experience with infertility — a subject she says remains deeply taboo in professional dance. Mathilde shares what it was like to go through IVF while performing at the highest level, navigating intense body scrutiny, and hearing painful comments about her appearance during one of the most vulnerable periods of her life. She also talks about her past struggle with an eating disorder, the pressure dancers face to maintain a certain body type, and the silent toll of trying to build a family inside a culture that rarely makes space for it.“In the dance world, infertility is a taboo subject,” Mathilde says.Not anymore.This is a powerful conversation about perfection, pressure, and what it means to reclaim your body — both onstage and off.EPISODE SPONSORS: THE WORK OF ART BOOK SERIESAli's Children's Book Series about IVF, IUI and Family Building Through Assisted Reproductive Technology https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksThe 3-book bundle is now just $49 (normally $79)!The latest book in the Work of ART series, “You Are a Work of ART," is for every kiddo born through ART -- and the people who love them.PHERDALIG: @pherdal_sciencePherDal is the world's first and only FDA-cleared, sterile, at-home insemination kit designed to help people build their families in the comfort of home. Created by parents who've been there, PherDal is safe, simple, and affordable—putting more options in your hands as you grow your family. Explore at PherDal.com.Go to PherDal.com today and use code INFERTILEAF for $10 off.BELIIG: @belibabywww.belibaby.com Are you thinking about growing your family? Whether you're just starting to plan or are actively trying to conceive, preconception health is key. Beli has vitamins to help both women and men optimize their health before pregnancy. With essential nutrients like Folate, Iodine, and Zinc, Beli ensures your body is ready for this exciting next step. Give yourself and your future baby the best foundation for a healthy start.Visit Belibaby.com today and use code IAF15 for 15% off your first order. Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp dot com. Your emotional wellbeing matters. Find support and feel lighter in therapy. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af-infertility-and-modern-family-building-through-art/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If you are battling infertility, walking through IVF, or grieving miscarriage, this message will reignite your hope and strengthen your faith. Discover how to pray with precision, speak life over your womb, and stand on God's promises for conception and healthy pregnancy. Purchase Speak Life: Prayer Declarations for Fertility, IVF, Pregnancy, Labor, Delivery, and Healthy Babies on Amazon https://a.co/d/0hCMKe7Y or at: https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/product/speak-life-prayer-declarations-for-fertility-pregnancy-labor-delivery/  Purchase Anointing Oil with a prayer cloth that Kathy has personally mixed and prayed over on Kathy's Website or Amazon. Order anointing oil by Kathy on Amazon look for her brand here https://amzn.to/3PC6l3R or Kathy DeGraw Ministries https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/product-category/oils/ Training, Mentorship and Deliverance! Personal coaching, deliverance, e-courses, training for ministry, and mentorships! https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/training/# Infertility is not just a medical diagnosis; it is an emotional and spiritual battle that touches the deepest parts of a woman's heart. In this powerful episode of Prophetic Spiritual Warfare, Kathy DeGraw shares her personal journey through infertility, miscarriage, and high-risk pregnancy, revealing how God brings life even in seasons of delay. With biblical insight and practical prayer strategies, she teaches you how to move beyond general prayers and begin speaking life over specific areas of the body—egg, sperm, uterus, hormones, chromosomes, and implantation. Drawing from Scripture and real testimonies, this message reminds you that throughout the Bible barren women conceived in God's timing and birthed destiny. Whether you are facing PCOS, blocked fallopian tubes, IVF procedures, pregnancy complications, or repeated loss, you will be equipped to partner with the Holy Spirit and declare life over your womb. This episode also introduces the Speak Life prayer declaration book for conception, pregnancy, labor, and healthy babies—created to help you pray intentionally from conception through delivery. Do not surrender to delay. Stand in faith. Speak life. Believe that God still creates miracles today. #infertilityhope #ivfjourney #speaklife #christianpregnancy #prayforconception **Connect with Us** - Website: https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kathydegraw/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathydegraw/ Podcast - Subscribe to our YouTube channel and listen to Kathy's Podcast called Prophetic Spiritual Warfare, or on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/3mYPPkP28xqcTzdeoucJZu or Apple podcasts at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prophetic-spiritual-warfare/id1474710499 **Recommended Resources:** - Receive a free prayer pdf on Warfare Prayer Declarations at https://kathydegrawministries.org/declarations-download - Kathy's training, mentoring and e-courses on Spiritual Warfare, Deliverance and the Prophetic: https://training.kathydegrawministries.org/ - Healed At Last ~ Overcome Sickness and Receive your Physical Healing: https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/healed-at-last/ - Mind Battles – Root Out Mental Triggers to Release Peace!: https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/product/mind-battles-pre-order-available-january-2023/ -Kathy has several books available on Amazon or kathydegrawministries.org **Support Kathy DeGraw Ministries:** - Give a one-time love offering or consider partnering with us for $15, $35, $75 or any amount! Every dollar helps us help others! - Website: https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/donate/ - CashApp $KDMGLORY - Venmo @KD-Ministries - Paypal.me/KDeGrawMinistries or donate to email admin@degrawministries.org - Mail a check to: Kathy DeGraw Ministries ~ PO Box 65 ~ Grandville MI 49468  

