My doctor suggested estrogen priming. Will it help? (Ask the Egg Whisperer)
The Egg Whisperer Show
There’s nothing I love more than answering your questions live! In this episode of Ask The Egg Whisperer, we covered a wide range of topics that come up often when you're trying to conceive. Whether you're navigating a diagnosis, facing unexplained infertility, or just starting out on your fertility journey, my goal is to empower you with knowledge and help you take the next best step forward. Here’s what we covered in this episode: How Fragile X carrier status impacts egg quality When to stop birth control and start fertility testing Fibroids and recurrent miscarriage: what next?...
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Pros and Cons of IVF
The Egg Whisperer Show
It seems like everyone is doing IVF. You hear about it in the news. You hear about it in different articles. You hear about it from your neighbors, your friends, so many different people are doing IVF. Everyone is giving different bits of information, but what are you supposed to believe? Today I want to share about the risks of IVF so you know what you’re getting yourself into. IVF allows you to preserve embryos for the future, genetically test embryos, and it does offer the highest pregnancy rate of current fertility treatments. In this episode, I'm sharing: - The basics of IVF:...
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How to Avoid the IVF Catastrophe of OHSS with guest Dr. Nichole Barker
The Egg Whisperer Show
As part of the IVF cycle, patients are given hormones which stimulates the ovaries to allow all the possible follicles and eggs to grow. The good news is that this often allows us to capture as many healthy eggs as possible in one cycle, giving a patient a better chance at a healthy embryo. One possible side effect is Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome. Dr. Nichole Barker of Seattle Reproductive Medicine joins me on the podcast today to talk all about OHSS. What do you need to know before IVF? What are the symptoms of OHSS? What’s the protocol for a patient (and her doctor) should she...
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How to Conceive at Home with the Ana Fertility App: Featuring Dr. Arnold Mahesan and Roxy Earle
The Egg Whisperer Show
In this heartfelt episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I sit down with Dr. Arnold Mahesan and his wife, Roxy Earle, for a deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation about how fertility medicine is evolving—and how it needs to change. They share the story behind Ana, their AI-supported fertility tracking app, and how it was born from their own journey. But this episode goes far beyond the app. We talk about how to bring personalization, emotional support, and community-focused care back to the forefront of fertility treatment. In this episode, we cover: How Dr. Arnold and Roxy’s...
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Behind the Scenes with The Egg Whisperer hosted by Dr. Nabil Arrach
The Egg Whisperer Show
In this special episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I invited Dr. Nabil Arrach from Progenesis Academy to peel back the curtain on my work—and share what’s ahead for The Egg Whisperer brand. We talk about the origin of the nickname, what my work with patients actually looks like (including home visits!), and exciting upcoming projects like The Egg Whisperer App. You’ll get a true behind‑the‑scenes look at how I combine medical expertise, compassion, and personal connection in fertility care. In this episode, we cover: How the nickname “Egg Whisperer” came about and what it...
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After a Disappointing IVF Cycle, What Can I Do To Get More Mature Eggs? (Ask The Egg Whisperer)
The Egg Whisperer Show
In this episode of Ask The Egg Whisperer, I answered your fertility questions live! These Q&A sessions are truly one of the highlights of my week. I love connecting with you directly and offering personalized insights to help you better understand your fertility and take the next best step forward. Whether you’re just getting started, in the middle of IVF, or thinking ahead to embryo transfer, I’m here to support you with answers grounded in science and compassion. In this episode, we cover: What to consider when you have only one embryo at 41 after freezing eggs in your 30s...
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Gut Health and Fertility with guest Dr. Alex Carrasco
The Egg Whisperer Show
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I’m joined by Dr. Alex Carrasco, a board-certified family medicine doctor and functional medicine expert, to talk about the powerful connection between gut health and fertility. Dr. Carrasco is the founder of Nourish Medicine and the author of Bloom: 7 Steps to Reclaim Your Health, Cultivate Your Desires & Reignite Your Spark. We dive into how the gut microbiome impacts hormones, egg and sperm quality, inflammation, and even implantation. Dr. Carrasco breaks down how poor digestion, food sensitivities, and nutrient absorption can quietly...
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Healing After Miscarriage with guests Stefanie Bonnell and Dr. Dana McQueen
The Egg Whisperer Show
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I’m joined by Stefanie Bonnell, a licensed therapist who specializes in perinatal loss and trauma, and Dr. Dana McQueen, a reproductive endocrinologist with a focus on recurrent miscarriage and endometriosis. Together, we dive into one of the most heartbreaking experiences in reproductive health: miscarriage, and talk about how to support healing both emotionally and physically. Stefanie shares her own personal story and the insights she's gained as a therapist supporting others through loss. Dr. McQueen brings her clinical perspective on the...
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The Future of Fertility: AI, Egg Freezing Costs, and Modern Surrogacy with Dr. Brian Levine
The Egg Whisperer Show
I’m joined by Dr. Brian Levine, founding partner and practice director of CCRM New York, and founder of , to discuss the future of fertility care. We explore how artificial intelligence is transforming embryo selection and improving clinical outcomes, and we take a transparent look at the true costs of egg freezing and what patients should expect. Dr. Levine also shares how Nodal is revolutionizing surrogacy by streamlining the matching process and lowering costs for intended parents. From technology-driven advances to policy-level changes, this conversation highlights the many ways...
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Everything You Need to Know About Ectopic Pregnancy with Dr. Laura Londra
The Egg Whisperer Show
In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I’m joined by Dr. Laura Londra, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and fertility expert, to talk about a topic that is as important as it is urgent: ectopic pregnancy. While rare, ectopic pregnancies are potentially life-threatening and require immediate medical attention. That’s why it’s essential to know the signs and understand the risks. Dr. Londra helps break down what an ectopic pregnancy is, how it’s diagnosed, and how it’s treated. We talk about the early warning signs, including what symptoms to look for after IVF or...
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