40 and Infertile - A Fertility Podcast for the 40 and older 40 and Infertile

This episode is about IVF Abroad in Mexico

As you all know by now, I’m traveling to Canada for my next IVF cycle.  I’ve definitely encountered some challenges and differences, but now that I know what to expect, I’ve settled in a bit.  But, today is not about Canada.  I’ll create that episode once I’m done with my cycle.  Today is about IVF in Mexico and this is from a perspective of one of our Warriors, Denise of IVF_denisejohnson.  We talk about her experiences in Mexico and her experiences here in the US and we talk about the the advantages and disadvantages.  Of course for many, cost is a big factor and for those who are not able to afford IVF in the US, traveling out of the country might be something to look into.  

So, if you’re curious or you’re thinking about IVF outside of the US and in particular, Mexico.  This is your episode.  

Thank you so much for sharing your story Denise!  I’m so grateful to have you on.  By the way, this was recorded forever ago and I’m finally getting to releasing it!  Thank you for your patience Denise!!

 

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To round out your IVF survival guide, I would recommend the following episodes before your first IVF cycle:


Episode 23:  What Happens to Your Fertility in your 20s, 30s, and 40s


Episode 19:  All About Sperm


Episode 24:  Controlling Your Weigh During IVF


Episode 20:  Stimulation Protocols


Episode 21:  All About Your Embryos in the lab


Episode 33:  All About Genetic Testing


Episode 38:  The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage These Feelings



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Episodes about the Emotional Aspects of Infertility:


Episode 12: WARRIOR STORY - The Infertility Journey of LuckyBabyLam AKA Annie at age 42


Episode 14 - ASK THE EXPERT - Grief, Trauma and Mother's Day Triggers with Dr. Wiyatta Fahnbulleh, PsyD


Episode 26: WARRIOR STORY When a therapist is infertile. @Infertile_therapist_in_therapy shares her infertility struggle at 40, her experience with immunotherapy abroad, and struggling as a therapist


Episode 28 - ASK THE EXPERT - The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage Your Emotions and The Expectations of Yourself and Others with Miss Conception Coach AKA Chiemi


Episode 30 - Infertility Man Jon Summers Talks Getting A Cancer Diagnosis, Dating While Going Through IVF with Male Factor Infertility, and Mindset in the Face of Your Medical Challenges.


Episode 32 - WARRIOR STORY - Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Müllerian Anomaly and Finding Humor, Your Voice and Sanity During Infertility with @for_the_barreness - Meghan Faith


Episode 37: WARRIOR STORY with Annie Kuo, DO - Integrative Medicine Physician discussing her 20 IVF Cycles Along with Endometriosis, Surrogacy, and Male Factor Infertility Episode 47: WARRIOR STORY with Dr. Dina - Unexplained Infertility, Infertility in 40s, Struggle AFTER IVF and Finding the Right Clinic



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RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

Books mentioned in this episode and previously mentioned can be found here:

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DONATE HERE:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/40andinfertile

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This episode is all about how changing the egg donor and recipient parent experience.  Lauren, co-founder of CoFertility is gracious enough to spend time sharing her own experience with needing an egg donor and how that drove her to change the experiences. 

 

We explore the transformative impact of CoFertility's approach, which emphasizes community, support, and transparency throughout the egg donation process. We discuss how CoFertility provides resources and guidance for intended parents, empowering them to navigate the complexities of fertility treatment with confidence and compassion, while creating a safe space and experience for the donor. Lauren emphasizes the company's commitment to fostering a sense of solidarity and mutual support within the community.

 

They address common questions and concerns about their program, including the screening process for donors, the number of eggs retrieved, and the emotional support provided to participants. By demystifying the egg donation process and providing comprehensive support, CoFertility is revolutionizing the way families are built, offering hope and guidance to individuals and couples on their path to parenthood.

 

Thank you to Lauren for sharing her expertise and insights, highlighting the importance of conversations like these in destigmatizing egg donation and fostering greater understanding and support within the community. 

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To round out your IVF survival guide, I would recommend the following episodes before your first IVF cycle:


Episode 23:  What Happens to Your Fertility in your 20s, 30s, and 40s


Episode 19:  All About Sperm


Episode 24:  Controlling Your Weigh During IVF


Episode 20:  Stimulation Protocols


Episode 21:  All About Your Embryos in the lab


Episode 33:  All About Genetic Testing


Episode 38:  The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage These Feelings



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Episodes about the Emotional Aspects of Infertility:


Episode 12: WARRIOR STORY - The Infertility Journey of LuckyBabyLam AKA Annie at age 42


Episode 14 - ASK THE EXPERT - Grief, Trauma and Mother's Day Triggers with Dr. Wiyatta Fahnbulleh, PsyD


Episode 26: WARRIOR STORY When a therapist is infertile. @Infertile_therapist_in_therapy shares her infertility struggle at 40, her experience with immunotherapy abroad, and struggling as a therapist


Episode 28 - ASK THE EXPERT - The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage Your Emotions and The Expectations of Yourself and Others with Miss Conception Coach AKA Chiemi


Episode 30 - Infertility Man Jon Summers Talks Getting A Cancer Diagnosis, Dating While Going Through IVF with Male Factor Infertility, and Mindset in the Face of Your Medical Challenges.


