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Fertility Docs Uncensored

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We all know it’s wrong, but when you see one big fat negative after another, it’s tempting to turn to Dr. Google for answers. But don’t you hit that search button. You have another option: Fertility Docs Uncensored. The nation’s leading fertility doctors have joined forces to separate fertility fact from fiction. It’s the only place you can hear fertility docs from around the country diving into the nitty-gritty of infertility. From their personal experiences as infertility patients, to what you can really expect from IVF, these doctors are covering it all (and they aren’t holding back).

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Ep 110: “I’ve Got a Question” – Answering More Listener Questions 29.03.2022 30:16

The questions from listeners like you keep coming, and the Fertility Docs are happy to keep answering them. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they answer the questions that are on our listeners’ minds. They’re talking about everything from conceiving with chronic endome...

Ep 109: When The Body Doesn’t Cooperate – Reasons to Cancel an IVF Cycle 22.03.2022 25:46

Panicking over having your IVF cycle canceled? Get some information and peace of mind from the Fertility Docs. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they explain why your doctor might need to cancel your IVF cycle and why a “cancellation” is typically more of a “delay” when...

Ep 108: Keeping Family-Building Dreams Safe – All About Fertility Storage 15.03.2022 35:08

What happens when you want to store your eggs, sperm or embryos? Long-term storage comes into play! Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they interview special guest John Whitney, director of Ovation® Fertility Storage Solutions . He’s discussing the ins and outs of storin...

Ep 107: Stimulating Those Eggs – The Different Ovarian Stimulation Meds 08.03.2022 28:04

Today's podcast is brought to you by Theralogix and California Cryobank . If you’re getting ready to start ovarian stimulation for IVF, you’re probably wondering what to expect. The Fertility Docs are here to shed some light on the meds to stimulate those ovaries. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Huds...

Ep 106: “Where Do You Start?” – Initial Fertility Evaluations 01.03.2022 35:54

You’ve been seeing those negative pregnancy tests, and you want to know what’s going on. It’s time for some fertility testing to get the full picture. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they go back to basics to discuss the initial fertility evaluations they generally pe...

Ep 105: “It’s a Big Topic in Fertility” – Recurrent Pregnancy Loss 22.02.2022 35:10

One miscarriage is one too many, but some women will have multiple miscarriages on their journey to bring home a healthy baby. But there is hope. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they discuss recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). They’ll talk about everything from what can c...

Ep 104: IVF for Miscarriages - Answering More Listener Questions 15.02.2022 36:53

You keep asking amazing fertility questions, and the Fertility Docs are happy to keep answering them. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they answer the latest round of listener questions. They’re discussing everything from how IVF can help when a patient has had miscarr...

EP 103: This One’s for the Cysters – Diagnosing and Treating PCOS 08.02.2022 29:48

Today's podcast is brought to you by Ovation Fertility , a leader in the field of IVF lab services. Irregular periods, acne, hair growth, weight issues and even infertility. These are just some of the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Luckily, there are treatments that can help. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertilit...

Ep 102: “It’s a Question Episode” – Answering Listener Questions 01.02.2022 37:43

Today's podcast is brought to you by Ovation Fertility , a leader in the field of IVF lab services. The questions keep coming from listeners like you, and so do the answers from the Fertility Docs. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they provide answers to questions...

Ep 101: “A Hot Topic in January … and All Year” – All About Weight Loss 25.01.2022 45:37

Today's podcast is brought to you by Ovation Fertility , a leader in the field of IVF lab services. Weight loss is the most popular New Year’s resolution, and it remains a common goal for both men and women throughout the rest of the year. This is especially true for those who are trying to conceive. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashvill...

Ep 100: “What’s Out There On the Horizon?” – New Fertility Developments 18.01.2022 43:48

Today's podcast is brought to you by Ovation Fertility , a leader in the field of IVF lab services. The world of reproductive medicine has advanced in ways that both doctors and patients could never have imagined even 10 years ago. But where is it headed now? Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson fr...

Ep 99: “What Should People Look For?” – Exploring Fertility Supplements 11.01.2022 45:40

Today's podcast is brought to you by Ovation Fertility , a leader in the field of IVF lab services. You can find a lot of information about fertility vitamins and supplements by asking Dr. Google. However, it can be hard to know if what you’re finding is accurate. Luckily, the Fertility Docs can help. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashvil...

