Episodes

  • The Latest Advances in Endometriosis Care with guest Dr. Mathew Leonardi

    The Latest Advances in Endometriosis Care with guest Dr. Mathew Leonardi
    Sep 16 2025
    Welcome to The Egg Whisperer Show! Today’s guest is Dr. Mathew Leonardi, an advanced gynecological surgeon, sonologist, and researcher at McMaster University Medical Center in Hamilton, Canada. He’s also completing his PhD at the University of Sydney, focusing on the role of ultrasound in the diagnosis and surgical management of endometriosis.

    Dr. Leonardi is internationally recognized for his work in gynecological surgery and ultrasound, serves as a Junior Ambassador for the World Endometriosis Society, and contributes to clinical guidelines and editorial boards in reproductive medicine. In this episode, we’re diving into the latest advances in endometriosis diagnosis, treatment, and whole-patient care, including research into the microbiome, biomarkers, and alternative management strategies.

    Here are some of the key questions and topics we cover in this conversation:
    • What it means to self-identify as an “endometriosis expert” and why early, accurate testing is so important
    • How the microbiome of the reproductive tract may influence both endometriosis and infertility
    • Why common biomarkers like CA-125 have limited usefulness, and what new research on VEGF and inflammatory markers may reveal
    • Whether genetic testing could one day help identify susceptibility to endometriosis
    • How complementary strategies like pelvic floor physiotherapy, dietary changes, acupuncture, cannabis, and psychotherapy can support fertility patients living with endometriosis
    • Why advocacy (both self-advocacy in the clinic and public advocacy through research and awareness) is key to advancing care for all patients
    Resources:

    Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website.
    Dr. Mathew Leonardi's website click here.

    Do you have questions about IVF?
    Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, October 20, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America’s most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.
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    31 mins
  • A Guide to Mental Wellness While Trying to Conceive with Dr. Stacia Mills

    A Guide to Mental Wellness While Trying to Conceive with Dr. Stacia Mills
    Sep 11 2025
    Read the full notes and transcript. Today on The Egg Whisperer Show, I’m so thrilled to welcome the insightful and compassionate Dr. Stacia Mills, a reproductive psychiatrist joining us from Oakland, California! Dr. Mills has a passion for supporting patients’ mental wellness on their fertility journey, and she’s here to share invaluable tips on how to keep your mental health strong while trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, and throughout the postpartum period.

    One of the best parts?

    Dr. Mills shares wisdom from her ebook, A Brief Guide to Mental Wellness While Family Planning, packed with practical advice for lifestyle changes that can lift your mood and support reproductive health. From the importance of a good support network to the big benefits of balanced nutrition, exercise, and quality sleep, Dr. Mills explains how these factors all play a role in mental well-being.

    She also emphasizes that no matter what your journey to family looks like, you deserve mental health care that’s just as unique as you are. So tune in, prioritize your wellness, and let’s take some steps together toward a happier, healthier you!

    Find Dr. Stacia Mill’s Website here.
    Download your free copy of “A Brief Guide to Mental Wellness While Family Planning” by Stacia Mills, MD
    Would you like to learn more about IVF?
    Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, September 15th, 2024 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.
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    Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America’s most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.
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    20 mins
  • Ten Steps to Adopt a "Float Through Life" Mindset for Fertility Patients

    Ten Steps to Adopt a "Float Through Life" Mindset for Fertility Patients
    Sep 10 2025
    Read the full notes and transcript at Dr. Aimee's website.
    After 20 years of practicing medicine, I’ve learned that not everything is sunshine and rainbows. To help myself and my fertility patients, I’ve adopted a “float through life” mindset—emphasizing mindfulness, calmness, adaptability, and acceptance. Whether you’re going through IVF or simply exploring your fertility options, cultivating a positive mindset can help you feel more grounded and supported in the process.

    In this episode, I share how mindfulness and a flexible mindset can be powerful tools for fertility patients. Instead of being consumed by stress or uncertainty, you’ll learn how to approach IVF and your fertility journey with more ease, presence, and hope. This shift toward a positive mindset doesn’t mean ignoring challenges—it means embracing tools that allow you to move through them with greater strength and grace.

    In this episode, we cover:
    • How to embrace situations as they come without spiraling when plans change
    • The power of mindfulness and accepting impermanence in difficult times
    • Ways to stay flexible, cultivate gratitude, and detach from rigid outcomes
    • Why humor, lightheartedness, and community support matter in tough moments
    • Practical steps for prioritizing self-care, limiting overthinking, and trusting the journey
    Would you like to learn more about IVF?
    Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, September 15th, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips!
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    Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America’s most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.
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    7 mins
  • Eggs, Emotions and Divine Timing: A Fertility Deep Dive for Women in 30s and Beyond hosted by Sabeena Maharjan of The Reset Mantra

    Eggs, Emotions and Divine Timing: A Fertility Deep Dive for Women in 30s and Beyond hosted by Sabeena Maharjan of The Reset Mantra
    Sep 9 2025
    Read the notes on Dr. Aimee's website. I had the pleasure of being interviewed on the Reset Mantra podcast with host Sabeena Maharjan, where I shared one of my core beliefs: “Knowledge is power. Test, don’t guess.”
     In our conversation, I opened up about my journey as a physician and why I’m so passionate about empowering people to take charge of their health. Too often, we rely on assumptions or outdated information—when in reality, the answers are often just a test away. Whether it’s fertility, wellness, or any aspect of life, I believe in using evidence and data to guide our choices.

