This episode is short and sweet! We are in a bit of disarray (especially me) after all the snow we have gotten, but we had to make sure you got your FFIF fix this week. We discuss random acts of kindness we have experienced in our amazing community lately and answer two community questions, one about dealing with treatments at work and the other about recoveries for various infertility procedures including D&Cs, laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, transfers and retrievals.  

On this episode Alex and I talk about a lot of random shit. Quarantine date nights, our favorite Valentine's Day treats, favorite pizza toppings, and our preferred Dunkaroo icing flavors (how is that for specific)?! We also answer a ton of questions about infertility including how to get your partner on board with IVF, how to stay positive when you get a positive beta after you've experienced loss and more.

On today's episode Alex and I talk about how our bodies and bad habits are what's bothering us. We answer several questions submitted by you, both fertility and non-fertility related. Sex during treatments, our go-to supplements, what we'd do if we hung out IRL, our preference on sea or space, and much more. It's a mixed bag in this episode and we are all about it. If we didn't get to your question this we, we promise we will next episode!

You guys LOVE episodes with fertility doctors so I am PUMPED to bring you my interview with Dr. Roohi Jeelani. Roohi is a RE at VIOS Fertility Institute in Chicago. She is a big voice on social media, sharing both insight into her personal and professional life. What makes Roohi extra special is she is a fertility patient herself. At the time of this interview, she is gearing up for an embryo transfer. We talk about her personal journey and then she rapid fire answers questions submitted by YOU!

In this episode, Alex and I debate whether or not to wear panties/thongs with leggings. Who knew this question from a listener would create such a hilarious and involved convo?! We also discuss when we exercise throughout treatment, talk about our beloved Peloton app/bike, and a smattering of other relatable fertility-related topics. Oh! And let me not forget the guest appearance from Scotch.

On this episode I bring back my girl, Candace Van Wade aka @operationbabybump, creator of Loss Lovey (@losslovey), & host of The Infertili-TEA Podcast to tell the story of her new business baby. Don't worry, for those who follow Candace, we definitely talk about her rainbow baby Hazel some too. Candace is one of the most passionate, empathetic, & hilarious women I know. Her love for our infertility community has no doubt helped me through some of my dark days & I hope she does the...

Today we talk about Alex's yeast saga, her at home remedies and diet restrictions. We also discuss what NOT to say to people who have experienced loss of any kind. We talk about our husbands' passive aggressive comments about our wine/Claw consumption and discuss FFIF merch and future group spin socials!

On this episode, I give some advice on what to ask at your IVF consultation. Whether this is your very first consult, your 4th WTF consult (I have been there), or your second/third/fourth opinion (I have been there too), this episode will be your friend. These are all of the questions I wish I had asked along the way. They are a collection of my mistakes, best practices I have learned and advice I have gotten from other warriors and physicians. I hope it helps!

On this episode I put my podcast editing skills to the test with a surprise intro! We talk about Alex's non-vaginal yeast infection and COVID test as well as our tendency in the infertility community to be extremely superstitious and paranoid. We also play a fun game, "weirdest shit you've Googled this week" and invite you to join us for a FFIF Peloton ride! 

After our NYE episode with Cori & Kaylee, Alex & I contemplate what our show's rating would be. We talk about how we screw up of medication doses, what is bothering us, Alex's latest test results, my recent appointment and more!

Jenna is an amazing Rae Dunn addicted doctor-to-be pursuing IVF to start her family. With a diagnosis of PCOS and empty follicle syndrome, it is has proven to be an uphill battle. Jenna shares about what her and her husband have been through up until this point including a miscarriage a week before their wedding and a failed IVF cycle. Jenna is a glass half full kind of gal, sharing the lessons she has learned every step of the way. 

I can only describe this episode as, "for mature audiences only with a crass sense of humor." We had a blast shooting the shit, telling stories, and laughing our assess off. We hope it has the same effect on you!

In this episode, I list the top 10 most downloaded podcast episodes in 2020 and share what is coming in 2021! see the expanded show notes for links to each episode mentioned.

Alex and I tell some funny stories, we discuss "the post" that shook the infertility world, and catch you up on the latest with Alex's journey towards surrogacy.

Alex discusses her second surrogacy agency consult & her convo with a Canadian surrogate. We get into a long conversation about how nothing ever goes according to plan with infertility. Surprise cycle cancellations, uncooperative bodies, weird test results - we have experienced it all. We tend to always fall in that special 1% of people that weird shit happens to. If you feel like infertility is kicking your ass & want to laugh about uterine biopsies, we got you!

In this episode I chat with Cori & Kaylee, the co-hosts of The Angry Infertiles podcast. I ask hard questions RE toxic positivity, firing your doctor, & infertility during the holidays. If you know these two, you bet your ass we cover plenty of inappropriate topics & drop plenty of f-bombs. These two live & die by keeping it real & I respect the hell out of that. They have created a space for people to feel ok being angry about infertility - there isn't always time for the...

On today's episode we laugh a lot! We talk about the postal service, penises (yes, that is the plural form of penis, we checked), fundraising, pregnancy announcements & so much more!

I have become so invested in Brooke's journey on Instagram. The way she shares it, the relatable things she sheds light on, and her candidness are things we can all appreciate. I have watched her account go from one about her home to one where she discusses hard topics, blasts stigmas, and says things others think but don't say. I admire what she is doing and asked her to come on and talk about the evolution of her journey.

On today's episode Alex and I explain why we often get mistaken as men, Alex's latest procedures and appointments that include her triple uterine biopsy and surrogacy consult, and all about what triggers infertile during the holidays. 

What is the deal with idolizing celebs in the infertility community, anyway? I give my (perhaps unpopular) opinion on this. We dive deep into what is next for Alex on her journey and also discuss our normal random topics such as our Black Friday finds and more!

In this episode, I chat with Emma Belle (@emmakbelle) -- infertility warrior, mental health & trauma mentor & podcast host living in Dubai. Emma suffered an incredible loss a few short weeks ago that resulted from making an extremely hard decision to terminate her pregnancy for medical reasons. She gets into every detail, sharing her journey that lead to her pregnancy & her baby's diagnosis. She also sheds light on living with mental illness & how it inspired her coaching...

Dr. Alyssa Snider is the director of genetic counseling at IGENOMIX. She turned what was a career in the lab into a career working with patient to navigate the difficulties of IVF as a genetic counselor. Her knowledge in both the lab and working with patients made for an incredible episode. She answers all of the Q's submitted by all of you listeners/followers plus many many more!

Alex & I are back and just as nutty as ever! On this episode we talk about Alex's recent failed cycle and all the things that f*****g suck about failed transfers. We give advice on how to move forward and also just acknowledge it blows. We come up with some rather creative ways to fundraise for treatments and go off on more tangents than you could ever wish for.

In October I asked you all on Instagram, "How Can I Help?" This episode is an attempt to answer many of the questions I got answered on that post. The questions cover a wide array of topics so it jumps around quite a bit. I hope it helps! Disclaimer - I am not a doctor - my answers are based on personal experience and my research. Love y'all!

Endometriosis is a part of infertility that is so interesting to me, but that I don't know much about. I am so excited to bring you this episode with April Christina because she is not only a blast, but so knowledgeable on the subject. Having dealt with endo most of her life, she sheds light on how to find the right doctor, excision versus ablation, and how it is currently affecting her fertility.