Ep 98: “A Pregnancy That’s Not Where It Should Be” – Life After Ectopic Pregnancy 04.01.2022 32:31

Today's podcast is brought to you by Ovation Fertility , a leader in the field of IVF lab services. M ost of the time, an embryo implants in the uterus, which is exactly where it should be. However, a pregnancy can sometimes occur in a place it shouldn’t be, such as in a fallopian tube. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Ce...

Ep 97: “Cells That Have Gone Rogue” – All About Adenomyosis 29.12.2021 28:34

Today's podcast is brought to you by Ovation Fertility , a leader in the field of IVF lab services. You’ve probably heard of endometriosis, but have you heard of adenomyosis? You’re not alone if you haven’t. Many people don’t even know this condition exists. Thankfully, the Fertility Docs are raising awareness. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen fr...

Ep 96: A Question Episode – Answering More Patient Questions 21.12.2021 25:38

Today's podcast is brought to you by Ovation Fertility , a leader in the field of IVF lab services. The Fertility Docs love receiving your questions. In fact, they even dedicate entire episodes (like this one) to answering them. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as t...

Ep 95: “Dealing With Inappropriate Questions” – Infertility During the Holidays 14.12.2021 24:04

Today's podcast is brought to you by Ovation Fertility , a leader in the field of IVF lab services. January is one of the busiest months for fertility clinics. It’s probably because so many people have faced questions about baby plans during the holidays. Thankfully, there are ways to deal with these queries. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from...

Ep 94: Promoting Peace of Mind – IVF Labs and Chain of Custody 07.12.2021 26:08

Every now and then, there’s a story in the news about patients who learned they were the victims of a lab error after giving birth to someone else’s baby. How do IVF labs work to ensure this doesn’t happen? Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they talk about the chain of...

Ep 93: Tracking the Little Changes – The Power of Wearables 30.11.2021 29:17

In the world of medicine, there’s still a lot we don’t know. But researchers (and wearable devices) can help us find answers. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they interview Dr. Michael Snyder, the chair of the Department of Genetics and the director of the Center for...

Ep 92: Inquiring Minds Want to Know – Answering More Viewer Questions 23.11.2021 32:10

We know you have lots of questions about fertility and family building, and the Fertility Docs have the answers. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they provide information about everything from the benefits of progesterone supplementation for recurrent pregnancy loss to...

Ep 91: “Yin and Yang” – All About Reproductive Hormones 16.11.2021 35:28

You’re not alone if you have questions about your reproductive hormones and how fertility medications affect your hormones and body. That’s why Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center are discussing the different roles of reproductive hormones. You’ll also learn how taking fertility...

Ep 90: “I Really Want to Help Someone Else Get Pregnant” – Embryo Adoption 10.11.2021 24:43

Did you know that adoption can occur before conception? It’s true, thanks to a form of third party reproduction called embryo adoption. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they discuss the family-building option of embryo adoption. They explain everything from how the pro...

Ep 89: What’s Egg Freezing Like? – One Fertility Doctor’s Experience 02.11.2021 28:59

Egg freezing is more popular than ever before, even among fertility doctors. oin Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they interview Dr. Eblen’s colleague, Dr. Meghan (“Meggie”) Smith, about her personal experience with freezing her eggs. Learn why Dr. Smith decided to freeze h...

Ep 88: The Answers You Need – Our Docs Answer Your Questions 26.10.2021 30:43

Got questions about reproductive medicine? The Fertility Docs are here to answer your queries about fertility and family building. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they discuss everything from the effectiveness of varicocele treatment for men to how to select a fertili...

Ep 87: Preserving the Dream of Motherhood – Fertility Treatment and Breast Cancer 19.10.2021 32:22

Treatments for breast cancer can harm fertility, but the world of reproductive medicine offers options that can help women become mothers. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they discuss the two types of breast cancer patients they see: women who have been newly diagnose...

Ep 86: Looking at the Uterine Lining – Discussing Endometrial Receptivity 12.10.2021 30:26

Some things in reproductive medicine aren’t black and white, and endometrial receptivity is one of them. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center as they discuss what we do (and don’t) know about endometrial receptivity. Get ready to learn about the different types of testing to...