The Egg Whisperer Show

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Today I'm thrilled to dive into the world of polygenic embryo testing (PGTP) and ImputePGTA with my guest, Jonathan Anomaly, Director of Communications at Herasight.

In our conversation, we unpack the science and ethics behind polygenic testing, discuss how it differs from traditional embryo screening, and address the hopes and concerns that come with these new technologies. We talk about the real-world impact for patients, the importance of informed consent, and how families can make empowered choices about their reproductive journeys. Whether you're a patient, a provider, or just curious about the future of fertility medicine, this episode is packed with insights.

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In this episode, we cover:

• The basics of PGTP and how it compares to PGTA and PGTM
• Announcement of ImputePGTA, a new technique that enables accurate polygenic embryo screening from a routine test (PGT-A)
• How polygenic risk scores are developed and validated
• The potential and limitations of predicting disease risk and traits in embryos
• Ethical considerations and common misconceptions about "designer babies"
• The role of family history and ancestry in genetic testing
• How Herasight's technology can help patients with different backgrounds and needs
• What the future holds for embryo testing, including IVG and gene editing

Resources:

• Herasight: https://herasight.com/
• Jonathan Anomaly's website: https://jonathan-anomaly.com/
• Dr. Aimee's resources: https://www.draimee.org/
• IVF calculator and white papers (available on http://herasight.com/)
• Subscribe to the Egg Whisperer Show on YouTube and Spotify

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 https://www.draimee.org/.

In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by Ashley Rocha, founder of Ladywell, to discuss natural approaches to balancing hormones and supporting fertility. Ashley is passionate about holistic health and provides guidance on how nutrition, lifestyle, and herbal medicine can play a key role in reproductive wellness. In This Episode, We Cover:

• How hormonal imbalances affect fertility and overall health
• The role of nutrition and lifestyle in supporting reproductive wellness
• How herbal medicine and holistic approaches can enhance fertility
• Ways to reduce stress and manage environmental factors that disrupt hormones
• The importance of personalized care when addressing hormone health

Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website. Visit Ladywell's Website Get your copy of my new book, The Egg Whisperer Way, now available on my website. Other ways to reach me: Visit my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates. Join Egg Whisperer School. Request a Consultation with me. Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well-known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making 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 http://www.draimee.org/.

I'm thrilled to welcome Dr. Meredith Provost to The Egg Whisperer Show for an essential conversation about weight, exercise, and fertility. Dr. Provost brings an incredible background to this discussion: she's a reproductive endocrinologist at Indiana Fertility Institute with degrees from NC State, McMaster University, and a PhD from Cambridge in the history and philosophy of science. As a former Division I volleyball player and athlete herself, she uniquely understands both the science and the practical realities of maintaining health while trying to conceive. Her approach is refreshingly balanced and evidence-based, making her the perfect expert to tackle these often-confusing topics. Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website

In this episode, we dive deep into how weight impacts fertility for both women and men, exploring the hormonal mechanisms behind these connections. Dr. Provost shares her compassionate, non-restrictive approach to helping patients optimize their health without extreme measures or body shaming. We discuss realistic dietary recommendations, the role of BMI in fertility outcomes, and what exercise is safe during different stages of fertility treatment, from IUI cycles to egg freezing, IVF, and early pregnancy. Her philosophy of "fertility is a marathon, not a race" resonates throughout our conversation, offering hope and practical guidance for anyone on their fertility journey.

In this episode, we cover:

• How weight affects the communication between your brain and ovaries, impacting ovulation
• The difference between how higher and lower BMI affects fertility in women versus men
• Why eating "real food" matters more than following restrictive fad diets
• Exercise guidelines during IUI, IVF, egg freezing, embryo transfer, and early pregnancy
• The truth about BMI goals and why Dr. Provost doesn't restrict treatment based on weight alone
• How to create sustainable lifestyle changes with accountability partners
• Why you shouldn't eliminate all the healthy coping mechanisms (like exercise) when trying to conceive

Resources:

• Indiana Fertility Institute: fertilityindy.com
• Dr. Meredith Provost on Instagram: @meredithprovostmd
• "The Obesity Code" by Dr. Jason Fung (mentioned for intermittent fasting information)
• Online BMI calculators for tracking body mass index

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I'm thrilled to introduce you to a groundbreaking innovation in fertility care: needle-free IVF. My guest is Dr. Rachel Mandelbaum, a fertility doctor, researcher, and patient advocate who is leading the charge to make IVF more accessible and less intimidating for everyone, especially those who are needle-phobic. Dr. Mandelbaum shares her personal journey, the inspiration behind her work, and how her innovations are changing the landscape of fertility treatment.

