Weight Loss for Fertility

Stephanie Fein, MD
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Struggling with infertility is hard enough on its own, but being told to lose weight also, with no clear idea of what to actually do next can feel particularly defeating. Weight Loss for Fertility is the only podcast around that helps guide you when you're having a rough start to motherhood and have been told that weight loss could help with your fertility. On this podcast, your internist turned weight loss expert, Stephanie Fein MD, helps navigate the vulnerable world of infertility and weight loss with compassion and experience. Insulin, inflammation, hormones, and diet mentality make weight loss tricky for those TTC. Understanding and improving each will clear the way for successful ovulation, IVF, or ICSI. Listen in to find tools and resources that’ll help you along this path while being guided with love and compassion. Be sure to share the podcast with anyone who could benefit and follow so you don’t miss an episode! Visit StephanieFeinMD.com to learn more * The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition, and before undertaking any diet, dietary supplement, exercise, or other health program.

  1. 13h ago

    Ep 204:  Invisible Rules Slow Weight Loss     

    Ever wonder why sticking to new healthy habits can feel impossible—even when your motivation is sky-high? You’re not lazy or lacking willpower. Instead, there’s a sneaky culprit at work: invisible rules.   We all have them. Rules we adopted as children, borrowed from mom, or absorbed from diet culture—rules that pop up sounding like gospel: “You can’t have carbs,” “Never eat past 7,” or “Everything has to be fresh, organic, and chopped by my own loving hand.” These unquestioned commandments can grind our progress to a halt, all while hiding in plain sight.   By the end of this week's episode of the Weight Loss for Fertility podcast, you’ll know how to: Spot the telltale signs you’ve got an invisible rule running the show (hint: it’s not about willpower)   Gently question rules you absorbed but never consciously chose   Use simple prompts to uncover the real reason habits get stuck   Replace old “shoulds” with truer statements that actually fit your life   Those invisible rules you never signed up for can slow your progress more than any cupcake ever could. Every rule we retire is one less roadblock on our path to lasting weight loss (Permission to buy the pre-chopped onions, granted!)   When we make our choices conscious ones, we get to eat (and live) on our own terms. Turn hidden rules into decisions you love, so every week feels lighter—inside and out. Links: Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com   -  Facebook   -  Instagram  -  LinkedIn

  2. Sep 29

    Ep 203:      Hunger Scale Nuance: PRE + 2

    Ever feel like your “full” switch is on a 30-minute delay?   You finish your meal, feeling just right… but half an hour later you’re stuffed, wishing you had hit the brakes sooner.   If this sounds familiar, this week’s episode of the Weight Loss for Fertility podcast is for you.   We explore the mysterious lag between “I’m done eating” and “oh wow, I’m REALLY full now.” 🤔   ✨ In this episode, you'll learn:   A satisfying secret: Why “positive 2”—the sweet spot of satisfied, not full—might show up after you finish eating…and what to do about it   The hormone connection: How things like insulin and leptin resistance can create a lag between eating and fullness (and how that might shift as you lose weight)   Practical magic: How to spot your own “pre-positive 2” so you can stop eating at exactly the right time for your body—even if that’s different than anyone else   The next time your fullness sneaks up on you, you’ll know why, and you’ll know just what to do about it. With a little science info, curiosity and a tweak or two you'll be on your way to comfortable eating and effortless weight loss. Listen now.   Links: Hunger Scale Series: Ep 148:  Hunger Scale Handbook Series #1: The Scale  https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2149083329 Ep 149:  Hunger Scale Handbook Series #2: +2  https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2149086420 Ep 150:  Hunger Scale Handbook Series #3: -2  https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2149086421 Ep 151:  Hunger Scale Handbook Series #4: -5 & +5 https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2149090312 Ep 152:  Hunger Scale Handbook Series #5: +3  https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2149095048 Ep 153: Hunger Scale Handbook Series #6: -4 https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2149098297 Ep 154:Hunger Scale Handbook Series #7: -1  https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2149098299   Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com   -  Facebook   -  Instagram  -  LinkedIn