On today's episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Leslie shares the story of her daughter Cora born via emergency C-section after a full-term pregnancy and the unimaginable grief of losing her shortly after birth. She also opens up about secondary infertility, pregnancy after loss, a traumatic COVID birth, and the long road of healing that followed.This episode is a powerful reminder that grief and trauma can coexist and that both deserve care.

Infertility is often treated as a medical problem waiting for a solution. But for many women, the deeper questions begin after diagnosis.Samantha speaks with Leigh Snead, author of Infertile but Fruitful, about the emotional, spiritual, and relational realities of infertility — and the challenge of understanding the meaning of spiritual motherhood when life unfolds differently than expected.Together they explore how faith reframes suffering, vocation, and hope without reducing them to easy answers.In this episode:The lived experience of infertility beyond clinical languageMarriage, identity, and waitingChristian understandings of fruitfulnessFinding meaning when life diverges from long-held expectationsBuy the book: Infertile But FruitfulSubscribe to the newsletter!

“You do not need to earn this moment.” Topics Discussed • Fertility burnout that hides behind productivity and good intentions • The subconscious blocks that make rest feel unsafe • IVF trauma and the nervous system pattern of overdoing • How guilt shows up when movement slows down • Emotional healing through radical awareness not performance • Time pressure stories and the internal fear of being behind • Mindset shifts that support subconscious healing and frequency change • Why rest without guilt softens survival mode “Rest without guilt recalibrates your whole system.” Hello Beautiful, Monica here supporting you to become the conscious mama you were born to be… Last week you noticed how quickly doing replaces feeling. How productivity becomes a shield. This week we stay with what happens when that shield lowers. And usually what shows up first is guilt. Not laziness. Not failure. Guilt. Fertility burnout is rarely about doing too little. It is about never feeling allowed to stop. When rest appears your nervous system may panic. It might whisper that you are behind. That time is running out. That IVF trauma or past disappointments mean you must push harder. And here is the uncomfortable truth. That push is often the very thing keeping your body in survival mode. Emotional healing begins when you pause without earning it. No reward. No justification. Just presence. We are also opening the door to time pressure. Not the clock. The internal story that it is too late. That your fertility journey is on a countdown. You already know age is not the whole story. But your subconscious may still be running a fear based script. And that script shapes your frequency more than any supplement ever could. This is where subconscious healing gets real. Not dramatic. Not loud. Just steady. A sticky note that says you do not need to earn this moment. A breath. A softening. And the quiet realization that safety is not something you achieve through overdoing. Next week we go deeper into those time stories and the subtle ways they shape your choices. For now just notice what happens when you stop performing. It might be uncomfortable. It might also be the relief you have been craving. Timestamps 02:29 When overdoing softens and guilt shows up 03:58 Rest without earning it and what your body feels  05:18 Building awareness as subconscious healing  06:15 Time pressure stories and feeling behind 07:40 Trusting your body and staying committed Full Transcript Over on the Blog: https://www.findingfertility.co/blog/FertilityBurnoutGuiltRestNoOneTalksAboutDuringIVFInfertility  Let's Do This Together

