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? Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they chat with Tex VerMilyea, the Vice President of Scientific Advancement at Ovation® Fertility. He’ll explain how Ovation labs use “the chain of custody” to keep precious reproductive materials safe in IVF labs around the country.
Ep 29: “Breaking Down the Terms” – The Basics of Genetic Testing
Have you heard of carrier screening and preimplantation genetic testing, but had no idea what these terms mean? You’re not alone! Patients often visit the Fertility Docs with questions about these forms of genetic testing. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they discuss the basics of genetic testing and how the different forms of testing can educate and empower you on your family-building journey.
Ep 28: The Mysteries of PCOS – About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
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’s more than one answer. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they explore “the spectrum of PCOS,” discuss diagnosis and treatment, and dive into the link between PCOS and weight.
Ep 27: “The Clock Is Ticking” – Conceiving After 40
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 you can often still welcome a baby, thanks to options that range from in vitro fertilization (IVF) to donor eggs and embryos. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they discuss everything from why it’s harder to conceive after 40 to how you can improve your odds of bringing home a baby.
Ep 26: The ABCs of IVF – Speaking the Language of Fertility
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 are explaining all the unfamiliar terms you might hear during an IVF cycle. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they explain everything from the difference between an andrologist and an embryologist to what happens during intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI).
Ep 25: Losing Weight to Gain a Baby – How Weight Affects Fertility
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 lose weight to make her dream of motherhood come true. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they listen to her story and ask her what advice she would give to other hopeful parents.
Ep 24: Nothing Is Off Limits – Answering Your Questions About Sperm
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 culture doesn’t allow masturbation? Is it better to collect a sample at home or at the clinic? Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they answer these questions and more.
Ep 23: “Highs and Lows” – Fertility Treatment for Cancer Patients
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 (fertility preservation and treatment for patients facing cancer) and how it provides options and hope. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from FCLV, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center, and Dr. Susan Hudson and Dr. Erika Munch from Texas Fertility Center as they discuss oncofertility options and what to expect from each one.
Ep 22: Sometimes, It Takes Three – Conceiving With a Gestational Carrier
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) nurse who welcomed twins through surrogacy. She shares her unique family-building story and her advice for those considering surrogacy. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from NFC and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center for this interview.
Ep 21: You Don’t Need a Man – All About Single Motherhood
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 Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they interview Dr. Bedient’s patient about pursuing single motherhood. Learn about selecting a sperm donor and the fertility treatments that can make it all possible.