🎙️ Episode 8 – Therapy, Tears, & TTC
AKA: IVF is hard, our relationships are tired, and yes-we cried (again).

This week, Laura and Brandis get real about the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatments. From IVF breakdowns to relationship strain, therapy breakthroughs to those dreaded brunch pregnancy announcements-this episode dives into the messy, honest, and healing side of TTC.

💔 Topics We Cover:

• Why fertility struggles can rock your relationship

• Couples therapy wins (and awkward first date flashbacks)

• Setting boundaries with people, social media, and your own brain

• Guilt, grief, and the myth of the perfect pregnancy timeline

• Tips for managing emotional overload (journaling, yoga, cocktails... we said what we said)

📣 Listener Confessions:
We read your stories-from crying in the brunch bathroom to feeling left behind while everyone else moves forward. You're not alone. Ever.

🛠️ Coping Tools We Mention:

• Fertile Hope Yoga (virtual support + meditations)

• Journaling with photo stickers (hello, future fertility scrapbook)

• Therapy (individual & couples)

• Setting “no fertility talk” breaks

• Making the journey your own

💌 Need support?
Hit us up at cnyfertility.com/fertileish or DM us on Instagram. We’ve got you.

🎬 Episode 7: Hollywood Fertility Fantasyland: What They Get Wrong (and Right)
👯‍♀️ Hosted by: Laura & Brandis
🎧 Listen now on Spotify I Apple I YouTube I Amazon I iheartradio
🔗 More at cnyfertility.com/fertileish

About the Episode:
Welcome to the chaotic fertility crossover episode we had to do: Hollywood vs. reality. From matcha miracles to miracle babies at 50+, Laura and Brandis are calling out the mixed messages, magic timelines, and media-fueled misconceptions that have us all screaming “HOW?!”

We’re breaking down:
✨ Celebs who “just stopped trying and got pregnant”
🧬 Designer baby myths & yoni steams
🕰️ The ticking clock trope (we see you, Bachelor Nation)
📺 IVF portrayed in 30 seconds or less
🤯 Why “natural” isn’t always better

Whether it’s Kardashians, Teen Mom, or tabloid headlines, we’re setting the record straight on what’s actually possible—and what’s just ✨TV magic✨.

Hot Takes & Real Talk:

• Fertility facts don’t care about your Hollywood inspo board

• No, you can’t pick your baby’s eye color (yet)

• IVF ≠ instant pregnancy

• Therapy is hot. Unrealistic expectations are not.

💌 Have a fertility myth or media moment you want us to unpack? Slide into our DMs or drop it in our Thursday Q&A!

🫣 Got a TMI fertility moment? Send it in for next week’s TMI Tuesday (we’ll keep it anonymous, promise) at www.cnyfertility.com/fertileish

✨ Episode 6- Sorry, Not Sorry. CNY's Doing It Better (and Cheaper) ✨

(aka the one where we spill why our clinic is the Costco‑level steal of IVF, minus the $1.50 hot‑dog combo)

• Budget babes, rejoice: CNY’s base IVF package starts around $4K (meds + anesthesia included) instead of the usual $20‑30K bag‑breaker.

• Zero gate‑keeping: No hard cut‑offs on BMI, AMH, or age. If you want a shot with your own eggs, we’ll cheer you on (and be real about the odds).

• Financing that actually approves you: 100 % in‑house plans (6‑24 mo) with no credit check.

• Extra sciencey add‑ons: Immune protocols, PRP, acupuncture, & Fertile‑Hope yoga for the mind‑body glow‑up.

• DIY monitoring: New at‑home ultrasound collab (SAMA) for the road‑warriors and WFH‑girlies.

• Doc on speed‑dial: Dr. Kiltz literally drops his cell on IG Lives and texts back at 5 AM. Love it.

1. Affordability isn’t a gimmick — low overhead + private ownership lets CNY keep prices spicy‑low without cutting corners.

2. Patient‑led everything — from anesthesia for HSGs to playlist choices (yes, blast Taylor Swift during scopes).

3. Whole‑human care — mental‑health groups, Fertile‑Hope yoga, webinars, and meditations mean you’re never stuck doom‑scrolling alone at 2 AM again.

4. Choice ≠ chance — we’ll lay out stats honestly, then hand you the steering wheel. Closure or miracles… both valid.

• Show site + resource hub: cnyfertility.com/fertileish

• Immune protocol cheat‑sheet: cnyfertility.com/boosting-female-fertility

• Need a 15‑min “is CNY for me?” Zoom? 👉 cnyfertility.com/intro-call

Got a spicy TMI Tuesday story, IVF meme, or random late‑night cry question?
DM @fertileishpodcast on IG or drop a voice note via Spotify Q&A. We might read you on air (anonymously, unless you’re into fame).

Rate ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, follow, and share with the friend who still thinks IVF costs more than a down payment. Catch you next week, fam! 🎧

Episode 5- “IVF 101: So… We’re Making Embryos, Bestie!”

Brandis and Laura spill all the embryology tea—from that “I‑almost‑peed‑on‑the‑transfer‑table” story to a step‑by‑step IVF play‑by‑play (triggers, retrievals, ICSI, the whole lab glow‑up). They bust the “test‑tube‑baby” myth, talk real success‑rate math, and share zero‑judgement advice for supporting friends in the thick of treatment.

Key Takeaways:

• ICSI for everyone: At CNY Fertility, intracytoplasmic sperm injection comes standard—better fertilization rates, no up‑charge.

• IVF ≠ guaranteed: Age, egg quality, and embryo genetics still rule; multiple cycles are normal.

• Language matters: “Test‑tube baby” is canceled—let’s stick with IVF or ART.

• Support hacks: Ask “How can I help?” before assuming; tiny gestures (a meme, a heat pad drop‑off) can be huge.

• Normalize the process: More openness = less stigma, fewer wild Reddit rumors.

• 📸 Follow the chaos on IG, FB, & TikTok: @fertile.ish + @cnyfertility

• 💌 Submit TMI Tuesday stories or episode Qs: www.cnyfertility.com/fertileish

Loved the show? Smash that Follow button on Spotify/Apple/YouTube/Amazon/iheartradio, drop a 5‑star review, and share this episode with the friend who still thinks embryos chill in test tubes. Need support? Hit our DMs—no question is TMI here!

🎙️ Fertile-ish Episode 4: "Just in Case: Fertility Edition"

💬 In today’s episode, we dive deep into the world of fertility preservation and why it’s becoming an increasingly popular choice for both men and women. Whether you’re considering freezing your eggs or sperm for future use, or wondering if embryo freezing might be the right option for you, this episode has all the details you need.

• • Why Freeze Your Eggs or Sperm?

    • The growing trend of fertility preservation, especially due to social media influencers and celebrities sharing their experiences.

    • Key reasons people pursue egg or sperm freezing, such as career timing, medical reasons (like cancer treatments), or personal circumstances (e.g., not yet ready for kids or concerned about future fertility due to family history).

  • Male Fertility & Sperm Freezing:

    • Men also face age-related fertility decline, and freezing sperm is becoming more talked about in the media.

    • Craig Conover from Southern Charm made headlines for freezing his sperm, normalizing the conversation around male fertility.

  • Understanding the Process:

    • Egg Freezing: Detailed explanation of the process, including the hormonal treatments, injections, egg retrieval, and what to expect in terms of side effects and outcomes.

    • Sperm Freezing: A simple process that can be done at home or in a clinic, often less costly than people expect.

    • Embryo Freezing: Creating embryos through IVF for later use, and the role genetic testing can play in family planning.

  • Cost and Financing:

    • A breakdown of the costs involved with egg freezing and sperm freezing, with insights on financing options to make it more accessible.

  • Success Rates and Considerations:

    • Factors like age, health, and genetic testing influence your chances of success when using frozen eggs or sperm in the future.

    • The importance of having candid conversations with your fertility provider about your goals, the number of cycles required, and potential outcomes.

  • The discussion about PCOS, how it affects egg freezing, and what you can expect if you’re going through that process.

  • Tips for managing medication side effects from hormones and injections, and debunking myths about the discomfort of the process.

  • Want more information? Visit CNY Fertility's website for resources, consultations, and the opportunity to ask questions directly through their Fertile-ish page. www.cnyfertility.com/fertileish

  • Don’t forget to subscribe to Fertile-ish, like, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, iheartradio, and YouTube!

  • Follow CNY Fertility on social media to stay updated: TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.

In this episode, Laura and Brandis bust some of the most common—and frustrating—fertility myths and misconceptions floating around the internet, doctor’s offices, and even dinner tables. From birth control blame to pineapple-core pressure, they dive into where these beliefs come from, what the science actually says, and how misinformation can impact real people on fertility journeys.

💬 In this episode we cover:

• The myth that IVF always works (spoiler: it doesn't)

• Why birth control didn’t make you infertile

  "Just relax and it'll happen" — why that advice needs to stop

• Misconceptions about ovulation, cycle timing, and intercourse frequency

• What Hollywood and social media get so wrong (looking at you, Kardashians)

• The truth about pineapple cores, pomegranate juice, fuzzy socks, and McDonald's fries

• Why secondary infertility is real—and valid

• The importance of including male partners in testing and treatment

  Emotional burnout, intimacy stress, and why it's okay to take a break

• 🔗 Listener Q: Got a myth you’ve heard or want us to fact-check? Send it to us at cnyfertility.com/fertileish — we might feature it in a future episode!

  🧠 Reminder: Everyone’s fertility journey is different. You’re not alone, and you’re not doing anything wrong.

  
  

When should you see a fertility specialist? Laura and Brandis break down why you don't have to wait 6–12 months of trying to get evaluated. Whether you're thinking about kids someday, dealing with painful periods, or just curious about your fertility, this episode gives you the real talk. They cover what to expect at a first consult, myths about family history, and why fertility testing is just smart health care — not a commitment to treatment.

Key topics:

• Baseline fertility testing (AMH, imaging, carrier screening)

• Fertility preservation for single individuals

• Patient autonomy and making your own plan

• What it’s really like to see a specialist

• Options for same-sex couples, solo parents, and more

Resources:

• Learn more at cnyfertility.com/fertileish

• Follow CNY Fertility on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube & Facebook!

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Welcome to Fertile-ish - a podcast for anyone navigating the ups, downs, and WTFs of trying to conceive, preserving your fertility, or supporting someone who is. In this intro episode, Brandis and Laura share why they started the show, what "fertile-ish" means, and what you can expect this week. Think: honest convos, expert insights, and maybe a few fertility TMI stories. Let's get into it.

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