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Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 526: Doree's Day Doree celebrates her birthday with balloons, cake, and sweet cards from Matt and Henry. Listeners offer unemployment reassurance and a mini-golf rant, and Matt's T-ball corner returns.Support us on Patreon and get up to two bonus episodes per month, plus ad-free episodes! Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure.Call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. We love getting your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-2047 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 519: All Is WellWe discuss our unplanned week off and reflect on Matt's parents' visit. We give potty training advice to a listener and Matt guides a listener through a home DIY.Support us on Patreon and get up to two bonus episodes per month, plus ad-free episodes! Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure.Call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. We love getting your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-0142 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 512: Deda WeekendMatt's on duty all weekend while Doree is off to ANOTHER tennis weekend. We get some updates from listeners about NIPT tests and how the podcast has made an impact, and another listener thanks Matt for his home improvement DIY skills.Support us on Patreon and get up to two bonus episodes per month, plus ad-free episodes! Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure.Call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. We love getting your messages! Hosted on Acast...2025-02-0447 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 503: Family AffairDoree's dad is in town and Matt's on some new meds. A listener writes in with some fresh transfer anecdata and the egg signal goes out about whether you should get fertility testing even if you don't want kids. Plus, a listener has a suggestion for a project for Matt.It's Bake Off season! Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog, AND our Great British Bake Off recaps! Main eps are also available AD-FREE at the $10 tier and above. Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure....2024-11-2550 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 497: Cry Me an ExtracurricularDoree reveals why she cried this morning and Matt reminds her that there's an easy way to solve her problem. We hear from a linguistics professor about being the grammar police and another listener is the bearer of bad news about endocrine disruptors. Plus, Matt takes a stroll down memory lane thanks to a listener who grew up nearby.It's Bake Off season! Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog, AND our Great British Bake Off recaps! Main eps are also available AD-FREE at the $10...2024-10-1552 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 494: Baby Cold PlungeWe discuss Matt's weekend of heavy dadding and Doree is grateful for an Egghead's support. Listeners have more thoughts about Christian school and only children, and whether it's ok to negotiate with 5-year-olds. Plus, a listener has a soda rec for Matt.Mentioned in this episode:https://www.emboldify.com/https://www.loveandleadershippod.com/Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog! This episode is also available AD-FREE at the $10 tier and above. Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure.2024-09-2450 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 490: Still an IVF PodcastA couple of listeners come in hot with some big IVF questions and we're reminded that we are still an IVF podcast, despite long digressions into the similarities and differences between golf and tennis. Matt is also vindicated by some "pinch poke" devotees and listeners also have thoughts on why Matt has been getting so winded lately.Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog! This episode is also available AD-FREE at the $10 tier and above. Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure.An...2024-08-2655 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 484: Sleep TestingMatt has an update on his sleep test and Doree wonders if there's a way out of the abyss. (Matt says yes!) Listeners have thoughts on embryos and also have advice for Matt on getting bloodstains out of clothing. And we clarify our posting schedule and why it's been a little wonky lately.Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog! This episode is also available AD-FREE at the $10 tier and above. Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure.And don't forget to c...2024-07-1645 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 483: Course CorrectionMatt gets into a scrape on the golf course and Doree unlocks a new Henry achievement. Then listeners have thoughts about extra embryos and whether it's selfish to have kids "later," and Matt gives golf club advice to someone who wants to take up the sport.Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog! This episode is also available AD-FREE at the $10 tier and above. Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure.And don't forget to call or text us at 413-461-BABY o...2024-07-0944 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 481: My WiiiiiifeMatt has to deal with a broken phone and Doree resurrects the New Car Curse. Listeners tell us about their love for slip-ins, the "last embryo" signal goes out, a listener has a career pivot idea for Doree, and Matt clarifies why he's not on Wegovy.Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog! This episode is also available AD-FREE at the $10 tier and above. Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure.And don't forget to call or text us at 413-461-BABY o...2024-06-2547 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 480: Slipping Into Father's DayMatt's life is changed by a pair of shoes and Doree laments how a 20-minute nap can ruin bedtime. A listener writes in with advice to feel your feelings, and listeners also have job ideas for us. Plus, Matt responds to questions about guitars, baseball cards, Disney, and Ozempic.Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog! This episode is also available AD-FREE at the $10 tier and above. Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure.And don't forget to call or text us a...2024-06-1852 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 466: No More Car TroubleMatt fixes the car and Doree has a disastrous time getting out of the house. Then we hear an update about a listener's transfer, another listener asks us to make a prediction, and another listener understands what Matt's going through.Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog! This episode is also available AD-FREE at the $10 tier and above. Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure.And don't forget to call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.co...2024-03-1155 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 462: Game, Set, MattMatt drives all over Los Angeles so Doree can make it to a tennis match. (No, the other car still isn't fixed.) A listener makes the case for getting a second opinion and another listener makes the case that you should live where you want, even if it's away from family. Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog! This episode is also available AD-FREE at the $10 tier and above. Sign up at patreon.com/eggcellent adventure.And don't forget to call or te...2024-02-1255 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 461: Staying on TaskMatt has a new plan to get work done AND make some quick cash. We offer our thoughts to a listener who's debating between an embryo transfer and trying to get pregnant the non-IVF way, and commiserate with another couple of listeners who are really going through it. Plus, a listener takes Matt to task for not dealing with his sleep apnea and we have thoughts on how to do Disney with a sensory-avoidant 4.5 year old.Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog! This episode...2024-02-051h 01Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 457: Accountability InspoDoree gives Matt some much-needed accountability inspo and comes up with a plan to downsize. Listeners have thoughts about weaning before an egg retrieval, and also have opinions about cinnamon rolls. Plus, another listener is auditioning for the role of Matt's new agent.Join our Patreon, where you can get up to two bonus eps per month plus our back catalog! patreon.com/eggcellent adventureAnd don't forget to call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. Hosted on Ac...2024-01-0851 min
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyIntroducing Too Much MoneyDoree's new podcast is here! In this first episode, Doree and Jo discuss the 2007 story of two A-list celebrities who went head-to-head in a heated auction for a rare Tyrannasaurus skull. And only one would emerge the winner.That auction was only one small piece of a massive global investigation into the illegal markets where very rich folks buy and sell illegal dinosaur fossils to decorate their homes and real estate development offices. Because at the end of the day nothing conveys wealth and power like a T-Rex in your atrium.Subscribe on...2023-11-1440 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 449: Birth ChartDoree wants to do Matt's birth chart and also wonders about doing one for the 101 Freeway, while Matt teaches Henry blackjack (sorry, 21). A listener wonders how to tell her children how their embryos were created at the same time but they're different ages, and another listener brings back bad memories of the Mean German Lady on a Bike. Plus, Doree gets excited about a listener's mattress rec.Join our Patreon, where we're recapping Great British Bake Off/Baking Show every week in addition to our regular bonus eps! patreon.com/eggcellent adventureAnd d...2023-10-3055 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 443: Dropping HintsMatt finds some great tamales and Doree just wants everyone to be clear about what they want. The egg signal goes out for "bulky placenta" and another listener shares her mini IVF experience. Plus, Matt gets advice about tracking down his medications.Call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. Subscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/eggcellentadventure and get up to two bonus eps per month, plus the entire back catalog! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-1857 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 441: Attention DeficitMatt's having trouble staying focused because he can't get his ADHD meds and we give an update on Beau (all is well!). A listener shares their progesterone shot strategy and we (i.e., mostly Matt) have thoughts on Tara Lipinski's new podcast. Plus, Doree shares her birthday gift hack.Call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. Subscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/eggcellentadventure and get up to two bonus eps per month, plus the entire back catalog! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...2023-09-0555 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 437: Party OnDoree throws Matt a last-minute surprise party for his 40th birthday. A listener sends out the egg signal for adult only children and another listener commiserates with Matt. Plus, we get more Wegman's insight and a listener has a theory about Bluey.Call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. Subscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/eggcellentadventure and get up to two bonus eps per month, plus the entire back catalog! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...2023-08-0746 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 427: Butt StuffThe podcast is a day late because of Matt's butt. TW: Matt's butt. Lots of Matt's butt in this episode. Did we mention that Matt talks about his butt a lot? Also, listeners have thoughts about mini IVF and how to handle visitors postpartum, and the egg signal goes out for name suggestions for a listener's new podcast idea.Call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. Subscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/eggcellentadventure and get up to two bonus eps per month, plus the entir...2023-05-2344 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 411: Icing on the CakeHenry has an unfortunate conclusion to a birthday party. A listener wonders whether her eggs are too old and Matt gives advice to another listener with postpartum anxiety.Call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. Subscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/eggcellentadventure and get up to two bonus eps per month, plus the entire back catalog!Mentioned on this episode:- Impression of Matt Berry’s Steven Toast reading Prince Harry’s book goes viral: https://www.nme.com/ne...2023-01-2354 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyReplay Ep 225: He Looks Like A HenryWe're on vacation! So we're replaying a classic episode for you. Enjoy and we'll be back with a new ep next week!Henry Julian Mira is here! And we want to tell you all the details of how he came into the world last week.Call or text us at 413-461-BABY, or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-111h 01Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 355: Emotion SensorWe recap our trip to Disney World and reflect on Henry's emotional state. Then a listener sends out the embryo thawing signal and another listener asks about weight restrictions and IVF.Buy an inscribed copy of Doree's book by Dec. 3 for Christmas delivery! https://www.booksoup.com/order-signed-copy-thanks-waiting-doree-shafrirCall or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-291h 00Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 342: Guilding the LilyMatt gets philosophical about work, Doree gives an update on potty training, and we hear from listeners about everything from exercise post-transfer to postpartum psychosis. Plus, a listener has a crucial Matt and Doree history question.Please call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com.This episode is sponsored by:- HelloFresh. Go to HelloFresh.com/adventure14 and use code adventure14 for up to 14 free meals plus free shipping.- Uncommon Goods. To get 15% off your next gift, go to un...2021-08-2357 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 336: Happy Happy Happy HappyHenry has a new favorite song and a listener asks Doree to reflect on learning to get over nasty criticism. Plus, the extra embryos signal goes out and listeners weigh in on emotional reactions to certain songs.You can get a personalized copy of Doree's book THANKS FOR WAITING at https://www.booksoup.com/order-signed-copy-thanks-waiting-doree-shafrir.Please call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.com.This episode is sponsored by:KiwiCo. Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on select crates at kiwico...2021-07-121h 05Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 335: A Comedy of ErrorsWhat's the Fourth of July without some travel misadventures?You can still order a personalized copy of Doree's book! https://www.booksoup.com/order-signed-copy-thanks-waiting-doree-shafrirPlease call us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. We'll be back to regular programming next week.This episode is sponsored by:Bombas. Go to Bombas.com/adventure today, and get 20% off your first order.HelloFresh. Go to HelloFresh.com/adventure14 and use code adventure14 for up to 14 free meals plus free shipping.Molekule. For a limited...2021-07-0545 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyListen to an Eggcellent Excerpt From Thanks for WaitingIn this exclusive audio excerpt from Doree's new book, THANKS FOR WAITING: The Joy (& Weirdness) of Being a Late Bloomer, she talks about first learning that she and Matt would have to undergo fertility treatments in order to get pregnant and what inspired them to start Eggcellent Adventure. Download THANKS FOR WAITING at libro.fm, Audible or wherever you get your audiobooks.Audio excerpted from THANKS FOR WAITING: The Joy (& Weirdness) of Being a Late Bloomer by Doree Shafrir, read by the author. Copyright 2021 by Doree Shafrir. Production Copyright 2021, Penguin Random House, LLC. All rights reserved.2021-06-2920 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 330: Beta TestingWe got the results of our beta test. Plus we hear about PIO shots and whether estrogen can cause hives, and try to solve a medical mystery.Register by June 1 to come to our bonus podcast on June 14! Just pre-order Doree's book and go to doree-shafrir.com to sign up.Call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com.This episode is sponsored by:- Wondercide. Try Wondercide Flea & Tick Spray for 20% off at wondercide.com/eggcellent.- Lovev...2021-05-3156 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 329: The 10-Day WaitWe discuss Doree's upcoming beta test and hear from a listener about her own experience with mosaic embryos. Plus, the egg signal goes out about PIO shots and a mysterious case of hives.Don't forget to pre-order Doree's book by June 1 to get to come to our LIVE bonus pod recording on June 14! Register at doree-shafrir.com/pre-order.Call or text us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com.This episode is sponsored by:- KiwiCo. Get 30% off your first month plus...2021-05-2457 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 328: Hatch TrickWe discuss Doree's embryo transfer and our seemingly excited embryo. Then we dig into what the embryo's deletion could mean, hear from listeners about vasa previa and Matt gets schooled on the color Doppler.Join us on June 14th for a very special live bonus podcast episode! Just pre-order Doree's book and register at doree-shafrir.com/pre-order.Call us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com.This episode is sponsored by:- KiwiCo. Get 30% off your first month plus FREE shipping on A...2021-05-1746 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 327: Wrong BatchWe discuss spending Mother's Day at Disneyland and Henry's newfound love for swimming. A signal goes out for a woman who's struggling with her closest friends and sister-in-law all having babies during the pandemic, and we get some info from listeners on PCOS, "natural" cycles, and Vasa Previa.We also reveal the pre-order incentive for Doree's book Thanks for Waiting: a live bonus episode podcast recording on June 14! All you have to do is pre-order from any retailer and register at doree-shafrir.com/pre-order. If you can't make it, no worries: the episode will be available...2021-05-1042 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 325: Tee TimeWe discuss Matt's renewed love of golf and Doree's secondary love language. We hear from a listener who has an embryo that also has a segmental deletion who has some interesting information for us, and we respond to a listener who wants to know how Matt became okay with the idea of having two kids.Plus: we want to hear from you about Doree's book pre-order! What kind of pre-order incentive would be the most enticing for you? Let us know at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com, or call or text us at 413-461-BA...2021-04-1951 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 321: DoreefeedMatt feels like he doesn't know what Doree's been up to because he's not on social media anymore, and Doree has a solution for him. Plus, the blastocyst dropoff signal goes out, and listeners weigh in on potty training, being a young parent, being an old parent, and more. AND, make sure to check the Matt & Doree's Eggcellent Adventure Facebook group for a giveaway of an advance copy of Doree's new book THANKS FOR WAITING! You can also pre-order Doree's book at linktr.ee/doreeshafrir.Please call or text us at 413-461-BABY and email us...2021-03-2952 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 313: Doree-BotMatt tells the world how much he appreciates Doree, while Doree admits she's already started thinking about Matt's 40th birthday — even though she thought he was a year younger than he actually is. Meanwhile, listeners responded to the amnio signal and asked for advice about one last IVF, nannies, and ovulation pain. Plus, Doree gives her best tips for how to prepare for Covid.Please call or text us at 413-461-BABY (2229). You can also email us at doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.com, or email us a voice memo.This episode is spo...2021-02-011h 03Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 311: The One Where Matt Got CovidYep, that's right: Matt has Covid. We discuss his experience testing positive, how we've been trying to keep Doree and Henry healthy, and how he's feeling. Then Doree takes over for the rest of the show to answer listener questions in a somewhat random order, because she's dealing with five million things right now.Please call or text us at 413-461-BABY. You can also email us at doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.com. We also love emailed voice memos!This episode is sponsored by:Uncommon Goods. To get 15% off your...2021-01-1849 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 295: Safety DanceMatt explains what life on the set has been like with all of the new safety procedures in place. We get an update from the listener whose sister is no longer speaking to her after her pregnancy announcement, and the embryo donation signal goes out (Matt had to rifle through his signal files, but he found it). We also respond to a listener's question about our kid's future now that the world is crumbling around us.Please call us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com....2020-09-2157 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 293: Feelin' Hot Hot HotThe SoCal heat is melting us, but we're soldiering on. Matt survived week two of work and Doree survived a week of intense writing, and Henry just kept being Henry. We hear from a lot of you about performance anxiety on retrieval day, and get some more thyroid info. Then we give advice to a listener who's struggling to make a decision about potentially retesting her embryos, and another listener wonders who the new guy is.Pre-order Doree's memoir Thanks for Waiting! linktr.ee/doreeshafrirCall us at 413-461-BABY or email us...2020-09-0755 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 292: Feeling BetterEveryone's feeling pretty good about Matt being back at work, and Doree's book now has a cover *and* is available for pre-order! Eggheads, you know what to do. Pre-order her book here: linktr.ee/doreeshafrir. And yes, she will be reading the audiobook, which you can also pre-order! Plus, Matt decides that the thyroid signal is staying ON, and we also send out the performance anxiety signal for a listener whose husband was unable to do the deed on the day of her retrieval. And a listener sends us the email templates he used to successfully advocate for additional...2020-08-311h 00Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 291: Work It OutMatt's feeling some type of way about going back to work, and we discuss the results of Doree's latest appointment with DKB. We also hear