Heart to Heart Fertility Podcast with Dr. Luk

#Fertility #Infertility #IVF #EggFreezing #TTC #FertilityPodcast #LowAMH #DiminishedOvarianReserve #MiniIVF #OvarianPRP #CHLOE #HeartToHeart 0:00 Welcome & Introductions0:46 Kyla's fertility journey at 44: career, love, and fertility testing4:15 Being rejected for low AMH6:31 Diminished ovarian reserve and changing clinic bias6:13 Why some clinics turn away low AMH & DOR patients10:03...

In this episode of the Heart to Heart Fertility Podcast, Dr. Janelle Luk is joined by Dr. Alicia Broussard, Laboratory Director at Generation Next Fertility. Dr. Broussard shares her incredible origin story, growing up on a beef farm in Indiana and working with embryos long before entering the world of human IVF. Together, they discuss how the lab and clinical teams collaborate daily to guide pati...

In this emotional and inspiring episode of the Heart to Heart Fertility Podcast, Dr. Janelle Luk sits down with her former patient, Nikki, to explore her long and deeply personal journey navigating unexplained infertility and IVF.Nikki candidly shares how her path unfolded over many years, during a time when fertility treatments and testing were rapidly evolving. This conversation shines a light o...

In this episode of the Heart to Heart Fertility Podcast, Dr. Janelle Luk is joined by Lisa Schuman, LCSW, founder of The Center for Family Building, for a thoughtful and compassionate conversation about the emotional realities of fertility treatment. Together, they explore how stress, anxiety, loss of control, and uncertainty can show up at different stages of the fertility journey: whether it’s a...

Pregnancy can be life-changing — but for Sandra, it could have been life-threatening. Born with a congenital heart defect, she was told carrying a baby could put both her life and her child’s at risk. In this powerful episode of the Heart to Heart Fertility Podcast, Dr. Janelle Luk sits down with Sandra to share her extraordinary eight-year journey through IVF, surrogacy, and the courage it took t...

Navigating fertility treatment can feel overwhelming, lonely, and unpredictable, especially when perimenopause and diminished ovarian reserve become part of the journey. In this heartfelt episode of the Heart to Heart Fertility Podcast, Dr. Janelle Luk sits down with Sarah, a chef and nutritionist who has spent the last two years cycling at Generation Next Fertility under the care of Dr. NejatSara...

Navigating fertility treatment can feel overwhelming, isolating, and at times, heartbreaking. In this powerful episode of the Heart to Heart Fertility Podcast, Dr. Janelle Luk sits down with Loren, a former patient who courageously shares her real-life journey through recurrent pregnancy loss, multiple IVF cycles, and ultimately, the path to parenthood through donor egg IVF.Loren's story is on...

In this powerful episode of Heart to Heart, Dr. Janelle Luk is joined by her longtime patient Cathia, whose decade-long journey through infertility, PCOS, and IVF led to the birth of two beautiful daughters. Cathia opens up about the struggles of having no periods due to PCOS, early setbacks with natural treatments, and the emotional toll of recurrent miscarriages. Through resilience, hope, and ev...

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women, yet the average delay in diagnosis is 9-10 years. Too often, patients are told their pain is "normal"—but it’s not. In this special Endometriosis Awareness Month episode of the Heart to Heart Fertility Podcast, Dr. Janelle Luk and Dr. Serin Seckin break down the impact of endo on fertility, why early awareness matters, and what patients can do to take...

In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Luk reconnects with Cortney, one of her earliest IVF patients, to reflect on an unforgettable 12-year journey. From the challenges of infertility to the triumph of becoming a parent through an egg donor, Cortney shares her heartfelt story of resilience, determination, and love. Join Dr. Luk and Cortney as they discuss: - How Cortney and Dr. Luk reconnected after...

In this inspiring episode of the Heart to Heart with Dr. Luk podcast, host Dr. Janelle Luk welcomes Dr. Jesse Hade, Director of Third Party Reproduction at Generation Next Fertility, and patient Kelli to share a remarkable journey through the challenges and breakthroughs of infertility treatment. Kelli bravely recounts her experience of discovering a diminished ovarian reserve and navigating a ser...