    If you’re ready to break free from guesswork and embrace a more informed, proactive approach, tune in to my episode on Reset Mantra. Let’s reset the way we think about health—together.

    In this episode, we cover:
    The basics of egg freezing and why I call it “fertility assurance” rather than “fertility insurance”
    Success rates and the importance of age when freezing eggs
    The emotional side of fertility and why my mantra is “Test, don’t guess”
    Fertility testing every woman should know and what the results reveal
    How supplements, lifestyle, faith, and science all play a role in reproductive health

    Find The Reset Mantra on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@theresetmantra

    Would you like to learn more about IVF?
    Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, September 15th, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips!
    Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates
    Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America’s most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.
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    33 mins
  • Follicle and Egg Stimulation Strategies for Women with Diminished Ovarian Reserve with Dr. Geoffrey Sher

    Follicle and Egg Stimulation Strategies for Women with Diminished Ovarian Reserve with Dr. Geoffrey Sher
    Sep 8 2025
    Read the full show notes and transcript.
    When it comes to DOR, aka Diminished Ovarian Reserve, I will forever be reminding you, your friend, your friend’s mom and anyone else who will listen: “diminished” does not mean “zero”!

    That’s why I’m so happy to have Dr. Geoffrey Sher back on the show to talk all about egg stimulation specifically for women with a diminished ovarian reserve.

    Just because you may have gotten a DOR diagnosis does not mean your fertility journey ends here. In fact, there are still many ways that you can work with your doctor to give your remaining eggs the best chance at success. Like I always say: all it takes is one good egg!

    Here are just a few things we talked about in this amazing conversation:
    • What you need to know about egg quality and how it declines over time
    • What we can do to give eggs the best chance during IVF
    • Why you might choose birth control (you read that right!) in this situation
    Resources:
    Contact Dr. Sher on his website
    Follow Dr. Sher on Instagram

    Would you like to learn more about IVF?
    Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, September 15th, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips!
    Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates
    Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America’s most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.
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    14 mins
  • TUSHY-D: What Fertility Patients Need to Know About Oral Health with guest Dr. Katie Lee, DDS

    TUSHY-D: What Fertility Patients Need to Know About Oral Health with guest Dr. Katie Lee, DDS
    Sep 5 2025
    In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I welcome Dr. Katie Lee, a holistic and integrative functional dentist, to answer real-life questions about the surprising connection between oral health and fertility. We cover practical advice, debunk myths, and provide actionable tips for optimizing both dental and reproductive health. Plus, we're talking about how visiting a dentist is so important as part of your fertility journey that I'm considering adding a "D" (for dentist) to The TUSHY Method. Welcome to "TUSHY-D!"

    We dive into how the oral microbiome affects hormones, fertility, and pregnancy outcomes, including topics like gum inflammation, dental anxiety, and systemic inflammation markers. Dr. Katie also shares simple, evidence-based strategies couples can implement to protect their oral and reproductive health, plus the top products and tests she recommends for anyone planning a pregnancy.

    In this episode, we cover:
    • Daily habits and oral care tips that support fertility and overall reproductive health
    • Safety of dental procedures, X-rays, and managing dental anxiety before IVF
    • How oral microbiome imbalances, gum inflammation, and systemic inflammation affect hormones and fertility
    • Partner oral health, PCOS, and other conditions that influence conception
    • Recommended natural oral care products, testing options, and actionable strategies for preconception planning
    Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website.

    Do you have questions about IVF?
    Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.
    Click to find The Egg Whisperer Show podcast on your favorite podcasting app.
    Watch videos of Dr. Aimee answer Ask the Egg Whisperer Questions on YouTube.
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    Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America’s most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.
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    32 mins
  • Exploring Fertility with Dr. D: Supplements, Genetics, and Implantation Challenges

    Exploring Fertility with Dr. D: Supplements, Genetics, and Implantation Challenges
    Sep 4 2025
    In this episode, we discuss the comprehensive guide 'The Expert Guide to Fertility: Boost Your Chances for Pregnancy' by Dr. Artie Kumar and Dr. Sanfilippo. The book provides crucial information on navigating the challenging journey to fertility.

    Dr. Kumar shares the background and vision behind the book, recounting how it was shaped by her and Dr. Sanfilippo's experiences and conversations with patients. The discussion covers diagnostic tests for fertility, treatment for endometriosis, and the importance of understanding medical, emotional, and financial aspects of fertility.

    Additionally, Dr. Kumar offers insights into how the book aims to educate and empower readers by giving them the vocabulary to better communicate their experiences and needs.

    Read the full show notes on my website.
    Get The Expert Guide to Fertility: https://www.amazon.com/Expert-Guide-Fertility-Chances-Pregnancy/dp/1421447061/
    Would you like to learn more about IVF?
    Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, September 15th, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips!
    Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates
    Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America’s most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.
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    35 mins