from a couple more old moms and get some guidance for the listener who thought she might have thyroid issues, and several listeners reach out about their miscarriage experiences.Please call us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com.This episode is sponsored by:- Pretty Litter. Make it a no stink summer with PrettyLitter TODAY by visiting http://Pretty...2020-08-241h 03Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 288: Cry It OutHenry reaaaaalllly put us through the ringer today, but we soldier on. We discuss next steps after getting the results of Matt's semen analysis, and report back from Henry's 15-month appointment. We also get some answers for the pregnant powerlifter and the woman who's been living separately from her husband because of the pandemic, and the double-incision C-section signal goes out.Please fill out our listener survey! We appreciate it! http://www.survey.fan/eggcellentCall us at 413-461-BABY or email us at doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.com.Th...2020-08-031h 03Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 287: Analyze ThisMatt's gearing up for his semen analysis on Monday, while Doree finally gives Matt his Father's Day present. We hear from a listener who's wondering whether she can continue powerlifting while pregnant, and another listener wonders whether she needs to continue to quarantine from her husband. Plus, Matt gives some tech advice and we get a recommendation for a name for a potential season 3.Please fill out our survey! It helps get us advertisers, which helps keep the lights on over here. http://www.survey.fan/eggcellent Call us at 413...2020-07-2756 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 286: OK BoomerWe go on a tangent about cultural touchstones and Doree decides that Matt is a boomer in millennial clothing. Plus, we hear from a couple of new parents of science babies and another listener whose partner had zero sperm, and we try to give advice to parents who are struggling with whether to send their kids back to school. And Matt weighs in on how to make your internet faster and which gaming chair to buy.Call us at 413-461-BABY or email us at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com.Today's sho...2020-07-2058 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 285: What's Your Tendency?Doree made a childcare schedule, and Matt had some thoughts about it. Plus we hear from listeners who had similar zero sperm experiences, and give advice to a teacher who's wondering if she should go back to work in person, and a listener who's about to meet her birth mother for the first time. And Matt has an existential crisis when he learns about Gretchen Rubin's Four Tendencies.Call us at 413-461-BABY or email us at doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.com.This episode is sponsored by:- HelloFresh. Go...2020-07-1357 minMatt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 284: Words of IVF-firmationDoree's gotten very into Animal Crossing, which prompts Matt to reminisce about his Red Dead Redemption days. A listener wonders if we have unresolved IVF PTSD and speculates about our love languages, and we discuss Matt's lifestyle changes as he tries to improve his sperm. Plus, a listener asks about our thoughts on Disneyland reopening.Call us at 413-461-BABY or email us at doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.com.This episode is sponsored by:- Rothy's. Check out all the amazing shoes and bags available right now at Rothys.com/A...2020-07-0655 min
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyReplay: Ep 11: My Two DadsWe revisit one of our favorite episodes this week. Doree and Matt ring in the new year with a very special guest: their friend Marc, who's also using science to have a baby with his husband, Chris. Doree and Matt talk to Marc about selecting an egg donor and a surrogate, how much everything costs ($$$$), what it's like when things don't work out the way you planned, and how to stay sane during the process.Call us at 413-461-BABY or email us at doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.com.This episode...2020-03-091h 12
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 257: Matt Misses the InternetMatt goes on a little walk down the internet's memory lane while we discuss Henry's newfound mobility. We also hear updates from a couple of listeners and get a lot of advice about cats and babies.Call us: 413-461-BABYEmail us: doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.comThis episode is sponsored by:Holiday Inn Club Vacations. 23 Holiday Inn Club Vacations resorts in destinations across the U.S., including Florida, Texas and more, are perfect for family vacations and group retreats. For more information, visit hcv.vacations/adventure.Four...2019-12-091h 02
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 256: Talking TurkeyMatt saved Thanksgiving, but now we're worried that everyone might be getting sick — so Doree made us take a last-minute trip to the pediatric urgent care. A bunch of listeners weighed in on the eclampsia email from last week, and we also sent out the New Job, Newly Pregnant signal and the Cat and Baby signal. Plus, Matt has now been sufficiently chastised about his turkey recipe and he will never have to scramble to find it again.Call us: 413-461-BABYEmail us: doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.comThis episode is...2019-12-021h 02
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 250: Happy FourthDoree and Matt wish each other a Happy Fourth... anniversary. We hear from listeners who want us to know that #notallcyclists are jerks, and Matt checks in with Doree about whether she's still thinking about trying for a sibling for Henry. Plus, the echogenic bowel signal goes out, and a listener reaffirms Doree's belief that there is mass confusion surrounding how many weeks are in a month.Call us: 413-461-BABYEmail us: doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.comSupport us on Patreon: patreon.com/eggcellentadventureThis episode is sponsored...2019-10-211h 09
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 249: Rash DecisionsHenry's got a rash, we get into a discussion about whether we want to have more kids after a listener writes in about how do you wrap your head around being "done," and Matt has an unpleasant encounter with a fellow cyclist. Plus, a LOT of you had thoughts about baby touching, and after a question about our baby gear recommendations, Doree suggests doing a whole episode devoted to baby gear, which Matt seems to veto.Call us and leave a voicemail to be played on the show: 413-461-BABYEmail us: doreeandmatt@gmail.com...2019-10-141h 12
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 240: Back to WorkMatt's back at work and can't believe how much Henry has grown. Then we discuss meeting with a real estate broker, Matt tries to explain his obsession with Mount Everest, and we get gently corrected about a few things we said last week.Email us at doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.com, or leave us a voicemail at 413-461-BABY. To learn more, visit eggcellentadventure.com. Support us on Patreon and get up to two bonus episodes per month.This episode is sponsored by:Unspoken Stories. Listen to Unspoken Stories for free wherever...2019-08-1259 min
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 237: Repeat OffenderLook, Matt is VERY SORRY about all of the recent repeating episodes, and he's decided to make it up to you by weighing in on the very upsetting story of the woman who gave birth to the wrong embryos. The egg signal goes out for a woman who is wondering if there's anyone else out there with a disability who is married to a trans woman who froze her sperm prior to transitioning (we assured her that there was, so please, show yourselves!). We also hear from listeners with advice for nurses and for anyone looking for a daycare. Plus...2019-07-221h 11