In our conversation, we dive deep into the themes of patient empowerment, challenging outdated norms in reproductive medicine, and the importance of offering more compassionate, personalized care. We discuss the science behind needle-free IVF, the impact of patient-centered innovation, and how small changes can make a big difference in the IVF experience. This episode is all about rethinking what's possible in fertility care and advocating for what patients truly deserve.

In this episode, we cover:

• The inspiration behind needle-free IVF and Dr. Mandelbaum's personal journey as a patient and physician
• How needle-free IVF works and the technology adapted from diabetes care
• The results of clinical trials comparing needle-free IVF to traditional methods
• Addressing patient fears and anxieties around self-injection and how new options can improve access to care
• The importance of challenging the "just tough it out" mentality in women's health
• Innovations in progesterone administration and reducing the need for painful injections
• The future of IVF: personalized approaches, patient advocacy, and ongoing research

Resources:

• Dr. Rachel Mandelbaum on Instagram: @rachel.mandelbaum.md
• HRC Fertility: https://www.havingbabies.com/
• The Egg Whisperer Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eggwhisperershow
• Subscribe to The Egg Whisperer Show on Spotify
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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.

Can the surgeon you choose for your endometriosis surgery make or break your chances of getting pregnant? In this episode, I'm exploring what happens when endometriosis gets complicated: how to find the right surgeon, why imaging and surgical planning matter, and what it takes to protect your fertility when operating on reproductive organs.

My guest is Dr. Antonio Gargiulo, a reproductive endocrinologist and advanced reproductive surgeon in the Boston area. He has spent nearly three decades at the intersection of fertility and complex gynecologic surgery, with particular expertise in deep endometriosis, fibroids, adenomyosis, and fertility-focused minimally invasive and robotic surgery.

Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website.

In this episode, we cover:

• What makes endometriosis surgery complex and why deep endometriosis can involve other organs
• How imaging and surgical planning can help identify the extent of disease before surgery
• What questions to ask when choosing an endometriosis surgeon
• How your surgeon's experience and approach can affect fertility outcomes
• What we know about surgery for Stage I and II endometriosis and fertility
• How to protect your fertility when endometriosis surgery involves reproductive organs
• Why endometriosis requires long-term management, even after surgery

Resources:

• Dr. Antonio Gargiulo's website: New England Endometriosis
• Dr. Antonio Gargiulo on Instagram @AntonioGargiuloMd
• The Italian Endometriosis Study (1990s)
• The Canadian Endometriosis Study (late 1990s)
• Opoien et al. (2017) — study on Stage I/II endometriosis ablation and IVF live birth rates
• 2019 Cochrane Database Review — GnRH agonist use before embryo transfer in IVF
• AAGL and ASRM recommendations on progestin treatment for endometriosis management

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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.

On this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein, a renowned expert in endometriosis and minimally invasive gynecology. Together, we dive into the challenges of diagnosing and treating endometriosis, a condition that is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed. Dr. Goldstein shares her expertise on why endometriosis frequently goes undiagnosed for years, the differences between surgical approaches like robotic and laparoscopic surgery, and the connection between endometriosis and infertility.

Here's what we cover in this episode:

• The complexities of diagnosing endometriosis and why it's often delayed
• Advances in minimally invasive gynecology for treating endometriosis
• The critical role of fertility preservation for patients with endometriosis
• A comparison of robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques
• The link between endometriosis and ovarian cancer

Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website.