This week, Erin and Sara catch up and discuss Sara's interview skills, robot hairdressers, and Love Story style. They are also joined by Feng Shui master David Cho to discuss the year of the fire horse, attracting abundance, and more.See the Feng Shui charts here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/qui849dp5zfagf92xhp3u/AKw5hxnoeiytCjdVTPAxp6I?rlkey=zmot4jd0y3nggchqvful8avsz&st=xsxng4k3&dl=0Executive Producers: Erin Foster, Sara Foster, and Allison BresnickAssociate Producers: Montana McBirney and Olivia GeffnerAudio Engineer: Josh WindischProduced by Wishbone ProductionProduced by Dear MediaThis episode is sponsored by:Bon Charge (boncharge.com PROMO CODE: FOSTER)Purely Elizabeth (purelyelizabeth.com PROMO CODE: FOSTER)Boll & Branch (bollandbranch.com/foster15)Ritual (ritual.com/foster)Caraway (carawayhome.com/foster10)Betterhelp (betterhelp.com/foster)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trying something new here! I interviewed three women authors on the same day whose novels took me through the full spectrum of motherhood — so I wanted you all to have the same experience. We start with Angela Brown's Ways to Find Yourself in which Grace Whittaker meets younger versions of herself as she mourns her mother's loss while attempting to get pregnant. We then move on to British “it girl” Saba Sams's Gunk which really throws you into the birth and baby experience. And then we fast forward to empty nesting in Lindsey Goldstein's Gap Year in which a middle-aged mom takes off on an adventure after being left by her husband. Would love your input on this new episode format. I had fun doing it! Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens!** Check out the Z.I.P. membership program—Zibby's Important People! As a Z.I.P., you'll get exclusive essays, special author access, discounts at Zibby's Bookshop, and more. Head to zibbyowens.com to subscribe or upgrade and become a Z.I.P. today!** Follow @totallybookedwithzibby on Instagram for more about today's episode. (Music by Morning Moon Music. Sound editing by TexturesSound. To inquire about advertising, please contact allie.gallo@acast.com.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest Dr. Ward McClellan and first-time co-host Dr. John G. Pierce join host Dr. Mike Chupp for Part 2 of a conversation about infertility and in vitro fertilization. As a reproductive endocrinologist, OB-GYN, and follower of Christ, Dr. McClellan brings both clinical expertise and biblical conviction to this topic. Dr. Pierce, CMDA's Vice President of Missions and Medical Education and Chair of Women's Health at LUCOM, is board-trained in both Internal Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynecology, bringing decades of clinical and academic experience to the discussion. Together with Dr. Chupp, they explore how Christian healthcare professionals can navigate the ethical complexities of IVF, uphold the dignity of every human life, and care well for couples facing infertility while remaining faithful to Christ in a rapidly evolving field of medicine.

Holly Schechter always knew she wanted to be a mom. But getting there was a journey. After a car crash and two major spine surgeries, she struggled with infertility. Today, Holly shares her remarkable story of IVF… with a hopeful ending. … Recommendations from the archive • Infertility got you down? Maybe you need to laugh about it with infertility sketch comedy in our episode Awkward Adventures in Infertility. • Our early episode The Longest Longest Time is about one woman's struggle with miscarriages for 11 years… and how she eventually came to have a baby. … Episode resources • Holly is now head of education at Conceive, a digital platform that provides 24/7 medical and emotional support for people trying to get pregnant. … • Join LST+ for community and access to You Know What, another show in the Longest Shortest universe! • Follow us on Instagram • Sign up for our newsletter, where we recommend other parenting + reproductive health media • Buy books by LST guests (your purchase supports the show!) • Website: longestshortesttime.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