Episode 32 - WARRIOR STORY - Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Müllerian Anomaly and Finding Humor, Your Voice and Sanity During Infertility with @for_the_barreness - Meghan Faith


Episode 37: WARRIOR STORY with Annie Kuo, DO - Integrative Medicine Physician discussing her 20 IVF Cycles Along with Endometriosis, Surrogacy, and Male Factor Infertility Episode 47: WARRIOR STORY with Dr. Dina - Unexplained Infertility, Infertility in 40s, Struggle AFTER IVF and Finding the Right Clinic



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RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

Books mentioned in this episode and previously mentioned can be found here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.amazon.com/shop/40andinfertile⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

DONATE HERE:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/40andinfertile

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Today is all about sperm and sperm banks.  We speak with Alyse of Seattle Sperm Bank to talk about sperm donation and sperm banks.  Kristin from @justbekristin had such a great experience, I thought I would find out what makes them different for anyone who needs a sperm donor to demystify everything involved with the process.    If you’re looking for Kristin’s episode, you can find her story and experience in episode 42.  

We start with the basics.  What’s involved in the donation process, how they screen their donors, what happens to the sperm after donation, are there limitations in donors or families, and what to expect if you use their sperm bank.  

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To round out your IVF survival guide, I would recommend the following episodes before your first IVF cycle:


Episode 23:  What Happens to Your Fertility in your 20s, 30s, and 40s


Episode 19:  All About Sperm


Episode 24:  Controlling Your Weigh During IVF


Episode 20:  Stimulation Protocols


Episode 21:  All About Your Embryos in the lab


Episode 33:  All About Genetic Testing


Episode 38:  The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage These Feelings



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Episodes about the Emotional Aspects of Infertility:


Episode 12: WARRIOR STORY - The Infertility Journey of LuckyBabyLam AKA Annie at age 42


Episode 14 - ASK THE EXPERT - Grief, Trauma and Mother's Day Triggers with Dr. Wiyatta Fahnbulleh, PsyD


Episode 26: WARRIOR STORY When a therapist is infertile. @Infertile_therapist_in_therapy shares her infertility struggle at 40, her experience with immunotherapy abroad, and struggling as a therapist


Episode 28 - ASK THE EXPERT - The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage Your Emotions and The Expectations of Yourself and Others with Miss Conception Coach AKA Chiemi


Episode 30 - Infertility Man Jon Summers Talks Getting A Cancer Diagnosis, Dating While Going Through IVF with Male Factor Infertility, and Mindset in the Face of Your Medical Challenges.


Episode 32 - WARRIOR STORY - Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Müllerian Anomaly and Finding Humor, Your Voice and Sanity During Infertility with @for_the_barreness - Meghan Faith


Episode 37: WARRIOR STORY with Annie Kuo, DO - Integrative Medicine Physician discussing her 20 IVF Cycles Along with Endometriosis, Surrogacy, and Male Factor Infertility Episode 47: WARRIOR STORY with Dr. Dina - Unexplained Infertility, Infertility in 40s, Struggle AFTER IVF and Finding the Right Clinic



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RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

Books mentioned in this episode and previously mentioned can be found here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.amazon.com/shop/40andinfertile⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

DONATE HERE:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/40andinfertile

SPECIAL LISTENER OFFER FOR PRANAMAT:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://pranamat.com/af/ynkjmqzx?coupon=40andinfertile⁠⁠⁠⁠  (CODE: 40andinfertile)

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Seattle Sperm Bank

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Dr. Rahi Victory is BAAAAAACK!  He’s back and this time we’re talking about transfer protocols.  If you have not heard his episode on stimulation protocols, you need this if you’re doing IVF  
This episode is all about transfer protocols.  We talk about general protocols and protocols for special conditions like endometriosis, adenomyosis,  infection, uterine anomalies, chronically thin lining.  
We also talk about testing that should occur beforehand, imaging studies and special testing considerations, which embryos do we transfer first as well as a brief discussion on reproductive immunology.  
Buckle up, folks.  This is going to be an amazing episode!  Thank you for continued support, Dr. Victory!  We’re so grateful for your generosity in educating this community of warriors!  
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To round out your IVF survival guide, I would recommend the following episodes before your first IVF cycle:

