Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday

Hail Mary in the Lab: Demystifying Rescue ICSI

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this intriguing episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," Dr. Mark Amols takes us on a deep dive into the world of rescue I...

Rhythms of Reproduction: Decoding the Menstrual Cycle

03 Apr 2024

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Send us a textJoin Dr. Mark Amols on this fascinating journey into the world of reproductive health in the latest episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesd...

What's My Fertility Age?

27 Mar 2024

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Send us a textJoin Dr. Mark Amols in this revealing episode of Talk About Fertility Tuesday as we delve into the nuances of fertility age. Have you ev...

The Guilt and Glory of Going for Two: Navigating Emotions in Second Pregnancies

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this heartfelt episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, Dr. Mark Amols delves into the complex emotions surrounding the pursuit of a s...

The Crucial Clue in Fertility: Unveiling the Most Vital Ovarian Reserve Test

13 Mar 2024

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Send us a textJoin Dr. Mark Amols in this insightful episode of 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday,' as he explores the pivotal aspects of ovarian...

Finding Closure After IVF: Understanding the Journey Beyond the Cycle

06 Mar 2024

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Send us a textIn this insightful episode of 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday,' Dr. Mark Amols explores the emotional and psychological journey o...

Beyond the 'Cyst' Misconception: Unraveling the Truth about PCOS

28 Feb 2024

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Send us a textDive into the depths of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) with us in this enlightening episode. We tackle the longstanding misconceptions...

Dialing Down on IVF: The Critical Role of Down-Regulation

21 Feb 2024

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Send us a textIn this compelling episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," join Dr. Mark Amols as we 'Dial Down' into one of the m...

Decoding the Doctor's Dilemma: Inside the Mind of a Fertility Expert

14 Feb 2024

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Send us a textIn this enlightening episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," join Dr. Mark Amols as he delves into a crucial question that l...

A+ Embryos: Decoding the Report Card of IVF

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this eye-opening episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," we're delving into the fascinating world of IVF and uncover...

Embryo Road Trip: Navigating the Journey from Clinic to Clinic

31 Jan 2024

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Send us a textBuckle up for a special episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday" where we embark on an 'Embryo Road Trip: Navigating the ...

A Womb with a View: Hysteroscopy's Insight into the Embryo's First Home!

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWelcome to a revealing episode of 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday' - 'A Womb with a View: Hysteroscopy's Insight into t...

Hydrosalpinx Hurdles: Understanding Its Impact on IVF Success and Pregnancy

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this eye-opening episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," we delve into the world of hydrosalpinx. A condition where the f...

Genetic Jigsaw: Decoding the Differences in IVF Testing

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this eye-opening episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," we're diving deep into the genetic pool of IVF testing. Get...

Could It Be PCOS? Unraveling the Signs and Symptoms

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textEver wondered if those confusing health signs could point towards Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)? Dive into this week’s ‘Taco Bout...

Win Big, Give Big: Enter Our IVF Cycle Raffle & Support Fertility Dreams!

20 Dec 2023

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Send us a textExciting news from New Direction Fertility Centers! We're thrilled to announce our IVF Cycle Raffle Contest. 🌟 For just a $20 en...

Perfecting the Recipe: Fine-Tuning Your Fertility Plan

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this heartwarming end-of-year episode of 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday', Dr. Mark Amols serves up a generous helping of hope...

Timing is Everything: The Truth Behind Timed Intercourse for Fertility

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textUncover the fascinating truths about timed intercourse in our latest episode, "Timing is Everything." Dr. Mark Amols takes you...

Tick-Tock, Chromosomal Clock: Age and Chromosomal Risks in Parenthood

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this eye-opening episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," we delve into the complex world of chromosomal issues in pregnan...

Fertility Realities: The Limits of Boosting Sperm and Egg Quality with Vitamins

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textJoin us on 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday' as we delve into the intriguing world of fertility science in our latest episode, &ap...

Pioneering Parenthood: Is Intrauterine Insemination for You?

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this enlightening episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," we delve into the world of Intrauterine Insemination (IUI), a p...

Goose vs. Gander: Navigating IUI and IVF Differences

15 Nov 2023

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Send us a textIn this episode, we delve into the complex world of fertility treatments, exploring the key differences between Intrauterine Inseminatio...

Unlocking the Secrets of Receptor Upregulation

08 Nov 2023

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Send us a textDive into the world of assisted reproductive technology with us as we uncover the intriguing process of receptor upregulation and its cr...

Understanding Outcomes Not In A Void - Embracing Your Unique Fertility Journey

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode, we dive deep into the importance of recognizing and respecting the individuality of each person's fertility journe...

