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Being infertile sucks. Co-hosts Sarah and Kaela are your friends who get it. This is a podcast by real women sharing truths about the hardships and hilarity of infertility, IVF, and trying to conceive.
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Friday Jul 13, 2018
Friday Jul 13, 2018
Kaela and Sarah are finally talking about it - IVF! They give a crash course overview about what to expect in an IVF cycle and give tips on when and how to decide if it's a good decision. They also share a crazy story about a 72-year-old woman who conceived with IVF (yeah, you read that right) and they talk about some big changes happening in the Infertile Mafia Facebook group!
Articles mentioned in this episode:
http://www.pregonline.com/blog/how-do-you-know-when-to-move-on-to-ivf/2016/03/28/
Email questions, comments, and other mafia matters to infertilemafia@gmail.com
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The Infertile Mafia - Bosses & Babies
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Tuesday Jul 10, 2018
Tuesday Jul 10, 2018
Sarah & Kaela are talking about waiting. There is so...much...waiting with infertility! They share stories from listeners about roadblocks, unexpected surprises, and changes to the "plan" and give some advice and solidarity on expecting the unexpected with infertility treatments. They also talk about the original member of the infertile mafia - her name happens to be Sarah (not our Sarah, a different one, who was MUCH older). And finally, they've got an "Out of the Box" segment you do not want to miss!!!
Email questions, comments, and other mafia matters to infertilemafia@gmail.com
Join the closed Facebook group(s):
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The Infertile Mafia - Bosses & Babies
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Friday Jul 06, 2018
Friday Jul 06, 2018
Kaela & Sarah are sharing advice, from listeners, for fertile friends and family! They share a list of five DO’S and five DON’Ts about how to support someone who is struggling with infertility. If you're listening because you want to be supportive, you're already doing something right! The infertility community thanks you in advance for loving us through such a hard time. Finally, Kaela shares a story about a very questionable childhood imaginary friend. And both ladies talk personally about their siblings.
Email questions, comments, and other mafia matters to infertilemafia@gmail.com
Join the closed Facebook group(s):
The Infertile Mafia
The Infertile Mafia - Bosses & Babies
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Tuesday Jul 03, 2018
Tuesday Jul 03, 2018
Sarah & Kaela are talking about IUI’s! They give you a step-by-step, and awkwardly intimate, look into what happens during an Intrauterine Insemination. They also share some interesting history on IUI and discuss pros and cons of the procedure. Finally, Kaela shares an embarrassing moment when infertility and summer collided when she decided to try out a spray tan!
Email questions, comments, and other mafia matters to infertilemafia@gmail.com
Join the closed Facebook group(s):
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The Infertile Mafia - Bosses & Babies
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Friday Jun 29, 2018
Friday Jun 29, 2018
Kaela and Sarah interview YouTube sensation, Celeste, of "Tim and Celeste!" She's battled infertility for over four years with recurrent miscarriages, failed embryo transfers, and multiple misdiagnoses. After countless tests, and several different fertility specialists, she finally has a diagnosis and treatment plan that gives her hope for the future. Sarah and Kaela also get to know her better by asking questions about her life in Australia, her husband Tim, and her fur baby Cooper!
Find Celeste in these places -
Instagram: @tim.celeste.x
YouTube: Tim and Celeste
Email questions, comments, and other mafia matters to infertilemafia@gmail.com
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Tuesday Jun 26, 2018
Tuesday Jun 26, 2018
Sarah & Kaela are digging into the balls again to give you tips and advice on ways to improve sperm parameters. They also share a few things that could be damaging your sperm quality! Kaela tells you how sperm act like they’re playing rugby and Sarah tells you about an embarrassing sperm story involving her father-in-law. Also, protip guys, don’t send dick pics and keep your balls cool.
Articles referenced in this episode:
What Are The Best Ways To Increase Sperm Count?
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320010.php
Study on Ashwagandha to improve sperm!
https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam/2013/571420/abs/
Ball cooling underwear. Keep your balls cool, guys!
https://www.snowballsunderwear.com/
One stop shop for male infertility!
https://www.dontcookyourballs.com/
Email questions, comments, and other mafia matters to infertilemafia@gmail.com
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Friday Jun 22, 2018
Friday Jun 22, 2018
Kaela & Sarah are talking to all the fertile people seeking fertility treatments. Have you ever felt like you don’t quite “fit in” with the infertility community because you’re not technically “infertile?” This episode is for you! Many people find themselves in this position for many reasons - same sex couples, bodily injury, cancer survivor, recurrent miscarriage, genetic disease, any many others. Sarah & Kaela are here to tell you you’re definitely part of the club!
Email questions, comments, and other mafia matters to infertilemafia@gmail.com
Join the closed Facebook group(s):
The Infertile Mafia
The Infertile Mafia - Bosses & Babies
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Tuesday Jun 19, 2018
Tuesday Jun 19, 2018
Sarah & Kaela talk all about eggs this week! They discuss why eggs might be damaged and ways to make your egg quality better. Sarah talks about her favorite book:
"It Starts with the Egg: How the Science of Egg Quality Can Help You Get Pregnant Naturally, Prevent Miscarriage, and Improve Your Odds in IVF" by Rebecca Fett
Get your copy here: goo.gl/9RvXyV
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Friday Jun 15, 2018
Friday Jun 15, 2018
Sarah & Kaela rant about infertility triggers! What is that thing that pushes you over the edge and brings you to tears, or makes you want to pull someone’s hair out, or give a well placed throat punch?! Chances are someone else has been there, too, and they’re talking about it. Consider this your deep breath for the week! Trigger warning: Watch for F bombs ahead - cause nothing brings out a potty mouth like infertility.
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Tuesday Jun 12, 2018
Tuesday Jun 12, 2018
Kaela & Sarah talk about unexplained infertility, especially how it can be one of the most frustrating infertility diagnoses. They share from other listeners about what it means to have unexplained infertility and offer up some advice and tips for coping and taking next steps. They also get deeply personal discussing tattoos and piercings. Word of advice: stay out of the mall.
Email questions, comments, and other mafia matters to infertilemafia@gmail.com
Join the closed Facebook group(s):
The Infertile Mafia
The Infertile Mafia - Bosses & Babies
Follow on Instagram:
@infertilemafiapodcast