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This is InfertilityFertility 101: The Basics of Genetics and Genetic Testing Guest: Jay Shaw, MS, CGC, Senior Product Manager, Fulgent Genetics Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny The Fertility 101 Series, because there’s no shortage of daunting terms to keep your mind running, is a quick and dirty breakdown on a specific topic with insights from a fertility expert. Today’s episode is a deep dive into the role of genetics in fertility care and planning. We’re joined by Jay Shaw, a certified genetic counselor and Senior Product Manager at Fulgent Genetics, 2025-07-2815 min
This is InfertilityBeating the Odds: From Cystic Fibrosis to Fatherhood Guest: Dustin and Tequila Menken, Progyny Members at TE Connectivity Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny “I grew up with an expiration date.” Dustin Menken was born with cystic fibrosis, a genetic condition that brought him lifelong health challenges and made him part of the 98% of men with CF who are infertile. He never imagined he’d live to see 40, let alone become a father. But with persistence, support from his wife Tequila and a critical fertility benefit from his employer, TE Connectivity, through Progyny, Dustin beat the odds. Again. In this episode, Dustin and Tequila 2025-07-1410 min
This is InfertilityUFCW Local 152: How Personal Pain Led to Life Changing Benefits Guest: Danny Ross, Jr., UFCW Local 152 President Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny Danny and Elizabeth Ross got married at 26, excited to start their lives together and hopeful about growing a family. When they started trying, they were met with a series of challenges that changed everything. Elizabeth was diagnosed with endometriosis and PCOS. Danny had male factor infertility. After a year of trying to conceive, they were told their best option was 2025-07-0121 min
This is InfertilityFertility 101: Sperm with Dr. Turek: Everything You Didn’t Learn in Health Class Guest: Paul Turek, MD, FACS, FRSM, Founder of The Turek Clinic Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny The Fertility 101 Series, because there’s no shortage of daunting terms to keep your mind running, is a quick and dirty breakdown on a specific topic with insights from a fertility expert. When it comes to fertility, men are half of the equation, but too often, they’re the half that gets forgotten or overlooked. This Men’s Health Month, we’re joined by Dr. Paul Turek, a world-renowned urologist and male fertility expert, to talk all things sperm, from how it’s...2025-06-1716 min
This is InfertilityReimagining LGBTQ+ Family Building: A Midwife’s Perspective Guest: Marea Goodman, Co-Founder of PregnantTogether Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny For LGBTQ+ individuals and couples going through their family building journeys, having a medical support system that truly understand their lived experience can make all the difference. In this episode, we hear from Marea Goodman, a licensed midwife, parent of three, and co-author of Babymaking for Everybody about the role and importance of a midwife. 2025-06-0214 min
This is InfertilityFamily Building Without Barriers: Maggie’s Reciprocal IVF Journey Guest: Maggie Garnsey, Progyny Member at Santander Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny For LGBTQ+ couples, traditional fertility coverage can leave them behind with little to no access to the actual coverage. Many are forced to undergo unnecessary, emotionally taxing procedures to meet outdated definitions of infertility. For Maggie and her wife, Alli, they thought they would need to pursue IUI, like many of their friends. However, Maggie discovered that her employer, Santander Bank, offered 2025-05-1915 min
This is InfertilityFrom Struggle to Storybook: The Journey Behind Cupcakes Everywhere Guest: Erin Sarris, Progyny Member Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny When Erin Sarris and her husband first visited a fertility clinic, they were hit with unexpected news: severe male factor infertility and an immediate recommendation to pursue IVF. What followed was a long, winding, and often painful journey filled with setbacks, from failed cycles to loss and emotional isolation. Now a mother of three and author of Cupcakes Everywhere: One Sweet Tale of Overcoming Infertility, Erin shares how infertility reshaped her view and inspired a metaphorical children's book that captures the bittersweet reality of stru...2025-05-0515 min
Stanford MBA: From Baby Boomer to Gen Z | Class of ‘95 Meets Class of ‘25Podcast Ep. 21 Laura Francis Stanford MBA ’95 meets Aislin Roth MBA ’25Today, I’m joined by Laura Francis from the Stanford MBA Class of 1995 and Aislin Roth from the Class of 2025.Laura is the CEO of SI-BONE (Nasdaq: SIBN), a global leader in the medical device industry. She recently joined the board of Bruker Corporation (Nasdaq: BRKR), a life science and diagnostics company, and was previously a board member for Shockwave Medical (Nasdaq: SWAV) prior to its acquisition by Johnson & Johnson. She also serves as an executive board member of the Medical Device Manufacturers Association, advocating for the future of the medtech industry and mentoring the next generation of...2025-04-2952 min
America’s Work Force Union PodcastStacey Hofert, Progyny | Donnie Blatt, USWStacey Hofert, Group Vice President of Labor and Trust for Progyny, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss National Infertility Awareness Week, the prevalence of infertility and how Progyny, fertility, family building and women’s health benefits fund, addresses the issue.
