EP91: Teri's story: Childfree not by choice - I'm living a full and intentional life!

EP95: Cutting through the noise of fertility misinformation with Dr. Lucky Sekhon

Today we welcome Dr. Lucky Sekhon to our show! We talk about navigating the overwhelming amount of fertility misinformation with a focus on social media and what to look for in credible sources. Dr. Lucky Sekhon is a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist, infertility specialist, and OBGYN. Author of the National Bestselling fertility guide book, The Lucky Egg. Dr. Lucky  is widely recognized for her expertise in all things reproductive medicine. Through her clinical practice, research, and active online presence, she educates and advocates to close the fertility knowledge gap. She co-hosts Call Your Doctor, a podcast for all things women’s health, from puberty to menopause. Dr. Lucky is also a regular contributor for Today Show & NBC News and has been featured in the NY Times, 60 Minutes, Vogue and more. Connect with Dr. Lucky: Instagram @lucky.sekhon [https://www.instagram.com/lucky.sekhon] YouTube @lucky.sekhon [https://www.youtube.com/@lucky.sekhon] TikTok @drluckyegg [https://www.tiktok.com/@drluckyegg] Order The Lucky Egg here: https://static.macmillan.com/static/smp/lucky-egg-9781250408716/ [https://static.macmillan.com/static/smp/lucky-egg-9781250408716/]  Follow us on Instagram @myfertilitypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/myfertilitypodcast/], YouTube @MyFertilityPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@MyFertilityPodcast], or reach out to us at info@myfertilitypodcast.com [info@myfertilitypodcast.com] Visit Markham Fertility Centre at markhamfertility.com [https://markhamfertility.com?utm_source=MyFertilityPodcast&utm_medium=episode&utm_campaign=podcast]

EP94: IVF Part 5: Is IVF painful? Is egg retrieval painful?

Happy Tuesday! Today we continue our IVF series by answering your question: Is IVF painful? Know that there are sedation protocols available that can actually make most patients, if not all patients, very comfortable. It would break our hearts to know that you couldn't continue your IVF journey simply because the pain of the egg retrieval was a barrier. You may also be interested in: EP14: IVF Part 1: Let's talk about IVF EP20: IVF Part 2: Risks related to the egg producer, procedure, pregnancy & baby EP54: IVF Part 3: IVF add-ons/adjuvant therapies to improve egg quality and embryo quality EP58: IVF Part 4: Low dose IVF or mini IVF, is it right for you? Follow us on Instagram @myfertilitypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/myfertilitypodcast/], YouTube @MyFertilityPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@MyFertilityPodcast], or reach out to us at info@myfertilitypodcast.com [info@myfertilitypodcast.com] Visit Markham Fertility Centre at markhamfertility.com [https://markhamfertility.com?utm_source=MyFertilityPodcast&utm_medium=episode&utm_campaign=podcast]

EP93: Sean's story: The path from infertility to Father's Day

Today we welcome Sean and Brittany to our show. Sean is a Civil Engineer, husband and father of two, who has first-hand experience navigating male factor infertility. As Father's Day is quickly approaching, we wanted to make sure that we hold space and bring awareness to what is often the other half of the equation; the men navigating fertility and the fertility journey. We did have Brittany on our show previously on EP90 for Mother's Day, where we talked about partner support, single mothers by choice, and the fertility journey. Men's Fertility Support Resources: - Oasis Fertility Support Network Men's group: https://oasisfsn.com/pages/mens-support-group [https://oasisfsn.com/pages/mens-support-group]  - Support groups you may find on social media platforms, in your region Follow us on Instagram @myfertilitypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/myfertilitypodcast/], YouTube @MyFertilityPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@MyFertilityPodcast], or reach out to us at info@myfertilitypodcast.com [info@myfertilitypodcast.com] Visit Markham Fertility Centre at markhamfertility.com [https://markhamfertility.com?utm_source=MyFertilityPodcast&utm_medium=episode&utm_campaign=podcast]

EP92: Reproductive immunology Part 4, Cytokines Part 2: Treatment options for elevated cytokines (Intralipids, Steroids, TNF Alpha Inhibitors, IVIG, Tacrolimus & Hydroxychloroquine)

Today we get into the nitty gritty of treatments for elevated cytokines. This is Part 2 in our series on the topic of cytokines. This episode covers: Intralipids, Steroids, TNF Alpha Inhibitors, IVIG, Tacrolimus and Hydroxychloroquine. We include data and studies as well as our approach when speaking to patients about treatment options.  You may also be interested in: EP78: Reproductive immunology Part 1: Testing and treatments  EP83: Reproductive immunology Part 2: LAD & LIT (Leukocyte Antibody Detection & Lymphocyte Immunization Therapy) EP87: Reproductive immunology Part 3, Cytokines Part 1: What are cytokines? And who should be testing? Follow us on Instagram @myfertilitypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/myfertilitypodcast/], YouTube @MyFertilityPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@MyFertilityPodcast], or reach out to us at info@myfertilitypodcast.com [info@myfertilitypodcast.com] Visit Markham Fertility Centre at markhamfertility.com [https://markhamfertility.com?utm_source=MyFertilityPodcast&utm_medium=episode&utm_campaign=podcast]

EP91: Teri's story: Childfree not by choice - I'm living a full and intentional life!

Today we welcome Teri Hart to our show! Teri openly shares with us her fertility journey, reflections and what it is like at present day to be childfree not by choice - living a full and intentional life.  About Teri: With over 30 years of broadcasting experience, Teri is one of Canada's most recognized and sought after media personalities, a multi-talented host, interviewer, critic, and producer, and now podcaster. Terry is the host, creator and executive producer of The Heart of it All, a podcast about the realities of caregiving, which launch in 2025. Connect with Teri Hart: Instagram @terihart [https://www.instagram.com/terihart/] The Hart of it All Podcast @thehartofitallpod [https://www.instagram.com/thehartofitallpod/] Follow us on Instagram @myfertilitypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/myfertilitypodcast/], YouTube @MyFertilityPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@MyFertilityPodcast], or reach out to us at info@myfertilitypodcast.com [info@myfertilitypodcast.com] Visit Markham Fertility Centre at markhamfertility.com [https://markhamfertility.com?utm_source=MyFertilityPodcast&utm_medium=episode&utm_campaign=podcast]