The Babymakers : A Fertility Podcast

Danica Thornberry
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The Babymakers : A Fertility Podcast Podcast

Welcome to The Babymakers, a groundbreaking fertility-focused podcast hosted by Dr. Danica Thornberry, creator of The Seed Fertility Masterclass. Join her in these riveting discussions with fertility doctors and holistic practitioners where they share strategies and success stories, and highlight the areas of the fertility journey that haven't been tapped into until now... We'll delve into the integrative new world of healing, where modern reproductive medicine aligns with holistic fertility modalities. Follow along to learn from successful fertility patients, leading doctors, celebrities and holistic providers whose insights will empower listeners' potential to conceive healthy babies. Whether you're struggling with fertility challenges or curious about modern reproductive approaches, The Babymakers is your go-to resource for inspiration, education, and support on your journey to parenthood.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    “Optimizing Our Fertility” - Season 2 Opens with Larissa Laskin

    We’re kicking off Season 2 of The Babymakers by bringing back Larissa Laskin and getting inside Danica’s head — to understand how and why she created The Seed Fertility Masterclass. The two women dish about the emotions, the triumphs, the recipes, the twists & turns, and personal growth that occurs when we’re building a family. Truly understanding and accepting what’s happening and taking a completely different look at the process of trying to conceive — that’s what helps women become mothers. The wisdom, confidence and personal development that happens along the way is what makes our fertility journey worthwhile. Join Danica and Larissa now as they reconnect and reflect on the various applications of Danica’s online offerings, and what she’s learned about the women who’ve used her courses successfully. Babymakers listeners can receive 20% off any course at SeedFertility.com, using the promo code: BABYMAKERS at checkout.

    54 min

  2. AUG 28

    Decoding ‘Unexplained’ Infertility - Dr. Nina Vyas

    If you’ve been trying unsuccessfully for one year or longer to conceive, you’re likely frustrated and scratching your head about what to do with a diagnosis of ‘UNEXPLAINED INFERTILITY’… In this episode Danica interviews Dr Nina Vyas of California Fertility Partners to discuss the rationale behind a step-by-step process of elimination to screen for impediments to pregnancy. You’ll appreciate this check list of sorts… as Dr Vyas starts with a thorough discussion of the OVARIES, then she covers all tests relevant to the UTERUS, and then MALE FACTOR. If you’ve been looking for answers, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. To contact Dr Nina Vyas, visit CaliforniaFertilityPartners.com or call 310.828.4008.

    1h 11m

  3. AUG 21

    Getting Beyond "Fertility PTSD" with Former IVF Patient, Sarah Adina

    Fertility treatment can create heightened anxiety for even the most pragmatic women. Particularly during the quarantine, fertility anxiety went off the charts, and the layers of stress were correlated with poorer outcomes for the women and couples trying to conceive. What we learned from that era is valuable and so important now, as we face different life challenges and new sources of perceived stress. In this episode, Danica sits down with former fertility patient Sarah Adina to retell her story as a wild but beautiful adventure — now that she’s made it to the other side, a.k.a. Parenthood. This episode is sponsored by seedfertility.com - the first online resource for fertility. Save 20% of any fertility course using code BABYMAKERS at checkout. The episode is also sponsored by wellpeople Integrative Healing Center in Los Angeles. Follow for updates on Instagram @wellpeoplehealing. Or schedule a session here: www. Wellpeoplehealing.com. Thank you for listening! Please subscribe for notifications on next week’s episode. We welcome your questions and comments at @babymakers_podcast. Executive Producer: Danica Thornberry Associate Producer: Miranda Ogletree Audio Engineer: Patrick Edwards

    1h 17m

  4. AUG 14

    Trusting Our Body & Keeping the Faith On the Path to Parenthood with World Famous Doula, Lori Bregman