Donnie Blatt, District 1 Director for the United Steelworkers (USW), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the USW Constitutional Convention, the impact of tariffs on the steel industry and the union's community outreach efforts.
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This is InfertilityBuilding Better Benefits—for Bread Financial and Herself In this episode, we hear a deeply personal and professional journey. As a benefit’s leader, Deanna Allison was on a mission to bring better fertility and family building benefits to her company, Bread Financial. Simultaneously, Deanna had also just set out on her own path to parenthood, realizing she would likely need support to build a family. Deanna shares how her team's search for better benefits led them to adopt Progyny, a decision driven by lived experience, better outcomes, and the desire to truly meet their associates' needs. Deanna was able to utilize Progyny, navig...2025-04-2113 min
JPIA FiveS4 E8: ACWA JPIA & Progyny, A Fertility and Family Building BenefitIn the latest episode of the podcast, hosted by Adam Dedmon, Employee Benefits Manager at ACWA JPIA, guest Katie Wilcox, Client Success Manager from Progyny, discusses the transformative role of fertility benefits in employee health plans. Progyny offers specialized, comprehensive services for fertility and family planning. Offering innovative features like "smart cycles," Progyny provides members with a customizable package of services for individual fertility needs, as well as additional support programs, including reimbursement for adoption and doula expenses. Tune in to learn how these benefits make a difference for JPIA members!
For more on medical benefits available to members of...2025-04-0317 min
This is InfertilityHealing Through Song: Nelly Joy’s Journey Through Endometriosis, IVF, and GriefInfertility is a deeply personal and often isolating experience, but for singer-songwriter Nelly Joy, music became both an outlet and a source of connection. In this episode, Nelly shares her raw and emotional journey with endometriosis and the struggles she faced while trying to conceive, which pushed her limits physically and emotionally. From touring with country music legends to navigating the complexities of infertility, Nelly’s story is one of physical resilience, partner support, and using art to heal. Listen to her song Baby Showers to discover how Nelly Joy is turning her experiences into th...2025-03-241h 10
This is InfertilityAMH, IVF, OMG: How an At-Home Fertility Test Fast-Tracked Erin’s Path to Motherhood Newly engaged and nearing her thirties, today’s guest knew she wanted children in the future, so she opted for an at-home fertility test. The results shocked her, revealing something that changed everything - her biological clock was ticking faster than she had expected. What started as curiosity quickly became a call to action. In this episode, Erin Antoniak takes us along her journey of preserving her fertility as a back-up plan, which then evolved into a complex path to parenthood. She explains how Progyny’s family building coverage through her husband’s employer, Salesforce, gave her...2025-02-2419 min
This is InfertilitySingle Parent by Choice: Choosing Solo Motherhood and Overcoming Loss For today’s guest, becoming a mother wasn’t just a dream—it was a promise she made to herself. In her mid-30s, Erica Ward knew she wanted to be a parent more than she wanted to be a wife. By 40, she made the decision to pursue single motherhood, despite the challenges ahead. Her path wasn’t easy, from choosing a sperm donor, failed IUIs to IVF, and devastating loss. While Erica grieved for her pregnancies and felt the financial toll, she never gave up. Tune in to hear how support from Progyny’s fertility benefits and donor eg...2025-02-1017 min
HR Works: The Podcast for Human ResourcesHR Works Podcast: Deconstructing Diversity—Everyone BelongsDEI is under disruption like never before. The question is, what can HR leaders do about it? What do they tell their teams? That's why the HR Works podcast is rolling out "Deconstructing DEIB," a series designed to cut through the confusion. In this series, we'll take a deep dive into the often-misunderstood concepts of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). We're going beyond the buzzwords, exploring the nuances of each element and examining how they intersect to truly impact the employee experience.
