Exploring Fertility with Dr. D: Supplements, Genetics, and Implantation Challenges

I'm so excited to share this special episode of "FertiliTEA with Dr. D," where I had the honor of joining my dear friend and colleague, Dr. D, to talk all things fertility. As the Egg Whisperer, I'm passionate about helping people on their journey to parenthood, and it was a joy to connect with Dr. D: someone who shares my dedication and obsession for supporting patients through every step of their fertility journey. Together, we dove into the science, the stories, and the hope that drives us both in this field.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why "perfect" embryos don't always lead to pregnancy, and what factors might be at play
• The latest thinking on supplements for egg and sperm quality, including CoQ10, NAD, and rapamycin
• How genetics, epigenetics, and the uterine environment impact implantation and pregnancy
• The importance of personalized fertility care, including testing for endometriosis, endometritis, and the uterine microbiome
• The role of weight, nutrition, and GLP-1 medications in fertility and pregnancy outcomes
• Advances in sperm DNA fragmentation testing and embryo selection
• The emotional, spiritual, and practical realities of fertility treatment, including the option of gestational carriers

Resources:

• American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM): https://www.asrm.org/
• Information on supplements discussed: CoQ10, NAD+, Rapamycin
• Pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT-A): https://www.asrm.org/topics/topics-index/preimplantation-genetic-testing/
• Endometrial receptivity and microbiome testing: ERA Test, EMMA/ALICE Test

If you have questions or want to learn more, don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you for listening, and thank you to Dr. D for having me on the show!
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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.