Understanding PGTA: 7 Steps To Testing Your Embryos Before Transfer
Release Date: 08/04/2025
Most Commonly Asked IVF Questions
The Egg Whisperer Show
I get asked questions about IVF daily, from my patients and from those seeking treatment elsewhere in the United States and beyond. While the steps involved in IVF are generally the same, the factors to consider and the patient’s needs are all unique. While I can’t cover all scenarios in a single show (or blog post), I do want to recap some of the most common questions I get and answer some specific inquiries that were emailed to me. There’s a chance you have the same question as someone else. Would you like to learn more about IVF? The next live class call is on Monday, September 15,...
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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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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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Eggs, Emotions and Divine Timing: A Fertility Deep Dive for Women in 30s and Beyond hosted by Sabeena Maharjan of The Reset Mantra
The Egg Whisperer Show
I had the pleasure of being interviewed on the Reset Mantra podcast with host Sabeena Maharjan, where I shared one of my core beliefs: “Knowledge is power. Test, don’t guess.” In our conversation, I opened up about my journey as a physician and why I’m so passionate about empowering people to take charge of their health. Too often, we rely on assumptions or outdated information—when in reality, the answers are often just a test away. Whether it’s fertility, wellness, or any aspect of life, I believe in using evidence and data to guide our choices. If you’re ready to break free...
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Follicle and Egg Stimulation Strategies for Women with Diminished Ovarian Reserve with Dr. Geoffrey Sher
The Egg Whisperer Show
When it comes to DOR, aka Diminished Ovarian Reserve, I will forever be reminding you, your friend, your friend’s mom and anyone else who will listen: “diminished” does not mean “zero”! That’s why I’m so happy to have Dr. Geoffrey Sher back on the show to talk all about egg stimulation specifically for women with a diminished ovarian reserve. Just because you may have gotten a DOR diagnosis does not mean your fertility journey ends here. In fact, there are still many ways that you can work with your doctor to give your remaining eggs the best chance at success. Like I...
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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 Fertility with Dr. D: Supplements, Genetics, and Implantation Challenges
The Egg Whisperer Show
In this episode, we discuss the comprehensive guide 'The Expert Guide to Fertility: Boost Your Chances for Pregnancy' by Dr. Artie Kumar and Dr. Sanfilippo. The book provides crucial information on navigating the challenging journey to fertility. Dr. Kumar shares the background and vision behind the book, recounting how it was shaped by her and Dr. Sanfilippo's experiences and conversations with patients. The discussion covers diagnostic tests for fertility, treatment for endometriosis, and the importance of understanding medical, emotional, and financial aspects of fertility. Additionally,...
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Exploring Donor Conception and Infertility Advocacy with Our Hearts Match Author Victoria Nino
The Egg Whisperer Show
We’re talking all about donor conception and infertility advocacy on today’s podcast episode with my wonderful guest, Victoria Nino. Victoria is the creator of Expecting Anything, a blog where she candidly shares her journey through infertility, IVF and motherhood through donor eggs. She is also the founder of Infertility Unfiltered, a platform dedicated to sharing raw, honest stories about infertility without the pressure of a positive outcome. Victoria has published her first children’s book, Our Hearts Match, which helps parents have important conversations with their donor-conceived...
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Understanding the Menstrual Cycle and Implantation
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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The Power of Personalized Fertility Care: Insights with Dr. Aimee (Meg Faith For The Barreness)
The Egg Whisperer Show
I’m excited to have joined Meg Faith recently for an Instagram Live on “For The Baroness,” and delighted to be sharing our conversation on The Egg Whisperer Show. In this episode, we dive into how tailored approaches can transform fertility journeys, especially when it comes to customizing treatment plans based on unique patient needs. We covered everything from the importance of a thorough diagnosis to exploring innovative treatments like ovarian PRP and rapamycin. We discussed the critical importance of understanding every patient’s story and why I believe, “There’s just no...
info_outlineStep 1: Plan for multiple retrievals if needed
Step 2: Understand that embryo quality still matters
Step 3: Be prepared for inconclusive results
Step 4: Get clarity on mosaic and segmental embryos
Step 5: Review embryo disposition consent forms carefully before you start
Step 6: Know that PGTA screens only for chromosomes—not all genetic issues
Step 7: Be aware that abnormal pregnancies can still happen
The next live class call is on Monday, August 18 at 4 pm PT, where I’ll explain IVF and Egg Freezing and answer your questions live on Zoom.
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