Scrambled

Welcome back to Scrambled! This week, we’re joined by Sophia Witheiler, a licensed mental health counselor in New York and trauma-informed psychotherapist at LEL Therapy.

Sophia primarily works with young adult women in their 20s–40s who are navigating complex trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, and attachment issues.

She also runs a fertility support group for people navigating the emotional complexities of fertility struggles and family planning. In this episode, we’re talking about the side of fertility that doesn’t always get enough attention: the emotional toll.

From the anxiety and uncertainty of trying t...

Today we’re so excited to welcome Dr. Arielle Bayer, a reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist at CCRM Fertility of New York. Dr. Bayer specializes in helping patients navigate fertility challenges, and she’s also passionate about reproductive health advocacy and making fertility care more personalized and accessible.

On today’s episode, we’re talking about something that isn’t discussed nearly enough: secondary infertility.

Because what happens when you’ve already had a baby, assumed getting pregnant again would be straightforward, and suddenly… it isn’t?

We’re getting into what secondary infertility actual...

Welcome to episode 42 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode, Ash & Alyssa are joined by Dr. April Batcheller, Founding Physician and Medical Director of CCRM Fertility Minneapolis, for an honest and informative conversation about fertility, IVF, egg freezing, and the growing number of women having children later in life.

As a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist, Dr. Batcheller has helped countless patients navigate their fertility journeys. But she also brings a deeply personal perspective to the conversation. After facing her own fertility preservation challenges in her 30s, she went on to expand her family in her 40...

Welcome back to Scrambled! In this episode, your hosts Alyssa and Ash reflect on what it means and feels to be 32 in both of their lives. It is officially Fall 2026, and we hadn't seen each other in weeks We hope you enjoy listening to this one as much as we enjoyed recording it! CONNECT WITH US: IG: @Scrambled_ThePodcast TikTok: @Scrambled_ThePodcast Email: scrambledthepodcast@gmail.com⁩ Website: http://scrambledpod.com Disclaimer: Scrambled is for entertainment and education only, it is not intended as medical advice. Always check in with your health care provider for your own health needs.

This week on Scrambled, Ashlee sits down with a very special guest: her sister-in-law, Natalie “Herbie” Herbstreit, to talk candidly about her recent decision to freeze her eggs in Melbourne, Australia.

While Scrambled has explored egg freezing and fertility preservation before, this episode offers a different perspective by taking listeners through the experience in Australia, from choosing a clinic and navigating the medications and monitoring to balancing the process with a full-time career, social life, and the emotional side of making a decision about future fertility.

Natalie opens up about what first prompted her to cons...

Welcome to episode 39 of Scrambled the Podcast.

In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by Vida Delrahim, co-founder of WeNatal, for a deeply personal and eye-opening conversation about fertility, pregnancy loss, and why preparing for a baby should be a shared journey.

Vida opens up about her own experience with pregnancy loss and how that experience led her and her co-founder, Ronit Menashe, to take a closer look at fertility, nutrition, and the conversations that weren’t happening enough.

We dive into why fertility has historically been framed as primarily a women’s issu...

Welcome back to Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode, Ash is joined by Angela Rastegar to talk about fertility, IVF, and changing the financial model of fertility care.

Angela Rastegar is the founder and CEO of Sunfish, a company working to make fertility care more accessible, transparent, and financially predictable.

Angela talks through her own experience freezing her eggs in 2016. Years later, after working inside the fertility industry and witnessing patients drain their savings, sell valuables, and take on significant debt to pursue treatment, she became determined to understand why fertility care was so difficult...

Welcome back to Scrambled!

In this episode, your hosts Alyssa and Ash sit down for a much needed catch up and a little reflection on the summer that’s been.

It’s a fun, laid back episode full of funny questions, honest conversations, and plenty of laughs. It’s been a while since we’ve done a proper solo chat like this, and we loved getting the chance to just sit down, talk, and catch up.

We hope you enjoy listening to this one as much as we enjoyed recording it!

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This week on Scrambled, we’re joined by television host, producer, model, and creator Kamie Crawford. You may know Kamie from MTV’s Catfish, her hit podcast Relationsh*t, or her refreshingly honest conversations about confidence, relationships, and navigating life on your own terms.

