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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

BONUS 174: New PCOS Guideline

September 28, 2018 11:00 - 41 minutes - 20.1 MB

In BONUS Episode 174 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers six listener questions (endometriosis, hydrosalpinx, frozen transfers, recurrent pregnancy loss, and more) and then we discuss the new criteria for diagnosing 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.

145: Secondary Infertility [JOURNEY]

September 24, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 22.7 MB

In Episode 145 of Beat Infertility, Erica shares her journey with loss, secondary infertility, a hysterectomy, 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 173: How to Choose an Egg Donor

September 21, 2018 11:00 - 53 minutes - 24.6 MB

In BONUS Episode 173 of Beat Infertility, we interview Lisa Schuman, the founding director of The Center for Family Building and director of mental health services at RMA of Connecticut, about how to choose an egg donor.  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.

144: Recurrent Pregnancy Loss & PCOS [SUCCESS]

September 17, 2018 11:00 - 50 minutes - 23.1 MB

In Episode 144 of Beat Infertility, Christine shares her triumph over recurrent pregnancy loss, stillbirth, and 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 172: How to Let Go of Expectations

September 14, 2018 11:00 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MB

In BONUS Episode 172 of Beat Infertility, we interview psychotherapist Dr. Maria Rothenburger about how to let go of expectations. 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.

143: Low AMH [SUCCESS]

September 10, 2018 11:00 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MB

In Episode 143 of Beat Infertility, Stefanie shares her triumph over low AMH.  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 171: Why PGS Normal Embryos Might Fail

September 07, 2018 20:00 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MB

In BONUS Episode 171 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers six listener questions (low ovarian reserve, egg fertilization issues, IUI, progesterone, and more) and then we discuss the reasons why PGS normal embryos might fail to implant or result in a miscarriage. 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.

142: Unexplained Recurrent Pregnancy Loss [SUCCESS]

September 03, 2018 11:00 - 41 minutes - 18.7 MB

In Episode 142 of Beat Infertility, Ashley shares her triumph over unexplained 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 170: Hypnofertility

August 31, 2018 11:00 - 57 minutes - 26.5 MB

In BONUS Episode 170 of Beat Infertility, we interview Lynsi Eastburn, a registered psychotherapist, board-certified hypnotherapist, and co-owner of the Eastburn Hypnotherapy Clinic, about hypnofertility. 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.

141: Egg Quality [SUCCESS]

August 27, 2018 11:00 - 53 minutes - 24.5 MB

In Episode 141 of Beat Infertility, Emily shares her triumph over egg quality issues.  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 169: Mitochondria & Your Fertility

August 24, 2018 11:00 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MB

In BONUS Episode 169 of Beat Infertility, we interview Warren Cargal, a licensed acupuncturist, and herbalist, author of Your Mitochondria, and clinic director of Acupuncture Atlanta, about how your mitochondria impacts 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.

140: Congenital Hypopituitarism [SUCCESS]

August 20, 2018 11:00 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MB

In Episode 140 of Beat Infertility, Alison shares her triumph over congenital hypopituitarism, a condition that prevents her pituitary from functioning.  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 168: Ovary Freezing

August 17, 2018 11:00 - 55 minutes - 25.6 MB

In BONUS Episode 168 of Beat Infertility, we interview Dr. Kutluk Oktay, a reproductive endocrinologist at Innovation Fertility Preservation and IVF, and cancer survivor Annie Dauer about ovary freezing and Annie's personal experience with this procedure. 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.

139: Dual Factor Infertility [SUCCESS]

August 13, 2018 11:00 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MB

In Episode 139 of Beat Infertility, Sheena shares her triumph over PCOS and male 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 167: Self-Love & Self-Forgiveness

August 10, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 21.1 MB

In BONUS Episode 167 of Beat Infertility, we interview psychotherapist Dr. Maria Rothenburger about how to love and forgive yourself while battling 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.

138: Endometriosis & Poor Fertilization [SUCCESS]

August 06, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 21.1 MB

In Episode 138 of Beat Infertility, Diana shares her triumph over mild endometriosis and poor fertilization. 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 166: Evaluating Your Ovaries, Tubes & Uterus

August 03, 2018 11:00 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MB

In BONUS Episode 166 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers six listener questions (failed PGS normal embryos, ethical issues with freezing embryos, low AMH with high AFC, high TSH, and more) and then we discuss diagnostic tests to evaluate your ovaries, tubes, and uterus. 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.