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 232: Just You WaitMatt reflects on his first Father's Day, and Doree learns that she loves baby wearing. Plus the uterus signal goes out for a listener who had a wonky transfer, we get follow ups from a couple of listeners who we heard from last week — including a very important clarification on the Christmas Expo — and we also hear some advice for breastfeeding with a bad back that Matt decides will be useful for him.To support us on Patreon visit patreon.com/eggcellentadventure. Leave us a voicemail at 413-461-BABY and send us an email at doreeandmatt@gmail.com...2019-06-171h 17
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 225: He Looks Like A HenryHenry Julian Mira is here! And we want to tell you all the details of how he came into the world last week.To learn more, visit eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast and Henry's college fund (or at the very least, diaper fund) on Patreon, visit patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is sponsored by:Bona Floor Cleaners. To receive exclusive offers and to learn more visit Bona.com/EGGCELLENT.Stitch Fix. Get started today at StitchFix.com/ADVENTURE to try Stitch Fix with NO styling fee and get an extra 25% off when you k...2019-04-291h 01
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEp 223: Womb ServiceDoree Shafrir the Boy is gaining weight like a champ and still shows no interest in vacating the premises. We hear from listeners about infertility insurance coverage, diblings, and an "incompetent cervix," and a signal goes out for anyone who might be dealing with the illness of an extended family member.To learn more, visit eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast on Patreon and get up to two bonus episodes per month, visit patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is sponsored by:Bona Floor Cleaners. To receive exclusive offers and to learn more visit Bona...2019-04-151h 11
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 216: Goodnight SweetheartWe discuss the latest with Beau's baby prep... and our baby prep. Plus, a listener question has us pondering whether a sibling for Doree Shafrir the Man is realistic.To learn more, visit eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast on Patreon, visit patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.Please fill out our podcast survey at podsurvey.com/adventure and be eligible to win a $100 Amazon gift card!This episode is sponsored by:Daily Harvest. Go to daily-harvest.com and enter promo code ADVENTURE to get three cups FREE in your first box.Pretty Litter. Try...2019-02-251h 21
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 202: Doula No WrongMatt gets on board the doula train once he realizes that they will make his life a lot easier. We hear from listeners about excessive drinking, cleft lips and palates, and "diblings," and the Diminished Ovarian Reserve signal goes out. Plus, Matt FINALLY SHARES HIS TURKEY RECIPE!To learn more, visit eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast on Patreon and get up to two bonus episodes per month, visit patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is sponsored by:Poshmark. Get $5 off your first purchase when you enter the invite code ADVENTURE when you sign up...2018-11-121h 16
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 105: Karma SicknessDoree and Matt finally leave the house — together! Plus, the endometrial scratch signal and the whoops-we-have-the-same-sperm-donor-as-our-friends signal go out, Matt talks about his struggles with food in response to an email, and we finally answer the question that's been on everyone's mind: just how much does parking cost at our new doctor?!We're coming to San Francisco on Saturday 10/13! Buy daylong passes to WIRED25 at https://xp.wired.com/#tickets and PLEASE COME SEE US, WE NEED FRIENDLY EGGHEAD FACES IN THE AUDIENCE!To learn more, visit eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast on Patreon, vi...2018-10-081h 23
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 104: Beyond NormalLots of listeners responded to the postpartum signal to say: YOU'RE NORMAL. Plus, we hear from a listener who appreciates Matt's saltiness, we learn more about genetic testing, and Matt gives advice to someone who might actually be... himself?Guess what? We're doing a live podcast in SF as part of WIRED25! To get full-day festival passes, visit https://xp.wired.com/#tickets. (Unfortunately you can't just buy a ticket to our show.)This episode is sponsored by:Care.com. To save 30% off a Care.com Premium membership, visit Care.com/ADVENTURE and subscribe...2018-10-011h 17
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 100: Steve Rogers?It's our 100th episode, can you believe it?! We hardly can, which is probably why we forgot until the middle of the episode. Anyway, we have some updates from last week's doctor's appointment and Doree has entered a new, extra-fun phase that means that Matt did most of the talking on this episode. Don't let that alarm you too much, but just be aware that there are a few detours into YouTube-land. Plus we hear from people about their own experiences with fresh transfers and the egg signal goes out for a woman with herpes.Matt wants...2018-09-031h 18
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 93: Creedence Clearwater Revival MusicalDoree and Matt discuss her call with the doctor at CCRM and Matt explains how Doree could have done a better job selling him on it. We also hear from listeners about the email from Dr. Anonymous and whether Brits like Austin Powers (anecdotal evidence says yes).To support us on Patreon, visit patreon.com/eggcellentadventure. To learn more, visit eggcellentadventure.com.This episode is sponsored by:Stitcher Premium. Go to stitcherpremium.com and use promo code EGGCELLENT for a free month of Stitcher Premium.Kneipp. For 15% off your first order, go to Kneipp...2018-07-161h 11
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 90: Doctor GoogleDoree and Matt share their genetic testing results, and Matt tells Doree to stop googling. Plus, they hear from people whose moms used donor sperm to create them, and Matt gives advice to Lex about James Bond movies.To learn more, visit eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast on Patreon, visit patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is sponsored by:Lioness. Learn more and take 15% off your Lioness at lioness.io/ADVENTURE.ThirdLove. Go to ThirdLove.com/ADVENTURE now to find your perfect-fitting bra and get 15% off your first purchase.Audible. Start a 30-day trial...2018-06-2557 min
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 84: Cake Wars (fixed)Matt discusses his struggles with food. Plus, Doree and Matt hear from more listeners about miracle babies, and they get some egg signal responses about IVF in Cape Town.To learn more, visit www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support Matt and Doree on Patreon and get up to two bonus episodes per month, visit www.patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is sponsored by:Crane & Canopy. Visit craneandcanopy.com/eggcellent and enter code EGGCELLENT to save 10% off your next bedding purchase. Episona. Now you can get an Episona test kit for only $495 by visiting Episona.com.H...2018-05-141h 00
