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24/07/2025

This week on S***m Meets Egg, we're breaking down the biggest fertility stories making waves in the news. From a surprising push to expand fertility coverage—yes, even from Trump—to new technology that looks at all your chromosomes before you even transfer an embryo, we’ll explain what it all means in real talk, not medical jargon. If you’re trying to grow your family, you’ll want to know what’s coming, what’s changing, and how it might help you on your journey.

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10/07/2025

On this episode of S***m Meets Egg, Dr. Wael Salem is joined by board-certified geneticist Dr. Mark Johnson to explore the intersection of IVF and genetics. From embryo testing to inherited conditions, we’re breaking down what patients really need to know—and what often gets misunderstood.

What can PGT-A actually tell you? When is genetic testing necessary? And what are the risks of knowing too much?

This is your chance to go straight to the source. Bring your questions and join us live as we decode the science, ethics, and future of fertility genetics.

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09/07/2025

🦸‍♀️ Is your progesterone level really too low—or just misunderstood?
This week's Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday dives into the superhero hormone working silently behind the scenes: PROGESTERONE.

💥 You’ll learn:
✅ Why “low” blood levels on vaginal progesterone don’t mean treatment failure
✅ How progesterone is made—from cholesterol to estrogen
✅ Why route of delivery matters (especially in frozen embryo transfers)
✅ And how this hormone literally keeps the uterus calm, stable, and ready for pregnancy

Whether you're in a natural cycle, IUI, or gearing up for an FET, this episode is your ultimate progesterone deep dive.

🎧 Listen now: https://t.ly/Fm8xi
👇 Tag someone who needs to understand what progesterone really does.

02/07/2025

🧬 “Ugly” S***m? Don’t Let the Numbers Scare You.

You've been told your s***m morphology is the reason you're not getting pregnant. But… is that really true?

🎧 In this week’s episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, Dr. Mark Amols breaks down the misunderstood world of s***m shape—aka teratozoos***mia—and exposes why that scary 1% or 2% morphology score might not be the fertility death sentence you were told it is.

🔍 We’ll cover:
✅ What morphology actually measures
✅ Why it’s more of a percentage game—not a raw number
✅ What studies say about natural pregnancy, IUI, and IVF outcomes
✅ Why ICSI is often used—but not always necessary
✅ The truth behind lower fertilization vs. live birth rates

👨‍⚕️ Bottom line? Morphology matters… but only in context.
So before you panic—or get pushed into IVF too soon—listen in.

🎙️ Episode: “Ugly S***m? Why Morphology Might Not Matter as Much as You Think”
🔗 Listen now: https://t.ly/uBhkj

***mMorphology ***mia

13/06/2025

🚨 One Blocked Tube? Here’s What You Really Need to Know! 🚨

👩‍⚕️ Can you still get pregnant naturally if one of your fallopian tubes is blocked?
🤔 Is IUI even worth it?
💉 Should you skip ahead to IVF?
And what are the actual odds of ovulating from the side that works?

This week on 🎙️ Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, we bust the myths, break down the stats, and help you figure out the smartest next step for your fertility journey.

✨ Learn:
✔️ The difference between proximal and distal blockages
✔️ How one blocked tube might still mean bilateral damage
✔️ Why the type of blockage matters for IUI success
✔️ How often you really ovulate from the same side (spoiler: it’s not 50/50!)
✔️ Why IVF works—and when it doesn't

Whether you're just starting out or feeling stuck, this episode is your roadmap to understanding what one blocked tube really means. 🧬💡

🎧 LISTEN NOW: https://t.ly/BL0PR

💬 Tag someone who needs to hear this.

28/05/2025

What happens when your best embryo fails? Does that mean you’re out of luck? Not even close.

In this new episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, I break down:
✔️ What embryo grading actually means
✔️ Why morphology (ICM, trophectoderm, expansion) isn’t destiny
✔️ How uterine health, thaw survival, and random chance play major roles
✔️ What current research says about outcomes for embryos with different grades—even when they’re genetically normal

And most importantly: why hope is still on the table, even if your top embryo didn’t lead to pregnancy.

