Kaela & Sarah cover OHSS (Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome) and talk about what it is, symptoms to look for, and ways to mitigate it!  Kaela shares her own experience, and even shares a throwback clip from her YT channel. They’re also joined by Christine (@infertilityillustrated) to discuss her personal experience with OHSS - twice!  
 
And finally, they share one man’s theory on how climate change is causing infertility, they debate whether or not Baby Center is a safe place to do “research,” and they talk about the pros and cons of dry shampoo!
 
Find Christine (Infertility Illustrated) in these places:
Instagram: @infertilityillustrated
Website: www.infertilityillustrated.com
 
Here’s a link to Kaela’s YT video about OHSS:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKxu0RSE3rI&t=7s
 
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Oh Holy Sh*t Syndrome

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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Kaela & Sarah are discussing harmful situations plaguing the infertility community.  They discuss a fertility nurse who stole fentanyl, replacing it with saline, leaving patients undergoing egg retrieval surgery in excruciating pain.  They comment on her sentencing, how she was treated, and how her victims were portrayed.  They also discuss the dilemma of misrepresentation in social media.  If you know someone isn't being truthful, should you say something?
 
Lisa Ransome joins the podcast again to talk about self-care and what it means to proactively take care of our mental and physical health. 
Instagram: seeds_for_hope
 
Fertility Center Nurse Swaps Fentanyl for Saline

Secrets Secrets are No Fun...

Sarah interviews Katie & Alex about their experience with fertility treatments and eventual decision to remain child free. Katie's shares her experience with PCOS, endometriosis, and eventual need for hysterectomy and oophorectomy. This loving and supportive couple is thriving and their story will warm your heart!
 
Find Katie on Instagram:
@mkaties1

Mafia Meet Katie & Alex - Childfree After Infertility

Kaela is joined by her fertile sister and brother-in-law (this already feels biblical) to discuss infertility throughout history - especially in the advent of Christianity- and its affect on modern day stigmas around women and fertility.
 
They also discuss the hit Hulu series, The Handmaids Tale, and talk about how infertility is portrayed in this modern day drama and what the show gets right and what it gets very wrong!
 
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Infertility is Biblical - The Handmaids Tale

Kaela interviews board certified urologist, Dr. Mary Samplaski, who specializes in male factor infertility. Dr. Samplaski answers listener questions on a number of topics including - who should see a reproductive urologist, what’s the deal with morphology, what is a varicocele and when should it be repaired, sperm DNA fragmentation, frequency of ejaculation, environmental effects on male fertility, general tips for success, and so much more.
 
Sarah and Kaela also discuss their experience with the first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine and reflect on Sarah’s viral Instagram post!
 
Find Dr. Mary Samplaski here:
Instagram: @drmarysamplaski
https://www.maleinfertilitydoc.com/

Mafia Meet Dr. Mary Samplaski - Reproductive Urologist

Sarah & Kaela are discussing TTC superstitions including: McDonald's french fries, pomegranate juice, brazil nuts, pineapple core, warm socks, and even Mucinex!  Are these based in any factual evidence?  Listen to find out! 
They also discuss a surrogacy row scandal, and defend some unpopular opinions!
Lisa Ransome joins the podcast again to talk about how to regulate our feelings.Lisa Ransome: @seeds_for_hope
5 IVF Superstitions 
Surrogacy Row
 
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Oh Holy Sh*t Syndrome

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