349: Conceiving naturally is a hot topic in this day and age, and IVF has skyrocketed as the go-to method of conceiving for couples. But is that the best option? And should we be looking at other variables before spending our time and money on IVF? Natalie Crawford is here with me today to talk all things infertility, biomarkers, “healthy habits” we may be doing that are actually hindering a woman's chances to conceive, and so much more. Natalie is a double board certified fertility doctor and has helped thousands of patients and followers learn about their bodies and their fertility, empowering them with education and learning to advocate for themselves in their own fertility journeys. Today's discussion is an eye opener for anyone trying to conceive naturally or via IVF. Topics Discussed: → Getting pregnant when you don't have a period→ Infertility causes and how to fix them→ Hormonal birth control's effects on fertility→ How our mothers' habits while pregnant affect our fertility→ AMH, what is it and why should we get tested→ “Healthy habits” sabotaging our fertility (including men) As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at digestthispod@gmail.com. And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Sponsored By:  → Manukora | Head to https://manukora.com/DIGEST to get $70 off the Starter Kit → Ollie | Ollie. Feed the Obsession. Go to https://ollie.com/digest and use code digest to get 60% off your first box! → Kasandrinos | Go to https://www.kasandrinos.com/digest and use code DIGEST for 25% off Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:05:52 - Rapid fire questions → 00:07:01 - Pregnancy without a period → 00:10:14 - Pregnancy postpartum → 00:11:51 - Functional hypothalamic amenorrhea → 00:15:01 - Infertility + IVF → 00:20:20 - Common IVF scenarios → 00:22:41 - THC products + fertility → 00:24:13 - Infertility as a symptom → 00:30:03 - Health + infertility → 00:36:43 - Detox pathways → 00:38:09 - Nutrient deficiencies → 00:40:22 - AMH + fertility → 00:45:28 - Inherited fertility factors → 00:48:22 - Birth control + fertility → 00:55:27 - Common fertility barriers Further Listening: → Foods That Help & Harm Hormones, Infertility, Inflammation, + The Key to Hormone Balance Check Out Dr Natalie Crawford: → Instagram → Website → Her book, The Fertility Formula Check Out Bethany: → Bethany's Instagram: @lilsipper → YouTube → Bethany's Website → Discounts & My Favorite Products → My Digestive Support Protein Powder → Gut Reset Book  → Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We often talk about infertility being a "path," and sometimes we can walk that path literally! Today we're welcoming community members Mark and Carissa to the podcast to share about their life-changing pilgrimage to the Holy Land and beyond. They'll share about:What it was like to walk where Jesus Himself had walked.What insights and healing they received regarding living through a season of infertility.The advice that they would give to couples who would like to go on pilgrimage to the Holy Land themselves.It is our honor to walk this path with you!Links:Mark and Carissa's YouTube Channel

Help Make This Podcast Happen!We invite you to join the Uniquely Committed and help make this podcast happen. Learn more at uniquelyknitted.org/uniquely-committedThis podcast is produced by Uniquely Knitted.Uniquely Knitted exists to transform the experience of infertility. Our mission is to heal the traumas of infertility, miscarriage, and loss, and to end the isolation that comes with struggling to conceive. We achieve this by providing innovative, evidence-based preventative mental health support to those fighting to grow their families.Discover more at uniquelyknitted.orgSupport the show

 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 episode, the Fertility Docs walk listeners through what typically happens after a positive pregnancy test following IVF. The doctors explain how early pregnancy is monitored, beginning with the first pregnancy blood test about two weeks after embryo transfer and continuing with repeat hormone testing every few days to ensure appropriate rises. They discuss what doctors look for on early ultrasounds, why some patients need closer monitoring, and how different outcomes such as viable pregnancies, biochemical pregnancies, ectopic pregnancies, or abnormal intrauterine pregnancies are identified and managed. The episode also covers when patients go back to their OB/GYN once a pregnancy is progressing normally. The doctors answered many common questions patients search for after seeing that first positive test. Questions such as what happens after a positive IVF pregnancy test and how often pregnancy hormone levels are checked come up frequently. They explain how much hCG should rise in early pregnancy and what it means if it does not increase appropriately. The episode addresses when the first ultrasound is done after IVF and what doctors are hoping to see at five to six weeks of pregnancy. They discuss what an ectopic pregnancy is, how it is diagnosed, and why it can be difficult to distinguish early on from an abnormal intrauterine pregnancy. Other common concerns include what a biochemical pregnancy means, how abnormal pregnancies are treated, and when expectant management may be appropriate. Finally, the hosts review how long fertility clinics typically follow patients during early pregnancy and when care is transferred to an obstetrician. 