137: Unexplained Infertility & Recurrent Loss [JOURNEY]

July 30, 2018 11:00 - 44 minutes - 20.2 MB

In Episode 137 of Beat Infertility, Amy shares 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 165: Pregnantish

July 27, 2018 11:00 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MB

In BONUS Episode 165 of Beat Infertility, we interview Andrea Syrtash, the founder, and editor of pregnantish, about her journey to parenthood, as well as her journey as an entrepreneur. 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.

136: Unexplained Infertility [SUCCESS]

July 23, 2018 11:00 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MB

In Episode 136 of Beat Infertility, Supna 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 164: Infertility Patient Rights

July 20, 2018 11:00 - 33 minutes - 15.5 MB

In BONUS Episode 164 of Beat Infertility, we interview Catherine Tucker, an infertility survivor, board member of RESOLVE New England, and managing attorney at New Hampshire Surrogacy Law, about the rights of infertility patients. 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.

135: Advanced Reproductive Age [JOURNEY]

July 16, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 21.1 MB

In Episode 135 of Beat Infertility, Elizabeth shares her journey with advanced reproductive age and suspected 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 163: How to Cope With Caregiving & Infertility

July 13, 2018 11:00 - 51 minutes - 23.7 MB

In BONUS Episode 163 of Beat Infertility, we interview psychotherapist Dr. Maria Rothenburger about how to cope with being a caregiver for a loved one while battling 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.

134: Endometriosis & Poor Egg Quality [SUCCESS]

July 09, 2018 11:00 - 49 minutes - 22.7 MB

In Episode 134 of Beat Infertility, Kelly shares her triumph over endometriosis and poor egg quality. 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 162: Overview of Your In Vitro Options

July 06, 2018 11:00 - 49 minutes - 22.5 MB

In BONUS Episode 162 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers six listener questions (platelet-rich plasma, egg quality with PCOS, gluten-free and other diets, likelihood of success with IUI, and more) and then we discuss the different types of in vitro cycles, as well as the future of 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://beatinferti...

133: Endometriosis & High FSH [SUCCESS]

July 02, 2018 11:00 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MB

In Episode 133 of Beat Infertility, Kristen shares her triumph over endometriosis and high FSH. 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 161: Navigating Fertility Treatments as a Single Woman

June 29, 2018 11:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

In BONUS Episode 161 of Beat Infertility, we interview Sarah Kowalski, a single mother by choice and the founder and author of Motherhood Reimagined, about navigating fertility treatments as a single woman. 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.

132: Unexplained Infertility [JOURNEY]

June 25, 2018 11:00 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MB

In Episode 132 of Beat Infertility, Katie shares her journey with 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.

132: Unexplained Infertility [JOURNEY]

June 25, 2018 07:00 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MB

In Episode 132 of Beat Infertility, Katie shares her journey with unexplained infertility. 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 160: ARC Fertility

June 22, 2018 11:00 - 47 minutes - 21.8 MB

In BONUS Episode 160 of Beat Infertility, we interview Dr. David Adamson, the founder, chairman, and chief medical officer of ARC Fertility, in great detail about the various treatment packages and other financial options ARC Fertility offers. 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.

131: PCOS & Male Factor Infertility [JOURNEY]

June 18, 2018 11:00 - 41 minutes - 19 MB

In Episode 131 of Beat Infertility, Deena shares her journey with PCOS and male 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.

131: PCOS & Male Factor Infertility [JOURNEY]

June 18, 2018 07:00 - 41 minutes - 19 MB

In Episode 131 of Beat Infertility, Deena shares her journey with PCOS and male factor infertility. 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 159: What to Do When You Feel Left Behind

June 15, 2018 11:00 - 53 minutes - 24.4 MB

In BONUS Episode 159 of Beat Infertility, we interview psychotherapist Dr. Maria Rothenburger about what to do when you feel left behind by both your fertile and infertile friends and family. 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 159: What to Do When You Feel Left Behind

June 15, 2018 07:00 - 53 minutes - 24.4 MB

In BONUS Episode 159 of Beat Infertility, we interview psychotherapist Dr. Maria Rothenburger about what to do when you feel left behind by both your fertile and infertile friends and family. If you need additional support, consider joining Hope University or our Infertility Warrior Tribe. For details on both, please visit https://beatinfertility.co/hopeu.

