Fertile-ish

🎙 Episode 15 - "The Transfer Didn't Take...Again"💔 Recurrent Implantation Failure & What Comes Next

In this candid and deeply supportive episode, Laura and Brandis dive into the emotionally draining and often misunderstood experience of recurrent implantation failure (RIF) - when seemingly perfect embryo transfers just… don’t work.

They break down:

• The official definition of recurrent implantation failure

• Common...

🎙️ Episode 14: Chronically Clocked — Age & Your Fertility Timeline

Age ain’t just a number - especially when it comes to fertility.

In this episode, Laura and Brandis get real about one of the most asked (and misunderstood) topics in reproductive health: how age affects fertility. From egg quality and AMH to sperm fragmentation and the shady side of TikTok fertility scams, we break it all down.

Whether you're 25, 35, or 45+—t...

🎙 Episode 13: Embryo Red Flags? Let’s Talk PGT

Embryo testing can feel like decoding an alphabet soup-and in this episode, we’re finally breaking it all down. Laura and Brandis get real about preimplantation genetic testing (PGT), who it’s for, and how to decide if it’s right for you.

🧬 What We Cover:

• What PGT-A, PGT-M, and PGT-SR actually mean

• The difference between carrier screening, karyotypes, and embryo testing

• Why some patie...

🎙️ Episode 12: BRB. Being an Emotional Support Human-

💡 In This Episode:

How not to say the wrong thing 101. This week, Laura and Brandis dive into the dos, don’ts, and “pls stop talking” moments of supporting someone going through fertility struggles. Whether you’re a well-meaning mother-in-law, a confused bestie, or a pregnant sister trying to navigate this emotional tightrope-this episode is your crash course in being a gre...

🎙️ Episode 11: Acronym Overload: WTF is IUI, IVF, AMH, & More

Let’s be real - fertility feels like a whole new language. Whether you're deep in the TTC world or just trying to figure out WTF your doctor meant when they said, “Your AMH looks good, but we still recommend an FET,” we’ve got you.

In this episode, Laura and Brandis break down the fertility alphabet soup - decoding the most common (and confusing) acronyms and medi...

🎙️ Episode 10: TWW – Currently in My Delulu Era

The Two Week Wait: It’s not two weeks—it’s two years (emotionally, at least). In this milestone 10th episode, Laura and Brandis crack open the chaotic, emotional, and often delulu reality of life during the TWW.

Whether you’re refreshing your patient portal every five minutes, lining up 12 home pregnancy tests with timestamps, or just vibing with your hydrangeas, this episode is a ...

🎙️ Episode 9 — Main Character Energy: Embryo Transfer Edition

It’s giving transfer day icon. Whether it’s your first rodeo or you’ve done this dance before, we’re breaking down what to expect when you’re expecting...to implant.

This episode is your go-to guide on:

• 🧬 Fresh vs. frozen embryo transfers - what’s the difference?

• 🧻 What’s the deal with the full bladder and will I pee on someone?

• 💉 Transfer protocols explained: medicat...

🎙️ Episode 8 – Therapy, Tears, & TTC
AKA: IVF is hard, our relationships are tired, and yes-we cried (again).

This week, Laura and Brandis get real about the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatments. From IVF breakdowns to relationship strain, therapy breakthroughs to those dreaded brunch pregnancy announcements-this episode dives into the messy, honest, and healing side of TTC.

💔 Topics We Cover:

• Why fertility str...

🎬 Episode 7: Hollywood Fertility Fantasyland: What They Get Wrong (and Right)
👯‍♀️ Hosted by: Laura & Brandis
🎧 Listen now on Spotify I Apple I YouTube I Amazon I iheartradio
🔗 More at cnyfertility.com/fertileish

About the Episode:
Welcome to the chaotic fertility crossover episode we had to do: Hollywood vs. reality. From matcha miracles to miracle babies at 50+, Laura and Brandis are calling out the mixed messa...

✨ Episode 6- Sorry, Not Sorry. CNY's Doing It Better (and Cheaper) ✨

(aka the one where we spill why our clinic is the Costco‑level steal of IVF, minus the $1.50 hot‑dog combo)

• Budget babes, rejoice: CNY’s base IVF package starts around $4K (meds + anesthesia included) instead of the usual $20‑30K bag‑breaker.

• Zero gate‑keeping: No hard cut‑offs on BMI, AMH, or age. If you want a shot with your own eggs, we’ll cheer you on (a...

Episode 5- “IVF 101: So… We’re Making Embryos, Bestie!”

Brandis and Laura spill all the embryology tea—from that “I‑almost‑peed‑on‑the‑transfer‑table” story to a step‑by‑step IVF play‑by‑play (triggers, retrievals, ICSI, the whole lab glow‑up). They bust the “test‑tube‑baby” myth, talk real success‑rate math, and share zero‑judgement advice for supporting friends in the thick of treatment.

Key Takeaways:

• ICSI for everyone: At CNY...

🎙️ Fertile-ish Episode 4: "Just in Case: Fertility Edition"

💬 In today’s episode, we dive deep into the world of fertility preservation and why it’s becoming an increasingly popular choice for both men and women. Whether you’re considering freezing your eggs or sperm for future use, or wondering if embryo freezing might be the right option for you, this episode has all the details you need.

• • Why Freeze Your Eggs or...

In this episode, Laura and Brandis bust some of the most common—and frustrating—fertility myths and misconceptions floating around the internet, doctor’s offices, and even dinner tables. From birth control blame to pineapple-core pressure, they dive into where these beliefs come from, what the science actually says, and how misinformation can impact real people on fertility journeys.

💬 In this episode we cover:

When should you see a fertility specialist? Laura and Brandis break down why you don't have to wait 6–12 months of trying to get evaluated. Whether you're thinking about kids someday, dealing with painful periods, or just curious about your fertility, this episode gives you the real talk. They cover what to expect at a first consult, myths about family history, and why fertility testing is just smart health care — not a commitment ...

Welcome to Fertile-ish - a podcast for anyone navigating the ups, downs, and WTFs of trying to conceive, preserving your fertility, or supporting someone who is. In this intro episode, Brandis and Laura share why they started the show, what "fertile-ish" means, and what you can expect this week. Think: honest convos, expert insights, and maybe a few fertility TMI stories. Let's get into it.

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