📢 If you’ve ever felt defeated after an IVF cycle, this episode will give you the science—and the perspective—you need.

🎧 Listen now: https://t.ly/dHldO

21/05/2025

🧪✨ How many eggs should you expect during IVF?
It’s one of the most common questions I get as a fertility doctor:
👉 “I had 10 eggs… is that good?”
👉 “She had 25 eggs—why didn’t I?”
👉 “Is my body even doing this right?”

On this week’s episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, we finally crack open the truth behind egg-spectations. 🥚💥
We break down:
🔹 What’s a normal number of eggs by age
🔹 Why mature eggs matter more than total eggs
🔹 How your AMH, antral follicle count, and protocol affect your yield
🔹 The myth that “more eggs = guaranteed success”
🔹 And the global differences in egg retrieval (yep, some countries aim for fewer eggs on purpose!)

🎯 Whether you’re prepping for IVF or supporting someone who is, this episode will help set realistic expectations, reduce stress, and give you the clarity and confidence you deserve.

🎧 Listen now: https://tinyurl.com/eggnumber
💛 And remember… ovaries can’t read statistics, so there’s always room for surprises.

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14/05/2025

Over 40 and trying to get pregnant?
The numbers, the emotions, and the decisions can feel overwhelming—but what if knowing the science could give you back control?

This week on Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, we break down the real odds of getting pregnant after 40—from natural conception to IUI and IVF.
We dive into the game-changing FORT-T trial, which revealed that for many women over 40, IVF might be the smartest first step—not the last resort.

💡 But that’s only part of the story...

Because fertility over 40 isn’t just about treatment—it’s about fueling your body and your hope.
That’s why we’re excited to welcome Tasha Jennings, ND, Fertility Naturopath and host of the Conceive Baby Podcast, on this week’s S***m Meets Egg Live Show.
Tasha will join us to explore how nutrition, supplements, and emotional support can help optimize your fertility, especially over 40.

🎧 Listen to the new podcast episode now: https://t.ly/J2bx5
Track or Wait? Fertility Treatment Over 40 Explained’—available wherever you get your podcasts.

🎥 Join us live Wednesday, May 14th at 6 PM Arizona time on the S***m Meets Egg YouTube channel. Or catch the replay anytime on our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/***mMeetsEggShow.

Because over 40, it’s not just about racing the clock—it’s about running smarter.

👇 Tag a friend who needs to hear this. Let’s tackle fertility over 40 together.

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11/05/2025

To the moms holding babies in their arms, and the ones holding them in their hearts, we see you.

This Mother’s Day, we honor every path to motherhood.

Whether you’re in the thick of fertility treatments, grieving a loss, waiting for your miracle, or celebrating new life, you are a mother.

Your love, strength, and hope make you one.
We’re thinking of you, standing with you, and holding space for all the emotions this day may bring.

Once a mom, always a mom.

Happy Mother’s Day 💐

10/05/2025

🧬 “Glued from the Inside”

Ever heard of Asherman’s Syndrome? It’s a condition where scar tissue causes the uterus to stick shut from the inside—often after a D&C. Rare? Yes. Devastating? Absolutely.

🎧 In this week's episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, Dr. Mark Amols dives into:

🔍 Causes
⚠️ Warning signs
🛠️ Surgical + regenerative treatments
💔 Emotional impact
🙏 Hope beyond the diagnosis

🎙️ Link in bio or listen now: https://t.ly/wHA0I

10/05/2025

🧬 What if your uterus looked normal on the outside… but was glued shut on the inside?

This week on Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, we’re exposing the truth about Asherman’s Syndrome—a condition that could be silently sabotaging your fertility.

🎧 In this episode, Dr. Mark Amols explains:

What causes Asherman’s

Why some women are more prone to scarring

How to know if you have it

The latest treatment options (from surgery to stem cells)

Emotional toll and real talk about hope

📍 Listen now: https://t.ly/wHA0I
💡 Don’t miss this eye-opening deep dive!

23/02/2025