FriedEggs Podcast

What happens when your fertility doctor goes through IVF herself?We’re talking to Dr. Sasha Hakman, an OB-GYN and reproductive endocrinologist, about her own fertility journey and how being a patient has shaped the way she practices medicine.We get into what personalized fertility care actually looks like, the emotional reality of failed cycles, nutrition and lifestyle, family history, preventative care, and why finding good information online can be harder than it sounds. We also talk about access to fertility care, getting a second opinion, and the questions researchers are still trying to answer.Plus, Dr. Sasha shares her IVF rituals, favorite snacks, and what she wishes more patients knew before starting treatment.About Sasha Hakman, MDDr. Sasha Hakman is a double board-certified OB-GYN and reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI) specialist with more than 15 years of experience helping patients navigate fertility and reproductive health. She practices at Beverly Hills Fertility and is also a leading voice in online women’s health education.She hosts Trying with Dr. Hakman, where she covers fertility, hormones, reproductive medicine, and patient stories, and serves as a medical advisor for BabyCenter and Bird & Be. She’s also the Vice Chair of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine’s Social Media Special Interest Group.Dr. Hakman brings both clinical expertise and personal experience with the fertility journey to her work — making her a particularly thoughtful voice in this space.Connect With UsIf this episode resonated with you, leave a rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube. It helps more people navigating infertility find the support and community they deserve. 💛The FriedEggs Podcast is hosted and produced by Kayti Christian and Amy Salke.Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care.🎥 Photography by 20Twenty Productions. 🎶 Show music by the magical Clayre. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.friedeggspod.com/subscribe

It’s our final episode of the summer with just the two of us! We’ll be back with a guest next week, and then we’re taking a few weeks off while Amy travel and Kayti works on her book. See you in October! This is part two - listen to part one of this episode here.Episode SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Tempdrop, a wearable fertility tracker that collects overnight temperature data to help identify ovulation and cycle patterns, even with irregular cycles.Use code AFFRIEDEGGS for 10% off your own wearable BBT device and a two-month premium app trial at http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/AFFRIEDEGGSPODLet’s connect!If this episode resonated with you, leave a rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube. It helps more people navigating infertility find the support and community they deserve. 💛The FriedEggs Podcast is hosted and produced by Kayti Christian and Amy Salke.Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care.🎥 Photography by 20Twenty Productions.🎶 Show music by the magical Clayre. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.friedeggspod.com/subscribe

What if your fertility could tell you something about your overall health? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Natalie Crawford, OB-GYN, reproductive endocrinologist, and author of the bestselling book The Fertility Formula, to talk about fertility as a health marker—and why fertility isn’t just about getting pregnant.We get into metabolic health, inflammation, hormones, and the clues our bodies can give us long before we’re trying to conceive. Dr. Crawford breaks down what’s actually worth paying attention to, what we tend to normalize, and how understanding your fertility can give you more information and agency when it comes to your health.We also talk about the tricky line between knowing what you can influence and accepting what you can’t, especially if you’re already navigating infertility, IVF, recurrent pregnancy loss, or another complicated fertility journey.And because we love a behind-the-scenes publishing story, Dr. Crawford shares what it was like to turn her years of medical knowledge into The Fertility Formula and go from doctor to bestselling author.About Natalie Crawford, MDToday's guest is Dr. Natalie Crawford, a double board-certified fertility doctor, educator, and author of The Fertility Formula. You may know her from her podcast, “As a Woman”, social media, or the countless educational resources she's created to help people better understand their bodies and reproductive health. Dr. Crawford's work bridges the gap between fertility medicine and overall health, asking not just how we get pregnant, but how we can better understand and support our bodies throughout our lives. We’re so excited to have this conversation and dive into topics like fertility as a health marker, the power of knowledge, and what we can actually do to improve our fertility.Website: https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliecrawfordmdThe Fertility Formula: https://bookshop.org/a/126795/9780593994306Episode SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Tempdrop, a wearable fertility tracker that collects overnight temperature data to help identify ovulation and cycle patterns, even with irregular cycles.Use code AFFRIEDEGGS for 10% off your own wearable BBT device and a two-month premium app trial at http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/AFFRIEDEGGSPODConnect With UsIf this episode resonated with you, leave a rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube. It helps more people navigating infertility find the support and community they deserve. 💛The FriedEggs Podcast is hosted and produced by Kayti Christian and Amy Salke.Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care.🎥 Photography by 20Twenty Productions.🎶 Show music by the magical Clayre. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.friedeggspod.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.friedeggspod.comThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.friedeggspod.comIn this week’s episode, we’re chatting about Amy’s work sabbatical and upcoming voyage to Europe, plus Kayti’s book (manifestation!) and getting back into writing.We share a surrogacy update and talk about returning to the gym after years of the physical and mental exhaustion that came with infertility and IVF. Amy opens up about feeling disconnected from her body after so much treatment, and why getting stronger has become less about how she looks and more about feeling like herself again. Of course, there’s a pull-up goal involved.Let’s connect!If this episode resonated with you, leave a rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube. It helps more people navigating infertility find the support and community they deserve. 💛The FriedEggs Podcast is hosted and produced by Kayti Christian and Amy Salke.Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care.🎥 Photography by 20Twenty Productions.🎶 Show music by the magical Clayre.

In this week’s episode, we’re chatting about Amy’s work sabbatical and upcoming voyage to Europe, plus Kayti’s book (manifestation!) and getting back into writing.We share a surrogacy update and talk about returning to the gym after years of the physical and mental exhaustion that came with infertility and IVF. Amy opens up about feeling disconnected from her body after so much treatment, and why getting stronger has become less about how she looks and more about feeling like herself again. Of course, there’s a pull-up goal involved.Episode SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Tempdrop, a wearable fertility tracker that collects overnight temperature data to help identify ovulation and cycle patterns, even with irregular cycles.Use code AFFRIEDEGGS for 10% off your own wearable BBT device and a two-month premium app trial at http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/AFFRIEDEGGSPODLet’s connect!If this episode resonated with you, leave a rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube. It helps more people navigating infertility find the support and community they deserve. 💛The FriedEggs Podcast is hosted and produced by Kayti Christian and Amy Salke.Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized care.🎥 Photography by 20Twenty Productions.🎶 Show music by the magical Clayre. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.friedeggspod.com/subscribe