Trying with Dr. Sasha Hakman

Which IVF Add-Ons Actually Work? PRP, Growth Hormone, Intralipids & More

Are IVF add-ons actually improving your chances of having a baby, or are you spending thousands of dollars on treatments that haven't been proven to work? In this solo ep

Postpartum Depression, Anxiety & Psychosis Explained: What Every Woman Should Know

Mental health during infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum is often misunderstood, and knowing what's normal, what's not, and when to seek help can make all the differen

How to Make a Birth Plan: Induction, Epidurals, VBAC & Labor Explained

A birth plan can help you feel prepared for labor, but birth does not always go according to plan. In this solo episode, Dr. Sasha Hakman shares her perspective as both a

Dr. Mona Amin on Sleep Training, Co-Sleeping & Gentle Parenting (Part 2)

What does it actually take to raise emotionally resilient kids without losing yourself in the process? In Part 2 of my conversation with pediatrician and PedsDocTalk fou

Secondary Infertility After a C-Section: Dr. Mona's Journey to IVF

WARNING: This episode includes detailed discussion of traumatic birth, a NICU stay, a newborn stroke and seizures, maternal sepsis, repeat surgeries, and fear of dying in

Fertility Q&A: IVF, Luteal Phase Defects, Embryo Testing, Exercise & More

In this solo Q&A episode of Trying with Dr. Sasha Hakman, Dr. Sasha answers listener questions across fertility, IVF, embryo transfer, hormone health, pregnancy, exercise

Fetal Movement, Kick Counts & Stillbirth Prevention with Count the Kicks

Stillbirth is a topic many expectant parents are afraid to talk about, but understanding your baby’s movement patterns can be an empowering tool during pregnancy. In thi

OHSS: What You Need to Know Before IVF or Egg Freezing

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, or OHSS, is a potential complication of ovarian stimulation that Dr. Sasha believes every patient going through IVF or egg freezing sho

How to Get in Shape After Baby: Postpartum Fitness, Nutrition & Strength with Samantha Christine

Getting stronger after pregnancy is not about "bouncing back." It is about rebuilding your body, fueling it properly, and creating habits you can actually maintain. In th

The IVF Protocol No One Explains: What Actually Determines Your Results

IVF medication protocols can be one of the most confusing parts of fertility treatment. In this solo episode, reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Sasha Hakman explains how I

Dr. Mamina Turegano on Hormonal Acne, Hair Loss & Skincare That Works

We share more with a reproductive endocrinologist than you'd think — hormones drive skin and hair just as much as fertility. In this episode, Dr. Sasha sits down with tri

Secondary Infertility Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment: Everything You Need to Know

Secondary infertility affects millions of women — and yet it remains one of the most isolating diagnoses in the fertility space. You already have a child, so you feel lik

The Truth About Cycle Syncing, Fasted Training & Building Muscle After 40

Most women have been told at some point that their menstrual cycle should dictate how they train, that fasted workouts are wrecking their hormones, or that muscle-buildin

What IVF Protocol Did a Fertility Doctor Choose for Herself?

You asked for it, and here it is. In this solo episode, Dr. Sasha Hakman walks through her own two IVF cycles in full detail — the exact medications, doses, trigger decis

Does a Hysterectomy Cure Endometriosis? An Endo Surgeon Answers Your Top Googled Questions

Endometriosis affects at least 1 in 10 women, yet the average patient waits years for a diagnosis — often after being told their pain is normal. In this episode, Dr. Sash

What Causes Miscarriage? A Fertility Doctor's Full Breakdown

Pregnancy loss affects 15–25% of clinically recognized pregnancies, yet so many people are left without answers — or without hope. In this solo episode, Dr. Sasha Hakman

Fertility After 40: Real Stats, Real Options, Real Talk

In this solo episode, Dr. Sasha dives into one of the most requested topics on the podcast: trying to conceive and being pregnant after 40. She cuts through the noise of

The IVF Test That Could Finally Explain Your Failed Transfers with Jeremy Grushcow of Juniper Genomics

If you've ever gone through a failed embryo transfer and wondered why , this episode is for you. Dr. Sasha sits down with Jeremy Grushcow, co-founder and CEO of Juniper G

The Truth About Women's Health, Medical Misinformation, and Advocating for Yourself

What does it actually mean to try as a woman, as a patient, as a person navigating a healthcare system that wasn't built with you in mind? In this first solo episode of t

Your Doctor Is Wrong About Exercise: What a Doctor of Physical Therapy Wants You to Know

Are you being told to stop exercising while trying to conceive or going through IVF? You're not alone and according to today's guest, you're also likely being given advic