130: Low AMH & Endometriosis [SUCCESS]

June 11, 2018 11:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

In Episode 130 of Beat Infertility, Meg shares her triumph over low AMH, a blocked tube, and 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 158: Fact or Fiction: IVF Edition: Dr. Allison Rodgers

June 08, 2018 11:00 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MB

In BONUS Episode 158 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers six listener questions (DHEA for DOR patients, premature ovarian failure, advanced reproductive age, recurrent loss, and more) and then dissects over a dozen IVF-related statements, identifying each as a fact, fiction, or something in between. 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...

129: Same-Sex Couple [SUCCESS]

June 04, 2018 11:00 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MB

In Episode 129 of Beat Infertility, Annie shares her experience tackling infertility as part of a same-sex couple. 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 157: Fertility Benefits at Work: SendGrid

June 01, 2018 11:00 - 32 minutes - 14.7 MB

In BONUS Episode 157 of Beat Infertility, we interview Pattie Money, Chief People Operations Officer at SendGrid, how to score a job there, 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/hope.

128: Secondary Infertility & Advanced Reproductive Age

May 28, 2018 11:00 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MB

[SUCCESS] In Episode 128 of Beat Infertility, Geraldine shares her triumph over secondary infertility and advanced reproductive age. 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 156: Parental Hope

May 25, 2018 11:00 - 27 minutes - 12.5 MB

In BONUS Episode 156 of Beat Infertility, we interview Jennifer Bross, co-founder of Parental Hope, about her personal infertility story, the nonprofit organization she started with her husband, their IVF grant, 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/hope.

127: Dual Factor Infertility [JOURNEY UPDATE]

May 21, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 27.5 MB

In Episode 127 of Beat Infertility, Jane updates us about her journey with diminished ovarian reserve, male factor infertility, MTHFR, and 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 155: Navigating Infertility as a Step-Parent

May 18, 2018 11:00 - 32 minutes - 14.7 MB

In BONUS Episode 155 of Beat Infertility, we interview psychotherapist Dr. Maria Rothenburger about how to navigate infertility as a step-parent. 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 155: Navigating Infertility as a Step-Parent

May 18, 2018 07:00 - 32 minutes - 14.7 MB

In BONUS Episode 155 of Beat Infertility, we interview psychotherapist Dr. Maria Rothenburger about how to navigate infertility as a step-parent. If you need additional support, consider joining Hope University or our Infertility Warrior Tribe. For details on both, please visit https://beatinfertility.co/hopeu.

126: Dual Factor Infertility [SUCCESS]

May 14, 2018 11:00 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MB

In Episode 126 of Beat Infertility, Lauri shares her triumph over dual factor infertility (male factor and endometriosis) via domestic 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.

126: Dual Factor Infertility [SUCCESS]

May 14, 2018 07:00 - 40 minutes - 18.3 MB

In Episode 126 of Beat Infertility, Lauri shares her triumph over dual factor infertility (male factor and endometriosis) via domestic adoption. 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 154: Uterine Lining Tests

May 11, 2018 11:00 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MB

In BONUS Episode 154 of Beat Infertility, Dr. Allison Rodgers answers six listener questions (natural killer cells, PCOS, blocked tubes, recurrent loss, and more) and then discusses the three main uterine lining tests, including including the endometrial receptivity analysis (ERA), ReceptivaDx, and the Yale endometrial function test (EFT). Infertility coach Heather Huhman helps warriors like you make scientifically-based, well-informed decisions about your next steps. To schedule your free...

125: Unexplained Infertility [SUCCESS]

May 07, 2018 11:00 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MB

In Episode 125 of Beat Infertility, Arielle shares her triumph over unexplained infertility and septate uterus. 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 153: A History of Infertility

May 04, 2018 11:00 - 40 minutes - 56 MB

In BONUS Episode 153 of Beat Infertility, we interview Robin Jensen, a professor of communication at the University of Utah and author of Infertility: Tracing the History of a Transformative Term, about her background, the book, and the rich history of 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.

124: Hypothalamic Amenorrhea [SUCCESS]

April 30, 2018 11:00 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MB

In Episode 124 of Beat Infertility, Samantha shares her triumph over hypothalamic 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.

BONUS 152: Human Growth Hormone

April 27, 2018 11:00 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MB

In BONUS Episode 152 of Beat Infertility, we interview Dr. David Barad, the director of clinical assisted reproductive technologies and senior scientist at the Center for Human Reproduction, about human growth hormone and how it's used in fertility treatments. 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.