Resources:

Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein's website: Esse Care

Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein on Instagram

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In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by the inspiring Alysia Lyons—life coach, certified Master Neurotransformational Results Coach, Reiki master, and four-time surrogate. Alysia is also the author of Creating Little Miracles: A Guide to Surrogacy, a heartfelt and informative guide for anyone exploring the surrogacy journey. I had the honor of writing the foreword to her book, and I'm thrilled to share her perspective with you. Together, we explore the unfiltered truth about what it's like to be a surrogate, how to prepare for the emotional and logistical aspects of the journey, and why surrogacy is about so much more than just carrying a baby. Alysia's honesty, humor, and deep compassion shine through as she talks about the highs, the challenges, and the transformative nature of helping others create their families. Find the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website. In this episode, we cover:

• Alysia's personal experience as a surrogate and what inspired her to do it multiple times
• The importance of clear communication and aligned expectations between surrogates and intended parents
• Navigating emotional and physical challenges throughout the surrogacy process
• How to choose the right surrogacy agency and avoid common pitfalls
• The impact surrogacy had on Alysia's sense of purpose and identity

You can find Alysia Lyon's website here.

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I'm thrilled to share my latest episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, where I sit down with the inspiring Alison Beder Solway. Alison is a fitness expert, author, and mother of four who has a unique and beautiful perspective on perseverance, self-advocacy, and hope. In this episode, we dive into her journey of expanding her family through surrogacy 25 years ago and her more recent experience of training for the New York City Marathon. These two life-changing experiences inspired her memoir, The Miles We Run, where she shares how surrogacy and marathon running are deeply connected through themes of endurance, discipline, and resilience. In this episode, we cover:

• How surrogacy and marathon training both teach endurance and resilience.
• The importance of self-advocacy in healthcare and personal journeys.
• Alison's reflections on hope and perseverance during life's challenges.
• Lessons from blending mental and physical strength to overcome obstacles.
• The inspiration behind Alison's memoir, The Miles We Run.

Get your copy of my new book, The Egg Whisperer Way, now available on my website. Resources: You can find Alison's memoir, The Miles We Run, wherever books are sold. To learn more about her fitness programs, visit ABS Fitness, where Alison helps women over 40 build strength and resilience. Find Dr. Aimee's Fertility Essentials Join The IVF Class Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! Join Egg Whisperer School Checkout the podcast Subscribe to the newsletter to get updatesDr. 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.

Regardless of who you see for fertility care, you deserve the best—personalized treatment. I realize that not everyone can come to see me, and I won't be around forever.

This information is a valuable resource as you begin your fertility journey, whoever it is with and whenever it takes place.

The inspiration behind this topic? Well—it started with some snooping. Several times each day, I hear my receptionist answer the phone and new patients on the other end asking what they can expect at a new patient consult. The mystery is about to be revealed!

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Ever wonder why some couples grow closer through infertility while others grow apart? In this episode, I'm diving into one of the most important (and least talked about) sides of the fertility journey: the impact of infertility on relationships, and what you can do to stay connected as a couple if you're both hurting or stressed by the journey.

My guest is Dr. Clay Brigance, a licensed counselor, author, podcaster, and relationship researcher who studies the mental health and relationship impacts of infertility and reproductive loss. After experiencing infertility himself - including male factor, IUI, IVF, pregnancy complications, and a life-threatening postpartum hemorrhage and emergency hysterectomy - Clay set out to answer one question: why do some couples come together through infertility while others fall apart? His research with over 1,000 couples led to his Four Pillars of Connection, a framework that helps couples navigate emotional attunement, conflict, disrupted dreams of parenthood, and intimacy.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why some couples grow closer through infertility while others grow apart (and what the research shows)
• The "holding wet soap" metaphor: why trying to rescue your partner from pain can backfire
• The Four Pillars of Connection: mindful attunement, navigating conflict, disrupted visions of parenthood, and maintaining intimacy
• What to do when one partner wants to talk about everything and the other shuts down
• Male factor infertility: the shame, identity crisis, and silent shattering men experience
• How infertility impacts your sex life and practical ways to keep intimacy alive (including the six-second kiss!)
• First steps for couples in the middle of IVF who feel like they're falling apart

Resources:

• Dr. Clay Brigance's website (free 23-page mental health PDF manual)
• Dr. Clay Brigance on Instagram: @dr_claybrigance
• Love & Infertility Podcast with Dr. Clay Brigance and Ginny Lupka

Read the full show notes on my website.

Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! My book, The Egg Whisperer Way, comes out in March 2027. You can pre-order order your copy here, on my website. Join Egg Whisperer School Checkout the podcast Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates 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.

Egg freezing is IVF without the F (fertilization). You go through a standard cycle of In Vitro Fertilization in which you take hormone shots that stimulate the growth of eggs. A doctor like me then extracts your eggs through a simple surgical procedure, and I work with an embryologist to preserve your eggs in liquid nitrogen until you're ready to use them. So the big question is what happens now that you're ready to use your eggs? In other words, what are the steps towards fertilization (or as I like to say, what the F?) Step 1. Locate Your Eggs Step 2: Decide if you want to unfreeze all your eggs. Step 3. Complete Your Preconception Testing (follow the TUSHY Method) Step 4: Complete Your Infectious Disease Labs Step 5: Implantation Testing Step 6: Make Embryos (and decide if you want to do genetic testing on your embryos) Step 7: Decide Whether You Want to Transfer Fresh or Frozen Embryos Click here to get the full show notes and transcript

Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! My book, The Egg Whisperer Way, comes out in March 2027. You can pre-order order your copy here, on my website. Join Egg Whisperer School Checkout the podcast Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates 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.

Egg Freezing parties are safe and surgery-free gatherings of women (and sometimes men) to learn more about the process of freezing your eggs (or sperm). Beyond that, we talk in general about fertility and how every woman (and man) can take a proactive role in preserving their fertility options. There is humor. There is honest talk. Most importantly, you will learn about clear steps you can take after the party is over. This is not merely an information session, this is meant to inspire action! Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website. Do you have questions about IVF?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! Join Egg Whisperer School Checkout the podcast Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates 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.

Dr. Aimee shares how she personalize the process of finding an egg donor, sperm donor, or gestational carrier, so that everyone involves feels like they are well informed and empowered with the right information. Do you have questions about IVF?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Click to find The Egg Whisperer Show podcast on your favorite podcasting app. Watch videos of Dr. Aimee answer Ask the Egg Whisperer Questions on YouTube.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4w20dXVKYd9A81PTNkyzX Sign up for The Egg Whisperer newsletter to get updates 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 to1 decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

Get the full show notes: https://www.draimee.org/intrauterine-surgery-and-other-life-saving-interventions-with-dr-emery-and-dr-sanfilippo

In this episode, I'm joined by two incredible guests: Dr. Steven Emery, a maternal fetal medicine specialist and director of the Center for Innovative Fetal Intervention at the University of Pittsburgh, and Dr. Joseph Sanfilippo, a renowned reproductive endocrinologist, past President of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, and author of "Everyday Medical Miracles." Together, we explore the latest advances in intrauterine surgery, fetal interventions, and fertility innovations that are changing lives for families everywhere.

In our conversation, we dive deep into the courage and hope that medical innovation brings to patients. Dr. Emery and Dr. Sanfilippo share real-life stories, discuss the evolution of fetal and reproductive care, and offer practical advice for anyone navigating fertility or high-risk pregnancies. We also touch on the future of medicine, from gene therapy to the impact of artificial intelligence in the embryology lab.

In this episode, we cover:

• A remarkable case of fetal anemia and the life-saving power of intrauterine transfusions
• What pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT) is: and what it can and can't detect
• The latest interventions for fetal conditions, including twin-twin transfusion syndrome and fetal hydrocephalus
• How to prepare for pregnancy: lifestyle, medical, and genetic considerations
• The role of maternal fetal medicine specialists and when to seek their expertise
• New research and approaches to fibroid prevention and treatment
• The future of fertility and fetal medicine, including gene therapy and AI

Resources:

• Dr. Sanfilippo's book website: Everyday Medical Miracles or order via Amazon
• Dr. Sanfilippo's book Expert Guide to Fertility via Amazon
• Dr. Emery's email: emerysp @ upmc.edu
• Dr. Sanfilippo's email: sanfjs @ upmc.edu
• American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists: https://www.acog.org/
• American Society for Reproductive Medicine: https://www.asrm.org/

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The next live class call is on Monday, October 19 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.

