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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 60: “I Changed My Mind” – All About Tubal Reversal 13.04.2021 30:50

Many women get their “tubes tied” (also known as tubal ligation) as a form of permanent birth control. However, family-building plans can change. 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 a popular question: “I got my tubes tied. Can you reverse it?” Listen as the F...

Ep 59: “Contracting and Relaxing” – Finding Relief From Pelvic Pain 07.04.2021 37:02

Pelvic pain can be a nightmare, and many women are too embarrassed to talk about it. However, nothing is off limits for 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 talk about pelvic pain with a special guest, Katie Schweitzer, PT, DPT, OCS, from Texas Phy...

EP 58: Behind the Scenes – Inside the Egg Retrieval 30.03.2021 46:11

Want a behind-the-scenes look at what happens during your egg retrieval for IVF or egg freezing? 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 happens before, during and after an egg retrieval procedure. The Fertility Docs will also explain all the “egg retrieval...

Ep 57: “Hiding in the Family Tree” – The Importance of Carrier Screening 23.03.2021 29:43

In the past, doctors would only screen people of certain ethnicities for specific inheritable illnesses. However, at-home DNA testing has shown us that “we’re all mutts.” That’s why it’s important for everyone to get comprehensive carrier screening. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertil...

Ep 56: All About Tubal Infertility – Addressing Blocked Fallopian Tubes 16.03.2021 37:30

This is the episode for you if you have questions about tubal infertility and how tools like hysterosalpingogram (HSG) can help diagnose a fallopian tube blockage. 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 an overview of how the fallopian tubes work. The Fertility...

Ep 55: Conceiving at 45 and Beyond – Help from Donor Eggs and Embryos 09.03.2021 29:06

Wondering about your options for conceiving at age 45 and beyond? Despite what the media may lead you to believe, most women in their mid-40s (even celebrities) need to rely on donor eggs or donor embryos to welcome a baby. 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...

Ep 54: “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” – All About Ovarian Cysts 02.03.2021 33:13

Did you know that not all ovarian cysts are bad? 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 you’ve ever wanted to know about ovarian cysts. The Fertility Docs are discussing all the different types of cysts, from follicular to hemorrhagic. They’re also co...

Ep 53: Maintaining Relationships During Infertility – Insights from a Psychologist 23.02.2021 37:23

It’s no secret that infertility can cause a lot of stress. To cope, many people are tempted to withdraw from others. However, support from loved ones is especially important during this time. 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 chat with Dr. Poonam Sharma, a psycholo...

Ep 52: Another Perspective – When to Get a Second Opinion 16.02.2021 31:07

For this episode, our Fertility Docs are tackling a big question in fertility care. When should you seek a second opinion on your journey to conceive? 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 when they think it’s helpful to seek a second opinion. Our Fertility Doc...

Ep 51: Better Together – All About Ovation® Fertility 09.02.2021 30:03

Did you know that the Fertility Docs are part of a national network of IVF laboratories called Ovation Fertility? 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 Nate Snyder, Ovation CEO. Listen as the Fertility Docs talk to him about the power of collabo...

Ep 50: “Putting It on Hold” – Why an IVF Cycle Might Be Cancelled 02.02.2021 25:54

When you’re going through in vitro fertilization (IVF), few things are more exciting than your egg retrieval procedure and your embryo transfer. However, sometimes it’s necessary to cancel an IVF cycle and try again a little later. 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...

Ep 49: “This Patient Is Going to Have a Baby” – What Makes a Fertility Patient Successful? 26.01.2021 28:33

Have you ever wondered why one fertility patient is able to bring home a baby, while another continues to struggle with infertility? 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 factors that increase a fertility patient’s likelihood of welcoming a baby. As a bonus...

Ep 48: “You Are Not Broken” – Amanda Klein’s Story 19.01.2021 31:51

Every infertility story is different, and today we’re sharing the story of Amanda Klein, Dr. Bedient’s patient and Mrs. Nevada 2020. 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 this amazing woman. Amanda discusses how she welcomed a baby after multiple miscarriages...

Ep 47: Fertility Patients and the COVID Vaccine – ASRM Taskforce Recommendations 13.01.2021 30:37

Do you have questions about whether you should get the COVID vaccine as a fertility patient or a pregnant woman? The American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) has issued some vaccine recommendations, and the Fertility Docs are breaking them down. Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas , Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center and Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas F...

Ep 46: A Deeper Look at Sperm Health – Sperm DNA Fragmentation Testing 05.01.2021 39:10

Did you know there’s a new test that can provide more information about male fertility? It’s called sperm DNA fragmentation, and the Fertility Docs are here to break down the basics of it. 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 a special guest, Dr. John Case o...

Ep 45: “You’re Not Alone” – A Premature Ovarian Insufficiency Story 29.12.2020 31:33

Premature ovarian insufficiency doesn’t always mean you’ll need to use donor eggs, and we have a patient story that proves it. 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 one of Dr. Eblen’s former patients. Listen as she discusses her 15-year fertility journey, whi...

Ep 44: “Expedited but Not Rushed” – All About the COVID Vaccine 22.12.2020 34:42

The COVID vaccine. It’s all anyone can talk about right now, and if you’re like most people, you probably have questions about it. 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. Dorothy “Dottie” Overman, a family medicine specialist in New Braunfels, Texas, about...

Ep 43: “Too Much of a Good Thing” – Excessive Exercise and Fertility 15.12.2020 33:05

Exercise is one of the keys to health and wellness. But did you know that too much of it can actually make it more difficult to conceive? 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 how excessive exercise can lead to fertility struggles and what steps you can take...

Ep 42: “1 in 100 Guys” – All About Anonymous Sperm Donation 08.12.2020 29:26

What do single women, lesbian couples and couples with severe male infertility have in common? They can all rely on anonymous sperm donors to make parenthood possible. 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 you need to know about anonymous sperm donation. T...

Ep 41: The Legal Side of Surrogacy – Considerations in 2020 01.12.2020 41:02

T h inking of welcoming a baby using gestational surrogacy? 2020 has been a year unlike any other, which means there are new surrogacy considerations to think about. 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, Sharna Cáceres, an attorney who focuses...

Ep 40: “Stay Away from Dr. Google” – Where to Find Solid Fertility Info 26.11.2020 25:34

Have you ever needlessly panicked after Googling a medical (or fertility) topic? If so, you know about the dangers of looking for medical information in the wrong places. 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 their favorite resources for fertility patients, inc...

Ep 39: “It’s a Sneaky Little Hormone” – Understanding Prolactin 17.11.2020 23:29

There are so many different reproductive hormones that it can be hard to keep track of them all. Today, the Fertility Docs are talking about prolactin. 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 you need to know about this “sensitive” and “sneaky” hormone. Lear...

Ep 38: Making Pregnancy Possible with Genetic Testing – All about PGT-A 10.11.2020 24:31

Did you know that genetic testing can make in vitro fertilization (IVF) more successful? Today, we’re discussing one of these tests: preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy (PGT-A). 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 speak with special guest, Amy Jones, the s...

Ep. 37: Don’t Forget About the Guys – All About Male Infertility 05.11.2020 31:35

Infertility isn’t just a woman’s problem. In fact, male issues contribute to fertility struggles more often than you may think. 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 speak with Dr. Chris Schrepferman, a Louisville urologist with specialized training in male infertility...

Ep 36: “It’s the Vagina Monologues” – All About Vaginal Abnormalities 27.10.2020 26:35

D i d you know that it’s possible to have two vaginas? It’s true, and it’s just one of the so-called vaginal abnormalities that women can have. 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 different types of vaginal abnormalities, why they occur, what types of tre...