A Guide to Mental Wellness While Trying to Conceive with Dr. Stacia Mills
The Egg Whisperer Show
Today on The Egg Whisperer Show, I’m so thrilled to welcome the insightful and compassionate Dr. Stacia Mills, a reproductive psychiatrist joining us from Oakland, California! Dr. Mills has a passion for supporting patients’ mental wellness on their fertility journey, and she’s here to share invaluable tips on how to keep your mental health strong while trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, and throughout the postpartum period. One of the best parts? Dr. Mills shares wisdom from her ebook, A Brief Guide to Mental Wellness While Family Planning, packed with practical advice for...
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Rapamycin to Delay Menopause with the Egg Whisperer Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh
The Egg Whisperer Show
I’m excited to be joining Dr. Lorne Brown on the Conscious Fertility Podcast to dive into a fascinating topic: Rapamycin. While it’s started to be used as an anti-aging drug, I’ve been exploring its potential for reproductive health, especially in improving fertility and delaying menopause. In this episode, I share my personal experience taking Rapamycin, including how it’s affected my skin, menstrual cycles, and overall health. We’ll also get into the science behind it and how it may be beneficial for women going through menopause or undergoing fertility treatments like...
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IVM Explained: A Different Approach to Egg Retrieval with guest Dr. Sherman Silber
The Egg Whisperer Show
Can eggs be made from skin cells? Could a skin biopsy one day replace egg retrieval entirely? In this episode, Dr. Aimee sits down with Dr. Sherman Silber, a world-renowned pioneer in infertility and reproductive biology whose groundbreaking work in IVF, IVM, ovary freezing, and in vitro oogenesis has redefined what's possible in fertility medicine. In this episode, we cover: • What IVM is and how it differs from traditional IVF • The "give every egg a chance" philosophy • How IVM benefits PCOS patients without hormonal stimulation • Making eggs and sperm from skin cells (in vitro...
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Ten Steps to Adopt a "Float Through Life" Mindset for Fertility Patients
The Egg Whisperer Show
After 20 years of practicing medicine, I’ve learned that not everything is sunshine and rainbows. To help myself and my fertility patients, I’ve adopted a “float through life” mindset—emphasizing mindfulness, calmness, adaptability, and acceptance. Whether you’re going through IVF or simply exploring your fertility options, cultivating a positive mindset can help you feel more grounded and supported in the process. In this episode, I share how mindfulness and a flexible mindset can be powerful tools for fertility patients. Instead of being consumed by stress or uncertainty,...
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TUSHY-D: What Fertility Patients Need to Know About Oral Health with guest Dr. Katie Lee, DDS
The Egg Whisperer Show
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I welcome Dr. Katie Lee, a holistic and integrative functional dentist, to answer real-life questions about the surprising connection between oral health and fertility. We cover practical advice, debunk myths, and provide actionable tips for optimizing both dental and reproductive health. Plus, we're talking about how visiting a dentist is so important as part of your fertility journey that I'm considering adding a "D" (for dentist) to The TUSHY Method. Welcome to "TUSHY-D!" We dive into how the oral microbiome affects hormones, fertility, and...
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Exploring Donor Conception and Infertility Advocacy with Our Hearts Match Author Victoria Nino
The Egg Whisperer Show
I am talking to the incredible Victoria Nino, author of Our Hearts Match, donor conception advocate, and mom of two about one of the most vulnerable moments in a fertility journey: what happens after IVF fails. Victoria has lived through multiple failed IVF cycles, stage three endometriosis, years of heartbreak, and ultimately became a mother twice over through donor egg conception via two very different paths. Her story is raw, honest, and full of the kind of hard-won wisdom that only comes from truly living it. We dive deep into the emotional rollercoaster of failed IVF cycles,...
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Let's Talk Policy Change: Advancing Fertility & IVF Care in the U.S. with guest Kaylen Silverberg MD
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Read the full show notes: In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Kaylen Silverberg, medical director and managing partner at Texas Fertility Center, co-founder of Ovation Fertility, and a leading advocate for patients navigating IVF and reproductive medicine in the United States. Dr. Silverberg shares his journey from aspiring heart surgeon to passionate fertility specialist, and how his deep connections with patients inspired him to bridge the gap between clinical care and national policy change. In this episode, we cover: ...
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The Truth About Fertility After 30 - Emily Oster Breaks Down the Data
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Have you ever wondered how much of the conventional wisdom about fertility and pregnancy is actually backed by science, and what myths might be holding you back from making your best decisions on your journey? In this episode, I'm busting fertility myths with Emily Oster, an economist, bestselling author, and professor at Brown University, known for bringing data-driven insights to pregnancy, parenting, and fertility. Emily is the author of Expecting Better, Crib Sheet, The Family Firm, and The Unexpected, and the creator of ParentData.org, a trusted platform that helps readers make informed...
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Minimally Invasive, Maximum Impact: Dr. Brooke Winner on Fibroids & Endometriosis
The Egg Whisperer Show
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I’m joined by Dr. Brooke Winner, a board-certified OB/GYN and fellowship-trained minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon. We dig into fibroids and endometriosis—two of the most common conditions that can affect fertility. Dr. Winner sheds light on when these issues need surgical intervention, highlights the benefits of minimally invasive procedures, and discusses how to manage symptoms while supporting reproductive health. In this episode, we cover: How fibroids and endometriosis can impact fertility, implantation, and IVF outcomes The signs,...
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It's Not Hysteria: Everything You Need to Know About Your Reproductive Health (But Were Never Told) with Dr. Karen Tang
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In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by Dr. Karen Tang, a renowned gynecologist and advocate for women's health. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Tang specializes in endometriosis, fibroids, chronic pelvic pain, menopause, and gender-affirming care. She is the founder of Thrive Gynecology in Philadelphia, where she provides expert care to patients nationwide. Dr. Tang shares insights from her new book, It's Not Hysteria: Everything You Need to Know About Your Reproductive Health, which educates and empowers women by dispelling myths and addressing common issues like...
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