Season 12

August 20, 2024

Things You Should Know in Your 30s About Perimenopause

Being in your mid-30s can bring new (and sometimes unwelcome) health considerations — like the fact that female fertility declines with age, and that...

August 6, 2024

Vaginal Odor: What’s 'Normal,' and What Should You Do About It?

Feminine hygiene is an essential (yet often misunderstood) aspect of women's health, affecting millions worldwide. From misconceptions about body odor to the often-overlooked journey...

Season 11

July 16, 2024

What I Wish I Had Known: Real Postpartum Mental Health Stories

In the United States, 1 in 5 women suffer from a mental health disorder in the months before or after giving birth — and...

July 9, 2024

Preparing Your Mental Health for Parenthood: TTC and Pregnancy Edition

Let’s face it: Trying to conceive can be stressful, and pregnancy can bring with it its own set of anxieties before baby even arrives....

July 2, 2024

Everything To Know About Birth Trauma, PMDD, and Postpartum Sex

There’s a prevailing narrative that those first few weeks after you welcome your baby are just blissful. But that's not the only experience women...

June 25, 2024

Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, and OCD: Know the Warning Signs

1 in 5 new or expecting mothers suffer from a mental health condition during or after pregnancy, according to the World Health Organization (WHO)....

Season 10

June 18, 2024

Are You Having "Good Enough Sex"? What’s Your Sexual Intuition Style? And More

What does the concept of "good enough sex" actually mean? What are the different sexual intuition styles, and how might they manifest in a...

June 11, 2024

Birth Control Misinformation: The Truth, According To Science

A recent article in The Washington Post explored how women are getting off birth control amid a "misinformation explosion." But despite all of the...

June 4, 2024

'Down There' Care: Everything To Know About STIs and Vulvovaginal Health

According to the CDC, more than 1 million STIs are acquired every day. So, what are some of the most common sexually transmitted infections,...

May 28, 2024

My Husband Can’t Perform During Ovulation: Is It Low Sex Drive or an Underlying Health Issue?

Painful sex, yeast infections, STIs, contraception, and low sex drive: These are just some of the many sexual health topics that have long been...

Season 9

May 14, 2024

Busting PCOS Nutrition Myths With The Women’s Dietitian

Insulin resistance is one of the root physiological imbalances in most, if not all, cases of PCOS. So why are so many women with...

May 7, 2024

Should You Do IUI or IVF With PCOS? Knowing All of Your Options

90-95% of anovulatory women seeking infertility treatment have PCOS, and many women learn they have PCOS only after seeking infertility treatment. So, what questions...

April 24, 2024

Trying To Conceive With PCOS: Advice From a Fertility Specialist

While infertility affects 1 in 6 people globally, the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) estimates the rate of infertility to be between 70%...

April 23, 2024

It’s Not All In Your Head: How To Advocate For Yourself With PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, affects an estimated 8-13% of reproductive-aged women, according to the ?World Health Organization (WHO)?. PCOS can cause hormonal imbalances,...

Season 8

April 16, 2024

Painful Sex & How To Talk To Your Partner About Endometriosis

50-70% of people with endometriosis report pelvic pain that occurs before, during, or after penetrative vaginal sex. In this episode of From First Period...

April 9, 2024

Notes From a Fertility Specialist on Trying To Conceive With Endo

Endometriosis can make it more difficult to get pregnant, with a whopping 30–50% of people with endometriosis experiencing infertility. So, what should you know...

March 19, 2024

Endometriosis & Mental Health: Why It Matters, and a Therapist’s Top Tips

Did you know that, according to Yale Medicine, women with endometriosis are genetically predisposed to depression, anxiety, and/or eating disorders? In this episode of...

March 12, 2024

Real Talk With Endo: Stories From Women Who Have Been There

Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 people assigned female at birth, including women, non-binary, and trans folks; however, the condition remains shrouded in...

Season 7

March 5, 2024

Getting to the Root Cause of Your Infertility

When it comes to our reproductive health, hindsight is often 20/20. But in a world where it takes an average of 7-10 years to...

February 27, 2024

Pap Smears, Mammograms, and Oncofertility

When it comes to our reproductive health, hindsight is often 20/20. But in a world where it takes an average of 7-10 years to...

February 20, 2024

Treatment for Endometriosis: What You Need To Know

When it comes to our reproductive health, hindsight is often 20/20. But in a world where it takes an average of 7-10 years to...

February 13, 2024

Fibroids and Racial Disparities in Reproductive Healthcare with Dr. Levica Narine

When it comes to our reproductive health, hindsight is often 20/20. But in a world where it takes an average of 7-10 years to...

February 6, 2024

The Mental Load of Being a Woman in 2024 with Dr. Thai Alonso (Live Recording!)

Formerly Dear (In)Fertility, From First Period To Last Period is a science-backed health and wellness podcast dedicated to shining a light on all of...

Season 6

December 5, 2023

Implantation Failure: What Is It, and What Tests Should I Ask For?

