What happens when a journalist dives deep into the world of egg freezing? In this episode, I sit down with award-winning writer and author Natalie Lampert, whose new book The Big Freeze (Random House, 2024) takes readers inside the booming egg freezing industry with unprecedented insight.

Natalie shares her personal thought process around egg freezing, what she discovered in years of reporting on fertility tech, and how the industry often markets hope while sidestepping harder truths. We unpack the emotional, medical, and financial pressures facing women today, and explore how fertility decisions intersect with autonomy, privilege, and systemic gaps in care.

Natalie’s work has appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, and more. She’s also a TEDx speaker, Fulbright scholar, and deeply thoughtful storyteller. Whether you're considering egg freezing or simply navigating your own reproductive timeline, this episode offers clarity, nuance, and perspective.

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Infertility is deeply personal—and often deeply misunderstood. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Brian Levine, board-certified reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist, founding partner of CCRM New York, and founder of Nodal, a healthcare startup revolutionizing gestational surrogacy in America.

Dr. Levine has spent his career helping families grow. Now, through Nodal, he’s tackling the complex, often inaccessible surrogacy system—aiming to make the journey more transparent, equitable, and supportive for surrogates and intended parents alike.

Together, we dive into:

• The emotional and logistical realities of infertility
• Why the surrogacy system in the U.S. is “broken”—and what needs to change
• How Dr. Levine hopes to create safer, more empowering experiences for all parties involved

Whether you’re navigating fertility yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about the future of family-building, this conversation is a powerful listen.

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Is “sleeping like a baby” a myth? Let’s talk about it.

In this episode of Golden Hour, we’re diving into the sleep struggles that every parent faces—but rarely talks about—with Certified Gentle Sleep Coach Tracie Kesatie. With over a decade of experience, plus advanced degrees in psychology and counseling, Tracie brings a compassionate, evidence-based approach to helping families get the rest they desperately need.

We talk sleep regressions, nighttime routines, parental guilt, and why “cry it out” isn’t your only option. If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or just desperate for a nap—this one’s for you.

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PODCAST LINKS:
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