Her Fertility

By Jess Tims

Infertility affects so much more than your body. Your fertility support should, too.

Welcome to Her Fertility Podcast, the show for women navigating infertility who want thoughtful conversations abou... more

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How many episodes does Her Fertility have?

The podcast currently has 73 episodes available.

Her Fertility episodes:

September 21, 202672. How Can I Improve My Egg Quality? Start With This Question
Can you actually measure egg quality? And how do you know if poor egg quality is a problem for you? In this Dear Jess episode, Jess breaks down what fertility testing can and cannot tell you about egg quality, what may be learned during IVF, and what to consider before spending hundreds of dollars on supplements intended to improve it.
In This Episode
00:59 How do you know if you have poor egg quality?
Why “How can I improve my egg quality?” may be starting one question too late
Why there isn't currently a simple test that gives you an “egg quality score”
What AMH and antral follicle count actually tell us and what they don't
03:12 What does “egg quality” actually mean?
What practitioners generally mean when they talk about egg quality
The role of chromosomal competence
Why age gives us information about probability, rather than directly inspecting your individual eggs
04:59 What can IVF tell us about egg quality?
What your fertility clinic can observe after egg retrieval
Maturity, fertilization, embryo development, and blastocyst development
Why even IVF doesn't necessarily give us one simple answer for why an egg, embryo, or cycle did or didn't work
07:18 Can you actually improve egg quality?
Why there isn't a protocol that can guarantee you'll “fix” your eggs
Supporting your overall health versus trying to perfect your fertility
Why Jess is cautious about promises to improve egg quality in three months
09:01 Before you buy another egg-quality supplement
Why being pro-individualized supplementation isn't the same as believing every woman needs an “egg quality protocol”
Five questions to ask before adding another supplement
How “it might help your egg quality” can become an incredibly expensive idea
10:20 What to ask instead of “How do I fix my eggs?”
Separating what we know, what we estimate, and what we assume
Asking what evidence-informed steps make sense for your circumstances
Why there may not always be another thing you need to add
Separating what you can support, what medicine can measure, what science can estimate, and what none of us can control
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Disclaimer
The Her Fertility Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The information shared in this episode should not replace individualized care from your physician, reproductive endocrinologist, or other qualified healthcare professional. Always speak with your healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing supplements, medications, or treatment.
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September 14, 202671. I Can't Stop Researching. How Do I Know When I've Done Enough? | Dear Jess
When Have I Researched Enough? In this episode of the Her Fertility Podcast, I am answering your question around research. Researching isn’t the problem, but it can shift from gathering helpful information into seeking certainty that infertility cannot provide.
00:38 Dear Jess Question
02:27 Research vs Certainty
04:55 Three Question Framework to Use Today

08:32 Practical Next Step Plan
Her Fertility Support:
Take the free quiz here - www.herfertility.support/quiz
Get email updates - www.herfertility.support/newsletter
Follow Jess - www.tiktok.com/@herfertility.support
Dear Jess anonymous submissions: https://www.herfertility.support/stories
Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.
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September 07, 202670. Is stress affecting my fertility?
Dear Jess, “Does stress really affect my fertility?” In this episode of the Her Fertility Podcast, I am answering your questions. Yes, research shows stress can impact fertility, but stress is complex, dynamic, and bidirectional because infertility itself is stressful, so being stressed is not the reason you are infertile. Together, we dive into how uncertainty drives the mind to seek control through endless researching, scrolling, and supplement buying, and offers a compass question: are you getting useful information or trying to create certainty where it isn’t available?
support is about helping you through a hard experience, not achieving a perfect nervous system to get pregnant
Step 1: identify your specific stress source
Step 2: ask what you truly need
Step 3: choose one grounding regulating habit that genuinely works for you, like her client Heather using painting.
02:08 What Stress Really Means
04:24 Why Infertility Feels Stressful
07:32 The Mind Seeks Certainty
08:35 A Simple Compass Question
09:57 You Deserve Support
11:19 Three Steps to Try Today
Her Fertility Support:
Where is your fertility blocked? Take the free quiz here - https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6a15dbe36fdbba85c3d2f5f1
Get email updates - www.herfertility.support/newsletter
Follow Jess - www.tiktok.com/@herfertility.support
Dear Jess anonymous submissions: https://www.herfertility.support/stories
Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