In this emotional and inspiring episode, Dr. Luk welcomes her former patient, Brooke, to share her incredible journey through IVF and autoimmune challenges. After years of facing fertility struggles and a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis at 36, Brooke’s story is one of resilience, determination, and hope. Join Dr. Luk and Brooke as they discuss: - Brooke's journey with rheumatoid arthritis an...

In this captivating episode of the "Heart to Heart with Dr. Luk" podcast, host Dr. Luk and her guest, Kate, embark on a profound journey through the trials and triumphs of infertility. Their story begins in 2015, at the dawn of Dr. Luk's innovative career in fertility treatment. Kate shares her personal struggle with conceiving and the emotional rollercoaster that followed. Their con...

Join host Dr. Janelle Luk as she welcomes special guest and Generation Next Fertility's Third Party Reproduction Director, Dr. Jesse Hade! Tune in for an insightful discussion on the history of Assisted Reproductive Techniques (ART), fertility medicine, and what innovative technologies are in store for the future!

Join host Dr. Janelle Luk as she welcomes special guest and Generation Next Fertility co-founder, Dr. Edward Nejat! Tune in to listen to the story of how the practice was founded and why they're so inspired to make a difference in reproductive medicine.

Join host Dr. Janelle Luk as she welcomes special guest and former patient, Ruby! Cycling overseas may be tough but join Ruby's journey as she describes what it was like cycling while travelling to multiple countries.

Join host Dr. Janelle Luk as she welcomes special guest and former patient, Dr. Christina Berdebes. From the initial struggles to the pivotal decision-making moments, Christina's journey is a testament to the power of intuition and advocating for yourself in the face of adversity.

Join host Dr. Janelle Luk as she welcomes special guest and former patient, Puja Seth. This Heart to Heart reveals Puja's very heart-tugging story of what it means to persevere in her fertility journey and what it was like to cycle with Dr. Luk during the pandemic. A very special thanks to our guest, Puja Seth, for sharing this Heart to Heart with us. If anyone has questions for Puja, please m...

Join host Dr. Janelle Luk for a conversation her past mentor Dr. Pinar Kodaman, an assistant professor of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Luk and Kodaman discuss their experiences of being women with families in medicine. How does becoming a parent affect your ability to have a fulfilling career? . . . . . . . . . .  Welcome to 'Heart to Heart,&...

Join host Dr. Janelle Luk for a conversation with Dana, a single woman who started her journey towards motherhood at the age of 40. Dana discusses her experience of using a sperm donor and having failures at multiple centers. How does not having a partner affect the difficulty of a fertility journey? . . . . . . . . . .  Welcome to 'Heart to Heart,' the podcast hosted by renowned Fertility...

Join host Dr. Janelle Luk as she has a conversation with Ann, a patient who began her fertility journey at the age of 43. Ann discusses her experiences at multiple centers and shares tips for self-advocacy. How much does age itself really affect your odds of getting pregnant? . . . . . . . . . .  Welcome to 'Heart to Heart,' the podcast hosted by renowned Fertility Doctor and founder of Ge...

Join host Dr. Janelle Luk as she has a conversation with Kaitlyn, a patient who struggled with unexplained tubal blockage while still very young. Kaitlyn discusses the difficulty of IVF treatment after a successful pregnancy and the stigma that comes with it. How can your stress affect your fertility journey and results? . . . . . . . . . .  Welcome to 'Heart to Heart,' the podcast hosted...

Join host Dr. Janelle Luk as she has a conversation with Mary, one of her toughest cases. Having had multiple failed cycles at many well known centers, Mary shares what she wishes she knew before she started her fertility journey. How does the doctor you choose affect the possibility of you getting pregnant? . . . . . . . . . . Welcome to 'Heart to Heart,' the podcast hosted by renowned Fe...