  3. Sep 22

    Ep 202:     Rest as Your Best Action

    What if the best thing you could do for weight loss isn’t pushing yourself harder, but giving yourself permission to rest?   I know—every voice in your head (and maybe your feed) screams “Just do more!” But the real needle-mover is the exact opposite: slowing down, listening, and believing our body.   In this episode of the Weight Loss for Fertility podcast, we’re rethinking the whole “no pain, no gain” routine—especially when it comes to losing weight for fertility. That’s what we dig into today: how partnering with your body, not battling it, leads to more ease (and truly sustainable weight loss).   By the end of our chat, you’ll know how to: Recognize when struggle means it’s time to rest, not grind harder Turn rest into a power move—not a guilt trip Ditch old-school diet rules for something that actually lasts Start tuning into your body’s cues for weight loss without deprivation   When you start to trust your body and work with it instead of against it, everything gets a bit lighter—your body and your mental load.   Permission to pause? Granted. Who knew slowing down could move you closer to your dreams? (Answer: Me. And soon, you too.) Listen now. Links: Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com   -  Facebook   -  Instagram  -  LinkedIn

  4. Sep 15

    Ep 201:      5 Steps to Eliminating Emotional Eating

    In the fog of another two-week wait or after one too many comments from well-meaning family we can find ourselves on the couch surrounded by cookie crumbs and not remember how we got there.   Emotional eating is often the most persistent and trickiest block to weight loss.   In this episode of the Weight Loss for Fertility podcast, we hone in on exactly why emotions send us to the pantry and—more importantly—how to stop the urge in its tracks.   Here’s what you’ll discover:   🕵️‍♀️ How to spot emotional eating when it's happening: recognize “food noise” for what it is—a sign you need soothing, not snacking.   5️⃣ The 5-step framework to dissolve emotional eating no matter how cranky (or exhausted) you are—simple, loving, and totally doable.   🛟 Real-life examples that show you’re not alone—and exactly how to handle those moments. From triggering family dinners (hello, mother-in-law commentary!) to winding down after long, exhausting week.   Here’s the thing: emotional eating isn’t some personal failure, and it’s definitely not a life sentence. When we recognize our grown-up power to comfort ourselves, rather than having our childhood habits call the shots—eating becomes simple again.   That’s freedom.   It’s the kind of calm, clear-headed energy we want to bring to every part of our weight loss and fertility journeys (and the rest of life too!) This doesn’t mean you never feel like eating when you’re sad or stressed—it means you’ve finally got a loving, effective way through it.   Listen now. Links: Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com   -  Facebook   -  Instagram  -  LinkedIn

  5. Sep 8

    Ep 200:     It's Not Shameful to Be Overweight

    If you’ve ever felt weighed down by guilt about your body, this episode of the Weight Loss for Fertility podcast (#200!) is for you.   What I wish every fertility patient knew:   ⭐️ Carrying extra weight is not a moral failing. Genetics, hormones, misinformation, emotional eating all play a role in our body size—none of which is about laziness or lack of willpower.   ⭐️ Shame keeps us stuck, NOT motivated. When we swap judgment for understanding, there's room for new solutions to pop up and change becomes kinder (and way more effective).   ⭐️ We overeat for good reasons—usually, clever childhood survival skills. Learning to love ourselves as we uncover those reasons is where real transformation starts.   When we stop shaming ourselves and start listening, learning and understanding ourselves, we feel lighter—emotionally and physically.   Tune in to this Love Letter to you and your body and leave feeling hugged and empowered. Links:   Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com   -  Facebook   -  Instagram  -  LinkedIn

  6. Sep 1

    Ep 199:    Becoming a Salad Person

    You can lose weight—and keep it off—without ever becoming a “salad person.”   There’s no official “SP” badge you have to earn in order to lose weight before your next round of fertility treatments.   On today's episode of the Weight Loss for Fertility podcast, we untangle the knot of “good food/bad food” thinking, bust the myth that there’s only one right way to eat, and zoom in on what actually helps you lose weight (and keep your sanity) as you’re TTC.   By the end, you’ll know:   🪤 How to spot — and gently sidestep — the “good food, bad food” trap that fuels yo-yo dieting   🥗 Why you never have to eat salad (or anything else you don’t want!) to lose weight   🤫 The secret power of the hunger scale and the magic combo that makes food decisions so much less stressful   🏡 How to experiment with food choices without guilt, self-punishment, or “drama” — even with family watching   The real win isn’t forcing yourself to love salad or sticking to impossible rules. It’s finally making food decisions that feel like self-care, not self-sabotage.   There's a world where food isn’t a battleground. That’s the place we’re heading, one low-drama lunch at a time 😍 Links: Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com   -  Facebook   -  Instagram  -  LinkedIn

