This episode I have the WONDERFUL Dr. Stephanie Fein, MD on the show.  We talk about all things weight loss and fertility in particular relating to conception and IVF cycles.   She is your best cheerleader through this process.  I enjoyed geeking out on the science and research backed advice that she shares with us.   If you're struggling with weight loss or find yourself in a space where you may need to lose weight to optimize your chances for fertility, this episode is for you.   

Resources:

You can find Dr. Fein on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/stephaniefeinmd/.  

Her website is:  https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/ 

Shout out to Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh, The Egg Whisperer for introducing us! https://www.instagram.com/eggwhisperer

Episode Time Stamps:

Breakdown of topics covered: 3:36

Request for Reviews: 3:57

Introduction/Credentials of Guest: 5:35

Effectiveness of Diets on Fertility (Breakdown of diet and hormones): 9:45 (It Starts With the Egg, Mediterranean Diet, Keto)

Figuring out the right diet for you: 14:00

How do you know if you could benefit from weight/fat loss? Use of BMI: 15:20

Body Fat or no?: 17:47

PCOS and Weight: 18.34

Collective suggestions for everyone experiencing infertility: 19:49

IVF cycle impact on weight: 24:18

Emotional eating/Therapy: 27:50

Body Shapes: 31:57

When to seek help: 37:24

Exercise: 39:17

Nutrition during pregnancy: 42

Setting weight loss expectations/goals: 43:27

Life/food balance: 48:25

Changing learned behaviors: 50:21

Being aware of changes in your body and not ignoring them: 55

Positive self talk/Giving yourself grace: 58

Patient Success Stories: 1:02:29

How to find Stephanie: 1:05:20