From First Period To Last Period

What is a Hysterosalpingogram (HSG), and what can it tell you about your fertility? What about a Hysteroscopy? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn Hodgdon and Dr. Nicole Yoder, a Fertility Specialist at Spring Fertility in New York City, explore the various diagnostic tests for infertility — from Genetic Carrier Screening to Saline Sonogram — and how they can help...

So you've been trying to get pregnant for a year with no luck. Now what? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn Hodgdon and Dr. Nicole Yoder, a Fertility Specialist at Spring Fertility in New York City, explore what to do when you’re trying to conceive and feel like nothing is working. From when to seek the help of a fertility specialist to red flags that indicate...

Dear (In)Fertility Season 6 is coming soon! This time, join Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn Hodgdon and Dr. Nicole Yoder, a Fertility Specialist at Spring Fertility in NYC, as they explore what to do when you’re trying to conceive and feel like nothing is working. From when to seek the help of a fertility specialist to what questions to ask when IVF fails, this season will address all things “fertil...

Vaginal discomfort is one of the leading reasons women seek healthcare advice, and over 90% of these cases can be attributed to imbalances in the vaginal microbiome. Not only that, an imbalanced vaginal microbiome is associated with infertility, pregnancy complications, STIs, and more. So, why is it still such a mystery? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kristyn sits down with Priyanka Jain,...

There’s no denying women have more frequent and complex health needs than men. From menstruating every month to dealing with UTIs, there’s a lot going on, and with so much misinformation out there it can feel overwhelming, to say the least. In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kristyn sits down with Nurse Suzie Devine, Founder of Binto , to discuss how women can navigate their healthcare in a wa...

Whether it's due to increased stress levels, health problems, financial struggles, or fertility challenges, a dysregulated nervous system can take a toll on your overall well-being. In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kristyn sits down with Registered Dietitian Anna Bohnengel to discuss how your nervous system can become unbalanced, signs to look out for, and actionable tips to help reinsta...

We know that consistent, quality sleep supports hormone regulation and promotes physical and mental wellness in women. But how much sleep should you actually be getting each night, and what should you do when insomnia strikes? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kristyn sits down with Board-Certified Physician & Certified Sleep Specialist Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell to discuss why 'beauty...

From being told, "At least it was early" following a miscarriage to "You can always try again" after a failed cycle, positive thinking has been packaged and sold as the cure to all of life's problems. But more often than not, these platitudes shame us and others into feeling like we have to have it all together all of the time . In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kristy...

Did you know that the pelvic floor is responsible for supporting and stabilizing all of our pelvic organs (including the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries), and a weak pelvic floor can impact everything from sexual function to regular bowel movements? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kristyn sits down with pelvic floor physical therapist Alyssa Hariprashad to discuss why you should start...

When it comes to how to nourish your body for optimal fertility, it can often feel like information overload. In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kristyn sits down with Macy Coleman, Registered Dietitian and Founder of Well Women Nutrition to discuss small changes you can make to your daily routine that can have a big impact on your reproductive and hormonal health — and it's not just limit...

From increased blood flow to reduced stress, acupuncture is a common practice among women who are trying, and struggling, to conceive — but can it really help improve fertility? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kristyn dives into the many benefits of acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine as it relates to women's reproductive and hormonal health with Dr. Christina Burns ⁠⁠, founder...

We know that regular exercise has many benefits when it comes to women's reproductive and hormonal health — but how much is too much? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kristyn dives into all things movement and exercise with Jourdan Baldwin and Niccole Hendrickson, Owners of KALO Fitness ⁠ . From the importance of strength training for women's health to listening to your body in times...

80% of women will suffer from a hormonal imbalance in their lifetime. In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kristyn dives into the practice of cycle syncing with the inimitable Alisa Vitti , functional nutritionist, hormone expert, and founder of Flo Living . From what the color of your period blood can tell you to practical tips for aligning your lifestyle choices with your menstrual cycle, we h...