Recently, Kamie opened up about her deeply personal egg-freezing journey, sharing everything from hormone injections and doctor's appointments to the emotional and financial realities of fertility preservation. By documenting the experience, she's helping women better understand their options and feel empowered to make informed decisions about their futures.

But this conversation goes...

This week on Scrambled, Ash and Alyssa are joined by Dr. Jaime Knopman, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and fertility specialist based in New York City.

Every day, Dr. Knopman helps patients navigate IVF, egg freezing, fertility preservation after cancer, and the complex realities of building a family. She's also the author of Own Your Fertility, a practical guide that empowers people to better understand their reproductive health and make informed decisions about their future.

Fertility is one of the most misunderstood topics in modern health. We're constantly hearing conflicting messages; some tell us science can...

Welcome to episode 34 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode, Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Hilary Dubin, founder of Quit With Jones.

While many people know smoking can impact reproductive health, vaping is often viewed as the "safer" alternative. But what does the research actually say about nicotine, fertility, egg quality, sperm health, pregnancy, and long-term reproductive outcomes?

Hilary shares the personal story that inspired the creation of Quit With Jones after struggling to quit vaping firsthand. Together, we explore why vaping became so normalized, what they've learned from helping thousands of people quit...

Welcome back to Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Dr. Lucky Sekhon, double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist, infertility specialist, OB/GYN, partner at RMA of New York, and bestselling author of The Lucky Egg.

Known for making fertility information accessible, evidence-based, and empowering, Dr. Sekhon has become one of the most trusted voices in reproductive health. She helps millions navigate topics like IVF, egg freezing, fertility preservation, and family building through her clinical practice, social media platforms, and educational content.

What makes this conversation especially powerful is that Dr. Sekhon...

In this episode of Scrambled, we sit down with fertility advocate Mackenzie Brody, who was diagnosed with Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) at just 22 years old. Mackenzie shares what it was like to receive such a life-changing diagnosis at a young age, how it impacted her fertility journey, and why she chose to undergo more than 15 egg freezing cycles while exploring emerging treatments like PRP clinical trials. Beyond her own experience, Mackenzie has become a passionate advocate for the POI community. She founded a RESOLVE support group that now connects more than 150 people, creating a safe space for those navigating...

This week on Scrambled, we’re joined by Dr. Shahin Ghadir, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and fertility specialist who has helped thousands of individuals and couples build their families over the last 20+ years. Based in Beverly Hills, Dr. Ghadir is an Assistant Clinical Professor at UCLA and USC, founder of Fertility for All, and host of The Fertile Life podcast. In this episode, we discuss how fertility medicine has evolved, the rise of egg freezing, common fertility myths, the impact of age on fertility, why male fertility deserves more attention, and how social media is shaping fertility education. Dr. Gh...

Welcome to episode 30 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Grace Armstrong, founder of Fertility Academy, East to West Nutrition, and Nuri Nutrients.

As a fertility nutritionist who has helped countless couples conceive, Grace combines science-backed nutrition with a root-cause approach to fertility.

We explore her personal fertility journey, why she challenges the idea of "unexplained infertility," and the hidden factors often missed in conventional fertility care, from egg and sperm quality to inflammation, gut health, implantation, and nervous system regulation.

Grace shares what she looks for...

Welcome to episode 29 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Dr. Carli Blau, psychotherapist, certified sex therapist, and founder of Boutique Psychotherapy.

Dr. Blau specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate the intersection of mental health, relationships, sexuality, and emotional wellbeing. In this candid and insightful conversation, we unpack one of the most overlooked aspects of fertility journeys: what happens to sex, intimacy, and connection when trying to conceive becomes stressful. From ovulation schedules and performance pressure to libido changes and relationship strain, Dr. Blau shares practical advice for couples trying...

Welcome to episode 28 of Scrambled the Podcast.

In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Ariana Medizade. In this episode, we're joined by Ariana Medizade, licensed pharmacist, functional nutrition counselor, wellness educator, and founder of The Wellness Pharm. Ariana has built a devoted following by helping women cut through wellness misinformation and better understand the connection between hormones, nutrition, supplements, and overall health.

Together, we dive into the intersection of fertility and wellness, exploring how lifestyle factors, metabolic health, stress, sleep, and nutrition can impact reproductive health. Ariana shares practical strategies for supporting your...

Welcome to episode 27 of Scrambled the Podcast.

