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 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

Ep 341: Failed IVF Cycle: How we Debrief & Adjust

What does a realistic IVF journey actually look like—and how do you know when to keep going, pause, or consider a different path? In this episode, Dr. Susan Hudson and Dr. Carrie Bedient take a candid look at the realities of fertility treatment, from understanding IVF success rates to interpreting what happens during an individual cycle. They explore why statistics don’t … Read More

Ep 340: Questionable Testing: Answering All Your Questions About Fertility Testing

In this listener Q&A episode, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center and Dr. Carrie Bedient from Fertility Center of Las Vegas breakdown the real information patients need to know. We’re tackling some of your biggest questions about fertility testing—from BV, HPV, AMH, and sperm counts to PGT-A, failed FETs, tubal issues, and when it may be time to consider … Read More

Ep 339: Unlocking Embryo Genetics: The Future of Whole Genome Sequencing

In this episode, Dr. Susan Hudson and Dr. Carrie Bedient sit down with Maria Katz, a genetic counselor at Orchid Health, to explore the rapidly evolving world of whole genome sequencing for embryos. Maria details what genetic counselors do in fertility care, how their role differs from that of medical geneticists, and the specialized training that prepares them to help patients … Read More