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Beat Infertility

648 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 313 ratings

Beat Infertility is a weekly podcast where we get real about infertility, empower you to take back control, and provide you hope for the future. Each episode features two main interviews: someone who's overcome infertility and had a baby or is currently pregnant and someone who's still on their infertility journey. We cover the whole range of infertility diagnoses, including Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, diminished ovarian reserve / premature ovarian failure, luteal phase defects, male factor infertility, multiple/recurrent miscarriages, ovulatory disorders, secondary infertility, unexplained infertility, and more. Whether you haven't yet made your first appointment with a reproductive endocrinologist (RE) or you're an IUI or IVF veteran, this podcast will deliver hope directly to your ear.

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Episodes

220: Thin Lining & Low Morphology [SUCCESS]

March 02, 2020 12:00 - 59 minutes - 43.8 MB

In Episode 220 of Beat Infertility, Edie shares her triumph over a thin uterine lining and low morphology. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 248: Optimizing Fertility Post-Birth Control

February 28, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutes - 91.6 MB

In BONUS Episode 248 of Beat Infertility, we interview Kara Ferreira, founder of Quit the Pill, about how to support your reproductive system and optimize cycle health after long-term hormonal birth control use. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

219: Autoimmune Disease & Uterine Factor Infertility [SUCCESS]

February 24, 2020 12:00 - 49 minutes - 84.8 MB

In Episode 219 of Beat Infertility, Monica shares her triumph over an autoimmune disease and uterine factor infertility (septum). Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 247: HeartMath 101

February 21, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 56.5 MB

In BONUS Episode 247 of Beat Infertility, we interview psychotherapist, Dr. Maria Rothenburger, about everything you need to know about HeartMath. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

218: PCOS & Recurrent Pregnancy Loss [SUCCESS]

February 17, 2020 12:00 - 50 minutes - 85.7 MB

In Episode 218 of Beat Infertility, Elisha shares her triumph over PCOS and recurrent pregnancy loss. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

246: IVF Add-Ons: Fact vs. Fiction

February 14, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 100 MB

In BONUS Episode 246 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers six listener questions (thawing and testing embryos, tube cannulation, recurring Angioedema, and more) and then we discuss a recent New York Times op-ed and the pros and cons of IVF add-ons. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

217: Unexplained Infertility [SUCCESS]

February 10, 2020 12:00 - 57 minutes - 95.4 MB

In Episode 217 of Beat Infertility, Heather shares her triumph over unexplained infertility. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 245: Writing as a Tool During Your Infertility Journey

February 07, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 74.5 MB

In BONUS Episode 245 of Beat Infertility, we interview Leigh Shulman, a writer and author of The Writer's Roadmap, about using writing as a tool during your infertility journey. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

216: Diminished Ovarian Reserve [SUCCESS]

February 03, 2020 12:00 - 39 minutes - 53.3 MB

In Episode 216 of Beat Infertility, Stacey shares her triumph over diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 244: Types of Amenorrhea

January 31, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 81.3 MB

In BONUS Episode 244 of Beat Infertility, we interview Dr. Mark Trolice, a XYZ, about types of amenorrhea. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

215: Unexplained Infertility & Recurrent Pregnancy Loss [SUCCESS]

January 27, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes - 27.2 MB

In Episode 215 of Beat Infertility, Raya shares her triumph over unexplained infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss via surrogacy.   Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.  

BONUS 243: Fasting for Fertility

January 24, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 31.4 MB

In BONUS Episode 243 of Beat Infertility, we interview Dr. Felice Gersh, a physician board certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Integrative Medicine, about fasting for fertility. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.  

214: Unexplained Infertility & Recurrent Loss [JOURNEY UPDATE]

January 20, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 31.8 MB

In Episode 214 of Beat Infertility, Amy updates us on her journey with unexplained infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.  

BONUS 242: Listener Question Extravaganza

January 17, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 29 MB

In BONUS Episode 242 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers more than a dozen listener questions about tailoring fertility treatments to your religious preferences, breastfeeding while doing a frozen transfer cycle, PCOS, tubal factor infertility, thin endometrial lining, and more. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co...

213: Tubal Factor Infertility & Genetic Abnormalities [SUCCESS]

January 13, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 82.1 MB

In Episode 213 of Beat Infertility, Ella shares her triumph over tubal factor infertility and producing many embryos with genetic abnormalities. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 241: Mercier Therapy for Fertility

January 10, 2020 12:00 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MB

In BONUS Episode 241 of Beat Infertility, we interview Dr. Jenny Stofer, a Mercier Therapy practitioner and chiropractor, about Mercier Therapy for fertility. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.  