Through insightful conversations with industry experts and thought leaders, we'll unpack what DEIB really means and uncover pract...2025-02-0434 min
This is InfertilityHow Laura Overcame Infertility and Postpartum Depression What happens when the path to parenthood takes unexpected turns? For Laura, it meant navigating the heartbreak of unexplained infertility, the frustrations of multiple failed IUIs, and the surprising joy of a positive pregnancy test during the unlikeliest of cycles. But as her story unfolds, it becomes clear that getting pregnant was just the beginning. For our 200th episode, Laura shares the honest reality of facing postpartum depression after her first pregnancy—an experience she never thought she would have after fighting to conceive. With fertility benefits through Progyny she welcomed a second child into her family a f...2025-01-2720 min
Built By PeopleCassandra Pratt, CHRO at Progyny, Inc.In this episode of the 'Built by People' podcast, host Dave interviews Cassandra Pratt, an HR executive with a rich career journey from finance to HR leadership roles in various firms. They discuss Cass's nonlinear career path, including her experiences in recruitment, finance, tech firms, and finally Progyny, where she significantly influenced company culture and benefits programs. Cass shares her strategies for tailoring benefits to meet employees' diverse needs, implementing equitable support, and fostering a transparent and inclusive work environment. Listeners will gain insights into the importance of employee wellness and benefits, the role of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs...2025-01-2717 min
This is InfertilityFood and Lifestyle to Fertility: Ashley’s Egg Freezing Journey Ashley Chukwu is a 30-year-old food and wine blogger in Atlanta, living her life without the prospect of building a family soon. So, when her mom suggested she consider freezing her eggs, Ashley decided to do some research. At the time, she knew little about the process or whether her insurance would cover it. That’s when she discovered her employer offered fertility preservation through Progyny. In this episode, Ashley shares her journey—from researching the process and navigating her benefits to handling injections and undergoing the procedure. She discusses challenges along the way, the importance of repres...2025-01-1316 min
This is InfertilitySeason 7 Spotlight: How the Right Support Created Families and Advocates Season 7 of This is Infertility continued to venture into education, advocacy, personal stories, and notably, some new areas of women’s health! As we wrap up, we're shining a spotlight on two recurring themes that have defined this season: the power of support and the ripple effect of advocacy. From their doctor’s care or employer’s benefits package to the unwavering encouragement of a partner or patient care advocate, we brought back a few episodes from this season that prove — no one’s journey has to be a solo one. This episode isn’t just a...2024-12-1617 min
The Armor Men's Health ShowEP 709: Simple As 1, 2, 3 - Learn About Male Fertility and Progyny!In this episode of The Armor Men's Health Show, Dr. Mistry and Donna Lee discuss all you ever wanted and needed to know about male fertility! Dr. Mistry will explain the definition of male fertility, how it affects the couple, how to treat it, what to expect from him as a male fertility specialist and so much more. NAU Urology Specialists now accepts premier fertility medical insurance, Progyny. To learn more about Progyny insurance, visit www.progyny.com and learn more about Dr. Mistry's expertise in fertility by visiting www.northaustinurology.com. The Armor Men's Health Show is brought to y...2024-11-2721 min
Talk with TurekEpisode 3 - Transforming Fertility (Why Men Matter!) - Dr. Janet Choi, ProgynyWhy Men Matter in the Reproductive Journey!We’re excited to bring you another compelling episode of our podcast “Talk With Turek”, where we delve deep into the critical topics of men’s health and fertility. This week, join Reproductive Urologist, Master Micro-Surgeon, and Men's Fertility Expert Dr. Paul Turek, Co-Host and Producer Rob Clyde, and Dr. Janet Choi, Reproductive Endocrinologist and Chief Medical Officer of Progyny, as they tackle these important issues. Expect Dr. Turek and Rob’s trademark witty and often hilarious banter, musing on life and the nuances of male fertility and sexual health.In th...2024-11-051h 07
This is InfertilityProtecting Her Fertility Future in the Face of Breast Cancer In honor of October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re highlighting Joyelle Fleming’s story with breast cancer, which began at the young age of 31. During her journey, Joyelle was faced with a difficult decision – what to do about her future fertility given the impact of cancer treatment. With the support of her doctors and access to fertility benefits through Progyny, Joyelle was able to freeze her eggs and focus on fighting cancer. In this episode, Joyelle reflects on her experience, from navigating fertility preservation to finding strength and support from loved ones and breast cancer advocacy...2024-10-0719 min