Created by Rescripted , Dear (In)Fertility is the first-ever podcast that doubles as an advice column for all things fertility and women's health. This season, join Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn Hodgdon as she – along with a variety of women’s health experts – explores holistic approaches to our reproductive, hormonal, sexual, mental, and overall health and wellness while navigating her own fe...

Kaillie Humphries is a Canadian-American bobsledder who has won three Olympic gold medals, one Olympic bronze medal, and five world championships. In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kaillie shares the challenges and triumphs of going through IVF as a competitive female athlete. Brought to you by Kindbody . To learn more and to join Rescripted’s free fertility support community, head to Rescrip...

Internationally recognized as “Sarah Herron from The Bachelor,” to the fertility community Sarah is better known for her adventurous and vulnerable Instagram posts. At the time of this recording, Sarah was pregnant with her IVF miracle, Oliver Brown, who was born on January 28, 2023, at 24 weeks, and passed away shortly after. Sarah and her fiancé, Dylan, have given us permission to share this epi...

Sammy Previte is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Certified Personal Trainer,  Founder of Find Food Freedom®, and co-host of the What The Actual Fork™ Podcast. In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, she chats with Kristyn about her difficult IVF journey and her mission of helping humans make peace with food and their body. Brought to you by Kindbody . To learn mor...

Bachelor alum and Realtor Caroline Lunny has spent nearly two years dedicated to her egg-freezing journey, and now she’s sharing everything she’s learned to help other women who may not even know they’re in the same situation. Brought to you by Kindbody . To learn more and to join Rescripted’s free fertility support community, head to Rescripted.com .

In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, CNN Entertainment Reporter Chloe Melas shares it all: from an unplanned pregnancy in her 20s to her husband Brian's male factor infertility diagnosis. After ultimately having success with IVF, she and Brian now dedicate their time to raising awareness for other families on their own journeys. Brought to you by Kindbody . To learn more and to join Rescripted’s...

In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Bethany Meyers, Founder & CEO of the be.come project , joins Kristyn for an open and honest conversation about infertility, pregnancy loss, feel-good movement, and body neutrality on the path to parenthood. Brought to you by Kindbody . To learn more and to join Rescripted’s free fertility support community, head to Rescripted.com . 

In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, NBC News White House Correspondent & "Weekend Today" anchor Kristen Welker shares her experience navigating infertility, balancing her high-stakes job at the White House with IVF, grieving her ability to carry a pregnancy, and ultimately becoming a parent to her daughter, Margot Lane, via surrogacy. Brought to you by Kindbody . To learn more and to join R...

Welcome back to Dear (In)Fertility! This season, we’re going back to our roots, highlighting *real* and unfiltered fertility stories from those who have been there – through IVF, egg freezing, donor conception, surrogacy, and more. In this episode, join Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn Hodgdon and Paralympic Gold Medal Swimmer & Author Mallory Weggemann for a conversation on male factor infertili...

Dear (In)Fertility Season 4 is almost here, and this time we’re going back to our roots, sharing the real and unfiltered fertility stories of those who have been there – through IVF, egg freezing, donor conception, surrogacy, and more. From Weekend Today anchor & NBC News White House Correspondent Kristen Welker to Paralympic Gold Medalist & Author Mallory Weggemann, this season we’re high...

Believe it or not, sexual health can impact your physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being. In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn Hodgdon and board-certified OBGYN Dr. Staci Tanouye discuss the orgasm gap, how to increase libido, the difference between arousal and desire, painful sex, period sex, and much more. To learn more about Rescripted and to join our...

Vulva vs. Vagina: What's the difference? Are feminine hygiene products safe to use? Why do yeast infections happen? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn Hodgdon and board-certified OBGYN Dr. Staci Tanouye discuss vulvovaginal health, and it's chock full of things you might not know about what goes on "down there." To learn more about Rescripted and to join our...