In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Mia Kaercher, a mother, infertility advocate, and finalist in the national “Super Mom” competition; to hear the incredible story behind her journey to motherhood.

After discovering she carried the BRCA gene mutation, Mia faced heartbreaking uncertainty about her future and fertility. What followed were multiple failed IVF attempts, difficult decisions, and the emotional rollercoaster that so many women silently endure while trying to grow their families.

Eventually, Mia and her husband turned to surrogacy using their final embr...

Welcome to episode 26 of Scrambled the Podcast. This episode is Sponsored by Evvy. Scrambled listeners can visit https://www.evvy.com and use code "SCRAMBLED" at check out to receive 10% off.

In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Cory Ruth, a registered dietitian, women’s health expert, and founder of The Women’s Dietitian to talk all things PCOS, nutrition, hormones, and fertility. This episode was reordered prior to the official name change of PCOS to PMOS, so will refer to the condition by its prior name.

Cory specializes in helping women manage PCOS...

Welcome to episode 25 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Samantha Goldberg, NP.

In this episode, we explore neonatal care, the importance of parental education, and her personal journey of egg freezing. Samantha is a neonatal nurse practitioner and founder of Newborn Prep 101.

Discover how her professional experience informs her insights on fertility, emergency response, and empowering parents.

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Welcome to Episode 24 of Scrambled: The Podcast. This is Part 2 of a two-part conversation.

In this follow-up episode, Ashlee continues her conversation with Cynthia Thurlow, diving deeper into the realities of perimenopause and what it truly looks like in everyday life. Building on the foundation from Part 1, Cynthia unpacks the most common symptoms women experience, from mood changes and sleep disruptions to metabolic shifts and fatigue.

Together, they explore practical, evidence-based strategies to support your body during this transition, including nutrition, lifestyle adjustments, and how to advocate for yourself within the healthcare system.

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Welcome to Episode 23 of Scrambled the Podcast. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation.

In today’s episode, Ashlee is joined by Cynthia Thurlow to take the hormone conversation beyond fertility and into perimenopause; a phase many women experience, but few fully understand.

Cynthia breaks down what perimenopause really is, when it begins, how to recognize the signs, and where to turn for support.

This episode lays the foundation for understanding how your hormones evolve and why it matters.

Be sure to tune in next week for Part 2, where we dive ev...

Welcome to episode 22 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Dr Kay Linker, a neuroscientist focused on aging, longevity, and cognitive performance, specializing in women’s health.

In this episode, we break down what really matters when it comes to optimizing brain health and longevity, and separate the science from the noise. From daily habits to trending wellness fads, this conversation is all about helping you make smarter, more informed decisions about your health.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, this episode will bring you back...

Welcome to episode 20 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by returning guest, Dr Aimee AKA The Egg Whisperer.

When it comes to fertility, the spotlight is often on women, but male fertility plays an equally important role. In this episode, fertility expert Dr. Aimee breaks down the often-overlooked male side of the equation.

We dive into her memorable “BALLS Method”, a simple, actionable framework designed to help men understand and optimize their fertility. From lifestyle factors to medical insights, this conversation is packed with information every couple (and every man) shou...

Welcome to episode 20 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Dr Robert Setton, board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist based in Brooklyn, New York.

In this episode, he shares his personal journey to parenthood with his astonishingly resilient wife; through IVF, an experience that led him to pivot from cardiology to fertility medicine.

We also break down one of the most common (and confusing) listener questions: IUI vs. IVF. Whether you’re navigating fertility treatment or just starting to explore your options, this conversation blends expert insight with real, li...

Welcome to Episode 19 of Scrambled: The Podcast.

In this episode, Ash and Alyssa sit down for a candid catch-up, reflecting on their journey building the show so far.

They share insights from their experiences, revisit memorable moments, and dive into their vision for future topics, along with a few dream guests they’d love to have on.

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Welcome to Episode 18 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode, Ash and Alyssa are joined by special guest Lindsey Metselaar, founder and creator of the hit dating podcast "We Met at Acme".

Lindsey is no stranger to opening up behind the microphone. She’s built a loyal following by candidly sharing her personal experiences and insights on relationships and life. While she’s a successful entrepreneur and podcast host, Lindsey also speaks honestly about one of the most challenging chapters of her life; her journey to parenthood.

She opens up about navigating PCOS, undergoing IVF, and...

Welcome to Episode 17 of Scrambled the Podcast.