This is InfertilityThe Importance of Celebrating Small Wins: Mandy’s IVF Journey Today’s guest discusses her unexpected struggles with infertility. After a year of trying to conceive, Mandy Menaker trusted her instincts and decided to seek advice from others. She turned to Julie Campbell, at Progyny, who helped guide her on how to find the right fertility clinic, navigate insurance, and understand the ins and outs when it comes to fertility treatment. After the rollercoaster of emotions and multiple rounds of fertility treatment, Mandy and her husband Eric finally achieved their dream of becoming parents. But the journey didn’t stop there, Mandy later conceived her second child natur...2024-09-2328 min
This is InfertilityTeamwork makes a dream work: How Jennifer’s village made parenthood possibleToday’s episode is a story of teamwork. Along each step of her path to parenthood, Jennifer Osmond’s obstacles were overcome with the help of her village; A doctor who laid out options and supported her along the way. An employer that provided Progyny and eased the financial strain of fertility treatment. And a wife who managed the logistics of their journey so that Jennifer could focus on her well-being. Without Jennifer’s support system, her journey would not have been made possible. Guest: Jennifer Osmond, Progyny Member at AT&T Host: Dan Bu...2024-08-1212 min
This is InfertilityExperiencing the Unexpected: Sarah's IVF Journey Today’s episode is a story of trial and error. Sarah Freese was not expecting to have difficulty conceiving until she discontinued her birth control and found that her menstrual cycle didn’t return. She was suddenly thrusted into a new world, one filled with new medical terms, fertility doctors, and a treatment plan that came with a high price tag. Sarah then discovered her employer, LinkedIn, offered coverage for fertility treatment through Progyny. This meant she didn’t need to make cost-based decisions and instead was able to pursue treatment that would result in the best possible...2024-07-0116 min
IVF Prep at HealthYouniversityThe Future of Fertility Support: Progyny's Mission of Fertility Benefits in the WorkplaceIn today's episode of Health University, join Cassandra Pratt, a leading advocate in the realms of fertility, family planning, and women's health, as she shares her profound insights and personal experiences. As the Chief Human Resources Officer at Progyny, Pratt delves into the transformative role of comprehensive employee benefits in supporting individuals through their fertility journeys. This discussion not only highlights the critical intersection of healthcare and corporate responsibility but also sheds light on the evolving landscape of fertility treatments and employee wellness programs.Listeners will gain an in-depth understanding of how companies like Progyny are revolutionizing...2024-06-1328 min
This is InfertilityOvercoming the Emotional Toll of Infertility Today’s episode highlights the emotional toll that infertility can take on individuals and couples. Our guest speaks candidly on how her fertility journey affected her mental health, marriage, and perspective towards friends who found easy success with pregnancy. Hana Peters and her husband started trying to have a baby and soon realized they needed to seek additional support. In this episode, Hana shares her journey. She speaks on the unsolicited advice she received along the way and how this impacted her relationships, her initial reaction to a diagnosis of unexplained infertility, and how she was able to p...2024-05-2016 min
This is InfertilityBuilding Families with Ferring — A Win-Win Times are changing, and more employers are choosing to prioritize fertility and family building benefits to attract and retain talent. Investing in employee benefits isn't just about cost, it’s about fostering a positive employee experience, driving engagement, and ultimately enhancing business performance. Today's guest, Purvi Tailor, Vice President of Human Resources at Ferring U.S., describes Ferring’s groundbreaking approach to employee benefits. With a focus on enhancing the family building journey for employees, she discusses the implementation of the, "Building Families at Ferring" package, which includes access to unlimited financial support for family building care, 26 weeks...2024-02-1214 min
This is InfertilityUnexplained Infertility, Diminished Ovarian Reserve, and Switching Doctors Struggling with disbelief, enduring back-to-back treatments, cancelled appointments, and an overwhelming emotional toll - these experiences are all part of Sonya Heer's journey to building a family. How did she get here? Sonya and her husband embarked on what most couples do: they got married, spent some quality time together, and then wanted to expand their family. But, after months of not having success, Sonya turned to a specialist where she was diagnosed with unexplained infertility. This left Sonya with more questions, but she persevered and continued treatment. After more rounds, she realized there must be something else to...2024-01-2915 min