Episode 23:  What Happens to Your Fertility in your 20s, 30s, and 40s

Episode 19:  All About Sperm

Episode 24:  Controlling Your Weigh During IVF

Episode 20:  Stimulation Protocols

Episode 21:  All About Your Embryos in the lab

Episode 33:  All About Genetic Testing

Episode 38:  The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage These Feelings


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Episodes about the Emotional Aspects of Infertility:

Episode 12: WARRIOR STORY - The Infertility Journey of LuckyBabyLam AKA Annie at age 42

Episode 14 - ASK THE EXPERT - Grief, Trauma and Mother's Day Triggers with Dr. Wiyatta Fahnbulleh, PsyD

Episode 26: WARRIOR STORY When a therapist is infertile. @Infertile_therapist_in_therapy shares her infertility struggle at 40, her experience with immunotherapy abroad, and struggling as a therapist

Episode 28 - ASK THE EXPERT - The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage Your Emotions and The Expectations of Yourself and Others with Miss Conception Coach AKA Chiemi

Episode 30 - Infertility Man Jon Summers Talks Getting A Cancer Diagnosis, Dating While Going Through IVF with Male Factor Infertility, and Mindset in the Face of Your Medical Challenges.

Episode 32 - WARRIOR STORY - Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Müllerian Anomaly and Finding Humor, Your Voice and Sanity During Infertility with @for_the_barreness - Meghan Faith

Episode 37: WARRIOR STORY with Annie Kuo, DO - Integrative Medicine Physician discussing her 20 IVF Cycles Along with Endometriosis, Surrogacy, and Male Factor Infertility Episode 47: WARRIOR STORY with Dr. Dina - Unexplained Infertility, Infertility in 40s, Struggle AFTER IVF and Finding the Right Clinic


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RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE
Books mentioned in this episode and previously mentioned can be found here:
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.amazon.com/shop/40andinfertile⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
DONATE HERE:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/40andinfertile
SPECIAL LISTENER OFFER FOR PRANAMAT:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://pranamat.com/af/ynkjmqzx?coupon=40andinfertile⁠⁠⁠⁠  (CODE: 40andinfertile)
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Dr. Rahi Victory on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/rahivictory.md/
YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/DrVictory
Victory Reproductive Care:  https://www.drvictory.com/

Clinic Contact and Locations:
Victory Reproductive Care

Windsor Location
8100 Twin Oaks Dr Windsor,
Ontario, Canada, N8N 5C2
Telephone: (519) 944-6400
Fax: (519) 944-6406
Victory Reproductive Care

Sarnia Location
105-704 Mara St
Point Edward, Ontario
Canada, N7V 1X4
Tel:   519-491-6080
Fax:  519-491-8646

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We speak with Dr. Mathew Leonardi, MD about general information on endometriosis and it’s impact on fertility.  I’ve been looking to discuss this topic for quite some time, particularly after I was diagnosed.  Like so many it was initially dismissed by my gynecologist.  With encouragement and a hysteroscopy that did not go as planned, I was finally about to be evaluated for endometriosis.  In today’s episode, we did not review treatment for those experiencing pain as the primary symptom.  This episode is focused primarily on infertility and endometriosis.  I make this distinction because the therapies can be different depending on whether you’re treating only pain or if you’re trying to address the issue of infertility.  

We spend a considerable amount of time discussing endometriosis and its signs and symptoms, as well as the diagnostic tools used.  This disease process is complex and mysterious.  There is still so much we don’t know about it, but Dr. Leonardi does a great job of exploring what we know and don’t know honestly and transparently.  

He is passionate and advocates for the advancement of care for endometriosis patients.  In this episode, I felt my concerns as a patient were heard.  

This is a great episode if you are experiencing endometriosis and infertility.  Thank you to Dr. Leonardi for his time for this episode today!  I’m so grateful for your expertise!  

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To round out your IVF survival guide, I would recommend the following episodes before your first IVF cycle:


Episode 23:  What Happens to Your Fertility in your 20s, 30s, and 40s


Episode 19:  All About Sperm


Episode 24:  Controlling Your Weigh During IVF


Episode 20:  Stimulation Protocols


Episode 21:  All About Your Embryos in the lab


Episode 33:  All About Genetic Testing


Episode 38:  The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage These Feelings



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Episodes about the Emotional Aspects of Infertility:


Episode 12: WARRIOR STORY - The Infertility Journey of LuckyBabyLam AKA Annie at age 42


Episode 14 - ASK THE EXPERT - Grief, Trauma and Mother's Day Triggers with Dr. Wiyatta Fahnbulleh, PsyD


Episode 26: WARRIOR STORY When a therapist is infertile. @Infertile_therapist_in_therapy shares her infertility struggle at 40, her experience with immunotherapy abroad, and struggling as a therapist


Episode 28 - ASK THE EXPERT - The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage Your Emotions and The Expectations of Yourself and Others with Miss Conception Coach AKA Chiemi


Episode 30 - Infertility Man Jon Summers Talks Getting A Cancer Diagnosis, Dating While Going Through IVF with Male Factor Infertility, and Mindset in the Face of Your Medical Challenges.


