Fab Fertility

Episode 27: Endometriosis Endeavors w/ Dani from @as_im_waiting

Dani is an army wife, ex NFL dancer, a strong believer in God & an infertility warrior. After trying to start her family without success, she knew something was wrong. She advocated for herself in order to receive an endometriosis diagnosis. After a procedure to remove it, she took matters into her own hands & began following a gluten & dairy free lifestyle to keep her endo at bay while TTC. This is a story of determination, trusting your gut & knowing that everything happens for a reason. ...

Episode 26: Candace Van Wade w/ @OperationBabyBump in Da House

Candace Van Wade, the voice & personality behind @OperationBabyBump & co-host of the InifertiliTea podcast, is one of my favorite people in the infertility community. She has been working hard for EIGHT YEARS to start her family. From IUIs, IVF cycles, endometriosis & finally a miracle baby conceived naturally, she has been through it all. She preaches positivity & determination, all with an incredible sense of humor. You are going to LOVE her! Show notes available with all links mentioned...

Episode 25: 5 in 5: How to Offer Emotional Support to an Infertile

I have gotten so many requests for this topic, both on Instagram & IRL. The truth is, supporting a friend or family member going through infertility is hard no matter how you approach it. However, I hope that the advice I offer in this episode deters you from the triggering kind of support and offer you supportive solutions to apply to your unique situation. Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.fabfertility.com/podcast

Episode 24: EGG-citing Interview w/ an Australian Embryologist

Embryology is fascinating & such a crucial piece of the IVF process. On this episode, Kristen, from Perth, Australia, gives us a behind the scenes look at what it looks & feels like to do this for a living. What's better is she had her own struggles to start her family. She gets it. We go through a high level explanation of IVF & then dive into all the details. If you've ever wondered how sperm is counted or what a healthy egg looks like, this episode is for you! Show notes available with ...

Episode 23: 5 in 5: A Toxin Free Home

Lifestyle factors play a huge role in our fertility. The way we eat, exercise & the home we create are so incredibly important. What's great about lifestyle factors are they are something we can actually (somewhat) control which is nice to when TTC when we have so little of it. In this episode, I unpack 5 ways to make your house more toxin free. Toxins are unavoidable but these are 5 steps in the right direction! Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.fabfertility...

Episode 22: Everything Sperm Donation

In this episode, I interview my VERY FIRST male guest bringing a male voice to the infertility community. His open & honest approach to a topic many people refuse to talk about is beyond admirable. We talk about how him & his wife navigated learning that sperm donation would be their path to starting a family. I am not going to lie, this man's love for his wife & the sacrifices they make for each other make me tear up in the best way! Show notes available here: 
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Episode 21: 5 in 5: Living & Loving Life Amidst Fertility

I think we can all agree, infertility makes us stronger. We learn so much about ourselves as we navigate our journey. It is important to remember that while this stage of life is all consuming, we must maintain an identity outside of our journey. In today's episode, I give easy and achievable tips on how to keep living life to the fullest during this hard time and how to have FUN while you do it!

Episode 20: WTF is a Hydrosalpinx w/ Jordan Pitzen

This episode will expand your fertility knowledge & vocab. You will walk away understanding how fallopian tubes affect your fertility - even when you're going through IVF & don't need them. I have been DYING to learn about the mysterious "hydrosalpinx," how & why it can form & what it means for your fertility if you have this condition. Jordan walks us through how her intuition led to her diagnosis & the steps she is taking to handle this condition so she can continue to try and grow her fam...

Episode 19: 5 in 5: How to Get your Spouse Involved in Your Infertility Journey

Episode 18: When Your Fertility Path Finally Makes Sense w/ Jenn Sharp

My guest, Jenn Sharp, found out early in her TTC journey that her ovarian reserve was extremely low. After attempting IUI cycles that were unsuccessful, her & her husband turned to IVF w/ donor eggs. She breaks down the donor egg process from the perspective of an intending parent & gets real about the emotions & logistics that come along with the process. In the end, she shares that her crazy journey made sense the second she met her adorable daughter. A well deserved happy ending! https:...

Episode 17: 5 in 5: Dealing w/ Infertility Stress

It's fall y'all! New season, new series! Every Friday this fall, I will be releasing a "5 Tips in 5 Minutes" episode covering a broad spectrum of fertility topics. This week, infertility stress. We all fall victim to stress no matter where our journey leads us. The good news is, there are easy and free ways we can reduce this stress to set ourselves up for success. Take a listen to hear my top 5 tips...