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 82: Why Don't you Email Us?Matt discusses a no good, horrible, very bad day that included a trip to the urologist, and Doree talks about how she’s been in a better mood since leaving her job — but somehow, that has meant more IVF anger. Then, Doree and Matt give advice to a listener who wonders if she should tell her boss she’s doing IVF, and put out the egg signal for single women doing IVF and for people with progesterone in oil shots. Doree’s article on The Cut mentioned in this episode: https://www.thecut.com/2018/04/please-dont-call-me-an-infertility-warrior.htmlTo...2018-04-3046 min
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 79: Carts and HorsesDoree and Matt discuss their recent phone call with their doctor and talk about how they've started doing phone-free movie nights. Plus, the egg signal goes out for a trans man who's gone through having his eggs retrieved, and Doree and Matt give advice to someone who might be putting the cart wayyyyy before the horse.To learn more, visit www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast on Patreon and get up to two bonus episodes per month, visit www.patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is sponsored by:Episona. This month, get an Episona...2018-04-091h 14
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 76: Anonymous EmailsMatt's been smoke-free for 10 days! He is also starting to think that TESE might be in his future, at least if a couple of listeners (and Doree) have anything to say about it. Plus, they hear from anonymous listeners with advice for the anonymous listener from last week who had a very traumatic event happen to her, and they debate whether IVF has made them "stronger."Doree's running a contest to celebrate the release of the paperback of Startup: A Novel, by Doree Shafrir. If you pre-order the book, send a screenshot of the pre-order to doreeandmatt...2018-03-191h 18
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 74: A Spermanent Solution?Matt and Doree talk about how Matt can improve his sperm, and Doree tries to find someone to blame for their recent failed cycle. (She... fails.) Plus, the egg and sperm signal have never been activated so many times in one episode!To learn more, visit eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast on Patreon, visit patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is sponsored by:Crane & Canopy. Visit craneandcanopy.com/adventure for your next bedding, duvet cover and sheets purchase.Care.com. To save 30% off a Care.com premium membership. visit care.com/adventure and subscribe.Om...2018-03-0552 min
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 70: Fourth Time's the Charm?Doree and Matt discuss the preparations for their fourth egg retrieval, and Matt reveals that his sperm is even worse than he thought! Plus, Doree talks about being on fewer meds this round, and they give advice to a woman who's thinking about freezing her eggs and to a woman who hasn't told her family about her fertility treatments yet — but now her brother's wife is pregnant and she's feeling stressed about it.To learn more, visit www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast on Patreon, visit www.patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is sponsored by...2018-02-051h 08
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 68: Take FourDoree and Matt go back to their doctor to start their fourth egg retrieval cycle, and Matt wants to know: what about the male factor? They also get some information about their mosaic embryo. Then Doree interviews Andrea Syrtash, founder of pregnantish, a website for people dealing with infertility and fertility treatments, about her own experience with infertility and why she started the site.To learn more, visit www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast and get up to two bonus episodes per month, visit www.patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is sponsored by:...2018-01-221h 18
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 66: Tell Us In the CommentsDoree and Matt get some answers about MTHFR, hear from their two Finnish listeners, give advice about how to deal with a clueless mother-in-law, and help a 28-year-old woman who can't stay in relationships. Plus, they continue their discussions about religion and division of labor with kids! And Matt wonders what it would be like to be a YouTube star.To learn more, visit www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast and get up to two bonus episodes per month, visit www.patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is sponsored by:Alto Pharmacy. To get $50...2018-01-081h 01
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 60: Matt's Home. What Now?Matt's home for a weekend for the first time in two months, and it shows. He talks about the panic attack that led to a cleaning and guitar selling frenzy, and he and Doree discuss the timeline for their next retrieval. Should they take a month off and enjoy their Christmas break, or not? They also put out the sperm signal for a few people, and Matt reveals that his Boston accent is still going strong.To learn more, visit www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast and get up to two bonus episodes per month, v...2017-11-201h 20
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 52: PGS or What?Matt and Doree discuss a new study about antidepressants during pregnancy and an article that was skeptical of PGS testing. They also hear from listeners who are pretty adamant that the woman whose friend had pre-eclampsia should have an honest chat with her about her husband. And they give advice to a woman who feels that because she didn't always want kids, she's an impostor in the infertility community. Plus Doree gets binge TV recs for her two week wait!To learn more, visit www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support Matt & Doree's Eggcellent Adventure (and get bonus episod...2017-09-251h 25
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 51: IVF YachtDoree and Matt have updates from the doctor and the insurance company, and they hear from a listener who's also getting put through the insurance wringer. They also give advice to a woman whose husband has very few sperm and to someone who just can't stop thinking about getting pregnant.To learn more, visit www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support Matt & Doree's Eggcellent Adventure, visit www.patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is sponsored by Episona. Can your sperm make good quality embryos? Visit www.episona.com to learn more.This episode is sponsored by...2017-09-181h 18
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 50: The Big Five OhDoree and Matt had no idea they'd make it this far — while still feeling like they hadn't made it very far at all. This week they talk some more about insurance woes, and also discuss how to get back in touch with friends you stopped seeing when you were doing IVF and how to deal with all of the delays that come with IVF. And a caller has some advice for Matt about giving Doree a foot massage if she ever gets pregnant.To learn more, visit www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support Matt & Doree's Eggcellent Adventure on Pa...2017-09-111h 22
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 48: There's An App For ThatDoree's not excited about having to deal with her health insurance about coverage yet again, and Matt and his Apple Watch have a day of reckoning. Plus they hear from more listeners who have had multiple chemical pregnancies, and a listener who has an idea for an IVF app that someone who is not Doree or Matt should make. Also: Trucker Lex returns to tell everyone about life on the road.To learn more, visit www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast (and get bonus episodes!), visit www.patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.See Doree at...2017-08-281h 13