Are you believing for a miracle baby? Discover powerful prayer declarations for fertility, IVF, pregnancy, and healthy delivery in Kathy DeGraw's brand new book Speak Life. If you are battling infertility, walking through IVF, or carrying a high-risk pregnancy, this book equips you with faith-filled, medically precise prayers to partner with God for conception, protection, and healthy babies. Purchase Speak Life: Prayer Declarations for Fertility, IVF, Pregnancy, Labor, Delivery, and Healthy Babies on Amazon https://a.co/d/0hCMKe7Y or at: https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/product/speak-life-prayer-declarations-for-fertility-pregnancy-labor-delivery/  Purchase Anointing Oil with a prayer cloth that Kathy has personally mixed and prayed over on Kathy's Website or Amazon. Order anointing oil by Kathy on Amazon look for her brand here https://amzn.to/3PC6l3R or Kathy DeGraw Ministries https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/product-category/oils/ Training, Mentorship and Deliverance! Personal coaching, deliverance, e-courses, training for ministry, and mentorships! https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/training/# Friends, this book was birthed in the middle of spiritual warfare and a high-risk labor and delivery. Speak Life is not theory. It is prayer forged in the hospital room when doctors gave difficult diagnoses and the enemy tried to steal a miracle. Four times the enemy attempted to take my grandson's life, and four times the hand of God intervened. Co-written with my daughter Lauren during her labor experience, Speak Life is filled with prayer declarations for fertility, IVF, pregnancy, labor, delivery, and healthy babies. This is not a long teaching book. It is focused, strategic, faith-filled prayer. You will find medically researched, biblically grounded declarations that cover PCOS, blocked fallopian tubes, hormone imbalance, healthy DNA and chromosomes, protection from birth trauma, and a full 40-week pregnancy prayer protocol. If you have suffered miscarriage, infertility, a partial molar pregnancy, or fear during pregnancy, we understand the emotional and spiritual battle. These prayers help you partner with the Holy Spirit, speak life over your womb, and declare health over your baby from conception to delivery. This is about hope. This is about standing in agreement. This is about seeing healthy babies born and the kingdom of God advance through the next generation. #FertilityPrayer #IVFPrayer #PregnancyPrayers #HealthyPregnancy #SpeakLifeBook **Connect with Us** - Website: https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kathydegraw/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathydegraw/ Podcast - Subscribe to our YouTube channel and listen to Kathy's Podcast called Prophetic Spiritual Warfare, or on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/3mYPPkP28xqcTzdeoucJZu or Apple podcasts at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prophetic-spiritual-warfare/id1474710499 **Recommended Resources:** - Receive a free prayer pdf on Warfare Prayer Declarations at https://kathydegrawministries.org/declarations-download - Kathy's training, mentoring and e-courses on Spiritual Warfare, Deliverance and the Prophetic: https://training.kathydegrawministries.org/ - Healed At Last ~ Overcome Sickness and Receive your Physical Healing: https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/healed-at-last/ - Mind Battles – Root Out Mental Triggers to Release Peace!: https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/product/mind-battles-pre-order-available-january-2023/ -Kathy has several books available on Amazon or kathydegrawministries.org **Support Kathy DeGraw Ministries:** - Give a one-time love offering or consider partnering with us for $15, $35, $75 or any amount! Every dollar helps us help others! - Website: https://www.kathydegrawministries.org/donate/ - CashApp $KDMGLORY - Venmo @KD-Ministries - Paypal.me/KDeGrawMinistries or donate to email admin@degrawministries.org - Mail a check to: Kathy DeGraw Ministries ~ PO Box 65 ~ Grandville MI 49468

