There are so many factors as to why someone would take the IVF path, and so many factors in the process itself. So today’s episode is all about In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)- why people choose it, what the process involves, and how to prepare the body and mind for that process. We’ll also debunk common IVF myths, explore what to expect along the way, and shed light on so much more.
Joining me today on Yoga|Birth|Babies is Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh, a fertility specialist in San Ramon, CA. Dr. Aimee earned her medical degree from UCLA, completed her OB-GYN residency at Harvard, and holds a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, as well as a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Michigan. A fellow of ACOG, she remains active in fertility research.
Dr. Aimee is also the host of the top-rated podcast The Egg Whisperer Show- and a mother of four! I’m thrilled to welcome her to share her expertise on the world of IVF.
In this episode, you will learn:
- About Dr. Aimee and what led her to specialize in fertility and IVF
- The first steps to take when considering IVF
- What kinds of tests that patients should expect during the early stages of IVF preparation
- How to know if IVF is the right next step, compared to other fertility treatments
- What individuals or couples can do to physically prepare their bodies for IVF
- How you can stay organized and advocate for themselves throughout the IVF process
- What to know about the side effects of IVF medications
- The most common misconceptions Dr. Aimee hears from patients starting IVF, and what she wishes more people knew
- How Dr. Aimee helps patients make decisions around embryo testing, freezing, and transfer strategies
- One final tip or piece of advice Dr. Aimee would like to offer new and expectant parents
- Where you can find her work
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About Dr. Aimee:
As the ultimate “approachable expert”, Dr. Aimee is the star of the #1 rated fertility podcast, The Egg Whisperer Show, with over 3 million downloads. Using her signature warmth and humor, she hosts The Egg Whisperer School and demystifies complex fertility topics like egg freezing and IVF.
As a practicing fertility doctor in San Ramon, CA, Dr. Aimee consistently tops patient review sites- FertilityIQ, Yelp, and Google. She’s known for delivering results, especially among women over 35, with nearly a third of her patients traveling from out of town.
Dr. Aimee graduated from UCLA School of Medicine and completed her residency in OB-GYN at Harvard Medical School. She also completed a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility and holds a Master’s in Public Health Management and Policy from the University of Michigan.
Resources:
Egg Calculator – https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/3937/bwh-egg-freezing-counseling-tool-efct
Connect with Dr. Aimee:
Websites:
https://www.draimee.org/
https://eggwhisperer.com/
Instagram: @eggwhisperer
Check out similar Yoga| Birth| Babies episodes:
- The History, Science and Technology Behind IVF with Dr. Donna Drucker
- Infertility with Dr. Brahma of Prelude Fertility
- Fertility, Pregnancy, Motherhood and Stress with Dr. Alice Domar
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