Genetic Testing: To Test or Not to Test, That is The Question with guest Dr Nabil Arrach
Release Date: 11/06/2024
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) for Fertility hosted by Dr. Lorne Brown of The Conscious Fertility Podcast
The Egg Whisperer Show
I’m thrilled to have joined Dr. Lorne Brown on the Conscious Fertility Podcast to dive deep into the world of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy and its potential for women on their fertility journey. As the Egg Whisperer, I shared my passion for patient-centered reproductive care, my TUSHY method for fertility diagnostics, and the importance of leaving no stone unturned when supporting those who want to grow their families. Lorne and I discussed the latest in integrative and holistic approaches, and I had the chance to explain how PRP is being used in my practice to help women who want to...
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Hormones, Fertility, PMOS, and Diet with guest Melissa Groves Azzaro of Hormonally Yours Podcast
The Egg Whisperer Show
Today, I'm excited to be talking all about hormones, fertility, and PCOS (now called PMOS) with dietitian and nutritionist Melissa Groves Azzaro. Melissa is the host of the "Hormonally Yours" podcast, and author of the book "A Balanced Approach to PCOS." Her podcast focuses on science based information about PMOS, fertility, and other hormone imbalances. She works with clients to figure out the root cause of their PMOS symptoms, and creates personalized plans for clients that go way beyond their diet to get them feeling better. In this interview, Melissa walks us through some diet options...
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Low Ferritin, Normal Hemoglobin: The Fertility Conversation No One Is Having with guest Anne Matthews
The Egg Whisperer Show
Could your iron stores be secretly impacting your fertility, even when your blood work looks perfectly normal? Today we’re diving into the nuances of low ferritin with normal hemoglobin, and what it could mean for your lining, your transfers, your pregnancy, and your overall fertility journey. My guest is Anne Matthews, acupuncturist, fertility and women’s hormone expert, founder of Energy Tree Studios in Oakville, Ontario, and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (FABORM). In this episode, we cover: What ferritin is, how it differs from hemoglobin, and...
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Fertility, Resilience, and Functional Medicine: Dr. Roxanne Pero on Thriving Beyond Infertility
The Egg Whisperer Show
Dr. Pero is an OB/GYN from Louisiana with an incredible combination of expertise in western medicine, integrative lifestyle, and functional medicine. In this episode, we dive into the critical topic of holistic healthcare for women’s reproductive health. Dr. Pero shares her own deeply personal fertility journey, including her experiences with endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and hormone imbalances. Her story is one of resilience and determination, and it’s shaped her approach to patient care. She focuses on empowering her patients by reintegrating them into their care plans, emphasizing...
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Guiding Families Through Infertility: Mental Health Insights with Lisa Schuman
The Egg Whisperer Show
I’m so excited to share my latest episode of The Egg Whisperer Show with you! This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Lisa Schuman, a leading therapist, award-winning researcher, and author who specializes in family building, donor conception, and surrogacy. Lisa and I dive deep into the critical role mental health plays in fertility treatments, especially when third-party reproduction, like egg or sperm donation and gestational carriers, is involved. She shares her personal journey and decades of professional expertise, introducing us to The Center for Family Building and its new...
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The 2WW: When Does Implantation Occur?
The Egg Whisperer Show
Discover all the answers to some of the most common questions you may have about your menstrual cycle, hormones in your menstrual cycle, ovulation, implantation, and the 2ww (two week wait). If you are trying to get pregnant, you may have heard the term—two week wait, the often nervous time of waiting between ovulation and taking a pregnancy test. For many, this is a dreaded time because it’s hard to know exactly what is happening. But by learning more about your cycle, you can have more knowledge about what might happen. The implantation window is during the two week wait....
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Trying to Conceive? What Parents-to-Be Need to Know About Parkinson’s and Environmental Toxins with Dr. Ray Dorsey of The Parkinson's Plan
The Egg Whisperer Show
In this episode, I’m honored to welcome Dr. Ray Dorsey, a renowned neurologist, researcher, and author of the New York Times bestseller, The Parkinson’s Plan. Together, we dive into the critical topic of Parkinson’s Disease, now the fastest growing neurological disorder in the world, and explore how environmental toxins (rather than aging or genetics), are fueling its rise. Dr. Dorsey shares his expertise on how exposures, even as early as in utero, can increase the risk of Parkinson’s and other serious conditions, and offers practical steps families can take to protect themselves and...
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Does EmbryoGlue Really Improve IVF Success? New ESHRE Research Challenges a Popular IVF Add-On
The Egg Whisperer Show
Embryo Glue is one of the most talked-about IVF add-ons. Does it actually lives up to the hype? I invited Dr. Nirvika Singh Sharma, associate lab director at Ovation Fertility San Antonio, to share what her new research found about embryo glue. Dr. Sharma is a physician, reproductive scientist, and embryologist who recently led a major study presented at ESHRE examining whether EmbryoGlue, a high-concentration hyaluronan transfer medium, actually improves outcomes in frozen embryo transfer cycles. We dig into what embryo glue really is, what her research found across 593...
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Becoming A Changemaker on Your Fertility Journey with guest Alex Budak
The Egg Whisperer Show
Alex Budak is an author and faculty member at Berkeley Haas School of Business. He recently wrote a book called "Becoming a Changemaker." If there is anything I know about fertility patients it's that you all know a lot about being on a journey that often involves embracing change. You become more resilient, and you follow a "growth" mindset. You cling to hope and you let it lead the way forward. It's no surprise that I would have a social entrepreneur and changemaker on the show. You have a lot in common with what Alex teaches and writes about: "Developing a changemaker mindset often...
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Tips to Increase Fertility with Food and Exercise with Dr. Sasha Hakman
The Egg Whisperer Show
I’m so excited to have Dr. Sasha Hakman on the show today! She is a board-certified OBGYN and reproductive endocrinologist, and she brings a unique perspective to fertility because of her personal journey with PCOS, her athletic background, and her passion for lifestyle optimization. We talked about how strength training, nutrition, and exercise can support reproductive health, whether you’re trying to conceive naturally, undergoing IUI or IVF, or managing PCOS. Sasha shares her expert advice, practical tips, and inspiration for staying consistent with your workouts and making meal...
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