KEYWORDS: TTC, infertility, get pregnant, fertility mindset, female fertility, fertility support, infertility support, IVF, miscarriage, pregnancy loss, unexplained infertility, fertility doula podcast, her fertility podcast
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August 31, 202669. How do I know when I'm ovulating? Dear Jess
Jess answers your question: how do you know when your ovulating. This episodes breaks down the three biological signs your body gives you for free to identify ovulation, and why understanding your own cycle is the most powerful foundation of your fertility journey.
In This Episode:
Why most women were never taught about ovulation, and why that's not your fault
The #1 most important ovulation sign: cervical fluid, what it is, how it changes throughout your cycle, and what healthy versus concerning discharge looks like
How to check your cervix at home and what the change in texture and position tells you about where you are in your cycle
Basal body temperature (BBT): how it works, what it reveals about your whole cycle health (including whether you're pregnant before a test can tell you), and the warning about when it becomes too much
The honest truth about ovulation predictor kits (OPKs): why I'm not a fan, and when they can actually mislead you into missing bigger issues
A real client story: what happened when someone relied exclusively on OPKs for months and missed crucial cycle information
When to stop self-tracking and take your questions to your practitioner
The book: Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Weschler
Her Fertility Support:
Take the free quiz here - https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6a15dbe36fdbba85c3d2f5f1
Get email updates - www.herfertility.support/newsletter
Follow Jess - www.tiktok.com/@herfertility.support
Dear Jess anonymous submissions: https://www.herfertility.support/stories

Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.
KEYWORDS: ovulation, TTC, BBT, getting pregnant, ovulation predictor kits, LH hormone, getting pregnant fast, fertility support, infertility, fertility doula podcast, her fertility podcast
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August 24, 202668. Why is secondary infertility on the rise? I Dear Jess
In this Dear Jess episode on the Her Fertility Podcast, Jess Tims, holistic fertility expert, answers your question about why so many parents seem to be struggling to conceive a second (or third) time. Jess breaks down the two major contributing factors behind secondary infertility, introduces her H.E.R. Fertility Method (body, mind, energy), and explains why you don't have to wait a full year to start gathering data about your body.
In this episode:
Why secondary infertility affects roughly 15% of couples, yet remains rarely discussed
The link between parental load, stress, and the body's "non-essential" reproductive system
Which fertility tests to ask your doctor for now, without waiting for an official diagnosis
How the subconscious mind creates doubt around wanting another child — and how to release it
Why energy levels matter for conception, and a simple daily check-in to gauge yours
Submit your own question for a future Dear Jess episode, click here: https://www.herfertility.support/stories
Take the free quiz to find out what type of support you need now on your fertility journey: click here

Jess Tims is a researcher, educator, and creator of Her Fertility Support. She supports you so that you can step into your next chapter of motherhood fully in your power. Start with the free quiz.
Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

KEYWORDS: secondary infertility, TTC, fertility doula, fertility doula podcast, her fertility podcast, infertility support, cycle tracking, cycle syncing, infertility, IVF, IUI, miscarriage, family planning
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August 17, 202667. What to Say to a Friend Going Through Infertility (And What to Avoid)
In this Dear Jess episode, I answer one of the most common questions: what do you say to a friend going through infertility? I break down the one communication mistake most well-meaning friends and family make, why sharing your own similar story can unintentionally shift the focus away from the person who needs support, and the simple phrase that gives your friend agency in the conversation.
In this episode:
The most common mistake people make when trying to comfort someone with infertility
Why "relating" can sometimes backfire — even with good intentions
The exact phrases to use (and avoid) when you don't know what to say
How to offer your own similar experience without taking over the conversation
If you have infertility or if you know someone who is trying to conceive, this episode is for you.
Submit your own question for a future Dear Jess episode, click here: https://www.herfertility.support/stories
Take the free quiz to find out what type of support you need now on your fertility journey: click here

Jess Tims is a researcher, educator, and creator of Her Fertility Support. She supports you so that you can step into your next chapter of motherhood fully in your power. Start with the free quiz.
Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

KEYWORDS: TTC, fertility doula, fertility doula podcast, her fertility podcast, infertility support, cycle tracking, cycle syncing, infertility, IVF, IUI, miscarriage, adoption
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August 10, 202666. Maybe this isn't meant for me. Why do I feel so defeated during infertility? I Dear Jess
In this Dear Jess episode, I answer your question about feeling defeated during infertility. I break down how the subconscious mind works to protect us from repeated pain, why thoughts like "this isn't meant for me" aren't actually true reflections of what's possible, and I introduces the concept of the "fertility triangle" the idea that conception involves three parties (you, your partner, and the soul you're calling in) and why releasing some control isn't the same as giving up.
In this episode:
Why the subconscious mind records painful experiences as "fact" and tries to protect you from repeat pain
How to separate a protective thought from your true desire
The "fertility triangle" framework and why you're not the only writer of this story
Why feeling defeated doesn't mean you're doing something wrong
Submit your own question for a future Dear Jess episode: click here
Take the quiz to learn where you most need support right now: take the quiz
Connect with me on TikTok: @herfertility.support

Jess Tims is a researcher, educator, and creator of Her Fertility Support. She supports you so that you can step into your next chapter of motherhood fully in your power. Start with the free quiz.
Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