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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.

Does endometriosis surgery actually improve your fertility, or could it make things worse? In this episode, I am joined by with Dr. Sadikah Behbehani, a surgeon who is double fellowship-trained in both reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI) and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. She specializes in complex endometriosis excision, pelvic pain, and fertility-sparing surgery - and she's one of the few doctors in the country who can both operate on deep infiltrating endometriosis and guide your IVF journey. We dig into when excision surgery helps fertility, when it doesn't, and why so many patients are told the wrong thing about their options.

Get the full show notes at Dr. Aimee's website.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why Dr. Behbahani pursued dual training in fertility and surgery and the gap she saw between REIs and surgeons
• The 10-year average delay in diagnosing endometriosis and the questions every fertility patient should be asked
• The statistic that 50% of women walking into fertility clinics have endometriosis
• How endometriosis can be diagnosed on ultrasound (not just surgery) and what "endometriosis mapping" means
• The difference between excision and fulguration/ablation and why burning lesions isn't real treatment
• How to decide between surgery first, IVF first, or egg freezing before surgery, based on AMH and egg quality
• Why Dr. Behbahani says you should never transfer embryos into a uterus with untreated endometriosis

Resources:

• Learn more about Dr. Sadikah Behbehani and her practice at her website
• Find her on Instagram: @dr.sadikahbehbehani/
• Egg Whisperer Show on YouTube: subscribe here
• Egg Whisperer Show on Spotify

Do you have questions about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.

The next live class call is on Monday, October 19 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 https://www.draimee.org.

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I do this with my patients all the time.

There's a lot of truth-telling that goes on in my office, and often myth-busting is necessary to get to the truth.

Perhaps you can relate — there are so many headlines and hearsay stories about fertility. Do you struggle to disseminate between what is evidence-based and what is not?

I don't care where you live or who your doctor is. My goal is to share what I know in the event that it's even the tiniest bit helpful to you and your fertility journey.

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Do you have questions about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.

The next live class call is on Monday, October 19 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.

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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.

I'm so excited to have Dr. Bruce Lessey of ReceptivaDX join me on the podcast. Dr. Lessey has dedicated his research life to studying the lining of the uterus and more specifically, how to help embryos stick better. His research led to the discovery of the role of BCL-6 in the lining of the uterus as a diagnostic test patients can have done by their doctors to guide them toward the best protocol for transfer success. The test isn't for women just going through IVF either. This test can also be done to help women get an endometriosis diagnosis without going through a laparoscopy surgery. ⁠ ⠀ ⠀⁠ In addition to being a Fertility Doctor at The Fertility Center of the Carolinas, in Greenville SC, Dr. Lessey is also the scientific advisor for Cicero DX. His work on identifying BLC6 became the key component of the Receptivadx test. ⁠ ⠀ ⠀⁠ I'm delighted to have him on the show! Many IVF patients have benefited greatly from the Receptivadx test, and I'm looking forward to asking him a lot of questions about his work. ⁠

Read the full show notes and transcript on Dr. Aimee's websiteFind out more about ReceptivaDX here: https://receptivadx.com/ Would you like to learn more about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.

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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.

I'm excited to share this episode, where I joined Dr. Kirti Patel to talk all about egg freezing on The Gynarchy Podcast. We discuss why egg freezing matters, how it works, and what every woman should know about her fertility options. As a fertility specialist with deep roots in women's health (and a family legacy in OB/GYN), I'm passionate about empowering women with the knowledge and choices they deserve. In this conversation, I share my personal journey, the inspiration behind my work, and why I believe education is the key to reproductive autonomy. During our interview, Dr. Patel and I dive into the evolving landscape of egg freezing, the cultural and societal factors influencing women's choices, and the realities (both medical and emotional) of fertility preservation. We discuss the science, the misconceptions, and the importance of making informed decisions, whether you're considering egg freezing for yourself or just want to better understand your reproductive health. My goal is to demystify the process and help women feel confident, not fearful, about their options. In this episode, we cover:

