What happens when a fertility doctor becomes the patient? How does infertility change the way you practice medicine? And what can we all learn from a journey that blends science, compassion, and lived experience?
In this special episode of Brave and Curious, the tables are turned as Dr. Lora Shahine takes the guest seat to share her personal fertility story. Interviewed by fertility advocate Jennifer Edmonds, this heartfelt conversation dives into the vulnerable, complex, and sometimes humorous realities of being both doctor and patient on the path to parenthood.
Dr. Shahine opens up about her own struggles with infertility, secondary infertility, and the emotional rollercoaster of IVF. She offers insight into how those challenges deepened her empathy for patients and reshaped her medical approach.
Together, she and Jennifer explore the evolution of fertility care over the past two decades, the importance of early education, and how social media has transformed community and connection in the fertility world.
In this episode you'll hear:
- [0:26] Meet the interviewer: Jennifer Edmonds
- [0:49] Dr. Lora Shahine's fertility journey
- [2:15] Professional background & teacher
- [3:08] Social media & support
- [9:23] Fertility trends and patient insights
- [13:15] Holistic health & fertility
- [17:02] Stress management & mental health
- [24:33] Realistic expectations & success rates
- [30:05] Advice for the journey
Resources mentioned:
Your Journey to Fertility Podcast with Jennifer Edmonds
Follow Jen on Tiktok @elementpilatesandyoga
Follow Jen on YouTube @elementpilatesyoga
Follow Jen on IG @jen.elementpilatesyoga
Dr. Shahine's Weekly Newsletter on Fertility News and Recommendations
Follow @drlorashahine Instagram | YouTube | Tiktok | Her Books
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