Episode 16: Egg Donation from Every Perspective w/ Traveling Donors Founder Genevieve Uys

My guest on this episode is South African bombshell, Genevieve "Vieve" Uys. At just shy of 30 she has started her own business, Traveling Donors, donated eggs that have results in NINE human lives and started banking her own eggs for future use all in the name of women's health; which I love. We talk egg donation basics but also get into the nitty gritty - you all know I ALWAYS have questions. You will leave this episode understanding the process, the costs and everything in between! To fo...

Episode 15: Test Result Tips: Reduce Your Anxiety by Setting Boundaries & Expectations

Test result calls suck but they are inevitable. On this episode, I share tips on how to set boundaries & expectations to reduce your anxiety when you get these calls. I have made many mistakes & learned A LOT after a year a a half worth of calls during my own journey. I got your back! Show notes available here: https://fabfertility.com/podcast-contd

Episode 14: Asking ALL the Infertility Questions w/ CoFertility Founder + CEO Arielle Spiegal

Arielle Spiegal has made it her mission to answer all of the burning questions us experiencing infertility have. Her own personal journey inspired her to start CoFertility, an online resource providing answers for our community that we can trust. Her approach is genius, genuine and done with humor. For more detailed show notes, visit www.fabfertility.com/podcast-contd Follow CoFertility on Instagram HERE Follow Arielle on Instagram HERE CoFertility website HERE CoFertility’s Glossa...

Episode 13: Traveling Across the Pond for IVF w/ Eloise "Els" Edington

In this episode, I have my very first guest from the UK, Eloise Edington. Els has been through one of the most incredible journeys I have ever heard that includes genetic factors, traveling across the world for treatments, donor sperm, a twin pregnancy & so much more. She is taking what she has learned along the way to launch, Fertility Help Hub, an e-newsletter packed full of resources for women on their infertility journey. Els, I ADORE you - thank you for sharing your wild ride with us an...

Episode 12: The Path to Surrogacy & Working as a Fertility Acupuncturist w/ Dr. Lauren Schneider

Dr. Lauren Schneider is a fertility acupuncturist that has been on her own infertility journey for many years. In this episode she walks us through the evolution of her career, how she helps act as “air traffic control” for her patients during their fertility journey and explains the ins and outs of surrogacy which is how she is starting her family. Show notes available with all LINKS mentioned here: https://fabfertility.com/podcast

Episode 11: My Miscarriage - The Reason I Started Fab Fertility

On this episode, I get into why I started Fab Fertility. Warning, I get emotional. I still cannot tell the story of my miscarriage without crying. The pain never leaves, there will always be a missing part of my heart & my life will be forever changed. When I reflect back, I know going through that hard time has made me a different woman. I am stronger, appreciate life more than ever & have a fierce desire to help others struggling alongside me with their own fertility.   https://fabfert...

Episode 10: How Naturopathy Compliments Fertility Treatments with Dr. Rishma Walji

Dr. Rishma Walji holds a PhD, practicing naturopathic medicine & acupuncture w/ a clinical fertility focus. She has a passion for women's health & has an amazing way of helping people navigate fertility at every stage. On this episode she weaves tips and takeaways into the 7 steps she walks patients through to set them up for success. I'm obsessed with her approach! For complete show notes visit: https://fabfertility.com/podcast-contd

Episode 9: The Relationship You Deserve to Have with Your Doctor, When to Switch, Marriage & Infertility, IUIs, IVF & Immune Protocol w/ Abbe Feder

Shit gets real with my infertility friend for life, Abbe Feder. Her and her hubby Isaac co-host the podcast, Maculate Conception. Their second season got picked up by Amazon so you KNOW she is bringing amazing knowledge we can all relate to. She has been through a helluva lot on her infertility journey & she shows all of her cards on today's episode. My favorite quote, "If any of that is your gut is not right, get out." For complete show notes, visit: https://fabfertility.com/podcast

Episode 8: Breaking Down a Typical IVF Cycle

In this episode I unpack a typical IVF cycle. When it begins, what appointments to expect, medication details, the infamous trigger shot and more! It is a quick listen but packed with info. Disclaimer, not all IVF cycles are outlined like this. In fact, I am currently on a completely different protocol than what I describe. However, this is the most typical and a lot of the info is consistent no matter the protocol. For complete show notes visit my website: https://fabfertility.com/podcast