In this episode, Ash and Alyssa are joined by special guest Emily Rosen, a published author of a children’s book that helps explain the NICU experience to young readers.

Her series is set to expand, exploring the many ways children enter the world, including surrogacy and adoption.

Emily shares her personal journey through fertility struggles while trying to grow her family, and how writing became a powerful creative outlet to process her emotions and experiences.

Through her story, she opens up about IVF, su...

Welcome to episode 16 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode, Ash and Alyssa are joined by special guest Sydney Graves, a midwife and hypnobirthing instructor with over 10 years of experience across the UK and Australia.

Sydney walks us through the journey from pregnancy to birth, highlighting how education empowers parents to be and lays the foundation for a positive, informed, and confident birth experience. She also shares practical insights on self‑advocacy, navigating the maternity system, and preparing both mind and body for labour.

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In this week’s episode, Alyssa and Ash step away from the serious conversations to share a lighter, more personal side.

This catch-up episode features some rapid-fire questions, plenty of laughs, and a few memorable dating disaster stories along the way.

We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording it!

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In this weeks episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford dives deeper into embryo transfers, why some succeed and some fail, and how to optimize your health to increase fertility. Natalie is a double board-certified fertility doctor with a background in nutrition, helping both women and men take control of their reproductive futures.

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This week, Ash & Alyssa are serving up the real tea on life as 30-year-olds in NYC. One single, one married, both figuring it out in real time. From dating app adventures and married-life musings to the vulnerable side of launching a fertility podcast, nothing’s off the table. We’re talking daily chaos, putting yourself out there, navigating love in your 30s, and the incredible support from our listeners that keeps us going. Grab your coffee (or your cocktail) and come get Scrambled with us.

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Welcome to episode 12 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Jamie Babin who opens up about her journey to motherhood and all the health complications and trials she faced along the way.

Jamie is raw, honest and vulnerable in sharing some of her toughest challenges and is a true testament to the strength and resilience of people facing fertility struggles. Her journey is anything but straightforwards but the ending of her story is, in her own words, "worth it".

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Welcome to episode 12 of Scrambled the Podcast.

In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Jamie Babin who opens up about her journey to motherhood and all the health complications and trials she faced along the way.

Jamie is raw, honest and vulnerable in sharing some of her toughest challenges and is a true testament to the strength and resilience of people facing fertility struggles. Her journey is anything but straightforwards but the ending of her story is, in her own words, "worth it".

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Welcome to episode 11 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Christina Rinaldo AKA "Christina Wellness".

Christina is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner who is passionate about nutrition and its link to our hormone health and fertility outcomes. In this ep she helps us unpack health, meals and exercise to prioritize our hormonal health and potentially fertility outcomes.

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Welcome to episode 10 of Scrambled the Podcast.

In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Samantha Diamond. Sam is the Founder and CEO of Bird & Be, a company producing high quality and scientifically backed fertility supplements and at home tests.

Sam talks to us about what Bird & Be offers and helps us to delve into male factor infertility.

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Welcome to episode 9 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Amanda Segal.

Amanda's career in the Fertility sector spans over 30 years. She is a wealth of knowledge and helped us unpack the tricky conversation of the financial burden of IVF care.

She also personal struggled with fertility and has 3 IVF children.

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Welcome to episode 8 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Alyssa is joined by guest, Sophie Bennet. Soph shares her raw and emotional experience of an unexpected pregnancy in her 20's and the unexpected complications that followed.

The topic of abortion, pregnancy loss and medical complications is covered, listener discretion is advised.

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Welcome to episode 7 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Dr Keri Bergin.

Keri shares her expertise on the intricacies of the LGBTQIA+ community accessing fertility care for fertility preservation and family planning. She touches on sperm and egg donation, gestational surrogacy and navigating third party reproduction.

Dr Bergin also shares her personal story of using IVF care with her wife.

She is a wealth of knowledge and such an incredible resource and advocate for the queer community.

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Welcome to episode 6 of Scrambled the Podcast. In this episode Ash & Alyssa are joined by guest, Gabby Parsons. Gabby bravely shares her story of receiving a confronting health diagnosis at only 24 years old and how she proactively chose to incorporate fertility care into her treatment process. Gabby's story is not only inspiring but also shows the strength people find through some of the biggest hurdles that can confront us in life.

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