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Getting to Baby: Fertility Expert Series with Dr. Angela Thyer and Judy Simon

The Egg Whisperer Show

Release Date: 09/06/2024

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Amy Klein is the author of the new book, "The Trying Game: Get Through Fertility Treatment and Get Pregnant Without Losing Your Mind." As a former fertility patient, she did 9 rounds of IVF on her road to becoming a parent, and wrote about all of it for the New York Times Motherlode blog in her "Fertility Diary" column. This week on the podcast, Amy and I are talking about fertility, her journey, and the advice she has for others. Do you have questions about IVF? The next live class call is on Monday, October 21, 2024 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask...

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I’m thrilled to have Dr. Dana McQueen from RMA in San Francisco join us for this episode of our IG Live series. Dr. McQueen is a renowned reproductive endocrinologist and OB/GYN, recognized for her work in IVF research and recurrent pregnancy loss. We discussed the latest findings and treatments in this challenging area, offering hope and solutions to patients navigating this journey. We covered the common causes of recurrent pregnancy loss, the emotional support patients need, and how IVF may play a role. Dr. McQueen also shared insights from recent studies and answered audience questions...

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I’m excited to welcome Dr. Dana McQueen, a highly knowledgeable reproductive endocrinologist and board-certified OB/GYN from Reproductive Medicine Associates (RMA). We dive into the topic of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss (RPL), a deeply emotional and complex issue that many couples face. Dr. McQueen sheds light on the latest research, potential causes, and the treatments available to help couples navigate this challenging journey. Dr. McQueen also highlights chronic endometritis, a condition that is often overlooked but could be an important factor in miscarriage. She explains how it differs from...

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I get a lot of questions about supplements, and I could not be more excited to have the founders of Tend Prenatal joining me today to share a ton of great information with all of you about supplements and prenatal vitamins. Dr. Behzad and Hannah Varamini are a married couple who started Tend Prenatal, which offer prenatal supplements with a twist. Hannah is an artist and start up consultant with a lifelong aversion to pills. Behzad has a PhD in Human Nutrition with an emphasis on prenatal nutrition and infant brain development. After their own fertility journey that included two pregnancy...

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You all know that I talk about gathering a fertility TEAM when you are a fertility patient. TEAM stands for  T: Therapist E: Eating and Exercise A: Acupuncture M: Mindfulness and meditation I’m speaking with two Egg Whisperers visiting with us from Seattle, Washington, Stephanie Gianarelli and Dr. Lora Shahine. They are experts in all aspects of fertility.  I invited them on to discuss the A of TEAM = ACUPUNCTURE. Stephanie is a fertility acupuncturist in downtown Seattle. Dr. Lora Shahine is a reproductive endocrinologist specializing in infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss at...

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The relationship between sleep and fertility isn't something that's talked about very much. I'm excited to have sleep expert, Dr. Sara Nowakowski, joining me today. We all know sleep is important, but did you know that sleep helps you recover from illness and rebound from life challenges? It also helps with mood regulation and decreases depression and anxiety, and it has been shown to help memory consolidation. Plus, there is scientific evidence to show that sleep impacts hormones, has varying effects during the different phases of a woman's reproductive life (when trying to conceive,...

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In this episode, Dr. Aimee is joined by Dr. Angela Thyer, a reproductive endocrinologist, and Judy Simon, a reproductive health nutritionist, to discuss their book 'Getting to Baby: A Food First Fertility Plan to Improve Your Odds and Shorten Your Time to Pregnancy'.
 
They share insights from over a decade of research and their experiences teaching fertility-focused cooking classes. The episode delves into practical tips from their book, including their six-week fertility diet guide, the benefits of grain bowls, and the importance of hydration and protein during IVF cycles.
 
Additionally, they address common misconceptions about dietary restrictions like eliminating gluten and dairy, and emphasize the value of real, unprocessed foods for a fertility-friendly diet.
 

Purchase "Getting to Baby:" https://amzn.to/3VRJMfN

Dr. Angela Thyer: https://angelathyermd.com/

Judy Simon, RDN: https://www.mind-body-nutrition.com/

Do you have questions about IVF?
Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.
The next live class call is on Monday, September 16, 2024 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.
Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America’s most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.
 
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
01:04 Motivation Behind the Book
02:48 Six-Week Guide to Fertility Nutrition
04:01 Creating Grain Bowls
07:04 Tips for IVF and Protein Intake
12:30 Foods to Avoid and Common Misconceptions
14:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts