The Fertility Forum
By Phyllis Martin, M.Ed., LPC
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Podcast Description
This show focuses on all aspects of building your family when old fashion sex don't work! Fertility treatments, adoption and even child free living will be explored. Listeners will gain support and information. The speakers will talk about their personal experience, medical expertise, alternative therapies, options to consider and much more. We will tackle the various types of infertility, what the diagnoses mean in relation to choices, and what the psychological and emotional impact that accompanies all of this may be. When old fashioned sex doesn't work - tune in here to learn about alternative choices to family building.
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On Fertile Ground with Helen Adrienne, LCSW | "Adversity can be he best teacher" according to Helen Adrienne, LCSW, BCD a Psychotherapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Practitioner of Mind/Body Therapy and Author, On Fertile Ground: Healing Infertility. She has been helping individuals and couples since 1979 and kindly shares with listeners how hypnotherapy works for those dealing with infertility. Adrienne explains the role of the brain, how we must expect resistance and strive toward our "new improved version of self". Find out why her book is a #1 Best Seller, how to use her self-hypnosis tips and the challenge of "letting go" during your need for control as you strive to build your family. www.mind-body-unity.com. Contact Helen at: helen@mind-body-unity.com http://www.mind-body-unity.com/blog.php/ http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/fertile-ground | 2/19/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Give Yourself a Valentine with Kristen Magnacca | Author, motivational speaker, life coach and former fertility patient Kristen Magnacca explains the importance of self love, gratitude, and compassion. She challenges you to build a better life for yourself in 21 days by forming new, easy, life altering habits. Her book "Love & Infertility" helps you visualize, nurture yourself and learn the communication style for yourself & your spouse. Don't miss out on critical information as you go through your family building journey in a warm, compassionate, down to earth way. Find her at www. kristenmagnacca.com | 2/12/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Truth Behind the Secret - Infertility by Fran Meadows | Feel you are keeping a secret and suffering? Not sure what to do with your desire for privacy and need for emotional support during your family building crisis? Tune in and listen to Fran Meadows, author and mother after a miserable, long, devastating and thrilling roller coaster ride. Infertility, stillbirth, marriage, counseling and more discussed. | 1/29/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The STRESS of Infertility with Dr. Alice Domar | Dr. Alice Domar is a pioneer in the mind-body field and Director of the Domar Center for Integrative Care at Boston IVF. Understand the relationship between stress and infertility and ways you can both prevent and reduce stress. Learn what happens to your body, mind and behavior when stressed, what you can incorporate to reduce your stress levles with the goal to improve your chances of conception and pregnancy. Learn what to look for when getting help for yourself and integrate her research into your journey to improve your odds and make your family building journey just a bit easier to endure. Find her and other valuable resources at www.domarcenter.com | 1/22/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Masculinity and Male Fertility | Dr. Bill Petok, an expert in human sexuality and fertility, American Fertility Association Board Member, professional speaker and psychologist explains the evolution of the Culture of Masculinity and the losses men feel associated with infertility. Understand the difference between medically based infertility and sexual performance issues, the role of fatherhood and how men cope with infertility compared to women. Learn how common it is, that you are not alone and what you can do to get help. Find Dr. Petok at www.drpetok.com | 1/15/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Building Families via Embryo Donation | Dr. Sweet of Embryo Donation International (EDI) explains how EDI makes donating embryos much more possible and comfortable for families and he profiles typical intended parents/recipients. He discusses both perspectives: why one should consider using a donated embryo and why one should consider donating unused embryos. Whether you are looking to build your family in this way or help another family have a long awaited child, tune in and get acquainted with the excellent options with of donated embryos. | 12/11/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Midlife Motherhood - 40+ Year Olds Having Babies | Dr. Vito Cardone of Cardone & Associates Reproductive Medicine & Infertility has extensive experience as a Reproductive Endocrinologist. He talks about older moms, poor responders and fertility preservation. He is a wealth of information for women in their 40s and beyond considering motherhood. Using your own eggs into your 40s, donor egg, surrogacy and more. Getting the timing right is critical with ovarian reserve, listen and learn so you know which step to take for your family building. | 12/4/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Infertility: An Opportunity for Healing | Heidi Dupree R.N., CTN, & Energy Medicine Expert, explains what Energy Medicine is and what you can do on a daily basis to become more aware and mindful on your path toward healing. Heidi's own fertility struggle made her realize she had not yet healed her root cause of fertility pain. Now, an expert in her field, she uses Reiki, Therapeutic Touch, Healing Touch, Cranial Sacral Therapy, EFT techniques and much more - all discussed at length in her upcoming book ""The Other Medicine that Really Works" to help and heal patients ready to change. Heidi explains that "within our deepest pain is an opportunity ripe for healing." | 11/27/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Turning Pain into Passion at The Fertility PlanIt | Karin Thayer, CEO & Founder of Fertility PlanIt, shares her personal story of infertility and how she turned it into her passion creating "The Fertility PlanIt", a resource for patients and providers of fertility services to connect you, inform you and aid in all aspects of family building. Karin refused to listen when she was told NO, and empowered herself to find the way she would become a mom. You can too! Contact Karin at www.fertilityplanit.com and join her website to be current and connected. | 11/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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All Things Eggs with Dr. Stephen Lincoln | Dr. Lincoln, Reproductive Endocrinologist at Genetics & IVF in Fairfax, VA (www.givf.com) explains the impact of age, health conditions and life stages on a woman's eggs and overall fertility. He explains everything from why the clock is ticking with women, when women are most fertile. Understand what FSH, AMH, Progesterone Day 21 and Clomid Challenge results mean for a woman's ability to get pregnant and how these tests can benefit you. Learn about fertility in your 20s, 30s and 40s, egg vitrification,donor egg and preserving your own fertility. Dr. Lincoln packs this hour with so much information you will need to take notes! | 11/13/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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How Big is Your Heart? International Adoption | Elisabeth Carellas, Director of 'A Family of My Own' shares her decision to proceed with international adoption (twice) and preparing for special needs children. She is a down to earth mom that shares her non-stoppable desire to be a parent and her difficult choices along the way. Gain help in preparing for special needs children, the international adoption processes, the paperwork and the parenting. Reach her and her organization at www.afamilyofmyown.com | 11/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tricks and Tips for Surviving the Holidays | Erin Lasker, Executive Director of RESOLVE of New England discusses why the holidays can be so isolating, stressful and difficult for infertility patients. Her timing is perfect as we go into the next 2 months of office parties and holidays. She offers TIPS, SUPPORT and TRICKS for individuals and couples to get better control of social situations, family gatherings and traditions that may just need to be broken this year in order to take care of yourself during a trying time. Contact her & mentioned resources at resolveofnewengland.org. | 10/31/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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DONOR EGG MOM : Part 1 | Donor Egg Mom, Monica, talks about how she chose her donor, her thoughts and feelings about doing donor egg, disclosure, & the impact on her marriage and her old & new concerns now that she is a parent. She is available for questions at demom2011@yahoo.com and a must podcast for anyone considering, doing or having done donor egg to build their family. Tune it & don't forget to get Part 2 afterwards. | 10/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Dr. Carl Herbert on Ethics and Assisted Reproductive Treatment | Dr. Carl Herbert of Pacific Fertility in the Bay Area, CA discusses the history of Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) and the ethical dilemmas over time as technology progresses. He speaks about near future technologies such as EGG BANKING and EGG FREEZING as well as the questions to be asking as you decide which treatment is right to build your family. | 10/17/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sex and Infertility: Be a Partner Again, Not a Patient | Lou Paget, Sex Educator, Author & International Guest Speaker discusses ways to assist in getting back in touch with your partner sexually during and after infertility. When Lovemaking has turned to Baby Making - we loose the enjoyment of touch, experience and closeness. Listen in & make sex fun and intimate again. | 10/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Setting the Record Straight on Sperm Donation | Michelle Ottey, Ph.D & Director of Operations at the Fairfax Cryobank set the record straight, debunking the myths about who donates, how and why. If you are thinking about donating sperm, or thinking of building your family using donated sperm, you need to take a listen! Military men donating to use later, those with medical treatment or conditions that may impact sperm production all benefit from this podcast. Take a listen. | 10/3/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Donor Conceived Adolescent - He's Just a Regular Kid | My special guest, 10 year old Joseph, shares his conception story. He speaks about how his parents explained the need for donor egg, his theories on genes and personality, and his life experience. He is clearly ahead of his peers and at the same time, clearly just a kid that you will find both sweet and helpful. | 9/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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One Man's Perspective after Infertility: Roger Panetta | Roger Panetta, coach, yoga instructor, husband and father talks about his 8 year effort with his wife to become a father. His perception, advice, coping tips and humor all give hope and supportive techiniques to the listener. Tune in to learn how he managed self care, career, marriage and ultimately, adoption and parenting. | 9/19/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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POS and Advocacy: Keiko Zoll Inspires | My guest, Keiko Zoll, is the creator of "What IF: A Portrait of Infertility", the twice award-winning short film. As a popular infertility and women's health blogger at www.hannahweptsarahlaughed.com, writing about her own journey, providing support and advocacy for others facing infertility, and commenting on the latest infertility news headlines, she will share her story, her inspiration and her mission. Keiko is also the Director of Social Media and Communication for RESOLVE of New England. She has been seen and heard on The Huffington Post, Babble.com, WBZ-TV Boston, BlogHer.com and Tablet Magazine. | 9/12/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Triplets! Infertility and Abundance | My guest speaks about her polyps, male factors, IVF cycles, miscarriages and stamina. She talks about her reaction upon hearing the news that she was carrying triplets, the high risk pregnancy experience and how she and her husband has handled 3 babies at one time! She gives resources, advice and shares wisdom for all pregnant with or dealing with higher order multiples. | 9/5/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Male Fertility: The Psychological and Physical Impact | Dr. Ash Kshirgager (Dr. K) of Potomac Urology and founder of The Washington D.C. National Institute for Male Fertility discusses the impact infertility can have on male libido, performance, ego and couple hood. He also discusses fertility issues that contribute to to ED, performance anxiety and low libido and what you can do about it. | 8/29/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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3rd Party Reproductive Decisions | Tune in to the Kick Off show! Phyllis speaks about the isolation and difficult factors that play into whether or not 3rd party reproduction choices are for you. Hear about upcoming shows, Phyllis' personal & professional background and Q&A dealing with donor egg, donor sperm and bonding when there is a genetic loss. | 8/22/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 22 Episodes |
Customer Reviews
Expert Host Who Is Very Informative
This show is extremely informative for prospective mom's and dad's who are trying to have children but have fertiility problems. Ms. Martin talks about fertility issues in a no nonsense manner, making the issues plain and understandable. I found that she takes some of the taboo and stigma away by humanizing a very human issue.
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