IVF and Menopause: Debunking the Myths

25 Oct 2023

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Send us a textIn this episode, we delve deep into a common misconception surrounding IVF treatments: does undergoing IVF lead to early menopause? Many...

Decoding Embryo Quality vs Baby's Health: Debunking Embryo Myths

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a text Venture into a deep dive on embryo quality, a misunderstood and often misrepresented factor in reproductive health. While quality may ...

Judging the Book, Not the Cover - A Look at Embryo Morphology vs DNA

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this week's episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," we delve into the fascinating realm of embryo quality, unravelin...

Future-Proofing Fertility: From One Baby to a Full Family

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode, we explore the often overlooked aspect of fertility treatments: planning for the future family. While the immediate goa...

Ethics in IVF: Navigating the Embryo Surplus Dilemma

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIVF offers hope to many couples struggling with infertility. But what happens when the process results in more embryos than needed? In t...

The Donor Egg Journey: From Choices to Chances

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this enlightening episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday", we delve deep into the often misunderstood world of egg donatio...

CDC ART Data Unveiled: Making Informed Choices on Fertility Clinics

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textSelecting the right fertility clinic is a crucial decision on your journey to parenthood. With numerous clinics and a plethora of data a...

Unblocking the Path to Parenthood: Navigating Hydrosalpinx and Fertility

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this enlightening episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," we delve into the world of reproductive health to uncover the i...

Fertility First Steps: Breaking Down Your Initial Fertility Visit

30 Aug 2023

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Send us a textJoin us on this week's episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday" as we dive into the often mysterious and emotional realm ...

Peering into the Crystal Ball: Early Insights and Awareness that You Might be Infertile

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this enlightening episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," we delve into the realm of proactive family planning and precon...

Navigating Fertility: Unveiling the Intricacies of Early Recruitment and Egg Health

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textJoin us in this insightful episode of 'Talk About Fertility Tuesday' as we delve into the fascinating realm of early recruitme...

Thin Uterine Lining: Physiology vs. Pathology

09 Aug 2023

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Send us a textDive into the complexities of thin uterine linings in this episode of Talk About Fertility Tuesday. We're breaking down the differe...

Busting FET Myths: Natural vs. Programmed Cycles and their Live Birth Rates

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this eye-opening episode of 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday', we delve deep into the world of Frozen Embryo Transfers (FET) - ...

Apples and Oranges: Navigating Comparison in Fertility Treatment

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode, we explore the natural tendency to compare oneself to others, particularly during the emotionally charged experience of...

Cracking the Code: Why Not To Fear The Attrition Rate (Eggs to Embryos)

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode of "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday," we delve into the complexities of egg attrition rate during IVF, with specia...

Unraveling the Mystery: How Do Euploid Embryos End in Miscarriages?

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textJoin us as we delve into the fascinating world of IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) and explore a lesser-known aspect: why normal, euploid em...

Is Age Only a Number? Navigating IVF Cycles with Age: The Fertility Clock

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textJoin us on "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday" as we dive deep into the impact of age on IVF cycles. In this episode, we explore the...

Ectopic Explorations: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Treating Pregnancy Outside the Womb

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textJoin us on "Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday" as we dive into the world of ectopic pregnancies. In this episode, we explore what an...

What to Expect at Your Embryo Transfer in IVF

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textEmbark on a journey through the remarkable world of IVF procedures as we illuminate the essential steps of the Embryo Transfer process. ...

What to Expect at Your Egg Retrieval in IVF

14 Jun 2023

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Send us a textJoin us on this informative episode as we delve into the intricacies of the egg retrieval process in IVF. If you're preparing for y...

Beyond Treatment: IVF Unveiled as the Ultimate Fertility Diagnostic Test

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this enlightening episode, we explore the multifaceted role of IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) as more than just a treatment for inferti...

Scrambling the 'Fried Egg' IVF Fear

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textJoin us in this week's Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday as we scramble the daunting 'Fried Egg' myth in IVF circles: the fear ...

Navigating Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS): Insights, Concerns, and Care

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode, we delve into the complex topic of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) within the realm of fertility treatments. J...

Fertility by the Numbers: Decoding the Sperm Equation

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textJoin us on Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday as we dive deep into the fascinating world of sperm and unravel the mystery surrounding the ideal...

Navigating the IUI Journey: From Collection to Conception

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this enlightening episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, we delve into the fascinating, sometimes nerve-wracking, but ultimately hop...

Chemical Pregnancies in IVF: Facts, Misconceptions, and Implications

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this enlightening episode, we unravel the complexities of chemical pregnancies in the world of in-vitro fertilization (IVF). By exami...