Episode 32 - WARRIOR STORY - Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Müllerian Anomaly and Finding Humor, Your Voice and Sanity During Infertility with @for_the_barreness - Meghan Faith


Episode 37: WARRIOR STORY with Annie Kuo, DO - Integrative Medicine Physician discussing her 20 IVF Cycles Along with Endometriosis, Surrogacy, and Male Factor Infertility Episode 47: WARRIOR STORY with Dr. Dina - Unexplained Infertility, Infertility in 40s, Struggle AFTER IVF and Finding the Right Clinic



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RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

Books mentioned in this episode and previously mentioned can be found here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.amazon.com/shop/40andinfertile⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

DONATE HERE:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/40andinfertile

SPECIAL LISTENER OFFER FOR PRANAMAT:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://pranamat.com/af/ynkjmqzx?coupon=40andinfertile⁠⁠⁠⁠  (CODE: 40andinfertile)

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ON THIS EPISODE:

Dr. Matthew Leonardi, MD 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmathewleonardi/

Website:  https://mathewleonardi.com/


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Today's conversation is a thoughtful and informative conversation with Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy and it surrounds intimacy.  Dr. Mersy is a psychologist and a sex therapist.  We talk about what intimacy really means and how we deal with that in the world of infertility.

I first had this thought when Monica of waitingforbabywunder posted about how no one talks about what infertility does to intimacy and your sex drive.  I thought what a great way to discuss this than with a sex therapist.  

So, if you’ve been struggling with intimacy and your deep in infertility, know that you’re not alone and know that there are different definitions of intimacy and ways we can deal with some of these struggles.  

Thank you Dr. Mersy for joining us and for sharing your expertise. 



As always, please share with people who may find value in our conversations and if the mood strikes you, please feel free to donate to the podcast or leave a review, so we can get more listeners to hear these stories and resources.  I will have a link in the show notes along with the books that we discuss on this episode.  They’ll be linked in my Amazon shop.  Your purchase with that link helps me offset the costs of running the podcast, so I would be so grateful if you opted to buy any of the books we discuss on the show, if you could please use the link.  Thank you to everyone who is a part of the 40 and Infertile community!  I am so grateful for all of you and I hope to continue bringing you more content that helps you on your quest to parenthood.  

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To round out your IVF survival guide, I would recommend the following episodes before your first IVF cycle:


Episode 23:  What Happens to Your Fertility in your 20s, 30s, and 40s


Episode 19:  All About Sperm


Episode 24:  Controlling Your Weigh During IVF


Episode 20:  Stimulation Protocols


Episode 21:  All About Your Embryos in the lab


Episode 33:  All About Genetic Testing


Episode 38:  The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage These Feelings



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Episodes about the Emotional Aspects of Infertility:


Episode 12: WARRIOR STORY - The Infertility Journey of LuckyBabyLam AKA Annie at age 42


Episode 14 - ASK THE EXPERT - Grief, Trauma and Mother's Day Triggers with Dr. Wiyatta Fahnbulleh, PsyD


Episode 26: WARRIOR STORY When a therapist is infertile. @Infertile_therapist_in_therapy shares her infertility struggle at 40, her experience with immunotherapy abroad, and struggling as a therapist


Episode 28 - ASK THE EXPERT - The Emotions of Infertility and How to Manage Your Emotions and The Expectations of Yourself and Others with Miss Conception Coach AKA Chiemi


Episode 30 - Infertility Man Jon Summers Talks Getting A Cancer Diagnosis, Dating While Going Through IVF with Male Factor Infertility, and Mindset in the Face of Your Medical Challenges.


Episode 32 - WARRIOR STORY - Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Müllerian Anomaly and Finding Humor, Your Voice and Sanity During Infertility with @for_the_barreness - Meghan Faith


Episode 37: WARRIOR STORY with Annie Kuo, DO - Integrative Medicine Physician discussing her 20 IVF Cycles Along with Endometriosis, Surrogacy, and Male Factor Infertility Episode 47: WARRIOR STORY with Dr. Dina - Unexplained Infertility, Infertility in 40s, Struggle AFTER IVF and Finding the Right Clinic



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RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

Books mentioned in this episode and previously mentioned can be found here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.amazon.com/shop/40andinfertile⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

DONATE HERE:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/40andinfertile

SPECIAL LISTENER OFFER FOR PRANAMAT:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://pranamat.com/af/ynkjmqzx?coupon=40andinfertile⁠⁠⁠⁠  (CODE: 40andinfertile)

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ON THIS EPISODE:

Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy, PsyD 

https://www.instagr