The Egg Whisperer Show

In this episode of the Egg Whisper Show, I'm joined by Danielle Melfi, CEO of RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, the leading nonprofit dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for the one in six people impacted by infertility. 
Danielle shares her own personal journey to freeze her egg that began when the Alabama Supreme Court decision temporarily paused IVF in that state, and how that experience led her to the helm of one of the most important organizations in the fertility space.
Together, we're talking about what it means to navigate infertility: not just the medical and financial challenges, but the emotional weight that often comes with the journey.
Danielle shares about the power of community, the importance of evidence-based information in a world full of fertility misinformation, and how RESOLVE is fighting every day to make family building accessible to everyone, regardless of their zip code or insurance plan.
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In this episode, we cover:
Danielle's personal journey to egg freezing and what inspired her to join RESOLVE as the CEO
How RESOLVE's three pillars (support, education, and advocacy) serve patients at every stage of the fertility journey
The largest free peer-led support group network in the country and how to find a group that fits your needs (including groups for recurrent pregnancy loss, surrogacy, secondary infertility, and Spanish speakers)
The financial and emotional barriers patients face, and what you should know about your state's fertility insurance mandates
How to get involved in grassroots advocacy, from sharing your story with loved ones to speaking with your employer or state legislators
Why emotional support should start at the very beginning of your fertility journey, not only after a failed cycle
The first steps to take when you're just starting out and feeling overwhelmed
Resources:
RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association: resolve.org
RESOLVE on Instagram: @resolveorg
RESOLVE Month of Action (May): resolve.org/month-of-action
California Fertility Insurance Mandate — https://resolve.org/learn/financial-resources/insurance-coverage/understanding-californias-ivf-insurance-law/
My Book, The Egg Whisperer Way comes out in Summer of 2026. Click here to order your copy.
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The next live class call is on Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.

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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.
 
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In today's Egg Whisperer Show podcast, Dr. Aimee is joined by Dr. Dana McQueen and Dr. Audrey Gaskins. They are going to talk about the environmental factors that can play a role in miscarriage or recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL).  These three fertility doctors are all talking about evidence based information on pesticides, organic food, pollution, and endocrine disrupting chemicals. Dr. Gaskins is an assistant professor at Emory University, where she studies the relationship between environment, dietary factors, lifestyle factors, and fertility and miscarriage in both men and women.

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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.

Today, Dr. Kristin Brogaard is joining me today to talk about the Path Fertility SpermQT test. I'm so excited to have her share about the test, because as you'll hear her say "lots of infertility goes undiagnosed because men go undiagnosed, and when men go undiagnosed, women go through procedures that will not work." (Who else wants to see this on a bumper sticker?) While sperm were long considered to be just carriers of DNA, it turns out they are a lot more complex than that! Understanding the sperm side of the equation can help anyone trying to conceive better understand what's going on, and help them figure out the best plan to get pregnant.

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A few exciting highlights from our discussion:


Male and sperm epigenetics play a big role in getting pregnant, and having a successful live birth.
The SpermQT test can tell someone if their sperm is excellent, average, or poor quality. - Knowing this information can help you and your doctor determine the most efficient and appropriate next steps in your treatment or protocols.
Understanding the quality of the sperm can lead to better outcomes. If it is "excellent," there is an increased likelihood of IUI working, even in cases where doctors thought sperm might be the issue with getting pregnant.
If sperm quality is "poor," you may want to try making lifestyle changes to improve sperm quality, and retest. - Poor sperm quality often correlates with other longer term health issues for men, as sperm acts as a "canary in the coal mine." (an early warning system)
Dr. Kristin Brogaard has a PhD from Northwestern University where she developed a novel epigenetic technology that allowed for a more accurate understanding of gene expression in health and disease cells. She is now the chief scientific officer of Path Fertility, whose goal is to raise the standard in male reproductive health, starting with male infertility.


Thank you for joining us, Kristin!

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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.

Today on The Egg Whisperer Show podcast, I'm sharing The BALLS Method. We've got the TUSHY Method for the gals, and the BALLS Method is a super easy mnemonic that makes it easy to remember the five things you need to know if your sperm count is low. So, tune in to hear me talk more about these important considerations for the guys:


B = Background genetics (sperm DNA frag, chromosome analysis, Y chr microdeletion)


A = Anatomy (varicocoele)


L = Labs (hormones like testosterone)


L = Lifestyle (alcohol, marijuana, medications, body size, exercise + nutrition)


S = Sex life (get help for erectile dysfunction)


Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website

My Book, The Egg Whisperer Way comes out in Summer of 2026. Click here to order your copy.

Do you have questions about IVF?
Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.
The next live class call is on Monday, May 20, 2026 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.
 
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.

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Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a procedure commonly done in fertility clinics around the world. We place the sperm inside the uterus, close to the fallopian tubes. If you're going to do IUI treatment, you want it to work.
Tune in as I break down the steps to give you the best chance of success at IUI. I'll take you through what I typically do with my patients to give you insight into what you can expect! 


Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website

Do you have questions about IVF?
Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.
The next live class call is on Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.

My Book, The Egg Whisperer Way comes out in Summer of 2026. Click here to order your copy.

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.

Other ways to connect:
Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips
Join Egg Whisperer School
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