{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Egg Whisperer\u2019s Guide to Fertility with Dr. Aimee","description":"  I loved this conversation with Dr. Aimee, also known as the Egg Whisperer. She\u2019s so real, honest, authentic and dedicated. In our conversation she shares practical insights, innovative treatments, and inspiring stories to empower women on their fertility journeys. Whether you're just starting or deep into treatment, this episode offers invaluable advice for building your family. &amp;nbsp;   We cover:&amp;nbsp;    The importance of activity and lifestyle habits for fertility   Debunking myths around fertility treatments and advice   Essential lab markers everyone should know   The role of innovative therapies like rapamycin and ovarian PRP   Navigating emotionally supportive care and self-advocacy in fertility   Future technologies that could revolutionize reproductive health    In this episode:    Dr. Aimee emphasizes the significance of staying active for fertility, explaining how movement influences inflammation and metabolism   She shares her stance on common misconceptions, including the debunking of semen ingestion and the necessity of sex before embryo transfer   The discussion highlights the critical lab markers: hemoglobin A1c, iron studies, AMH, FSH, and ultrasounds for ovarian reserve   Explore cutting-edge approaches like rapamycin and ovarian PRP to extend fertility potential, including success stories of women over 40   Insights into supporting patients emotionally, delivering bad news with compassion, and advocating for oneself across the fertility journey   A glimpse into the future: potential of in vitro gametogenesis (IVG), fertility regeneration, and the quest to extend reproductive longevity    Timestamps:    00:00 - Introduction and importance of trusted fertility resources   02:05 - The impact of activity and movement on fertility health   01:36 - Myths and overrated fertility advice, including semen swallowing and sex timing   02:38 - Coffee's role in fertility, debunking misconceptions   02:45 - Essential lab markers: Hemoglobin A1c and iron studies   03:21 - Recommended screenings: AMH levels and fertility preservation discussions   04:23 - Women over 40 and natural vs. assisted pregnancy possibilities   05:42 - Critical fertility tests: AMH, FSH, and ovarian reserve   06:44 - Simplifying AMH and FSH: what do these markers really mean?   08:17 - Egg quality assessments and genetic testing limitations   09:19 - Handling retrievals with low follicle counts and the future of single-egg IVF   10:29 - Dr. Aimee\u2019s motivation for supportive fertility care over clinic statistics   11:29 - Trends towards IVF with fewer eggs and clinic evolution   12:03 - The journey of the Egg Whisperer and family influences   14:07 - Supporting emotional well-being through compassion, mental health referrals, and personal connection   16:23 - Building a holistic team for fertility success   18:05 - Self-advocacy: knowing your medical records and asking the right questions   20:24 - Expected attrition rates in IVF success and understanding the 'pyramid'   22:37 - Lifestyle, supplements, and experimental therapies for improving outcomes   23:39 - Innovations: rapamycin and ovarian PRP, their potentials and success stories   28:35 - Historical FDA use of rapamycin and current fertility applications   29:39 - The procedure and promise of ovarian PRP   35:16 - The need for more gender-specific women\u2019s health research   41:10 - Emerging future technologies, including IVG and fertility regeneration   43:09 - Tips for those beginning their fertility journey and critical questions to ask   44:44 - What does living well mean? Personal insights from Dr. Aimee    Resources &amp;amp; Links:    Dr. Aimee - The Egg Whisperer   Rapamycin case series publication   Ovarian PRP details   Anti-aging and longevity insights   Fertility Tools &amp;amp; Supplements    Connect with Dr. Aimee:    Instagram   Twitter   Website    Connect with me:&amp;nbsp;  Connect with me on Instagram&amp;nbsp;  ShopMy - What I\u2019m Loving Lately  &amp;nbsp;   Email:  Hailey@hailey-miller.com ","author_name":"Figuring It Out","author_url":"http:\/\/howwelllive.libsyn.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41952110\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/203734130"}