Sometimes "Cyst" Happens: How Ovarian Cysts Impact Fertility Treatment

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn today's episode, we tackle a common concern for many patients undergoing fertility treatments: the cancellation of treatment due...

The Embryo Enigma: Why Euploid Embryos Don't Guarantee Success

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn today's episode, we discuss a topic that has puzzled both patients and experts alike: Why do euploid embryos not always result i...

Holy Cyst Batman: Do Fertility Medications Cause Ovarian Cysts?

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDo fertility medications cause ovarian cysts to form?In this episode we explore the connection between fertility medications and ovarian...

ICSI in IVF: Benefits, Risks, and Rescue

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn our latest podcast episode, we delve into the world of Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) and its role in the IVF fertilization ...

Why Does ICSI Fail?

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textOne of the most frustrating things to occur is when ICSI fails. It is almost impossible to think it will because you are injecting the s...

What Does Egg Maturity Mean In IVF and Why Does It Matter?

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn IVF, one of the scariest things to find out after a retrieval is that many of your eggs were immature. What does it mean to be mature...

How Soon Can You Start Trying Again After A Miscarriage

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode we discuss how soon after a miscarriage can you try again and if there is any harm to try too soon. We will discuss both...

Embryo Glue: Should you use it?

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textEmbryo Glue: Is it a glue? Does it help? Should you use it? In this episode we discuss the what, how and why about embryo glue. We also...

Are IUI's worth doing when trying to conceive

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode we discuss IUI treatments and if they are even worth doing, or should you proceed straight to IVF. Thanks for tuning in...

It's Still Not Your Fault

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textLast week we discussed that infertility it is not your fault. You didn't cause this, you didn't do something wrong, it doesn&a...

It's Not Your Fault

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textA podcast about Infertility and the notion that it is not your fault. You didn't cause this, you didn't do something wrong, it...

Does Having an Elective Abortion, Cause Infertility?

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWe discuss the topic if an elective abortion can cause you to become infertile. Thanks for tuning in to another episode of 'Taco B...

Common Misconceptions in IVF

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWe delve into the common misconceptions I hear when taking care of patients. Do increased dosage of medication cause your eggs to grow ...

When Femara Doesn't Work, What To Do Next

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textFor some people, Letrozole and Clomid doesn't make them ovulate. What do you do next? In today's podcast we discuss this. Tha...

Inconclusive PGT Embryo Biopsy, what does it mean?

18 Jan 2023

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Send us a textLike the prior podcasts on PGT results, we further discuss another result that can be very frustrating and confusing. We additionally d...

What does a Low DNA Embryo Biopsy Result Mean?

11 Jan 2023

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Send us a textIVF is stressful. What makes it more stressful is waiting for your PGT results. Fear overcomes you wondering if the results are going to...

Mosaicism

04 Jan 2023

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Send us a textDiscuss what is mosaicism and why it matters when you are going through IVF. PGT can lead to embryos being tagged with a mosaic designat...

Does ICSI Cause Your Child to Be Lazy, Abnormal, or Not Intelligent?

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWe discuss the question; if you inject sperm into an egg, instead of allowing it to naturally occur, will it lead to problems with your ...

Does an Endometrial Receptivity Assessment Test (ERA) Improve Your Success Rate of IVF?

20 Sep 2022

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Send us a textDoes an ERA improve your success rate with an embryo transfer? A recent study has question the benefit of the ERA. Is the study wrong, o...

How Soon Can You Get Pregnant After Delivery

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textAfter having success with fertility treatment and having your child, the question that arises is when can you start trying again. Are th...

Family Balancing / Gender Selection; Is it possible and how?

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textFamily balancing is gender selection and in this episode we discuss what methods work and what methods do not work. Thanks for tuning i...

Best Sex Position To Get Pregnant When Trying to Conceive

02 Aug 2022

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Send us a textWe discuss the best position for intercourse when trying to get pregnant, and why it matters. Thanks for tuning in to another episode o...

How Does the Overturning of Roe v Wade Potentially Affect Fertility Patients

19 Jul 2022

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Send us a textIn this episode we discuss the possible affects of the recent overturning of Roe v Wade. This is a non-political podcast. It is only to ...

Is It Normal for Sex to Be Painful

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode we discuss pelvic pain with intercourse (Dyspareunia) and when it should be concerning and when it should not be concern...

Disposition of Embryos after IVF

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode we discuss the options for disposing of your embryos and what those options entail.  We discuss Embryo Discard,  Embry...

What Do IUD's and Uterine Polyps have in common?

21 Jun 2022

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Send us a textIn this episode we discuss how uterine polyps create issues and what they have in common with IUD's. We discuss why polyps need to ...