What if one of the the missing pieces in your fertility journey isn't another item "to-do" but a deeper understanding of your own body?If you're doing all the things—tracking, testing, supplementing, pushing through IVF cycles—yet still feeling disconnected, inflamed, anxious, or exhausted… you might be overlooking the foundation: how your body digests, absorbs, and feels safe enough to create life.Because fertility isn't just numbers and lab results. It's vitality.In this powerful conversation with Ayurvedic practitioner Madison, we demystify Ayurveda—the 5,000-year-old “science of life”—and explore how reconnecting to your body's natural rhythms can transform not just your fertility, but your entire relationship with yourself.Ayurveda teaches that we are made of the same elements as nature—earth, water, fire, air, and space—and that true balance comes from honoring your unique self.  When digestion is strong, your nervous system feels safe, and your body is nourished at a cellular level, reproductive health becomes supported naturally.We dive into concepts like prana (life force), why reproductive tissue is the last tissue to be nourished, and why it's not just what you eat—but how you digest—that matters most.If you've been operating in survival mode, this episode will gently invite you back into alignment.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:What Ayurveda really is—and why it's called the “knowledge of life”How your unique dosha (Vata, Pitta, or Kapha) impacts your hormones and fertilityWhy digestion is the foundation of egg, sperm, and uterine healthHow increasing prana (life force) can support conscious conception and preconception preparationFertility begins with vitality—and when you learn to nourish your body in alignment with its nature, you don't just prepare for pregnancy… you come back to life yourself.Madison's Bio: Madison is an Ayurvedic Doctor, Functional Hormone Specialist, and Fertility Educator, as well as a longtime teacher of yoga and meditation. She helps women and couples prepare for pregnancy by balancing hormones, optimizing digestion, and creating the physical, emotional, and energetic conditions for new life to thrive.FREEBIEFree Ayurvedic Fertility Type Test -- Take the Fertility Type Test to uncover why your energy, digestion, and cycle symptoms are early clues about your future fertility—and how to work with your body's natural rhythms to attract a healthy pregnancy.https://subscribepage.io/fertilitytypetestCONNECT with Lisa & get IVF COACHING SUPPORT Download IVF Mindset Shift Guide https://ivfmanifestingamiracle.myflodesk.com BOOK a complimentary DISCOVERY CALL BOOK: ‘HOLD ON, BABY! A Soulful Guide to Navigating the Ups & Downs of Infertility & IVF.'INSTAGRAMWATCH on YOUTUBELISTEN to the PODCAST on Apple and Spotify:**Please Rate the show & Subscribe! THANK YOU so much for your Reviews of the podcast!Music Credit (Closing Song) by Sam Costigan. Follow her on Spotify and IG

In this episode of Confidently Balance Your Hormones, Dee Davidson sits down with fertility educator Julie Lipsett to discuss how women can truly understand their menstrual cycle — and use that knowledge to either achieve pregnancy naturally or prevent it naturally.So many women are never taught how their cycle actually works. Instead, they are placed on hormonal birth control without understanding ovulation, cervical mucus patterns, progesterone shifts, or what a healthy cycle should look like.Julie shares how fertility awareness methods empower women to:Track ovulation accuratelyIdentify fertile windowsSupport hormone balance naturallyImprove chances of conceptionAvoid pregnancy without hormonal birth controlUnderstand what irregular cycles may be signalingWhether you're trying to conceive, avoid pregnancy, or simply want to understand your hormones on a deeper level, this episode gives you practical tools and empowering education.Understanding your cycle is not just about fertility — it's about metabolic health, hormone balance, and long-term wellness.Learn more about Julie and her work here:

Have infertility or loss ever made you feel like you're carrying more than you can hold?In this episode of Purpose Beyond Motherhood from Twelve 12 Ministries, we're sitting down with Heather LaVigne for a real conversation about infertility, miscarriage, endometriosis, and the slow work of healing when your heart is tired.Heather shares her long road through unexplained infertility, IVF, secondary infertility, and multiple losses. She also talks about the moment she realized endometriosis had been impacting her body for years, and what it looked like to keep showing up to God when she honestly felt like she couldn't anymore.We talk about lament, the words you're scared to say out loud, and the kind of community that helps you breathe again.If you need an episode that makes space for grief while still pointing you back to Jesus, press play.Book + resources mentioned Barren (Heather LaVigne) Dark Clouds, Deep MercySupport + community Twice-a-month virtual support group: Twelve 12 Ministries Website Shop Instagram + Facebook: @twelve12ministries Email: info@twelve12ministries.org