    Trusting again in our body after multiple disappointments eventually leads to birthing ourselves as parents”, says world famous birth doula Lori Bregman. Finding areas of the babymaking journey where we can “reframe” what’s not happening into something that elevates us is so much better than being inauthentic with toxic positivity. This episode is a combination of woo woo and honest shares - we’re talking about what really happens during pregnancy, birthing and when things go so differently than planned. It’s a conversation that revolves around supporting women, helping them keep the faith when it’s hard, and introducing them to spiritual concepts, energy work and true healing after heartbreak. An open mind and an open heart help us to trust the process… Words matter, and what we THINK about our journey matters to us on a subconscious level. Using the power of visualization and repetition helps us attract what we desire and what we believe we deserve. Patient advocacy and birthing education that empowers patients? That’s how Lori steers her clients to avoid potential birthing trauma… she guides them to an experience they can reflect back on positively, many years later. Here you’ll learn about the “Aqua-dural” — a water birthing experience where women give birth at home with midwives; calmly welcoming a new baby into the world. After listening, you may want to join “The mama portal” - Lori’s virtual online community where members can get their questions answered and connect with other women making their way to pregnancy or onto a successful delivery. How we “show up” for this journey reveals where we are on our personal unfolding; so take a deep breath… sit back and prepare for the woo of baby-making, because taking this pathway really can make a positive difference. How to Contact Lori for an individual session? Email loribregman@loribregman.com On Instagram @lbreggy Be sure to check out Needed.com for fertility, pregnancy, women’s health supplements for each stage of life. This episode is sponsored by seedfertility.com - the first online resource for fertility. Save 20% of any fertility course using code BABYMAKERS at checkout. The episode is also sponsored by wellpeople Integrative Healing Center in Los Angeles. Follow for updates on Instagram @wellpeoplehealing. Or schedule a session here: www. Wellpeoplehealing.com. Thank you for listening! Please subscribe for notifications on next week’s episode. We welcome your questions and comments at @babymakers_podcast. Executive Producer: Danica Thornberry Associate Producer: Miranda Ogletree Audio Engineer: Patrick Edwards

    59 min

  5. AUG 7

    Why Add Yoga to My Fertility Journey? with Lauren Enright, Holistic Fertility Coach, Doula & Yoga Instructor

    This conversation takes listeners on a path inward to demonstrate how the process of “trying to conceive” has the potential to reveal a new version of ourselves. Mindfulness, consciousness, breathwork and personal discovery are highlighted as techniques that women (and couples) may find helpful in overcoming the anxiety and nervous system upregulation that occurs during fertility treatment, and later, preparation for giving birth. This episode describes how Danica met Lauren and how the two of them worked together to create “Yoga for the 4 Phases of the Menstrual Cycle” for people using the Seed Fertility Program. Lauren blended her love for science, teaching, coaching and Yoga to create FertileFromWithin.com, her virtual fertility coaching program that guides women from stress to self-love, within the safety of community. Fertility Yoga movements for each of the 4 Phases of the Cycle is an intuitive process; it has the power to take people out of their heads and into a more open part of their mind… allowing access to more “fertile potential.” To learn more about Lauren Enright or to receive her FREE Mind-Body Toolkit, visit BreatheWithLauren.com. Her Instagram account Is @FertileFromWithin. The 4-Phase yoga routine she created for Seed Fertility is now available and can found inside the SeedFertility.comMASTERCLASS. Executive Producer: Danica Thornberry Associate Producer: Miranda Ogletree Audio Engineer: Patrick Edwards This episode is sponsored by: wellpeople Integrative Healing (wellpeoplehealing.com) The Seed Fertility Program- (seedfertility.com PROMO CODE: BABYMAKERS)

    1h 1m

  6. JUL 31

    “Infertile AF” Founder, Ali Prato: Destigmatizing #Infertility and Normalizing #IVF

    This episode features Ali Prato, host of the award-winning podcast “Infertile AF”. As the co-founder of @fertilityrally, and the author of “Work of ART”, her new children’s book about family-building using IVF, Ali shares her own story and connects others through the power of storytelling and community. Anyone feeling alone, ashamed or scared to navigate the world of infertility will benefit from this empowering conversation filled with interesting perspective and insights that consistently help people move forward with support, increased fertile confidence, and a sense of resolve. You can follow Ali at @infertileAFstories; become a part of the @fertilityrally community, or purchase her book here: https://www.infertileafgroup.com/books. Executive Producer: Danica Thornberry Associate Producer: Miranda Ogletree Audio Engineer: Patrick Edwards This episode is sponsored by: wellpeople Integrative Healing (wellpeoplehealing.com)