• My personal and professional journey into fertility medicine, including generational influences and early experiences in my father's practice
• The origins and evolution of "egg freezing parties" and how they've become a platform for education and empowerment
• The step-by-step process of egg freezing, including preparation, testing, and what to expect physically and emotionally
• Common side effects, risks, and the psychological impact of fertility treatments
• The role of genetics, age, and lifestyle in fertility planning, and how to personalize your approach
• Debunking myths: egg freezing as an "insurance policy," who should consider it, and the realities of success rates
• The intersection of workplace benefits, societal pressures, and reproductive rights in the context of fertility care

Resources:

• Dr. Kirti Patel's website and The Gynarchy podcast (go subscribe!)
• My website: https://www.draimee.org/ and IVF classes: https://eggwhispererschool.com/
• The Egg Whisperer Show on YouTube and Spotify
• Social media: @eggwhisperer on Instagram and TikTok
• American Society for Reproductive Medicine: https://www.asrm.org/ (for referenced studies)

Do you have questions about IVF?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, October 19 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Click to find The Egg Whisperer Show podcast on your favorite podcasting app. Watch videos of Dr. Aimee answer Ask the Egg Whisperer Questions on YouTube.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4w20dXVKYd9A81PTNkyzX Sign up for The Egg Whisperer newsletter to get updates 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.

On this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein, a renowned expert in endometriosis and minimally invasive gynecology. Together, we dive into the challenges of diagnosing and treating endometriosis, a condition that is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed. Dr. Goldstein shares her expertise on why endometriosis frequently goes undiagnosed for years, the differences between surgical approaches like robotic and laparoscopic surgery, and the connection between endometriosis and infertility. Here's what we cover in this episode:

• The complexities of diagnosing endometriosis and why it's often delayed
• Advances in minimally invasive gynecology for treating endometriosis
• The critical role of fertility preservation for patients with endometriosis
• A comparison of robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques
• The link between endometriosis and ovarian cancer

Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website. Resources: Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein's website: Esse Care Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein on Instagram Get Dr. Aimee's Fertility Essentials Do you have questions about IVF?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, October 19th at 4pm PST (7pm EST), where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. https://draimee.org/blogDr. 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.

Have you ever wondered what actually happens to your frozen eggs, embryos, and sperm after they leave the fertility clinic? In this episode I'm uncovering the hidden world of cryostorage: from how your reproductive tissues are kept safe for years, to why storage prices vary so wildly, to how private equity has quietly taken over parts of the fertility industry and what that means for patients. If you have anything frozen or are planning to, this conversation will change how you think about where your samples live.

My guest is Charlie Boyer, co-founder and CEO of Generations Cryovault, an independent cryostorage company. Charlie brings years of experience in cryogenic storage — starting in cord blood banking before pivoting to fertility storage with a mission to bring transparency, fair pricing, and rigorous safety standards to an industry he saw as the "Wild West."

In this episode, we cover:

• How frozen eggs, embryos, and sperm are cared for over years of storage and what "boring" looks like for your tissues
• The safeguards in place to prevent tank failures, meltdowns, and chain-of-custody errors including real-time monitoring, human inspection, and ISO 9001 certification
• How natural disasters, earthquakes, and floods factor into choosing a storage facility location
• Safe transportation of reproductive tissues between clinics and storage facilities, including insurance coverage during transport
• What actually goes into the price of annual cryostorage and why costs range from $195 to over $1,400 per year
• How private equity has entered the fertility storage industry and its impact on pricing and patient care
• The different storage models clinics offer: private label, directed storage, and independent choice and why transparency and patient rights matter when signing contracts

Resources

Generations Cryovault: https://gencryo.com/ Contact Charlie Boyer directly: charlie.b @ gencryo.com Subscribe to The Egg Whisperer Show on YouTube or Spotify

Would you like to learn about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.

The next live class call is on Monday, October 19 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.

Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website

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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.