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 38: Service BabyDoree and Matt are finally back in the IVF saddle. (Sort of.) They talk about how the next few weeks will hopefully go, and also hear from listeners about their experiences with suppositories and diva cups, low testosterone, recurrent miscarriage, and Matt's favorite topic: breakfast burritos.To learn more, visit www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast, visit www.patreon.com/eggcellentadventure.This episode is brought to you by Care/of. To get 50% off your first order of vitamins, visit www.takecareof.com and enter the code ADVENTURE.This episode is a...2017-06-261h 07
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 37: Crystal VisionWhat happens when you find out you have a genetic condition — years after you donated eggs? Plus, listeners weigh in on the pros and cons of doing IVF abroad and transferring multiple embryos, and Doree and Matt hear from someone who wants to know if using a yoni egg will help her get pregnant. (It can't hurt?!) And Doree and Matt get into a battle of the bands. This episode is sponsored by Bombas. To get 20% off your first purchase of the best socks in the history of feet, visit www.bombas.com/ADVENTURE. This episode is also sponsored by Ca...2017-06-191h 32
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 36: Chances Are You're Not AloneDoree and Matt discuss pituitary tumors and what to do when you don't ovulate, transferring multiple embryos vs. transferring a single embryo, what to do when you REALLY want a girl and your sperm donor has reached the family limit, and how they've been mispronouncing some drugs. Plus, more Zika discussion, and Matt gives advice to a guy who wants to break into comedy. To learn more, visit https://www.eggcellentadventure.com. To support the podcast, donate on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/eggcellentadventure. This episode is sponsored by Harry & David. To get 20% off Father's Day gifts, visit http...2017-06-121h 16
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 34: How Many Kids?Doree and Matt realize that doing IVF might be changing their minds about how many kids they want to have. Doree also learns she was totally right about Zika, and they hear from a listener with a very good jerk-off room (or lack thereof) story. Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure is now on Patreon! Donate to receive special Patreon-only rewards, including bonus mini-episodes, at https://www.patreon.com/eggcellentadventure This episode's sponsors: - Sock Fancy. To add an extra pair of socks for FREE to a new subscription, visit http://sockfancy.com/ADVENTURE and enter the code ADVENTURE. - Harry...2017-05-291h 10
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 30: Baby Milk ExpressDoree and Matt learn more about how surrogates can supply breast milk for the babies they carried. They also hear from a woman whose RE has horrible bedside manner and what it's like to struggle with secondary infertility. Plus, a caller wonders whether that was really Matt getting run over by a golf cart at the end of The Goldbergs. (Spoiler: it was.) Chit-chat ends around the 16-minute mark. This episode is sponsored by Harry & David. To get up to 30% off select Mother's Day gifts, go to http://www.harryanddavid.com, click on the radio icon, and enter the code...2017-05-081h 21
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 28: Pre-Pub StressDoree's book is (finally!) out on Tuesday, and she's stressed. Doree and Matt talk about what it's like to put IVF on hold for a couple of months, and they realize how much brain space it had been occupying for such a long time. They also reminisce about Boston and Matt lets his accent slip, and they hear from a listener who loves data maybe even more than doctors! And they have an update on the second bonus episode: only 23 MORE BOOKS TO GO. (!!!!!) This episode is sponsored by Harry & David. To get your mom that perfect Mother's Day gift...2017-04-241h 12
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 26: Sullen TeenMatt and Doree hear from listeners about how and why to talk to your kids about being made with a sperm and/or egg donor, they give advice to a nursing student, and Matt learns all about Doree's secret past as a sullen teenager. Plus: will there be a SECOND bonus episode?! To learn more, visit http://www.eggcellentadventure.com. Join the Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/groups/eggcellentadventure. Call Matt and Doree at 413-461-BABY, and email them at doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.com. And please leave a rating and/or review on iTunes! Thanks!2017-04-171h 21
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 25: Do You Tell Them?Lots of people had thoughts about plans vs. no plans! Matt and Doree also give advice to a listener with very religious parents about how to broach (or not) the subject of IVF, and how to talk to your kids about being born with the help of a sperm or egg donor. And they have news about the BONUS EPISODE! To learn more and/or to donate, visit http://www.eggcellentadventure.com. To leave a voicemail, call 413-461-BABY. To email Matt and Doree: mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com. And don't forget to join the Eggcellent Adventure Facebook...2017-04-101h 05
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 24: #MarriageGoalsMatt and Doree talk about why they got into a fight at Disneyland Paris, and debate whether their different travel styles matter in the grand scheme of things. They also give advice to a listener who doesn't know how to deal with people who aren't sympathetic about IVF, and they hear from a Canadian listener about the saddest jerk-off room imaginable. Plus: you guys only need 200 more pre-orders of Startup: A Novel until the bonus episode — and Matt made Doree promise to do *another* bonus episode if they get to 1500! (You can pre-order here: https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Novel-Doree-Shafrir/dp/0316360384.) To...2017-04-031h 16
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 23: More Two DadsDoree and Matt check in on their friends Marc and Chris to find out how things went with their surrogate, and also discuss gender selection, hot dogs, and the tour dates for Startup: A Novel, by Doree Shafrir. Only 300 more pre-orders to go until the bonus episode! To donate to the Eggcellent Adventure, visit http://www.eggcellentadventure.com/donate. Join the Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eggcellentadventure. To leave a voicemail, call 413-461-BABY. You can also reach them at doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.com, or leave a message on their website. And please fill out...2017-03-271h 32
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 22: The Doctor CalledDoree's doctor calls with the results of her embryos' genetic testing, and Doree and Matt discuss what it means for their future plans. They hear more advice from listeners about friendships with pregnant people when you're doing IVF, and they also hear from the Duke of Bridgewater. (Really. Sort of.) Plus, a much speedier round of donor fun facts! And they've promised listeners a bonus episode if enough people pre-order Doree's book, so, get to it! Here's a handy pre-order link: https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Novel-Doree-Shafrir/dp/0316360384/ To learn more and to donate, visit http://www.eggcellentadventure.com. To leave...2017-03-201h 24