This is InfertilityBecoming a Single Parent by Choice: IVF + a Sperm Donor Today’s guest spent a great deal of time juggling a lot of things many tasks on a tight schedule – she was busy creating a successful career for herself , as she was creating a successful career for herself as a senior producer at a media and entertainment company2024-01-1617 min
This is InfertilityWrapping Season 6 with Your Burning Questions As the sixth season of This Is Infertility comes to a close, we wanted to thank all of our incredible listeners for keeping us part of your journey. This episode has been requested by many of our listeners, and certainly could not have been made without you. Today our host sits down with 30 of our amazing in-network reproductive endocrinologist to answer your burning questions. Wondering what these doctors are thinking along your journey? Tune in for their expert medical opinions, taste in waiting room music, and unrelenting support for the people they treat every day. For...2023-12-1817 min
This is InfertilityA Mic for the LGBTQIA+ Community: The Queer Family Podcast Almost three years ago, we published a list of our Top 17 Favorite Fertility Podcasts. Topping that list was a podcast called, If These Ovaries Could Talk, a show centered around the lesbian experience of fertility and family building. Today’s guest, Jaimie Kelton, created this podcast after going through the journey to build her family, and struggling to find relatable content and education for queer identities. As her following has grown, so has her podcast. Jaimie explains how her show has now evolved into The Queer Family Podcast, a podcast for diverse identities, and all LGBTQIA+ stories alike...2023-12-0422 min
This is InfertilityFinding the Right... Everything: A Journey of Trial and Error Today’s guest walks us through her experience with the wrong physician, the wrong clinic, the wrong treatment, the wrong coverage, and the wrong...well, everything. Sherri Sawyerr describes her experience of trial and error in pursuing parenthood, and how taking the wrong path can often pave the way for the right one. During her journey with multiple physicians and IVF cycles, inadequate coverage, limited representation, and ultimately, the decision to use donor eggs: Sherri realized that it’s important to have a voice through all of this. And she uses that voice on her YouTube...2023-11-2020 min
This is InfertilityWorkLIFE Balance: The Need for Family Building Support in the Workplace This Veteran’s Day, we’re featuring Brian Tucker, a Veteran who is outspoken about his experience with male factor infertility. He is also an HR disruptor who knows that employers, are, in part, responsible for executing the American Dream. On the path to building a family, Brian and his wife, Jenny, found themselves at a financial crossroad. Their coverage for fertility treatment was miscommunicated, which left them confused about what they actually need to pay vs what was covered. Left completely in the dark, with one common goal of having a child, they chose the only clear...2023-11-0622 min
This is InfertilityTransformative Benefits: An Inside Look at an Amazonian's Family Building Journey In the LGBTQIA+ community, options for family building are often limited – some by the ways employers choose to define infertility, and who can gain access to the benefit. Today’s guest, Stephanie Kalili, always knew she wanted to be a mom, but she didn’t know what this journey might look like for her. After meeting her wife and building a life together, Stephanie knew she was interested in conception through reciprocal IVF. The only problem was access and affordability. Luckily for Stephanie, she happens to be employed Amazon, an employer that offers inclusive family building benefits through...2023-10-2318 min
This is InfertilityEpisode 168: Egg Freezing 101 The Fertility 101 Series, because there’s no shortage of daunting terms to keep your mind running, is a quick and dirty breakdown on a specific topic with insights from a fertility expert. In today’s episode, our host speaks with Dr. Anate Brauer, IVF Director at Shady Grove Fertility New York about all things egg freezing. She answers questions ranging from, “Why do people freeze their eggs?” to “How does it even work?” If you’re questioning whether you would like to freeze your eggs, or just wonder about this modern medical practice, let this educational epis...2023-10-0920 min
This is InfertilityEgg Freezing: The Backup Plan People are increasingly having children later in life and for some, the decision is to have no children at all. Those who teeter between the options, unsure of their decision, know that one thing is true; time is ticking. Today’s guest, Shannon Fender, wasn’t always certain about parenthood, but at one point she realized she should put things in place in case that was something she wanted to pursue in the future. In this episode, Shannon dives into her experience with egg freezing and her gratitude for employers like hers, who have chosen to invest in the...2023-09-2524 min