KEYWORDS: TTC, fertility doula, fertility doula podcast, her fertility podcast, infertility support, cycle tracking, cycle syncing, infertility, IVF, IUI, miscarriage, adoption
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August 03, 202665. How Do I Start Tracking My Cycle? I Dear Jess
Dear Jess, how do I start tracking my cycle?
Listen for the super speedy version of cycle tracking - ready, set go!
Quick tips:
How to Track Your Menstrual Cycle: Period, Follicular Phase, Ovulation, and Luteal Phase
Day one as the first full day of bleeding
Hydration supports cervical fluid while allergy and cold medicines can dry mucus
Simply take your basal body temperature upon waking to see lower temperatures before ovulation and higher temperatures after
Factors like alcohol and illness affecting readings
Sustained higher temperatures can indicate pregnancy before a test (best hack ever)
00:00 Welcome to Her Fertility
00:38 Dear Jess Question
00:54 Cycle Phases Overview
01:28 Ovulation and Fertile Window
02:13 Tracking Cervical Fluid
03:07 Luteal Phase Changes
03:39 Basal Body Temperature
04:26 Reading Trends and Variables
04:57 Wrap Up
And all under 5 minutes!
Her Fertility Support:
Take the free quiz here - https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6a15dbe36fdbba85c3d2f5f1
Get email updates - www.herfertility.support/newsletter
Follow Jess - www.tiktok.com/@herfertility.support
Dear Jess anonymous submissions: https://www.herfertility.support/stories
Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

KEYWORDS: TTC, fertility doula, fertility doula podcast, her fertility podcast, infertility support, cycle tracking, cycle syncing
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July 27, 202664. What Can I Do When I Feel Overwhelmed by Infertility? I Dear Jess
Dear Jess, what can I do if I feel overwhelmed by infertility?
Jess answers a question from the community: what can you do if you feel overwhelmed during infertility? Whether you are just starting to try to get pregnant, or you've been trying for years this episode will guide your next steps on your infertility journey.
00:46 Listener question: feeling overwhelmed and first steps
01:10 Hormone panel: timing and what to test (estrogen, progesterone)
03:18 Newer testing: sperm DNA fragmentation
04:24 Male factor infertility and why sperm testing matters
05:38 Importance of knowing when you ovulate
Her Fertility Support:
Take the free quiz here - https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6a15dbe36fdbba85c3d2f5f1
Get email updates - www.herfertility.support/newsletter
Connect with Jess - www.tiktok.com/@herfertility.support
Dear Jess anonymous submissions: https://www.herfertility.support/stories
Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

KEYWORDS: fertility doula, fertility doula podcast, her fertility podcast, IVF, unexplained infertility, male infertility, sperm analysis, semen analysis, TTC
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July 15, 2026 63. Fertility Nurse Laura Weppler on IVF, Emotional Support & Why Your ‘Fertility Village’ Matters
Fertility Nurse Laura Weppler on IVF, Emotional Support & Why Your ‘Fertility Village’ Matters. On the Her Fertility Podcast, host Jess interviews Laura Weppler, a nurse with 12 years in fertility care and an alum of the Her Fertility Certification Program, about her dual perspective as a fertility clinic professional and IVF patient.
Laura shares her infertility journey including miscarriage, surgeries, a torn cervix, anxiety about carrying a pregnancy, and needing multiple embryo transfers before success. They discuss the critical gap in fertility care: education and emotional support, the importance of human connection (especially as people turn to Google and AI like ChatGPT for “crystal ball” answers), and the value of integrating Western and holistic approaches rather than choosing all-or-nothing.
Laura now runs Rooted Fertility Co, supports clients one-on-one, and co-hosts the podcast Fertility Nurses Unfiltered to give patients an insider look at clinics and spark system improvements, while encouraging listeners to “build your village” of support beyond the clinic.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:50 Laura’s Nursing Path
01:10 Her IVF Journey
04:11 Human Connection vs AI
05:29 Why She Got Certified
06:46 Blending East and West
07:44 New Podcast Launch
08:56 Nurses Power Clinics
11:48 Build Your Support Village
12:24 Where to Find Laura
12:59 Final Thanks and Reviews

Connect with Laura
Instagram: @rootedfertility_co
Website: https://rootedfertilityco.com
Ready for support that meets you where you are? The Her Fertility Support Portal is a monthly membership for women navigating infertility: emotionally, somatically, and in community. www.herfertility.support
Connect with Jess: Instagram & TikTok: @herfertility.support
Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.

KEYWORDS: fertility doula, fertility nurse, fertility support professional, fertility doula certification, fertility support, infertility support, infertility doula, infertility coach

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FAQs about Her Fertility:

How many episodes does Her Fertility have?

The podcast currently has 73 episodes available.