212: Type 1 Diabetes [JOURNEY]

January 06, 2020 12:00 - 51 minutes - 72 MB

In Episode 212 of Beat Infertility, Samantha shares her journey with Type 1 diabetes. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.  

BONUS 240: International Egg Donation

January 03, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 83.6 MB

In BONUS Episode 240 of Beat Infertility, we interview Genevieve Uys, the founder of Traveling Donors and Known Egg Donors, as well as the biological mother of 9 children through egg donation, about international egg donation. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

211: DOR, Tubal Factor Infertility & Uterine Abnormalities [JOURNEY]

December 30, 2019 12:00 - 49 minutes - 68.7 MB

In Episode 211 of Beat Infertility, Jackie shares her journey as a single woman with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR), tubal factor infertility, and uterine abnormalities. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

211: DOR, Tubal Factor Infertility & Uterine Abnormalities

December 30, 2019 08:00 - 49 minutes - 68.7 MB

In Episode 211 of Beat Infertility, Jackie shares her journey as a single woman with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR), tubal factor infertility, and uterine abnormalities. If you need additional support, consider joining Hope University or our Infertility Warrior Tribe. For details on both, please visit https://beatinfertility.co/hopeu.  

BONUS 239: Faith, Religion & Infertility

December 27, 2019 12:00 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MB

In BONUS Episode 239 of Beat Infertility, we interview Rabbi Elchanan Poupko about faith, religion, and infertility. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

210: Unexplained Infertility [SUCCESS]

December 23, 2019 12:00 - 46 minutes - 64.9 MB

In Episode 210 of Beat Infertility, Samantha shares her triumph over low Vitamin D, low AMH, and a short luteal phase -- all of which was labeled unexplained infertility. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 238: How to Determine the Number of Embryos to Transfer

December 20, 2019 12:00 - 41 minutes - 39.1 MB

In BONUS Episode 238 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers six listener questions (recurrent pregnancy loss, PCOS, ReceptivaDX, luteal phase defects, and more) and then we discuss the current guidelines of the number of embryos to transfer during an IVF cycle. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

209: PCOS, Tubal Factor Infertility & Secondary Infertility [SUCCESS]

December 16, 2019 12:00 - 56 minutes - 27.2 MB

In Episode 209 of Beat Infertility, Christy shares her triumph over polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), tubal factor infertility, secondary infertility, and a thin uterine lining. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 237: Preimplantation Genetic Testing & Mosaicism in 2020

December 13, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 33.9 MB

In BONUS Episode 237 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Mike Large, senior director of research at CooperGenomics, about preimplantation genetic testing and mosaicism in 2020. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

208: PCOS & Low Progesterone [SUCCESS]

December 09, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 31.3 MB

In Episode 208 of Beat Infertility, Melissa shares her triumph over polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and low progesterone. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 236: Freeze & Create

December 06, 2019 12:00 - 59 minutes - 28.3 MB

In BONUS Episode 236 of Beat Infertility, we interview Jennifer Lannon and Sidonia Swarm, co-founders of Freeze and Create, about the cost of egg freezing and IVF. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

207: Secondary Infertility & Recurrent Pregnancy Loss [JOURNEY]

December 02, 2019 12:00 - 47 minutes - 22.9 MB

In Episode 207 of Beat Infertility, Betty shares her journey with secondary infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, and diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 235: Applying the Wellness Wheel to Your Journey

November 29, 2019 12:00 - 52 minutes - 25.1 MB

In BONUS Episode 235 of Beat Infertility, we interview psychotherapist Dr. Maria Rothenburger about the wellness wheel and how to apply it to your infertility journey. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

206: Uterine Septum, Endometriosis & Tubal Factor Infertility [SUCCESS]

November 25, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 30.2 MB

In Episode 206 of Beat Infertility, Aliana shares her triumph over a uterine septum, diminished oarian reserve (DOR), endometriosis, and tubal factor infertility. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.    

BONUS 234: Nicotine, Vaping, Marijuana & CBD

November 22, 2019 12:00 - 57 minutes - 27.5 MB

In BONUS Episode 234 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers six listener questions (unexplained infertility, endometriosis, implantation failure, recurrent pregnancy loss, and more) and then we discuss how nicotine, vaping, marijuana, and CBD impact your fertility. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

205: Diminished Ovarian Reserve & Fibroids [SUCCESS]

November 18, 2019 12:00 - 48 minutes - 23.5 MB

In Episode 205 of Beat Infertility, Sylvia shares her triumph over diminished ovarian reserve (DOR), egg quality, and fibroids. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 233: Uterine Transplants 101