Welcome to Fertility and Sterility Roundtable, hosted by Dr. Emily Barnard and Dr. Ben Peipert! Each week, we will host a discussion with the authors of "Views and Reviews" and "Fertile Battle" articles published in a recent issue of Fertility and Sterility.  Today, we will be discussing the Fertile Battle from the February issue of Fertility and Sterility which is entitled "Should you do ultrasound monitoring and trigger for intrauterine insemination cycles? We are joined by two of the authors, Dr. Cassie Hobbs who will be taking the "pro" side in favor of ultrasound monitoring, and Dr. Lindsay Hartup, who will be arguing to do away with ultrasound monitoring.  Dr. Cassie Hobbs is a second-year Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility fellow at the University of Pennsylvania. She completed her OB/GYN residency training at Brown University and received her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine. She is passionate about examining disparities that exist in reproductive medicine and taking steps to make family building a more equitable process for all.  Dr. Lindsay Hartup is a Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility fellow at Brigham and Women's Hospital. She completed medical school and Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the University of Texas Health San Antonio. Her research interests are fertility preservation/oncofertility, assisted reproductive technology, and chronic endometritis. Read the Fertile Battle from Volume 125, Issue 2 p228-233 in the February 2026 issue View Fertility and Sterility at https://www.fertstert.org/  

Rebuilding Trust With Your Body After Infertility When IVF Failed (with Holly Perkins) When IVF failed and fertility treatments ended without a baby, you did not just lose a dream. You often lost trust in your body. After years of hormones, medical procedures, weight changes, and emotional whiplash, it can feel almost impossible to want to care for yourself again. Movement can feel loaded. Exercise can feel like punishment. And sometimes the quiet thought underneath it all is: Why should I take care of you? In Episode 200, you are getting a grounded, practical conversation about rebuilding your relationship with your body after infertility. You will hear from Holly Perkins, a women's fitness expert with 30 years of experience helping women build strength through science-backed, sustainable approaches designed for women in their 30s, 40s, and beyond. This is not about chasing a smaller number on the scale. This is about strength, muscle, metabolism, bone health, and feeling better in your body after everything it has been through. If caring for your body has felt complicated since IVF failed, this episode is for you. What You Will Learn Why it makes sense that self-care feels hard after fertility treatments end. How emotional healing and physical strength support each other. Why "just lose weight" is not the right goal after hormone disruption. What happens to muscle and metabolism in your 40s and 50s. Why muscle is more important than the scale for long-term health. How strength training supports bone density and aging well. What a realistic starting point looks like when you have felt disconnected from your body. A Message You Might Need to Hear You are not broken because it feels hard to care for your body right now. When IVF failed, your body can start to feel like the enemy. This conversation helps you shift from punishment to partnership so you can rebuild trust in a way that feels steady and sustainable. Join Holly's Free 3-Day Workshop: Muscle for Life If you are ready for practical guidance on building strength in a way that fits your life, Holly is offering a free 3-day workshop called Muscle for Life. It starts March 5, 2026! Inside the workshop, you will learn: Why BMI and body weight are outdated metrics. How to think about muscle-to-fat ratio instead of just the scale. The strength training principles that matter most for women over 30. How to support bone density and long-term health. Nutrition strategies that support blood sugar, energy, and metabolism. You can register for FREE here:

Around the world, one in six people will experience infertility in their lifetime, according to the World Health Organisation. In Africa, there is still a lot of stigma that surrounds infertility, but now, more people are starting to speak out about their struggles on social media. Focus on Africa podcast host, Nkechi Ogbonna, sat down for a chat with Matshepo Segole, from Johannesburg, South Africa who has built a community on TikTok for women navigating infertility, and Jonathan Luwagga, who is British-Ugandan. He has been sharing his story on social media to encourage more men to speak out about this issue. Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Fana Negash and Carolyne Kiambo Technical Producer: Herbert Masua Senior Producer: Priya Sippy Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla

Daniel shares how breaking food addiction, finding clarity, and rebuilding discipline transformed his life through mindset, faith, and a meat‑focused lifestyle.Need help on your health journey? Sign up for a $39 Intro Coaching Call with one of our Kiltz Health Certified Coaches: https://calendly.com/d/cxdf-5ft-z2k/k...Sign up now and join the Kiltz Mighty Tribe – Dr. Kiltz's Free Keto and Carnivore Community! https://kiltz-mighty-tribe.mn.co/ Dr. Robert Kiltz is a double board‑certified OB/GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist, and the founder of CNY Fertility—one of the most accessible and respected fertility centers in the world. He specializes in IVF, reproductive immunology, minimally invasive surgery, and advanced reproductive technologies, and he continues to actively practice medicine while leading a global community focused on metabolic health and fertility. As the creator of The Kiltz Method and founder of Kiltz Health and The Mighty Tribe, he is recognized for integrating nutrition, mindset, and ancestral healing principles into modern medical care. Dr. Kiltz trained at USC, UC Davis, UCLA and completed a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Harbor‑UCLA.Disclaimer: Dr. Kiltz does not promote or encourage the use of any substances, treatments, or practices that are not recognized as safe or effective by established medical authorities. The information in this video is for general educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare provider. It should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult a licensed medical professional before making changes to your diet, medications, or health practices. Do not ignore or delay seeking professional advice because of the content shared here. This material reflects general knowledge and is not a substitute for individualized medical guidance.

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Is everything we've been told about fat… wrong?In this episode, I sit down with Reproductive Endocrinologist & Fertility Specialist, Dr. Robert Kiltz, founder of CNY Fertility, to talk about infertility, gestational diabetes, insulin resistance, and the controversial idea that eating more fat — not less — may be the key to healing.Dr. Kiltz shares his personal health journey, how he began questioning conventional nutrition advice, and what he started noticing in his fertility practice when patients shifted toward paleo, keto, and even carnivore-style eating. We discuss rising infertility rates, pregnancy nutrition myths, blood sugar balance, liver health, inflammation, and why so many women today are being diagnosed with gestational diabetes.This episode will absolutely challenge the standard pregnancy nutrition narrative you've been receiving — and invite you to think more critically about what truly supports fertility and metabolic health.Here are some highlights from the episode: • Dr. Kiltz's unexpected journey from troubled teen to fertility specialist • Why infertility rates continue to rise — and what might actually be driving it • The connection between insulin, liver health, and gestational diabetes • How quickly hormones and blood sugar can begin to shift with dietary changes • Protein vs. fat — are we emphasizing the wrong one? • Whether you can really “eat too much” fat • The role inflammation may play in reproductive struggles • Why reproductive health reflects overall metabolic health • How mindset, faith, and stress impact healing and fertilityWhether you agree with everything shared or not, this conversation will help you ask better questions about what you're eating before and during pregnancy — and what truly nourishes your body while growing a baby.If you're trying to conceive, navigating gestational diabetes, or simply wanting to optimize your health for pregnancy, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Tune in, decide for yourself, and let me know what you think!!Don't forget to RATE & FOLLOW the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast! Leave a Review! ⭐️ Here's how >> On Apple Podcasts Find “Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy” podcast Select “Ratings and Reviews” Click the stars! Select “Write a Review” and tell us what was the most amazing, comforting, eye-opening thing that you loved! On Spotify Find "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" podcast Click the 3 dots "..." Select "Rate podcast" Click the stars and write a quick review! FOLLOW "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here's how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show titles Let's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: hello@myessentialbirth.com. Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM!

Team USA parents Ellen and Jim Hughes join to discuss sons Jack and Quinn, their Olympic gold medal, and the experience of raising three brothers who all reached the National Hockey League. Matthew Morrison stops by to discuss his return to Broadway in the musical ‘Just in Time.' Plus, a closer look at how couples facing infertility are finding community on social media. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.