Episode 6: Secondary Infertility, Benefits of Therapy & Fertility Signs from the Universe w/ Ali Prato

Today I talk with the creator of the Infertile AF podcast, Ali Prato. Pregnancy came relatively easy with her first baby, Ever. When she started trying again in her late 30s, secondary infertility became her reality. She takes us through the peaks & valleys of her journey. We also talk treatment costs, same sex surrogacy & more. Plus – how can you not love that she named her kids after Beatles & Foo Fighters songs?! Enjoy! Follow Ali Listen to the Infertile AF Follow Blair Fab Fertil...

Episode 7: Fueling Male Fertility: Nuts, Speedos, Diet Recs & More w/ Lauren Manaker, RDN

June is Men's Health Month so I am bringing something for the guys on this episode. I chat with Lauren Manaker - a reproductive and prenatal dietitian who specializes in fertility. She dishes all the deets on what your man should be eating, what exercising is safe, what he should avoid (hello briefs and saunas), how much sleep he should be getting and SO MUCH MORE.   To connect with Lauren click HERE To buy Lauren’s book, Fueling Male Fertility click HERE To connect with Blair click ...

Episode 5: IVF Edu: How to Prepare Your Body, Mind, Wallet, Office & Relationship for Your Upcoming Cycle

This episode's purpose is to prepare you for upcoming fertility treatments, whether it's your 1st or even 5th. I break down how to prepare your body, mind, wallet, office & relationships. I have learned the hard way that treatments aren't easy. Preparation is key & I am bringing all the tips & tricks I have learned along the way to help you avoid a cluster fuck situation. Complete show notes will all LINKS mentioned today can be found here: https://fabfertility.com/podcast

Episode 4: Wearing Infertility on Your Face & Just Getting Through Today w/ The Fertility Tribe's Kristyn Hodgdon

On this episode I chat with the creator of The Fertility Tribe, Kristyn Hodgdon. After battling PCOS and undergoing chlomid cycles, IUIs and IVF, she finally got her beautiful twins, Brooke & Charlie. The road to her babies wasn't easy and in today's episode we get into ALLL the details. Show notes available will all LINKS here: https://fabfertility.com/podcast

Episode 3: Getting IVF'd Up & Learning to Love Who You Are w/ Olivia McDonald

On this episode I interview the woman behind the AMAZING Instagram account, @theawkwardwaitingwomb, Olivia McDonald. She is the perfect mix of genuine, sweet and funny and her account brings a voice to topics most of us only think about. We talk infertility anthems, endometriosis, IVF affordability, depression, changing doctors mid treatment, being your own infertility advocate and so much more. I know you guys are going to love her as much as I do.   To connect with Olivia click HERE ...

Episode 2: Miscarriages Going Viral, the "Bad Luck" Diagnosis & Pregnancy Announcement Critiques w/ Shelly Mettling

On this episode I have my very first podcast interview with fertility friend for life, Shelly Mettling. She is the host/author of the Life After Miscarriage podcast and eBook. Shelly has suffered four miscarriages and it was her fifth pregnancy that brought her her rainbow baby, Ryan. On this episode Shelly and I discuss repeat pregnancy loss, fitness and fertility, how relationships are affected during infertility struggles, how to commemorate angel babies, pregnancy announcements and more....

Episode 1: Infertility Street Cred

Welcome to the Fab Fertility podcast! On this episode you get to know me, Blair Nelson. I have been on my infertility journey for over a year now. I am 1 in 8 AND 1 in 4. This shit is hard and I understand what it’s like to be struggling with infertility and having very few places to turn. The only solace I have found during this difficult time is community amongst others going through the same things. The truth is, there just aren’t enough resources. That is my WHY – to provide resources an...

Welcome to the Fab Fertility Podcast!

Welcome to the Fab Fertility podcast with infertility warrior, Blair Nelson. After suffering infertility and turning to IVF to start a family, she has made it her mission to bring inspiration, facts, tips, support and most importantly a VOICE to a topic too often ignored. Join her for real talk to prepare yourself for your own unique journey. Get ready ready to laugh, relate and become empowered as she shows you that just because fertility is hard, doesn't mean it can't be fabulous. https:...