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Episodes
Ep 31: “Helping the Embryos Do Their Thing” – Making Magic in the IVF Lab
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What happens once your eggs and your partner’s sperm are in the hands of the IVF lab? And how do embryologists make the magic of fertilization possi...
Ep 30: “The Chain of Custody” – Keeping Eggs, Sperm and Embryos Safe in the Lab
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
So, you’ve undergone an egg retrieval and your partner has provided a semen sample. How does the IVF lab keep your eggs, sperm and embryos safe? Joi...
Ep 29: "Breaking Down the Terms” – The Basics of Genetic Testing
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard of carrier screening and preimplantation genetic testing, but had no idea what these terms mean? You’re not alone! Patients often vis...
Ep 28: The Mysteries of PCOS – About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering what it means to have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? Our Fertility Docs will tell you that every woman with PCOS is different, so there’...
Ep 27: “The Clock Is Ticking” – Conceiving After 40
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
All women face the reality of “the biological clock,” but does that mean motherhood after 40 is impossible? The Fertility Docs will tell you that ...
Ep 26: The ABCs of IVF – Speaking the Language of Fertility
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The land of fertility treatment has its own language. Becoming fluent in it can make your journey to parenthood easier. To help, the Fertility Docs ar...
Ep 25: Losing Weight to Gain a Baby – How Weight Affects Fertility
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that the numbers on the scale can affect your fertility? The Fertility Docs talk to Dr. Susan Hudson’s patient about her journey to los...
Ep 24: Nothing Is Off Limits – Answering Your Questions About Sperm
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How long should you abstain from sex to have the best sperm quality? Can you use oral sex to obtain a sperm sample? How do you get a sample if your cu...
Ep 23: “Highs and Lows” – Fertility Treatment for Cancer Patients
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A cancer diagnosis can change your life, but it doesn’t have to destroy your dream of having a baby. The Fertility Docs are discussing oncofertility...
Ep 22: Sometimes, It Takes Three – Conceiving With a Gestational Carrier
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about using gestational surrogacy to grow your family? If so, you won’t want to miss this interview with a Nashville Fertility Center (NFC)...
Ep 21: You Don’t Need a Man – All About Single Motherhood
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Think you need a partner to have a baby? Think again! Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fe...
Ep 20: “IVF 2.0” – How a Failed IVF Cycle Can Lead to Success Later
08 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You might think IVF is just a fertility treatment, but it can also be a “diagnostic tool.” In this podcast, the Fertility Docs are talking about w...
Ep 19: When You Can’t Predict Aunt Flow’s Visit – Understanding Irregular Periods
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Getting frustrated by irregular periods and negative pregnancy tests? Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen f...
Ep 18: "Size Matters” – All About Fibroids
24 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You may have heard of fibroids but may not know what they are. The Fertility Docs are here to help. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center ...
Ep 17: Exploring A Holistic Approach to Fertility
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering if Eastern medicine can help you conceive? The Docs are exploring how acupuncture and holistic care can complement traditional Western ferti...
Ep 16: Getting the Full Picture – Talking Fertility Diagnostics
11 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering why you keep seeing negative pregnancy tests? Fertility testing can provide the answer! Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of...
Ep 15: Finances and Fertility – Covering the Cost of Fertility Treatment
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the difference between diagnostic and treatment coverage? What about the distinction between your deductible and copay? The world of insuranc...
Ep 14: Fighting to Become a Mother – Fertility Care for Military Professionals
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of Memorial Day, the docs dive into what fertility treatment looks like when you're in the military. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fe...
Ep 13: Training the Best and Brightest – “Learners” in Fertility Care
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Who is the other doctor in the exam room during your fertility appointment? In this episode, The Fertility Docs talk about these “learners” that i...
Ep 12: Living in Two Worlds – Being a Fertility Doctor and a Fertility Patient
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do fertility doctors ever struggle with infertility? The answer is yes! Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas as she talks to...
Ep 11: Becoming Two Moms – LGBTQ Family Building
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Want to know what it’s like to go through fertility treatments as a lesbian couple? Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, ...
Ep 10: “The Jelly Belongs Inside the Donut” – All About Endometriosis
29 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What do a jelly donut and endometriosis have in common? The Fertility Docs answer this question while they talk about the ways that research at Texas ...
Ep 9: Fresh or Frozen? – Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) Research
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering how research at leading fertility clinics leads to changes in your care? The Fertility Docs talk about how research at The Fertility Center ...
Ep 8: The Power of Personal Stories – RESOLVE Advocacy Day
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Your story can result in real change when you share it on Capitol Hill during Advocacy Day. Barbara Collura, the president and CEO of RESOLVE: The Nat...
Ep 7: Managing the Stress of COVID-19 and Infertility
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed as you face infertility AND the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic? Our docs welcome a special guest who can help. Michele Marte...
Ep 6: It’s Not Just a Woman’s Problem – Exploring Male Infertility
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that male issues play a role in 40% of infertility cases? It’s time to talk about men and fertility issues! Join Dr. Carrie Bedient fro...
Ep 5: “It’s a New World” – Navigating COVID-19
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Worried about the novel coronavirus? Let our experts alleviate your fears with facts. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, ...
Ep 4: Your First Time – The First Fertility Appointment
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to conceive and wondering if you need to visit a fertility doctor? Don’t turn to “Dr. Google” for answers. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient fr...
Ep 3: The Basics of In Vitro Fertilization
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have questions about IVF and its role in the alphabet soup of infertility? Turn to the fertility doctors who have gone through it themselves. Join Dr....
Ep 2: It Takes Two to Tango – Debunking Fertility Myths
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Infertility is a woman’s issue. 40 is the new 30. The position you conceive in can influence the gender of your baby. These are some of the top misc...
Ep 1: “I’m a Fertility Doctor” – Meet the Docs
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with infertility? The fertility docs are here to help! Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from ...