Endometriosis, adenomyosis, Lupron, and gestational carriers can make fertility decisions feel complicated. In this episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center and Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas unpack questions about suppression before embryo transfer, testing, and when a gestational carrier might be worth considering. They discuss how adenomyosis differs from … Read More
Ep 350: Do Short Cycles Cause Infertility?
Short cycles do not automatically mean your fertility is in trouble. In this episode, Dr. Carrie Bedient of the Fertility Center of Las Vegas and Dr. Susan Hudson of Texas Fertility Center unpack what a 19- to 20-day cycle may mean, when it’s worth investigating, and why your personal pattern matters. A listener’s question about short cycles, anemia, birth control, … Read More
Ep 349: Does His Age Matter? The Truth About Paternal Age & Fertility
How does a man’s age affect fertility and the health of a future child? And what should prospective parents actually know about the genetic risks associated with paternal age? In this episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored, Dr. Carrie Bedient and Dr. Susan Hudson are joined by genetic counselor Maria Katz for an honest, informative conversation about paternal age, fertility, and … Read More
Ep 348: When to Consider Donor Eggs
Questioning when to use donor eggs? In this episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center and Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas explore when donor eggs may be worth considering. This week’s listener question focuses on fibroids, sperm motility, and fertility treatment at age 39, including how fibroid location can affect … Read More
Ep 347: Pregnancy Loss: Understanding Miscarriage, Risk, and What Comes Next
In this episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored, Dr. Susan Hudson of Texas Fertility Center and Dr. Carrie Bedient of Fertility Center of Las Vegas answer listener questions about miscarriage and pregnancy loss, including IVF medication, subchorionic hematomas, recurrent loss testing, and what to consider before another transfer. They share evidence-informed perspectives and acknowledge the emotional weight of loss, while reminding … Read More
Ep 346: Sperm DNA Fragmentation & Male Fertility: What Actually Matters for IVF?
Does sperm DNA fragmentation affect IVF success, embryo quality, or miscarriage? And should you actually be tested for it? In this episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored, Dr. Susan Hudson and Dr. Carrie Bedient break down sperm DNA fragmentation—what it is, how it’s tested, what causes sperm DNA damage, and what you can actually do about it. From male fertility and … Read More
Ep 345: Fertility & IVF Insurance and How to Get the Most From Your Fertility Benefits
Are you leaving fertility benefits on the table? What new fertility technology is actually worth paying attention to—and how can you make your insurance work harder for you? In this episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored, Dr. Carrie Bedient of The Fertility Center of Las Vegas and Dr. Susan Hudson of Texas Fertility Center dive into the rapidly changing world of … Read More
Ep 344: Thin Lining: Experience Based Approach
What makes the uterus truly ready for an embryo transfer? Dr. Carrie Bedient and Dr. Susan Hudson break down the often-overlooked factors that can influence fertility treatment success—from uterine anatomy and endometrial lining patterns to fluid, thin lining, and when surgery or other interventions may be needed. Tune in for practical insights into what doctors are looking for before an … Read More
Ep 343: Fertility & Career Planning
How do you balance fertility planning with a career, travel, and everything else life demands? In this episode, Dr. Susan Hudson and Dr. Carrie Bedient explore the realities of navigating fertility treatment alongside a busy life. They discuss how endometriosis can affect fertility planning, when egg retrieval may fit into treatment, and the role of egg freezing and embryo preservation. … Read More
Ep 342: Your Hormones Are Talking: What They Can Reveal About Fertility & Health
What if understanding your hormones could change the way you approach fertility—and your overall health? In this episode, Dr. Carrie Bedient at Fertility Center of Las Vegas and Dr. Susan Hudson of Texas Fertility Center speak with Dr. Amy Divaraniya about Oova to track cycle hormones. Dr. Amy opens up about her personal fertility journey and introduces OoVA, a hormone-testing … Read More