    1h 6m

  7. JUL 24

    Dr. Vermesh: AutoImmune Infertility & Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

    Dr. Michael Vermesh and Danica discuss memorable stories collected during 20 years of working together with IVF patients previously labeled as “tough cases”. Using "old school" IVF protocols and low doses of medication may offer women diagnosed with Advanced Maternal Age, Premature Ovarian Failure, or Diminished Ovarian Reserve, the chance to create a successful pregnancy where other protocols and approaches have failed. Dr. Vermesh explains the value of looking at “the whole person” (viewing patients holistically in terms of their stress levels, relationship, overall health and emotional state), which can put patients at ease while creating the feeling of working together as a babymaking team. The role of the immune system in reproductive medicine is highlighted in this episode; because it’s another area where treatment can make all the difference in creating a successful outcome. It can be difficult to predict or properly diagnose autoimmune issues that affect fertility because certain immune markers may not become elevated until fertilization and implantation take place. Dr Vermesh explains how he is using a simple infusion of Intralipids to reduce the number of pregnancy losses, by reducing an overactive natural killer cell response. To learn more or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Michael Vermesh, visit www.center4fertility.com. Executive Producer: Danica Thornberry Associate Producer: Miranda Ogletree Audio Engineer: Patrick Edwards This episode is sponsored by: wellpeople Integrative Healing (wellpeoplehealing.com) The Seed Fertility Program- (seedfertility.com PROMO CODE: BABYMAKERS)

    1h 5m

  8. JUL 17

    “Overcoming PCOS and Helping Fertility Patients Succeed at IVF”; with Former IVF Nurse, Ashley Marrs

    In this special episode, Ashley Marrs, daughter of IVF pioneer doctors Richard Marrs & Joyce Vargyas, shares what it was like to grow up in a family known internationally for creating the first human being in the United States from a frozen embryo! From an appearance on CNN News in her mother’s arms as a newborn baby, to the transition of her nursing career into the world of IVF, Ashley recalls the details of her own PCOS healing journey that led her to have kids despite hormone challenges. This conversation explains the important role of PATIENT EMPOWERMENT in the IVF process — and how empowered patients can address the myriad of emotions that accompany repeated disappointment and frustration from failed IVF attempts. Ashley’s work as an IVF nurse included helping patients understand the different IVF medication protocols, assisting in what we now call Individualized Care. Instead of “cookie cutter” cycles and repeating what wasn’t working, Ashley taught patients how to advocate for changes and how to face the deeper, personal discovery moments that show up on this medical pathway to baby. Join Danica and Ashley Marrs (Woods) as they discuss various IVF strategies learned along the way, while working in the trenches with thousands of fertility patients. Executive Producer: Danica Thornberry Associate Producer: Miranda Ogletree Audio Engineer: Patrick Edwards This episode is sponsored by: wellpeople Integrative Healing (wellpeoplehealing.com) The Seed Fertility Program- (seedfertility.com PROMO CODE: BABYMAKERS)

    1h 2m
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Welcome to The Babymakers, a groundbreaking fertility-focused podcast hosted by Dr. Danica Thornberry, creator of The Seed Fertility Masterclass. Join her in these riveting discussions with fertility doctors and holistic practitioners where they share strategies and success stories, and highlight the areas of the fertility journey that haven't been tapped into until now... We'll delve into the integrative new world of healing, where modern reproductive medicine aligns with holistic fertility modalities. Follow along to learn from successful fertility patients, leading doctors, celebrities and holistic providers whose insights will empower listeners' potential to conceive healthy babies. Whether you're struggling with fertility challenges or curious about modern reproductive approaches, The Babymakers is your go-to resource for inspiration, education, and support on your journey to parenthood.

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