A failed embryo transfer is a loss, period. But what does it mean to have recurrent implantation failure, and what tests should you ask...

November 28, 2023

Natural, Fresh, or Frozen Embryo Transfer: What Are My Options?

What is a natural embryo transfer? What about a frozen embryo transfer (FET)? How do you know which one is right for you? In...

November 21, 2023

Questions To Ask After an Unsuccessful Egg Retrieval

Unsuccessful egg retrieval can be soul-crushing, but it doesn't have to be the end of the road. There are questions your healthcare team can...

November 8, 2023

IVF: What Are the Success Rates in My Age Range?

What are the 'typical' IVF success rates, based on age? What is the average number of IVF cycles it takes to achieve a successful...

October 31, 2023

IUIs: How Successful Are They, Really?

Intrauterine Insemination is often a first-line treatment for infertility, but how successful are IUIs, really? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn...

October 24, 2023

HSG, SIS, Hysteroscopy, Oh My!

What is a Hysterosalpingogram (HSG), and what can it tell you about your fertility? What about a Hysteroscopy? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility,...

October 23, 2023

It’s Been a Year of TTC: Now What?

So you've been trying to get pregnant for a year with no luck. Now what? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn...

Season 5

October 3, 2023

Why You Should Pay Attention to Your Vaginal Health

Vaginal discomfort is one of the leading reasons women seek healthcare advice, and over 90% of these cases can be attributed to imbalances in...

September 12, 2023

How To Navigate Healthcare as a Woman in 2023 with Nurse Suzie Devine

There’s no denying women have more frequent and complex health needs than men. From menstruating every month to dealing with UTIs, there’s a lot...

September 5, 2023

How to Start Regulating Your Nervous System with Anna Bohnengel, RDN

Whether it's due to increased stress levels, health problems, financial struggles, or fertility challenges, a dysregulated nervous system can take a toll on your...

August 29, 2023

Why ‘Beauty Rest’ Is All It’s Cracked Up To Be with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell

We know that consistent, quality sleep supports hormone regulation and promotes physical and mental wellness in women. But how much sleep should you actually...

August 22, 2023

Toxic Positivity & Owning Your Emotions — Even the Difficult Ones with Whitney Goodman, LMFT

From being told, "At least it was early" following a miscarriage to "You can always try again" after a failed cycle, positive thinking has...

August 15, 2023

The Pelvic Floor Playbook with Alyssa Hariprashad, DPT

Did you know that the pelvic floor is responsible for supporting and stabilizing all of our pelvic organs (including the uterus, fallopian tubes, and...

August 8, 2023

Eating for Healthy Hormones with Macy Coleman, RDN

When it comes to how to nourish your body for optimal fertility, it can often feel like information overload. In this episode of Dear...

August 1, 2023

Can Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine Improve Fertility? with Dr. Christina Burns

From increased blood flow to reduced stress, acupuncture is a common practice among women who are trying, and struggling, to conceive — but can...

July 25, 2023

Movement Is Medicine with Jourdan Baldwin & Niccole Hendrickson of KALO Fitness

We know that regular exercise has many benefits when it comes to women's reproductive and hormonal health — but how much is too much?...

July 18, 2023

Cycle Syncing: How To Heal Your Hormones with Alisa Vitti

80% of women will suffer from a hormonal imbalance in their lifetime. In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Kristyn dives into the practice of...

Season 4

February 28, 2023

Sarah Herron

Internationally recognized as “Sarah Herron from The Bachelor,” to the fertility community Sarah is better known for her adventurous and vulnerable Instagram posts. At...

February 21, 2023

Sammy Previte

Sammy Previte is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Certified Personal Trainer, Founder of Find Food Freedom®, and co-host of the What The...

February 14, 2023

Caroline Lunny

Bachelor alum and Realtor Caroline Lunny has spent nearly two years dedicated to her egg-freezing journey, and now she’s sharing everything she’s learned to...

February 7, 2023

Chloe Melas

In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, CNN Entertainment Reporter Chloe Melas shares it all: from an unplanned pregnancy in her 20s to her husband...

January 31, 2023

Bethany Meyers

In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Bethany Meyers, Founder & CEO of the be.come project, joins Kristyn for an open and honest conversation about...

January 24, 2023

Kristin Welker

In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, NBC News White House Correspondent & "Weekend Today" anchor Kristen Welker shares her experience navigating infertility, balancing her...

January 17, 2023

Mallory Weggemann

Welcome back to Dear (In)Fertility! This season, we’re going back to our roots, highlighting *real* and unfiltered fertility stories from those who have been...

Season 3

October 11, 2022

Sexual Health, Demystified

Believe it or not, sexual health can impact your physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being. In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn...

October 4, 2022

Vulvovaginal Health 101

Vulva vs. Vagina: What's the difference? Are feminine hygiene products safe to use? Why do yeast infections happen? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility,...