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 21: Retrieval ResultsMatt and Doree find out how many of their embryos from last week's retrieval ended up getting frozen, and they settle in for the wait to find out the results of genetic testing. Then listeners weigh in on Maris and Daphne, and Matt and Doree give advice about what to do when you recently had a miscarriage and your direct report tells you she's pregnant. Doree also talks about which books she suggests taking on vacation, while Matt grows suspicious that Doree is writing emails into the podcast under a pen name. And of course, Matt gives fun facts about...2017-03-131h 24
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 20: Sometimes It's Just Too MuchIt was Doree's egg retrieval day! Matt and Doree talk about how the retrieval (their third!) went, and they also discuss how to be a good friend to someone who's doing IVF. Matt thinks being jealous of someone who is pregnant is the same as being jealous of someone who wins a big jackpot at a slot machine and Doree is here to tell him why that is officially a bad analogy. And Matt tells a bunch of people whether they were cool in high school and what jobs they have now. This episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh. To...2017-03-061h 17
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 19: Courier ServiceThe third IVF retrieval cycle has begun, and Matt and Doree are already feeling better about the state of things. Well, except for that FedEx package of medication that mysteriously went missing... They also discuss how they stay calm during the chaos of IVF and whether or not to put your fertility issues on your Tinder profile. (Um, no.) Plus, Matt makes up more professions for their donors! Join the Eggcellent Adventure Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/eggcellentadventure Call Matt and Doree and leave a voicemail: 413-461-BABY Email Matt and Doree: mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com...2017-02-271h 23
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 18: Back on Track?Doree finally calls her doctor to find out what's going on, and it turns out that... she's right where she's supposed to be. How did THAT happen!? Plus, Doree and Matt hear from a listener who got her company to start covering IVF, Matt learns that his advice to newlyweds was A+, and Comic Book Guy makes an appearance. To learn more and to donate, visit www.doreeandmatt.com. Join the Eggcellent Adventure Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/eggcellentadventure Call & leave a voicemail: 413-461-BABY Email: doreeandmatt@gmail.com or mattanddoree@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast...2017-02-201h 21
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 16: BeybiesMatt and Doree wonder whether they can get Beyoncé to come on the podcast to talk about baby making. They also think about how Beau will react to a human sibling, give advice to a woman whose husband thinks having a baby will make everything better, and hear from their buddy Dom. This episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh. To get $35 off your first week of meals, visit http://www.hellofresh.com and enter the code EGGCELLENT. Send Matt and Doree an email at mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com, and call Matt and Doree at 413-461-BABY. Join t...2017-02-061h 08
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 15: Make It SexyDoree and Matt discuss why Doree cried this week, and then they talk to their friends Amy and Hannah, who are also trying to have a baby using science. But when you're a lesbian couple, the process is a little different. Plus, Doree admits she was wrong about bone broth. Join the Eggcellent Adventure Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eggcellentadventure Email Doree and Matt: mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com Call them with questions: 413-461-BABY To learn more or donate: http://www.doreeandmatt.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-301h 19
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 14: AcupunctureDoree and Matt talk about Doree's new acupuncturist and why Matt will never try it, and they find out why it's an especially good time to go to Canada. Then Doree interviews an Eggcellent Adventure listener and her sister, whose children are half-siblings. Find out why! Join the Eggcellent Adventure Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eggcellentadventure Email Doree and Matt: mattanddoree@gmail.com or doreeandmatt@gmail.com Call them with questions: 413-461-BABY To learn more or donate: http://www.doreeandmatt.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-231h 13
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 13: New DoctorDoree and Matt talk about their decision to change doctors, what they learned about their first two rounds of IVF, and how Matt is going to improve his sperm. Plus, why do all their emailers this week have PCOS? Join the Eggcellent Adventure Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eggcellentadventure To learn more and to donate, visit http://www.doreeandmatt.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-161h 03
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 12: Bonus RoundDoree and Matt head back into the IVF clinic and get some not–super–exciting news. Plus, Matt gives advice and they hear about the worst Christmas card ever.Join the Eggcellent Adventure Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/eggcellentadventureTo learn more and donate, visit http://www.doreeandmatt.com.This episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh. To get $35 off your first week of meals, visit http://www.hellofresh.com and enter the code EGGCELLENT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-091h 09
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 11: My Two DadsDoree and Matt ring in the new year with a very special guest: their friend Marc, who's also using science to have a baby with his husband, Chris. Doree and Matt talk to Marc about selecting an egg donor and a surrogate, how much everything costs ($$$$), what it's like when things don't work out the way you planned, and how to stay sane during the process. Join the Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eggcellentadventure To learn more, visit http://www.doreeandmatt.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-021h 02
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 10: The CrownMatt and Doree discuss what they wish they'd known going into IVF, they get updates from listeners, and they learn about the process of getting IVF in the UK. Also, they get invited to Canada, and Matt really wants to go. Join the Eggcellent Adventure Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/eggcellentadventure Visit www.doreeandmatt.com for more info on the podcast and how to donate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-12-1956 min
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 9: Number 9It was a rough week. But Doree and Matt pulled through thanks to an electric blanket, potato pancakes, and of course Beau. Plus, they learned more about getting a job if you have a felony, and Matt hears more from his race car driver wannabe friend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-12-121h 00
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 8: ResultsMatt and Doree find out whether they're pregnant, Matt gives career advice, and they hear from a couple who adopted 17 embryos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-12-0559 min
Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure: An IVF JourneyEpisode 7: The Legs of a Tiny DancerDoree and Matt talk about the embryo transfer and what they're doing to stay sane while they wait to find out if Doree's pregnant. Also, Matt gives advice to a wannabe race-car driver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-11-2858 min