Everything You Wish You Knew Before Starting Your Fertility Journey

In this episode, I dive into everything I wish I could teach you before you start your fertility journey, focusing on my signature TUSHY Method. I'm sharing insights and real questions from listeners and patients.

Read the full show notes on my website.

Throughout this episode, I explore the essential themes that every fertility patient should know: the importance of understanding your reproductive health before starting treatment, the value of early and thorough testing, and how knowledge can empower you to make the best decisions for your family-building journey. I also address common misconceptions, share patient stories, and break down the steps you can take to minimize regret and maximize your chances of success.

In this episode, we cover:

• What the TUSHY Method is and why it's crucial for anyone considering fertility treatment
• The importance of checking your fallopian tubes and how surgeries or infections can impact fertility
• Why a pelvic ultrasound should be part of your preconception checklist
• The role of sperm health and why semen analysis matters for both partners
• Key hormone tests (like AMH, FSH, and thyroid) and what they reveal about your fertility
• The significance of genetic carrier screening before pregnancy
• How to create a personalized plan for getting pregnant at home or with medical help

Resources:

• TUSHY Method overview: https://draimee.org/tushy-method

Do you have a diagnosis of "unexplained infertility" and want to get to the bottom of what's going on?
Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class Dr. Aimee will explain the 5 tests you need to get a diagnosis before treatment. The next live class call is on Monday, Feb 9, 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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