Ep 181: We Don't Negotiate with Terrorists

Ep 188:   Satiation & Satiety: Feeling Done Versus Staying Done

Have you ever wondered why some meals leave you full for hours, and others—poof!—have you hunting for snacks again before you’ve finished the dishes?   In the latest episode of the Weight Loss for Fertility podcast, we’re dishing out the skinny (pun intended) on satiation and satiety—the fancy terms for ideas that help us choose the right meal size for our bodies and determine how often we need to eat.   Satiation = Knowing When to Stop: This is what happens during a meal—the gentle “off switch” that tells us we’re satisfied and it’s time to put the fork down. On our hunger scale, this is the magical “+2” point.   Satiety = Comfortable Between Meals: Satiety describes how long you feel content after eating. The time from “+2” to “-2” (when hunger returns) depends on what we put on our plates. Whole foods, protein, and fiber keep us full and fueled longer.   I bet it won't surprise you to know that hormones have something to do with it all-- hunger-inhibiting hormones to be precise (yep, you have them for free, no prescription required!)   It's all in the latest episode of the Weight Loss for Fertility podcast   Links:   Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com [http://stephaniefeinmd.com]   -  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/StephanieFeinMD/]   -  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/stephaniefeinmd/]  -  LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniefeinmd/]

Ep 187:     Love, Finally: An Enthusiastic Book Recommendation

I’ve been waiting (impatiently) for this book to come out: Love, Finally: Untangling the Knot between Mothers, Daughters and Food by Geneen Roth.   The moment it did, I devoured it—no portion control needed! And I can't wait to tell you all about it.   Here’s what had me hollering “YES!” and scribbling notes furiously:   * Intuitive eating can only truly work if we have a healed relationship with our body. Otherwise, it’s like letting a toddler loose in a candy store and calling it “listening to your inner wisdom.” Healing first.   * Six steps to healing Geneen walks us through a process that’s like a loving detective mission into our emotional history, uncovering the childhood conclusions that drive our grown-up food fights.   * Nuanced forgiveness. The most impactful step is gently, bravely forgiving that sweet, young version of us who thought, even for a moment, that being ignored or criticized meant we were unlovable. That’s the real freedom.   When we untie these old knots, we have greater access to calm, compassion, connection—making raiding the pantry for potato chips at 9pm a thing of the past. Our bodies stop being the battleground, and start being the beloved homes they deserve to be.   So if you’re tired of that same old judgment loop every time you open the fridge, and you’re ready to swap drama for clarity and love, get this book. And—if you’d like a steady hand guiding you through your own untangling—come find me. That’s what I’m here for. Links:   Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com [http://stephaniefeinmd.com]   -  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/StephanieFeinMD/]   -  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/stephaniefeinmd/]  -  LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniefeinmd/]

Ep 186:     Overeating is Telling You Something – Listen for Weight Loss

Ever reach for the chip bag—knowing you want to stop, but somehow your hand has other ideas? 🙋‍♀️   Here’s the truth bomb from this week’s Weight Loss for Fertility episode:   Overeating is not a character flaw. It’s a message—and you absolutely deserve to decode it with compassion, not criticism. There are THREE game-changing takeaways you’ll discover when you tune in:   * How to shift from self-judgment (hello, beating ourselves up…) to curiosity—opening the door to freedom, change, and ease.   * The three “buckets” that nearly every overeat falls into: are you truly hungry, navigating tough emotions, or wrestling with the irresistible pull of processed foods?   * The practical (and loving) questions to ask about your overeating moments, so you can make small adjustments without soul-crushing blame.   Let’s ditch the guilt cycle and step into a kinder, more powerful relationship with ourselves—because, going through fertility stuff is hard enough. Your weight loss doesn't have to be 💕   Listen in now 💛 Links: Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com [http://stephaniefeinmd.com]   -  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/StephanieFeinMD/]   -  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/stephaniefeinmd/]  -  LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniefeinmd/]

Ep 184:     Food as Fuel 2.0.

In this episode of the Weight Loss for Fertility podcast, we’re exploring the science behind processed foods, dopamine, and satiety hormones, and how slowing down to notice your hunger can completely rewire your relationship with eating.   Instead of chasing dopamine spikes with snacks that leave us wanting more, we find real satisfaction and stability.   Here’s what you’ll want to listen for in this week’s episode of Weight Loss for Fertility podcast:   * Why processed foods turn us into bottomless snack monsters—and the science behind why stopping feels impossible (I'm looking at you, dopamine!).   * How to stop punishing yourself with restriction and lovingly tune into your body’s real signals (hello, hunger scale!).   * Where REAL food satisfaction (and steady energy) comes from —and why your brain and belly will thank you when you swap the guilt for listening with love.   The truth? Achieving lasting weight loss doesn’t require punishment or perfection. It’s about reconnecting with what truly feels good—before, during, and after meals—and trusting your sweet, wise self. Links:   Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com [http://stephaniefeinmd.com]   -  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/StephanieFeinMD/]   -  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/stephaniefeinmd/]  -  LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniefeinmd/]

Ep 183:    Insights from the OMA Conference 2026

Have I got a story for you—my experience at the Obesity Medicine conference in San Diego this year.   I'll get to the science-y good stuff below, but first: Imagine a room full of doctors ready to dive into the science of obesity, then suddenly, boom! A sonic boom interrupts the lecture and the entire room sprints outside in search of Artemis. It returned home! And we were in San Diego--ground (or should I say, ocean) zero.   Spoiler alert: nobody saw Artemis, but we all saw some major truths about obesity and weight loss.   Here’s what really stuck with me:   * They Walk the Talk. Not only was the food gorgeously prepared and labeled (hello, buffet where “what’s in this?” isn’t a mystery!), but the whole event was designed to make healthful choices a breeze. Two-minute waits, colorful veggies, and protein-forward snacks made this cooking-challenged gal swoon—and I didn’t have to lift a spatula.   * The Medication Buzz is Real. Most of the sessions focused on weight loss medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide, which work wonders for many, but they’re no magic bullet. Not everyone responds, there are GI side effects, and—super important for us—they must be stopped at least two months before trying to get pregnant or going through a transfer. The “long-term unknowns” still have me in cautious doctor-mode, especially with all the new pills and injections being developed.   * Skills Last—Drugs Don’t. Here’s my favorite part: the studies are clear that weekly support and behavioral work (think: cognitive behavioral theory work and learning to listen to your hunger) are the things that actually make weight loss and maintenance stick—regardless of whether you use meds. We can change our brains and habits, and that’s beautiful, lasting, and side-effect free.   So often, we want an easy fix—a medicine or a magic food. But lasting results mean learning to notice our thoughts and tune into our bodies--it's the closest thing we’ll ever get to our own owner’s manual.   Grab your headphones and give this week’s episode a listen. Links:   Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com [http://stephaniefeinmd.com]   -  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/StephanieFeinMD/]   -  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/stephaniefeinmd/]  -  LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniefeinmd/]