The Egg Whisperer Show

I'm thrilled to welcome Dr. Meredith Provost to The Egg Whisperer Show for an essential conversation about weight, exercise, and fertility. Dr. Provost brings an incredible background to this discussion: she's a reproductive endocrinologist at Indiana Fertility Institute with degrees from NC State, McMaster University, and a PhD from Cambridge in the history and philosophy of science. As a former Division I volleyball player and athlete herself, she uniquely understands both the science and the practical realities of maintaining health while trying to conceive. Her approach is refreshingly balanced and evidence-based, making her the perfect expert to tackle these often-confusing topics.

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In this episode, we dive deep into how weight impacts fertility for both women and men, exploring the hormonal mechanisms behind these connections. Dr. Provost shares her compassionate, non-restrictive approach to helping patients optimize their health without extreme measures or body shaming. We discuss realistic dietary recommendations, the role of BMI in fertility outcomes, and what exercise is safe during different stages of fertility treatment, from IUI cycles to egg freezing, IVF, and early pregnancy. Her philosophy of "fertility is a marathon, not a race" resonates throughout our conversation, offering hope and practical guidance for anyone on their fertility journey.
In this episode, we cover:
How weight affects the communication between your brain and ovaries, impacting ovulation
The difference between how higher and lower BMI affects fertility in women versus men
Why eating "real food" matters more than following restrictive fad diets
Exercise guidelines during IUI, IVF, egg freezing, embryo transfer, and early pregnancy
The truth about BMI goals and why Dr. Provost doesn't restrict treatment based on weight alone
How to create sustainable lifestyle changes with accountability partners
Why you shouldn't eliminate all the healthy coping mechanisms (like exercise) when trying to conceive
Resources:
Indiana Fertility Institute: fertilityindy.com
Dr. Meredith Provost on Instagram: @meredithprovostmd
"The Obesity Code" by Dr. Jason Fung (mentioned for intermittent fasting information)
Online BMI calculators for tracking body mass index
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I'm thrilled to introduce you to a groundbreaking innovation in fertility care: needle-free IVF. My guest is Dr. Rachel Mandelbaum, a fertility doctor, researcher, and patient advocate who is leading the charge to make IVF more accessible and less intimidating for everyone, especially those who are needle-phobic. Dr. Mandelbaum shares her personal journey, the inspiration behind her work, and how her innovations are changing the landscape of fertility treatment.
 
In our conversation, we dive deep into the themes of patient empowerment, challenging outdated norms in reproductive medicine, and the importance of offering more compassionate, personalized care. We discuss the science behind needle-free IVF, the impact of patient-centered innovation, and how small changes can make a big difference in the IVF experience. This episode is all about rethinking what's possible in fertility care and advocating for what patients truly deserve.
 
In this episode, we cover:
 
The inspiration behind needle-free IVF and Dr. Mandelbaum's personal journey as a patient and physician
How needle-free IVF works and the technology adapted from diabetes care
The results of clinical trials comparing needle-free IVF to traditional methods
Addressing patient fears and anxieties around self-injection and how new options can improve access to care
The importance of challenging the "just tough it out" mentality in women's health
Innovations in progesterone administration and reducing the need for painful injections
The future of IVF: personalized approaches, patient advocacy, and ongoing research
 
Resources:
 
Dr. Rachel Mandelbaum on Instagram: @rachel.mandelbaum.md
HRC Fertility: https://www.havingbabies.com/
The Egg Whisperer Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eggwhisperershow
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Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

Can the surgeon you choose for your endometriosis surgery make or break your chances of getting pregnant? In this episode, I'm exploring what happens when endometriosis gets complicated: how to find the right surgeon, why imaging and surgical planning matter, and what it takes to protect your fertility when operating on reproductive organs.
My guest is Dr. Antonio Gargiulo, a reproductive endocrinologist and advanced reproductive surgeon in the Boston area. He has spent nearly three decades at the intersection of fertility and complex gynecologic surgery, with particular expertise in deep endometriosis, fibroids, adenomyosis, and fertility-focused minimally invasive and robotic surgery.
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In this episode, we cover:

What makes endometriosis surgery complex and why deep endometriosis can involve other organs
How imaging and surgical planning can help identify the extent of disease before surgery
What questions to ask when choosing an endometriosis surgeon
How your surgeon's experience and approach can affect fertility outcomes
What we know about surgery for Stage I and II endometriosis and fertility
How to protect your fertility when endometriosis surgery involves reproductive organs
Why endometriosis requires long-term management, even after surgery

Resources:

Dr. Antonio Gargiulo's website: New England Endometriosis
Dr. Antonio Gargiulo on Instagram @AntonioGargiuloMd
The Italian Endometriosis Study (1990s)
The Canadian Endometriosis Study (late 1990s)
Opoien et al. (2017) — study on Stage I/II endometriosis ablation and IVF live birth rates
2019 Cochrane Database Review — GnRH agonist use before embryo transfer in IVF
AAGL and ASRM recommendations on progestin treatment for endometriosis management
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Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

On this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein, a renowned expert in endometriosis and minimally invasive gynecology. Together, we dive into the challenges of diagnosing and treating endometriosis, a condition that is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed. Dr. Goldstein shares her expertise on why endometriosis frequently goes undiagnosed for years, the differences between surgical approaches like robotic and laparoscopic surgery, and the connection between endometriosis and infertility.
Here's what we cover in this episode:
The complexities of diagnosing endometriosis and why it's often delayed
Advances in minimally invasive gynecology for treating endometriosis
The critical role of fertility preservation for patients with endometriosis
A comparison of robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques
The link between endometriosis and ovarian cancer
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Resources:
Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein's website: Esse Care

Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein on Instagram

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Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by the inspiring Alysia Lyons—life coach, certified Master Neurotransformational Results Coach, Reiki master, and four-time surrogate. Alysia is also the author of Creating Little Miracles: A Guide to Surrogacy, a heartfelt and informative guide for anyone exploring the surrogacy journey. I had the honor of writing the foreword to her book, and I'm thrilled to share her perspective with you.


Together, we explore the unfiltered truth about what it's like to be a surrogate, how to prepare for the emotional and logistical aspects of the journey, and why surrogacy is about so much more than just carrying a baby. Alysia's honesty, humor, and deep compassion shine through as she talks about the highs, the challenges, and the transformative nature of helping others create their families.


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In this episode, we cover:

Alysia's personal experience as a surrogate and what inspired her to do it multiple times


The importance of clear communication and aligned expectations between surrogates and intended parents


Navigating emotional and physical challenges throughout the surrogacy process


How to choose the right surrogacy agency and avoid common pitfalls


The impact surrogacy had on Alysia's sense of purpose and identity


You can find Alysia Lyon's website here.
 
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Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.