In this edition of 'Fertile Conversations', we're joined by reproductive medicine expert, Dr. Jessica Bauer from IVFMD. We discuss the benefits of acupuncture in fertility treatments, key medical aspects of the IVF process, and respond to specific audience questions about fertility and associated factors. Viewers' questions range from fertility treatments protocols, best timing for acupuncture with an IUI cycle, spotting before periods, success rates for pregnancy post embryo transplant, importance of preconception care to factors that may help increase the success of an embryo transfer. We emphasize the importance of comprehensive medical evaluations, individualized treatment plans, and good preconception health for success in IVF processes.

00:00 Introduction to Fertile Conversations

00:46 Meet the Experts: Dr. Jessica Bauer

01:42 Fertility Q&A: Understanding Your Cycle

03:15 Fertility Testing: What to Expect

04:31 The Role of Acupuncture in Fertility Treatments

06:01 Understanding Birth Control and Fertility

08:44 Yoga and Exercise During Fertility Treatments

10:27 Embryo Transfers: What You Need to Know

19:58 Addressing Fertility Concerns: Thin Uterine Lining and More

23:12 Increasing Your Chances of a Successful Embryo Transfer

28:34 Conclusion: Your Fertility Journey

About the Host:

Farrar Duro, AP, FABORM

In 2001, Farrar founded Florida Complete Wellness where she specializes in reproductive acupuncture and herbal medicine. After completing her studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shandong, China and earning her degree from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine in 2000, she became a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine in 2008.

Driven by her own experience overcoming PCOS and endometriosis with Traditional Chinese Medicine and other natural methods, Farrar derives immense fulfillment from sharing her knowledge, and in pursuit of this, she founded The PCOS Revolution Podcast and most recently Fertile Conversations: The IVF and Acupuncture Podcast.

Contact her at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://floridacompletewellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/flcompletewellness/⁠⁠⁠

About the Guest:

Jessica Bauer, MD, MS, FACOG is double board certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology as well as Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility.

As a fertility specialist, Dr. Bauer is committed to a patient-centered approach to all aspects of fertility and reproduction. She values cultivating relationships with patients, partners, and family members, in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Dr. Bauer’s areas of interest include fertility awareness and fertility preservation among all individuals who are considering becoming parents. She also enjoys management of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), uterine fibroids, endometriosis, all aspects of male infertility, as well as couples interested in the use of egg and sperm donors and gestational carriers (surrogacy). Dr. Bauer is also committed to education and family building in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Contact her at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ivfmd.com/⁠⁠⁠ and on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ivfmd/⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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