November 15, 2019 12:00 - 53 minutes - 25.8 MB

In BONUS Episode 233 of Beat Infertility, we interview Dr. Liza Johannesson, assistant professor in the College of Medicine at Baylor University Medical Center, and infertility warrior Kayla, about uterine transplants.  Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

204: Male Factor Infertility [SUCCESS]

November 11, 2019 12:00 - 59 minutes - 28.5 MB

In Episode 204 of Beat Infertility, TJ shares her triumph over male factor infertility (azoospermia) via adoption. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 232: Becoming an Advocate

November 08, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 30.7 MB

In BONUS Episode 232 of Beat Infertility, we interview Davina Fankhauser, co-founder of Fertility Within Reach, about becoming an advocate at the state and federal level. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

203: Low Progesterone & Ovarian Cysts [SUCCESS]

November 04, 2019 12:00 - 37 minutes - 18.5 MB

In Episode 203 of Beat Infertility, Jennifer shares her triumph over low progesterone and ovarian cysts. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 231: Am I the Only One Who...? (Part 6)

November 01, 2019 11:00 - 59 minutes - 28.4 MB

In BONUS Episode 231 of Beat Infertility, infertility warrior Christine guest hosts and Heather answers listener questions that begin with "Am I the only one who…?" Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

202: Recurrent Pregnancy Loss [SUCCESS]

October 28, 2019 11:00 - 52 minutes - 25.3 MB

In Episode 202 of Beat Infertility, Elizabeth shares her triumph over polycystic ovaries, an abnormally shaped uterus, an autoimmune problem, a potential nature killer cell problem, and an unusually high number of embryos with chromosomal abnormalities. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 230: Uterine Microbiome 101

October 25, 2019 11:00 - 38 minutes - 18.9 MB

In BONUS Episode 230 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers six listener questions (failed PGT normal transfer, normal AMH with high FSH, recurrent pregnancy loss, 3-person IVF, and more) and then we discuss what you need to know about the emerging science around the uterine microbiome. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinferti...

201: Silent Endometriosis [SUCCESS]

October 21, 2019 11:00 - 55 minutes - 26.4 MB

In Episode 201 of Beat Infertility, Nathalie shares her triumph over silent endometriosis. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 229: Communicating with Your Employer About Insurance

October 18, 2019 11:00 - 50 minutes - 24.3 MB

In BONUS Episode 229 of Beat Infertility, we interview Davina Fankhauser, co-founder of Fertility Within Reach, about communicating with your employer about insurance coverage. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

200: Endometriosis & Diminished Ovarian Reserve [SUCCESS]

October 14, 2019 11:00 - 55 minutes - 26.6 MB

In Episode 200 of Beat Infertility, Carrie shares her triumph over endometriosis, tubal factor infertility, and diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 228: Miscarriage from a Man's Perspective

October 11, 2019 11:00 - 43 minutes - 21.2 MB

199: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) [SUCCESS]

October 07, 2019 11:00 - 53 minutes - 25.8 MB

In Episode 199 of Beat Infertility, Crystal shares her triumph over polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 227: The Emotional Impact of Secondary Infertility

October 04, 2019 11:00 - 48 minutes - 23.5 MB

In BONUS Episode 227 of Beat Infertility, we interview psychotherapist Dr. Maria Rothenburger about the emotional impact of secondary infertility and how to cope. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.  

198: Reciprocal Translocation [SUCCESS]

September 30, 2019 11:00 - 41 minutes - 20.3 MB

In Episode 198 of Beat Infertility, Sarah shares her triumph over reciprocal translocation, recurrent pregnancy loss, and diminished ovarian reserve. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 226: Conditions That Make Pregnancy High-Risk

September 27, 2019 11:00 - 48 minutes - 23.6 MB

In BONUS Episode 226 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers six listener questions (immature eggs, unexplained vaginal pain, blocked tubes, cervical insufficiency, and more) and then we discuss what a high-risk pregnancy entails and the conditions that might lead to one. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

197: Advanced Reproductive Age & Recurrent Loss [SUCCESS]

September 23, 2019 11:00 - 51 minutes - 24.6 MB

In Episode 197 of Beat Infertility, Karen shares her triumph over a thyroid disorder, advanced reproductive age, and recurrent pregnancy loss. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

BONUS 225: Communicating with Insurance Providers

September 20, 2019 11:00 - 50 minutes - 24.3 MB

In BONUS Episode 225 of Beat Infertility, we interview Davina Fankhauser, co-founder of Fertility Within Reach, about everything you need to know about navigating your insurance policy and expanding your coverage. Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.

196: Diminished Ovarian Reserve [SUCCESS]

September 16, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 28.7 MB

Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free 30-minute call, go to https://beatinfertility.co/hope.