Does PGT Biopsy Hurt My Embryo?

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textOne of the scariest things when undergoing IVF is wondering, will my embryos get hurt during the process. In this episode we specificall...

I Missed A Dose of My Fertility Medication! Now What Do I Do?

07 Jun 2022

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Send us a textIn this episode we discuss a not so common issue, but one that does happen time to time. What to do if you missed a dose of your schedul...

The Misconnection Between Ovarian Reserve and The Chances of Becoming Pregnant

31 May 2022

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Send us a textWe discuss what Ovarian Reserve means and how does it correlate to the chances of getting pregnant. Most people believe that when the ov...

Why Do Men Always Get A Pass When It Comes To Infertility?

24 May 2022

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Send us a textMen are near 50% of the cause of infertility, so why then do most women blame themselves? They shouldn't, and in this episode we di...

Why almost no one should undergo ovulation induction with Timed Intercourse

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode we tackle the treatment option of timed intercourse and how it almost never helps patients, unless you have a specific i...

Is It Even Worth Trying Intrauterine Inseminations (IUI)

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textOne of the common dilemma most patient's encounter is, should I even try IUI's. IUI's are known to be lower chance than I...

Where did my eggs go?

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textOne question I get all the time is how do I have 15 eggs at one ultrasound and then only 12 at another. Sometimes patients, have an ultr...

Why do IUI's Fail?

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this podcast we discuss why IUI's fail. We discuss the reason to not think it is you, but in reality it is the treatment was nev...

Intrauterine Inseminations

12 Oct 2021

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Send us a textI've heard a lot of patients state that they don't want to do IUI's because they know friends who did them and it didn&ap...

When do you call it quits? A tough decision, that no one wants to confront.

05 Oct 2021

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Send us a textWe discuss in this episode the idea of when do you call it quits. A difficult decision for anyone but a real decision for many. Thanks ...

What is Femara (Letrozole) and Clomid (Clomiphene)?

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWe take a dive into the two popular ovarian stimulation medications, and how they work and who they are useful for. Thanks for tuning i...

What does it mean when an Embryo stalls?

21 Sep 2021

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Send us a textIn this episode we discuss what it means when an embryo stalls. Is the embryo dying, is it just pausing, or is it actually dead, all thi...

Fertilization during IVF

14 Sep 2021

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Send us a textWhat does it mean when an egg fertilizes in IVF. Is the outcome just fertilized or not? You will be shocked to find out that it isn&apos...

The Challenges of Anecdotal Observations When Comparing Your Treatment Cycles

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday we tackle the topic of comparing yourself to others. We talk about why you can't rea...

Understanding IVF Injections: Where to place them, Timing, and Importance

05 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday we conquer the topic of Injections. Where should the injections go? How important is the ...

How much sex is enough, when trying to get pregnant?

28 Jul 2021

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Send us a textWe delve into the question a lot of people wonder but are afraid to ask: How much sex is enough. We discuss why there is a recommended a...

Association versus Causation: Why you think you are ovulating, but you are not.

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textThere are many symptoms that occur when you are about to ovulate. Some of these symptoms are caused by ovulation, and others are just as...

Why you can't get 10 pounds of Potatoes from a 5 pound bag

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWe discuss this week the concept of limited number of eggs that can be retrieved and why you can't make more eggs than your body ca...

How IVF is Like Dunking a Basketball

15 Jul 2020

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Send us a textDiscuss what to expect in an IVF cycle with regards to egg number and what is considered normal and how IVF and basketball have somethin...

A Blocked Situation - Tubal Ligation and Vasectomy

01 Jul 2020

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Send us a textA discussion about the options patients have when they are dealing with a tubal ligation or a vasectomy. Thanks for tuning in to anothe...

IVF Outcomes, The Ones We Don't Expect

16 Jun 2020

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Send us a textA discussion about two issues with IVF outcomes. The first discussion is about how IVF outcomes are not dichotomous (Pregnant or Not Pr...

The Two Most Important Hormones in The Female Body: Estrogen & Progesterone

10 Jun 2020

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Send us a textA discussion about the hormones Estrogen and Progesterone. We discuss the routes of administration, the absorption and how to test for ...

Unexplained Infertility. An Explanation to the Unexplained.

26 May 2020

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Send us a textOne of the most frustrating diagnoses in infertility -> Unexplained. We dive into the definition of Unexplained Infertility and disc...

Covid-19 Update - Bonus Podcast

25 May 2020

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Send us a textThis is a short podcast reviewing any new information regarding COVID-19 with regards to fertility and pregnancy. Thanks for tuning in ...