This is InfertilityReproductive Urologists and Endocrinologists: What’s the Difference? September is Urology Awareness Month, which is quite necessary considering there are less than four hundred practicing Reproductive Urologists in the United States. This episode serves as an opportunity to understand the intense training it takes to become a Reproductive Urologist (RU), what role they play in men’s health and reproductive health, as well as how they work in conjunction with Reproductive Endocrinologists. In today’s episode, Progyny’s Chief Medical Officer and Reproductive Endocrinologist, Dr. Janet Choi gives insight into the role of RUs and how they differ from Reproductive Endocrinologists (2023-09-1116 min
This is InfertilityFertility 101: Menopause The Fertility 101 Series, because there’s no shortage of daunting terms to keep your mind running, is a quick and dirty breakdown on a specific topic with insights from a fertility expert. In today’s episode, Progyny’s Chief Medical Officer and Reproductive Endocrinologist, Dr. Janet Choi gives an overview about all the things you need to know about menopause. Menopause has long been an undiscussed and overlooked medical issue despite the fact that it will impact half of the population after the age of 50. While the scope of care for those going t...2023-08-2828 min
This is InfertilityEndometriosis, Male-Factor Infertility, and the Waiting Game Football is a waiting game. Fans all over America watch their teams anxiously for months with one common desire, a chance to win. Today’s guest, Patriots fan, Chris Callahan, knows this waiting game quite well and it may have even prepared him for the most worthwhile wait of his life – the journey to his son, Brady. In this episode, Chris dives into their dual diagnosis of endometriosis and male-factor infertility, and the obstacles he and his wife faced on their path to parenthood. While they did have fertility coverage through Chris’ work, two rounds of IVF were s...2023-08-1422 min
This is InfertilityEmpowering Resilience: A Broken Brown Egg AHA Grant Winner's Story In Episode 86: The Broken Brown Egg, we were introduced to Regina Townsend, the passionate voice behind The Broken Brown Egg; a blog, resource hub, community, and nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering, informing, and advocating for those who are questioning or dealing with infertility, with a particular focus on the Black experience. Today, we meet Sametra Thompson, an active-duty service member in the U.S Army. After receiving a diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and experiencing a life-threatening ectopic pregnancy2023-07-3126 min
Digital Health HeavyweightsEpisode 5 - Transforming Healthcare: A Journey with Julie Stadlbauer from CIGNA to ProgynyJoin host Norm Volsky on an illuminating episode of Digital Health Heavyweights, as he engages in a captivating conversation with the accomplished Julie Stadlbauer. In this episode, Norm explores Julie's remarkable career journey, from her influential roles at CIGNA and Bloom Health to her current position as a driving force at Progyny.Julie Stadlbauer, a seasoned professional and digital health visionary, has left an indelible mark on the industry through her diverse experiences. Norm delves into Julie's early career at CIGNA, a global health services company, where she honed her expertise in healthcare and gained valuable insights...2023-07-2550 min
Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family BuildingArielle Bogorad, Progyny SVP, Employer Market Strategy and ServicesIn 2017, Arielle Bogorad was diagnosed with unexplained infertility and, after more than a year of trying IVF drugs, she was told she was a “poor responder” to them and would have a hard time achieving chromosomally normal embryos. Today, Ali talks to her about her family building journey, including how, in 2019, she was able to obtain 2 normal embryos with one being transferred and resulting in her having a beautiful baby girl that September. The exorbitant cost of fertility treatment would have been too expensive for Arielle and her family, but she was able to move forward and have her daught...2023-07-2137 min
This is InfertilityFertility 101: Unexplained Infertility The Fertility 101 Series, because there’s no shortage of daunting terms to keep your mind running, is a quick and dirty breakdown on a specific topic with insights from a fertility expert. In today’s episode, Dr. Callum Potts breaks down the unexplained infertility diagnosis. He walks us through the four factors of fertility, how they work collectively to create a natural pregnancy, and why these four factors could test normally without positive results. Dr. Pott’s discusses treatment options such as IUI and IVF, and how someone may decide on which path to take. While an...2023-07-1719 min
This is InfertilityThe Hadwins: The Weight of the Wait Jessica Hadwin, like many in this community, was given an incredibly frustrating diagnosis – unexplained infertility. Answers are typically comforting and for Jessica there were none until she experienced two devasting miscarriages. But how do we find the answers? For Jessica it was through additional research from the lab. After a few tests, it revealed chromosomal abnormalities to be the reason why her previous pregnancies ended in a loss. In this episode hear how Jessica navigated her family building journey – to include using pre–implantation genetic testing for aneuploidy (PGT-A), how she dealt with loss, and why she st...2023-07-0331 min
