In this episode, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas discuss potential challenges during an IVF cycle. We cover issues that may prevent you from starting, such as ovarian cysts or improperly suppressed hormones. We also discuss cycle cancellations due to a … Read More
Ep 269: To Do List for IVF
Getting ready for your first appointment at the fertility clinic? Join Dr. Carrie Bedient at the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen at Nashville Fertility Center, and Dr. Susan Hudson at Texas Fertility Center for an informative episode reviewing the best way to prepare for your first visit at the fertility clinic. The docs review records and items to gather prior to your appointment. They discuss questions … Read More
Ep 268: It’s All About the Money: Fertility Treatment Grants
Join Abby Eblen MD, M.D. of the Nashville Fertility Center, Susan Hudson MD, M.D. of the Texas Fertility Center, and Carrie Bedient MD, M.D. of the Fertility Center of Las Vegas as they speak with their guest, Julie Lindholm, Executive Director of the Fertility Foundation of Texas. In this episode, we dive into the world of fertility grants—how to find them, how to apply, and what it takes … Read More
Ep 267: Fertility On Ice: The Details of Egg Freezing
In this episode,Abby Eblen MD from Nashville Fertility Center, Susan Hudson MD from Texas Fertility Center, and Carrie Bedient MD from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas talk with Lauren Roth, MD who is the Medical Director of the Shady Grove Rockville Fertility Center. During the podcast we discuss the benefits of egg freezing. We explore who might consider freezing … Read More
Ep 266: Endometriosis and Adenomyosis: Answering Listener Questions
In this episode, we dive into the nuances of adenomyosis and endometriosis in our listener questions. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas</a>, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center, and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they spend time explaining how endometriosis and adenomyosis impact treatment decisions. Learn the differences between the conditions … Read More
Ep 265: Genetic Testing Decoded: Making Sense of Genetic Results Before Pregnancy
Have you ever wondered if genetic testing before pregnancy is something you should consider? In this episode, we chat with Dr. Millie Thakur, a reproductive endocrinologist, medical geneticist, and founder of Genome Ally, a telemedicine reproductive genetics company. She breaks down the many reasons why someone might want to see her before trying to conceive. Maybe you or your partner have … Read More
Ep 264: Preparing your body for pregnancy
Ready to plan a pregnancy and prepare your body? Join Dr. Carrie Bedient Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center, and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they discuss the obvious and not-so-obvious plans you should make while preparing for pregnancy. The docs discuss everyday exposures like caffeine and diet and how they impact pregnancy. They offer real advice on what medical conditions and medications matter prior to pregnancy and how they impact pregnancy itself. Basics like sleep and exercise affect success, as do exposures to substances like alcohol, nicotine, and marijuana. Tune in for a practical and informative episode to prepare your body for pregnancy! Have questions about infertility? Visit FertilityDocsUncensored.com to ask our docs. Selected questions will be answered anonymously in future episodes.Claire shares insights into the financing options Future Family provides, designed to ease the financial burden of fertility care. She also highlights the emotional support services available to help patients navigate the challenges of their fertility journey. Additionally, Claire introduces Future Family’s groundbreaking IVF insurance product, which aims to give patients greater flexibility and peace of mind during treatment.
Tune in to learn about how these resources can help make your fertility journey smoother, more affordable, and better supported. Let’s dive in!
Ep 263: Fertility Docs Uncensored and Infertility AF: Meeting of the Minds
This exciting joint episode combines two of today’s most popular fertility podcasts: Fertility Docs Uncensored and Infertile AF. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center, and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they chat with Ali Prato from Infertile AF podcast. In this crossover, the hosts from both shows join forces to discuss fertility from multiple perspectives—scientific, emotional, and personal. On the Fertility Docs Uncensored side, the docs discuss nuances to fertility treatments, the science behind the technology, and how it influences the fertility journey. On the Infertile AF side, Ali readily dives into her own fertility experience and the patient stories of families using fertility treatment to conceive. The dynamic between the expert docs and the candid host creates a great balance where listeners can pick up the detailed information and experiences surrounding IVF, with humor thrown in to lighten the load of what can otherwise be a heavy topic. Join us for this must-listen episode! Have questions about infertility? Visit FertilityDocsUncensored.com to ask our docs. Selected questions will be answered anonymously in future episodes.
Claire shares insights into the financing options Future Family provides, designed to ease the financial burden of fertility care. She also highlights the emotional support services available to help patients navigate the challenges of their fertility journey. Additionally, Claire introduces Future Family’s groundbreaking IVF insurance product, which aims to give patients greater flexibility and peace of mind during treatment.
Tune in to learn about how these resources can help make your fertility journey smoother, more affordable, and better supported. Let’s dive in!
Ep 262: Making IVF Affordable: Future Family’s Innovation in Fertility Financing and IVF Insurance
In this episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored, your hosts 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 are joined by Claire Tomkins, CEO and Founder of Future Family. Together, they discuss innovative ways to make fertility treatment more financially accessible and less overwhelming.
Claire shares insights into the financing options Future Family provides, designed to ease the financial burden of fertility care. She also highlights the emotional support services available to help patients navigate the challenges of their fertility journey. Additionally, Claire introduces Future Family’s groundbreaking IVF insurance product, which aims to give patients greater flexibility and peace of mind during treatment.
Tune in to learn about how these resources can help make your fertility journey smoother, more affordable, and better supported. Let’s dive in!
Ep 261: When Your First FET doesn’t conceive: Tips to Try
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 we delve into listener questions about the complexities of failed IVF cycles, offering insights and hope for young couples facing infertility challenges. We explore factors contributing to poor implantation after frozen embryo transfers and discuss advanced diagnostic tools like the ReceptivaDx, ALICE, and EMMA assays, which help identify underlying issues such as endometriosis and uterine microbiome imbalances. We also examine the sperm QT test to determine the necessity of ICSI in subsequent cycles. Our conversation covers the pros and cons of modified natural cycles versus programmed cycles, the role of laparoscopy in evaluating endometriosis, and strategies for managing PCOS, particularly when egg maturity is a concern. We provide guidance on treatment adjustments after one or multiple failed cycles, discuss the appropriateness of using Lovenox, and consider when hysteroscopy is indicated for detecting polyps. Join us for a comprehensive discussion aimed at empowering couples on their fertility journey.