Episode
47

The Fertility Expert: Egg Freezing, IVF, and Supplements Explained

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Dr. Lucky Sekhon
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Trying to understand fertility today can feel overwhelming, confusing, and loaded with guilt.

Especially if you’re in your 30s or 40s and constantly hearing conflicting advice about “the biological clock,” egg quality, and what you should or shouldn’t be doing right now.Many women are left blaming themselves, chasing supplements, or relying on social media myths instead of clear medical guidance.

This is exactly why Tamsen sat down with Dr. Lucky Sekhon, board-certified reproductive endocrinologist, infertility specialist, and author of ‘The Lucky Egg.’

Dr. Sekhon has spent years treating patients and studying fertility from the inside and her work challenges many of the outdated narratives that still dominate conversations about getting pregnant, aging, and reproductive health.

In this episode, she explains what actually matters when it comes to fertility, what doesn’t, and why so much of what women are told creates unnecessary stress, shame, and misinformation.

They discuss:

  • What the biological clock really means (and what it doesn’t)
  • The difference between egg quantity and egg quality
  • Why fertility is never entirely within your control (and why that’s important to understand)
  • When to start thinking about fertility, even if you’re not ready to try
  • How perimenopause, age, and reproductive health intersect
  • What lifestyle changes actually help and which ones are overhyped
  • The truth about supplements, egg freezing, and fertility preservation
  • Why fertility struggles are never just “a woman’s issue”

This conversation cuts through fear-based messaging and replaces it with grounded, science-backed clarity.Instead of telling women to do more, stress less, or “optimize everything,” Dr. Sekhon offers a more realistic, compassionate framework for understanding fertility, one that centers knowledge, choice, and mental health.

If you’re trying to get pregnant, thinking about your future options, or simply want to understand your body better, this episode will help you separate facts from myths and focus on what truly matters.

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Dr. Lucky Sekhon

Tamsen sat down with Dr. Lucky Sekhon to learn what actually matters when it comes to fertility and why so much of what women are told creates unnecessary stress, shame, and misinformation.

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medical disclaimer:

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show.

00:00 Introduction 

02:33 Why Dr. Lucky Sekhon Wrote The Lucky Egg

04:01 Fertility Myths, Social Media, and the Cost of Bad Advice

07:23 How IVF Has Changed and Why Success Rates Are Higher Today

10:59 When Should You Start Thinking About Fertility?

14:51 What the “Biological Clock” Really Means

28:36 Can You Improve Egg Quality as You Age?

31:10 Lifestyle Factors That Quietly Damage Egg Quality

32:28 The Best Diet and Exercise Pattern for Fertility

35:48 How Long Can Eggs and Embryos Stay Frozen?

40:03 What is the Best Thing You Can Do to Improve Your Fertility

42:15 Are Supplements Worth Taking?

45:11 This is the Biggest Thing to Know About Fertility to Not Feel Overwhelmed

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