Fertility: Let's Be Honest

Stephanie Keith, RN, BSN, is a fertility nurse who truly understands her patients' struggles. Stephanie underwent so many failed rounds of fertility treatments herself, including IUI, IVF, and FET, that she's nearly lost count. In part one, Calisse invites Stephanie to discuss Stephanie's five years' worth of fertility treatments, including the frustrations, jealousy, euphoria and grief that comes along with, all culminating in an epic account that you'll need to hear to believe. This episode is as vulnerable and potentially triggering as it gets, and Stephanie's story is so incredible we had to make it a two-parter! Please enjoy part one of Stephanie's story.

*Note about COVID-19: We record these episodes weeks in advance, and are aware of the current necessity of social distancing. We hope all of you are heeding the advice of medical professionals and taking care of yourselves! We'll get through this together. Love to you all.*

Dr. Robert Greene, MD, FACOG, is one of the most highly regarded fertility specialists in the world. His studies were featured on NBC’s Dateline and ABC News as well as Oprah & Friends with Dr. Mehmet Oz and various print publications including Cosmopolitan, Self, Glamour, Fit Pregnancy, OK! Magazine, and Shape. Dr. Greene has authored four direct-to-consumer books explaining the latest research and practical applications for women experiencing various health challenges. Recorded on-site at his office, Dr. Greene and Calisse discuss correlation vs. causation, mindfulness, multiple pregnancy, and the frustration of an "unexplained infertility" diagnosis. 

Sonja Bell, RDMS, is a sonographer (no, she doesn't work with marine life), and Calisse's friend! Today we talk to Sonja about her career, new heartbeat flutters, crazy fibroids, and the heartbreaking necessity of a healthy work/life balance during personal tragedy. Calisse and Sonja are here to remind everyone that fertility specialists are people too. Welcome to our first episode of Fertility: Let's Be Honest!

Welcome to my new podcast, Fertility: Let's Be Honest. I'm Calisse, your host and fertility expert, and I will be interviewing my colleagues, specialists in the industry, and guests who share their struggles with infertility. In this trailer you will get to hear a sampling of what's to come this season, from physicians' fascinating discoveries during ultrasounds to an embryologist with a surprising background. Fertility can be really messy and confusing, so I'm here to break it down for you in a real, honest way. We're here to make all topics of fertility accessible to the public in a helpful, conversational format as we educate, commiserate, and share fascinating stories. Let's be honest!

Disclaimer: All content on Fertility: Let's Be Honest and any materials on its website and social media are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding your health.