This is InfertilityMale-Factor Infertility: IVF & the Unexpected Today’s guest, Lizzy Colas, went into her marriage knowing she would likely need IVF to have a baby since her partner was diagnosed with male-factor infertility. What the couple didn’t know was how frustrating this process would be. Lizzy shares how they were able to navigate their journey, the support from their loved ones, and why they advocated for themselves throughout the entire process. Lizzy makes a few things clear – the impact of having access to a comprehensive family building benefit and how a doctor can make all the difference. 2023-06-1926 min
This is InfertilityLGBTQ+ Family Building: Pride and Path to xHood June is Pride Month and with all the different paths to parenthood available for LGBTQ+ couples and individuals, it’s a great time to elevate these voices within the community. Today’s episode features Mia Cooley, a Black, queer, mother of three whose desire to connect with families that looked like hers, created an inclusive community called xHood. xHood is a safe space that supports Black and queer families through the journey of parenthood. It’s an area that’s often challenged by a lack of representation in the healthcare industry, in parenting groups, and even in local...2023-06-0517 min
OHNE AKTIEN WIRD SCHWER - Tägliche Börsen-News“Marvell = Nvidia der Bandbreiten” - Tesla, Nvidia & Befruchtung durch ProgynyDas Buch zum Podcast? JETZT vorbestellen. Lieber als Newsletter? Geht auch.Juventus steigt, aber Fußball & Börse sind schwierig. Nicht schwierig sind die Zeiten für Nvidia. Auch Tesla geht’s gut. Dank China. Außerdem will Bill Gates Amazon abschaffen.Befruchtungskliniken sind ein Wachstumsmarkt. Progyny (WKN: A2PT5Q) ist ein Profiteur.Der KI-Chip-Hype ist real. Marvell Technology (WKN: A3CNLD) ist ein Profiteur.Diesen Podcast vom 31.05.2023, 3:00 Uhr stellt dir die Podstars GmbH...2023-05-3112 min
This is InfertilityThe Long Road to Building a Family Seven years ago, Michelle Meyer and her husband, Alex, had no idea what was in store for them and their dreams of starting a family. Those years were filled with multiple diagnoses (from male factor infertility, Hashimoto thyroiditis, and endometriosis), fertility treatments (IUI, medicated cycles, and IVF), and a mix of emotions from failed transfers and miscarriages. In this episode, Michelle shares the journey they’ve been on, the impact of Wayfair’s family building benefit through Progyny, and how she feels optimistic on what lies ahead. Guest: 2023-05-2231 min
This is InfertilityA Teacher’s Quest to Parenthood We always talk about enacting change on this podcast and that’s exactly what today’s guest did when she felt her journey was at a halt. In honor of National Teacher’s Appreciation Week, meet Tara Stark, a teacher, who shares her experience after being diagnosed with diminished ovarian reserve, faced multiple failed rounds of IVF, and a pregnancy loss. Tara was frustrated and knew she needed a change. She also needed financial support to afford these treatments. So that’s exactly what Tara did. She sought out a school district with the kind of benefits she saw necessar...2023-05-0817 min
This is Infertility#NIAW: Building a Family After Loss Today’s episode is a great example of the magic some people experience on their path to parenthood. When Sarah and her husband Brian started trying at a time that felt right for them, they realized other factors may be at play, in this case, male factor, to be exact. For Sarah, the IVF process ran smoothly and successfully. And part of this was due to the fact that she had access to an employer-sponsored benefit through AT&T, so her financial burden of treatment was relieved by the Progyny benefit. As smooth as her process may have...2023-04-2430 min
This is Infertility#NIAW: The Catalyst to Bringing Fertility and Family Building Benefits to Her Employer It’s National Infertility Awareness Week and this year we have one central theme – one we discuss frequently on this podcast – the importance and need for employer-sponsored fertility and family building benefits. We’ve heard from previous guests about how to advocate for coverage from within an organization, the view point from a benefits consultant on why it’s important, and today’s guest sheds light on what it was like to find a family building benefit while being a patient herself. In this episode we hear how Ashley S. went through her own infertility struggle that led to a diag...2023-04-1020 min
This is InfertilityRescripting the Conversation Around Fertility Today’s guest was thrusted into the world of infertility and soon became a co-founder to address the lack of education when it came to reproductive health. Kristyn Hodgdon was first diagnosed with PCOS after getting married and embarked on a long journey which included IUI, IVF, miscarriage, twins, and everything in between. Along this journey, Kristyn came to the conclusion that there was no reason to bear the experience of fertility treatment alone. A cathartic blog turned into 2023-03-2721 min