September 27, 2022

Starting To Try Checklist

From the importance of a preconception appointment to possible fertility red flags to look out for, in this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Rescripted Co-Founder...

September 20, 2022

All About Endometriosis

Did you know that it takes an average of 7 years to be diagnosed with endometriosis? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Rescripted Co-Founder...

September 13, 2022

Miscarriage Care

1 in 4 known pregnancies ends in miscarriage, but for something so common, why is the topic of pregnancy loss still so taboo? In...

September 6, 2022

Birth Control Basics

Does birth control cause infertility? What is the best birth control method for me? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn Hodgdon...

August 30, 2022

The Menstrual Cycle As a Vital Sign

What are some menstrual cycle red flags? Are heavy, painful periods "normal"? What exactly is PMS? In this episode of Dear (In)Fertility, Rescripted Co-Founder...

August 23, 2022

Sex Ed, Rescripted

Have you ever thought, “Why didn’t Sex Ed teach me how hard it actually is to get pregnant?” Join us as we kick off...

Season 2

December 12, 2023

Everything To Know About Miscarriage & Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

Miscarriage: It's not your fault. So then why do miscarriages happen, what are some of the potential causes of recurrent pregnancy loss, and how...

March 7, 2023

Kaillie Humphries

Kaillie Humphries is a Canadian-American bobsledder who has won three Olympic gold medals, one Olympic bronze medal, and five world championships. In this episode...

June 28, 2022

Pre-conception Prep

What lifestyle changes should be made prior to seeing a fertility doctor? In this episode of "Dear Infertility," we take real questions from real...

June 21, 2022

Genetic Testing 101

What are the different types of genetic testing for fertility? In this episode of "Dear Infertility," we take real questions from real fertility patients...

June 13, 2022

Miscarriage

1 in 4 known pregnancies end in loss, but just because it's common doesn't make it any less painful. In this episode of "Dear...

June 7, 2022

When IVF Fails

Why does IVF fail? What happens next? In this episode of "Dear Infertility," we take real questions from real fertility patients about the pure...

May 31, 2022

Male Fertility

Of all infertility cases, approximately 40–50% are due to a male factor, and as many as 2% of all men will exhibit suboptimal sperm...

May 24, 2022

Embryo Transfer 101

How can I prepare my body for an embryo transfer? What can I expect during an embryo transfer cycle? In this episode of "Dear...

May 17, 2022

The IVF Process, From Stims to Retrieval

From hormone injections to egg retrieval, starting IVF can be daunting. In this episode of "Dear Infertility," we take real questions from real fertility...

May 10, 2022

Ovulation Induction and IUI

Ovulation induction meds with timed intercourse or Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is often the first step when it comes to fertility treatments. In this episode...

May 3, 2022

The Fertility Workup

A fertility workup is essential to determining why a couple may be having difficulty conceiving. In this episode of "Dear Infertility," we take real...

April 26, 2022

The First Fertility Appointment

Welcome to “Dear Infertility” season 2! Join Rescripted Co-Founder Kristyn Hodgdon and Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Lucky Sekhon as they answer real questions from real...

Season 1

March 29, 2022

Third Party Reproduction

The decision to pursue donor eggs, donor sperm, or surrogacy to grow your family can be an emotional one. In this episode of "Dear...

March 22, 2022

Pregnancy Loss

1 in 4 known pregnancies end in miscarriage, but just because it's common doesn't make it any less painful. Pregnancy loss is devastating at...

March 15, 2022

Telling Friends & Family

Communicating with friends and family can be challenging when dealing with infertility, and it's a personal choice between you and your partner (if you...

March 8, 2022

Work and Infertility

From blood draws and ultrasounds to tests and procedures, navigating fertility treatments can feel a lot like having a second job. In this episode...

March 1, 2022

Paying For Treatment

Figuring out how to pay for costly fertility treatments like IUI and IVF can be incredibly stressful. In fact, for the vast majority of...

February 22, 2022

Relationship Challenges

The experience of infertility and IVF can challenge relationships in ways few other experiences can. Learning to navigate disappointment, stress, fears, and financial pressure...

February 15, 2022

Insensitive Comments

"When are you going to have a baby?" "You're not getting any younger!" Anyone who has ever dealt with infertility knows all too well...

February 7, 2022

Negative Pregnancy Tests

It's the end result we all dread while trying to conceive: yet *another* negative pregnancy test. Big fat negatives can make you feel like...

February 7, 2022

The Two-Week Wait

The dreaded two-week wait: those 9-14 days after ovulation, an IUI procedure, or an embryo transfer during which time feels like it has stopped...

February 1, 2022

Pregnancy Announcements

Welcome to our very first episode of "Dear Infertility: Finding Calm When Trying Is Trying." Pregnancy announcements can be hard when you're dealing with...

Season

August 13, 2024

Myths and Facts About Female Body Odor in the Seasons (or Eras!) of Life

When Dr. Shannon Klingman was an OB/GYN resident, she noticed that women came to the doctor repeatedly with complaints about body odor. To make...