The Egg Whisperer Show

This episode is a special one. Sara Jensen, co-founder and Co-CEO of Hugh & Grace  invited me to join her for a live conversation in honor of National Infertility Awareness Week and the interview was so good, I knew I had to share it with all of you here on the Egg Whisperer Show. Sara has walked the deeply personal road of unexplained infertility for 14 years, ultimately building her family through the incredible gift of surrogacy. And, she and her husband Ben and channeled that journey (and what they learned) into a company dedicated to hormone-supportive, toxin-free wellness products. 
Together, Sara and I unpack some of the fertility trends we both are seeing in 2026.  From understanding your fertility before you're trying to conceive, to the emotional marathon of IVF, to the role environmental toxins play in hormone health, and the topic of sperm maxing and egg maxing - we tackle many of the trending topics. And, we share what it really takes to prepare your body, protect your partnership, and make empowered choices on the path to parenthood.
In this episode, we cover these fertility trends from 2026:
Trimester Zero: what it means to truly prepare for pregnancy, why it matters for both partners, and how men can improve sperm quality through behavioral changes
The TUSHY Method: my method for getting the foundational fertility workup done (tubes, uterus, sperm, hormones, and genetics) before surprises arise
Egg maxing & sperm maxing: the supplements I actually recommend (CoQ10, NAD+), what to skip, and why "more is not better" when it comes to your supplement stack
At-home fertility testing tools: how to use LH tests, the Proof Complete kit, and ovulation apps like Oura accurately, and the timing mistakes that cause couples to miss their window
The emotional toll of fertility treatments: how to build your fertility support team early, manage IVF-related stress, and protect your relationship throughout the process
Environmental toxins and hormone health: how everyday skincare and household products can impact your hormones, and what Sara learned firsthand after 6 rounds of IVF
The fertility trends no one is talking about: why biology hasn't changed even as more women over 40 are having babies, and what declining birth rates mean for all of us
Resources:
Hugh & Grace (hormone-supportive, toxin-free wellness products)
The Egg Whisperer Show (Dr. Aimee's podcast) on Spotify

Yo Sperm Test (at-home semen analysis)
Fellow sperm testing kit
Legacy male fertility testing 
Proof Complete fertility hormone test
The Hermosa Study (research on chemical exposure and teens): https://cerch.berkeley.edu/research-programs/hermosa-study
Oura Ring (fertility & cycle tracking): ouraring.com

Your Genetics are a key part of my TUSHY Method (Y = Your genetics) and I'm so honored to have Dena Goldberg (also known far and wide as Dena DNA) joining me today!

Some of the questions I know you have on your mind about genetics are:
Nothing came back on my 23 & Me test. I'm good to go, right?
Answer: Not so fast. 23&Me relies on "SNP testing," and only looks at "very specific bookmarks on very random genes." You'll want a more thorough test for preconception screening.

I don't have any history of disease in my family. Do I need to do genetic testing?
Answer: It's a good idea. There are syndromes such as Lynch Syndrome that are asymptomatic in 90% of people who are carriers. You'll want to know if you have those genetic markers before passing them on to your embryo and child.

Can you make sure my embryo doesn't have autism?
Answer: Autism is actually a description of a constellation of symptoms. So it's not an underlying condition in and of itself. There are hundreds to thousands of genetic causes to autism. We can catch some of these cases, but not all. Autism is multifactorial, meaning that many of these cases are probably caused by a combination of genetics and environment or in other words, nature and nurture together.

Thank you for joining me, Dena!

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Do you have questions about IVF?
Join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class at The Egg Whisperer School.
The next live class call is on Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.

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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.

In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm joined by Dr. Alex Carrasco, a board-certified family medicine doctor and functional medicine expert, to talk about the powerful connection between gut health and fertility. Dr. Carrasco is the founder of Nourish Medicine and the author of Bloom: 7 Steps to Reclaim Your Health, Cultivate Your Desires & Reignite Your Spark.


We dive into how the gut microbiome impacts hormones, egg and sperm quality, inflammation, and even implantation. Dr. Carrasco breaks down how poor digestion, food sensitivities, and nutrient absorption can quietly affect fertility and what you can do about it. She shares how to heal the gut through nutrition, lifestyle, and supplements, and offers practical strategies for both men and women who are trying to conceive.


If you've ever wondered what role your gut might play in your fertility journey, this episode is packed with insights to help you optimize your health from the inside out.


In this episode, we cover:
Why gut health is foundational to hormone balance and fertility
How inflammation and leaky gut can disrupt reproductive function
The top signs your gut may need healing (and what to do about them)
Practical tips for supporting your microbiome with food and supplements
How stress, toxins, and lifestyle choices impact gut and fertility health
 
Watch the full video on YouTube.

Find Dr. Alex Carrasco and her book here.


Do you have questions about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.
The next live class call is on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 4 pm PST, where I'll explain IVF and Egg Freezing and answer your questions live on Zoom.


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Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well-known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making 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.

In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, Dr. Aimee interviews Natalie Lampert, award-winning journalist and author of 'The Big Freeze: A Reporter's Personal Journey Into The World of Egg Freezing and The Quest to Control Our Fertility.'


Natalie shares her personal journey and professional insights into egg freezing, highlighting the psychological, ethical, and practical aspects. She emphasizes that egg freezing is a backup option that offers assurance but not insurance. They discuss the broader implications of fertility preservation, societal pressures, and the importance of thorough education on the subject. Natalie also touches upon the landscape shifts in fertility preservation over the past decade and how fem tech and regulatory changes have impacted the industry.

Read the full show notes on my website.


Purchase Natalie Lampert's book, "The Big Freeze: A Reporter's Personal Journey Into The World of Egg Freezing and The Quest to Control Our Fertility."

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Do you have questions about IVF?
Join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class at The Egg Whisperer School.
The next live class call is on Monday, April 21, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.
 
Watch this episode on YouTube.

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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.

After college, Kate left the States and moved to New Zealand where she worked at Lululemon and then at Wellness Beverage before starting Funk It. During that time, she went off birth control and struggled to get her period back; and when it returned she had cramps, moodiness, bloating, and hormonal acne. 
 
I can't wait to have her talk to us about being a dietician, seed cycling, and supporting your cycle.
 
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Do you have questions about IVF?
Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class.
The next live class call is on Monday, May 20, 2026 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.

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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.