Is Egg Freezing the Key to Your Fertility Future?
11/24/24 • 52 min
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In this podcast episode, Beth and Dr. Brauer, a reproductive endocrinologist, delve into the emotional and practical aspects of fertility, focusing on egg freezing and embryo creation. Beth shares personal experiences, while Anate discusses her thoughts on family planning. Dr. Brauer, provides expert insights into the technicalities of egg freezing, embryo grading, and genetic testing. The conversation highlights the importance of choosing reputable facilities, understanding success rates, and the emotional challenges of fertility treatments. This episode emphasizes patient advocacy, personalized care, and the significance of open communication between patients and healthcare providers.
We Also Talk About:
- Emotional and practical aspects of fertility treatments
- Personal experiences related to fertility and egg freezing
- Importance of understanding the egg freezing process
- Historical context and evolution of egg freezing techniques
- Considerations for selecting a reputable fertility center
- Methods of fertilization and embryo creation from frozen eggs
- Embryo grading and its significance in fertility success
- Genetic testing for embryos and its implications
- Different methods of embryo transfer and their effectiveness
- Importance of open communication and patient advocacy in fertility journeys
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In this podcast episode, Beth and Dr. Brauer, a reproductive endocrinologist, delve into the emotional and practical aspects of fertility, focusing on egg freezing and embryo creation. Beth shares personal experiences, while Anate discusses her thoughts on family planning. Dr. Brauer, provides expert insights into the technicalities of egg freezing, embryo grading, and genetic testing. The conversation highlights the importance of choosing reputable facilities, understanding success rates, and the emotional challenges of fertility treatments. This episode emphasizes patient advocacy, personalized care, and the significance of open communication between patients and healthcare providers.
We Also Talk About:
- Emotional and practical aspects of fertility treatments
- Personal experiences related to fertility and egg freezing
- Importance of understanding the egg freezing process
- Historical context and evolution of egg freezing techniques
- Considerations for selecting a reputable fertility center
- Methods of fertilization and embryo creation from frozen eggs
- Embryo grading and its significance in fertility success
- Genetic testing for embryos and its implications
- Different methods of embryo transfer and their effectiveness
- Importance of open communication and patient advocacy in fertility journeys
Resources
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Subscribe on Apple Podcasts
- Subscribe on Spotify
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow on TikTok
- Follow on Pinterest
- Therapy Support Website
Affiliate Links:
Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com
Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com
Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com
Kuli Kali - Pure Mooring Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com
Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com
Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com
MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed’s products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC
Meet Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order
Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com
Previous Episode
The Pursuit of Happiness: Comedy Over Convention
1 RecommendationsIn this episode, Beth sits down with comedian and podcast host Erica Spera for an engaging conversation about breaking away from the traditional path to follow her passion. Erica dives into her journey from a stable career in dentistry to the unpredictable world of stand-up comedy, sharing the ups and downs and societal expectations she had to confront along the way. Together, they explore topics like prioritizing mental health, finding happiness, and the power of outsourcing to stay focused on creative goals. Erica also opens up about her choice to freeze her eggs and the pressures women face in balancing career ambitions with personal milestones. The episode wraps up with Erica’s candid dating advice and a powerful message on the importance of forging your own path.
We Also Talk About:
- Erica's career transition from a traditional job to full-time comedy and podcasting.
- The challenges and societal expectations surrounding unconventional career choices.
- The importance of mental health and happiness in professional life.
- Strategies for outsourcing tasks to focus on creative work.
- The pressures women face in balancing career ambitions with personal life and family planning.
- Erica's background and initial pursuit of a career in dentistry due to family expectations.
- The impact of societal timelines on personal and professional decisions.
- The egg freezing process and its implications for women's fertility and family planning.
- The financial and emotional considerations surrounding fertility treatments.
- The evolving conversation around women's roles and expectations in relationships and parenting.
Resources
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Subscribe on Apple Podcasts
- Subscribe on Spotify
- Follow on Instagram
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- Therapy Support Website
Affiliate Links:
Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com
Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com
Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com
Kuli Kali - Pure Mooring Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com
Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com
Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com
MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed’s products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC
Meet Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order
Next Episode
Why More Women Are Choosing Egg Freezing
Beth welcomes back recurring guest Lauren Larkin for an honest, heartfelt discussion on the emotional and psychological journey of egg freezing. Lauren opens up about her personal experience, sharing the importance of mindset, navigating scarcity vs. abundance, and managing the physical demands of the process. Together, they delve into societal pressures surrounding fertility, the essential role of a supportive network, and how to stay present and grounded in each life phase. With a focus on shifting mindsets to embrace life’s uncertainties, this conversation offers valuable insights and support for anyone considering or currently experiencing the egg-freezing journey.
We Also Talk About:
- The journey of egg freezing and personal experiences related to it.
- Emotional and psychological aspects of the egg freezing process.
- Importance of mindset: contrasting scarcity vs. abundance.
- Societal narratives and expectations surrounding fertility and motherhood.
- The significance of having a supportive network during personal challenges.
- The impact of control and the challenges of letting go during the process.
- Physical challenges and unexpected outcomes during and after egg freezing.
- The role of vulnerability and openness in seeking support from others.
- Navigating anxiety and uncertainty throughout the egg freezing journey.
- The power of belief and envisioning a positive future beyond current circumstances.
Resources
- Subscribe on YouTube
- Subscribe on Apple Podcasts
- Subscribe on Spotify
- Follow on Instagram
- Follow on TikTok
- Follow on Pinterest
- Therapy Support Website
Affiliate Links:
Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com
Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com
Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com
Kuli Kali - Pure Mooring Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com
Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com
Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com
MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed’s products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC
Meet Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order
Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com
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