  7. Aug 25

    Ep 198:    Acceptance Leads to Weight Loss: You Are a Peach 🍑

    The dieting world teaches us that hating our extra pounds will drive us to change. Problem is: IT DOESN'T WORK (You may have noticed 😜)   What if the fastest way to lose weight (and boost fertility) isn’t about "cracking down" or "shaping up"—but leaning into who you already are?   Forget everything you heard about willpower and self-control.   This week's episode of the Weight Loss for Fertility podcast reveals the supercharging power of self-acceptance over self-criticism.   Here’s what you’ll walk away knowing how to do:   See why self-acceptance (not self-criticism) is your secret weapon for permanent weight loss   Recognize and end sneaky overeating cycles without punishing yourself   Drop the exhausting routine of “fixing" everything and discover how to work with your real body, right now   Use a simple new lens (hello, peaches) to notice what actually delights you—and gently let go of what doesn’t Turns out, the best tools for lasting change aren’t scales or trackers, but grace, self-trust, and real acceptance.   Let’s stop trying to be grapes when we’re peaches—and notice how much easier weight loss (and everything else) becomes.   Embrace your peachiness 🍑 Listen now Links:   Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com   -  Facebook   -  Instagram  -  LinkedIn

  8. Aug 18

    Ep 197:   Calm Food Noise: A Wine Story

    Food Noise--that relentless chatter suggesting sweet treats when you're not even hungry.   I know that siren call well.   In this week's episode of the Weight Loss for Fertility podcast, I take you right into the sneaky way food noise crept up on me, even after years of living pretty peacefully with food. And how a burgeoning habit of a nightly glass of wine threw my calm right out the window—and invited the sugar gremlins in.   If you’ve ever wondered why some days are so much noisier than others, or beat yourself up for “giving in” to something sweet, this episode is for you.   It’s not a morality play. It’s real physiology and the freedom that comes with seeing it all with clear eyes.   After listening, you'll know how to:   Spot the subtle ways food noise creeps in (especially after certain foods or drinks) Understand why wine, sweets, or even a rough night’s sleep can send cravings into overdrive Discover easy tweaks that lower food noise—without willpower, drama, or “never again” rules Find out how tuning into your body (and keeping your eyes wide open) is the most powerful tool you have   There’s enormous relief in knowing your cravings aren’t personal failings. Food noise is modifiable and peace is just 20 minutes away. Links: Urge Work Episodes:  Ep 52: Urges -The Key to Food Freedom https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2148261618 Ep 87: Urge Work - A Real Life Example https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2148728946 Food Noise Episodes:  Ep 79: Food Noise: "What Do I Feel Like Eating?" https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2148631151 Ep 128:  When Cookies Are Calling from Inside the Pantry https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2149015358 Ep 143:   Decreasing Food Noise Naturally  https://www.stephaniefeinmd.com/podcasts/weight-loss-for-fertility/episodes/2149068032 Click the links below to lose weight now, the Weight Loss for Fertility way: Website -  stephaniefeinmd.com   -  Facebook   -  Instagram  -  LinkedIn

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Struggling with infertility is hard enough on its own, but being told to lose weight also, with no clear idea of what to actually do next can feel particularly defeating. Weight Loss for Fertility is the only podcast around that helps guide you when you're having a rough start to motherhood and have been told that weight loss could help with your fertility. On this podcast, your internist turned weight loss expert, Stephanie Fein MD, helps navigate the vulnerable world of infertility and weight loss with compassion and experience. Insulin, inflammation, hormones, and diet mentality make weight loss tricky for those TTC. Understanding and improving each will clear the way for successful ovulation, IVF, or ICSI. Listen in to find tools and resources that’ll help you along this path while being guided with love and compassion. Be sure to share the podcast with anyone who could benefit and follow so you don’t miss an episode! Visit StephanieFeinMD.com to learn more * The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition, and before undertaking any diet, dietary supplement, exercise, or other health program.

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