Planning Your Fertility Future: Understanding Your Fertility (Plus Egg Freezing and IVF)
Release Date: 01/16/2026
Navigating IVF with The Fertility Docs: Tips, Transparency, and The IVF Blueprint
The Egg Whisperer Show
In this episode of the Egg Whisperer Show, I have the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Abby Eblen, Dr. Carrie Bedient, and Dr. Susan Hudson: board-certified reproductive endocrinologists, co-hosts of the "Fertility Docs Uncensored" podcast, and authors of the new book, "The IVF Blueprint." As clinicians and, in some cases, IVF patients themselves, they bring a wealth of experience and empathy to our conversation about the emotional and practical aspects of fertility treatment. Together, we dive into the motivations behind writing "The IVF Blueprint," the importance of patient education, and the...
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Revolutionizing Donor Conception: Danielle Winston on Known Sperm Donors and The Seed Scout (Fertility Expert Series)
The Egg Whisperer Show
I’m talking all about the benefits of known sperm donation with Danielle Winston of The Seed Scout on today’s brand new episode of The Egg Whisperer Show. When Danielle and her partner, practicing pediatrician Dr. Paige Kennedy-Winston, were looking to build their own family, they quickly realized the space of sperm banking was riddled with roadblocks for most families. The process was highly impersonal, the anonymity and lack of diversity adding to the problem, and options seemed extremely limited. That’s when Danielle and Dr. Kennedy-Winston took matters into...
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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
The Egg Whisperer Show
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
The Egg Whisperer Show
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...
info_outlineWhat do I want?
What is it going to take to get what I want?
And am I willing to do it?
When applied to fertility, these questions help you get concrete and honest about your timeline, your options, and the steps you need to take now to avoid struggle later. I explain why fertility treatment is really about "egg rescue" - saving eggs from being lost forever - and why planning your fertility deserves at least as much attention as planning that dream vacation to the Maldives.
- Understanding that we ovulate only one egg per month with a 15% chance of genetic viability at best
- The reality of conception timelines: why it can take 6-12 months for healthy couples to conceive
- Miscarriage statistics and why 20-30% of pregnancies end in the first trimester through no fault of your own
- The three-question framework for planning your fertility future: what you want, what it takes, and your willingness to act
- How egg freezing works as "IVF without the F" and why it's about rescuing eggs, not depleting them
- Age-related fertility decline: why your chances at 41 (10% viable eggs) are dramatically different than in your twenties
- Preparing for pregnancy like you'd prepare for a vacation: getting medically ready, addressing health issues, and genetic carrier screening
The next live class call is on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 4 pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and Egg Freezing, and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.
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