This is InfertilityBundle of Joy via a Gestational Surrogate This episode features a guest who is not new to this podcast, or to Progyny at all. You may remember her from Episode 34: Transforming Pain into Bundles of Joy, where she described turning her experience with infertility into the Bundles of Joy foundation which has now distributed a million dollars in grant money to those struggling with infertility. Today Samantha Busch joins us to discuss her most recent step on her family building journey, gestational surrogacy. She shares what’s been happening over the last few years, what the transition was like to carrying her own child, to h...2023-03-1335 min
This is InfertilityThe Infertility Crisis in Canada In today’s episode our guest, Carolynn Dubé, shares her family building journey with a few universal themes and emotions that many of our guests and this community has shared – the frustration, disappointment, sadness, and moments of hope. Carolynn also opens the question of, is Canada doing enough to support those struggling with infertility? Join us as Carolynn shares her experience with male factor infertility, multiple rounds of IVF, the emotional and financial toll this journey took on her and her husband, and how she’s on a mission to change access to family building care in Canada w...2023-02-2724 min
This is InfertilityWhen the Right Decision is a Difficult OneIn honor of Black History Month, we’re highlighting a story that we know all too well – the fight with fibroids. This condition impacts about 80% of Black women and while it’s common, many will never know they have it or require medical intervention. In today’s episode, we speak to Shannon Walker about the barriers to expanding her family. She’s challenged with secondary infertility, fibroids, the COVID-19 pandemic, financial barriers, and physicians who didn’t understand her needs. Shannon was starting to lose hope till one day her husband joined Microsoft. She quickly learned about the Progyny b...2023-02-1327 min
This is InfertilityFertility 101: Preparing for Your First Fertility Clinic AppointmentThe Fertility 101 Series, because there’s no shortage of daunting terms to keep your mind running, is a quick and dirty breakdown on a specific topic with insights from a fertility expert. In today’s episode, our host speaks with five doctors about how a person can prepare to meet with a fertility doctor. They answer questions ranging from, “What should you bring to the initial evaluation?” to, “What is a transvaginal ultrasound and how do you prepare for that?” Let this episode serve as a good starting place to ease any anxiety or questions about the famil...2023-01-3018 min
This is InfertilityHow a Former Googler Formed His FamilyWelcome back to season six of This is Infertility! As you may have heard from the trailer, we have a new season filled with new guests, new stories, and new twists and turns but one thing that has stayed constant through all the episodes and seasons – people who want to share their story with the infertility community. In today’s episode, we hear from Russ Freyman, a former Google employee, who wanted to continue to build his family with his wife. After trying for some time, they found themselves hitting a wall. So, they decided to turn to me...2023-01-1621 min
This is InfertilityThis is Infertility - Season 6 TrailerThis is Infertility is back with a brand-new season! Join us on Jan 16th as we kick off season 6. We have new guests, new twists, new turns, and stories filled with hope, wonder, and everything in between. Be sure to subscribe and share this podcast with your family, friends, and loved ones. We’ll be releasing a new episode every other week. 2023-01-0901 min
This is InfertilityYear End Recap: This is Infertility Season 5 At Progyny, we believe in the flexibility and power of giving patients the ability to choose -- choose their doctors, choose the best treatment plan, and ultimately choose what feels comfortable during their journey. For this season’s recap, we decided to highlight episodes that featured choice and adversity and how some of our guests have overcome the unfortunate realities we sometimes face on the path to parenthood. As a result of physical, emotional, and financial roadblocks, we now know how important it is to advocate for fertility benefits in the workplace. If you want help and do...2022-12-1923 min
This is InfertilityA Teacher’s Dream to Become a MomToday’s episode highlights something we talk about a lot on This Is Infertility — how a fertility doctor can make a huge difference in one’s journey. Today’s guest, Amber Walther, discovered soon after trying to start a family, that the process wouldn’t be so “cut and dry.” As a teacher, Amber’s plan was to take some time from school and hopefully return after the summer break with a new family member. Nowhere in her plan did she account for how much time it would take to find the right care. In this episode, we’ll hear about...2022-12-0519 min