Proving Experts Wrong: Achieving IVF Success at 43

Proving Experts Wrong: Achieving IVF Success at 43

Author: Jamie Massey January 23, 2023 Duration: 50:58
017. Can a "snowball's chance in hell" actually turn into a miracle? In this episode, Jennifer, a high-powered CEO from Nashville, who was met with total medical skepticism when she began her fertility journey. Despite being told by a specialist that her chances of conceiving were practically non-existent, Jennifer applied the same tenacity she uses to lead her company to her own health. We dive into her strategic approach to IVF at 43, including how she navigated two egg retrievals, ma...

Hosted by Jamie Massey, Over 40 Fabulous and Pregnant creates a vital and candid space for a specific chapter of life that often goes unspoken. This isn't a clinical guide, but a companion for the emotional and physical journey of motherhood after forty. Every other Monday, you'll hear real, unfiltered stories from women navigating the complexities of trying to conceive, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. The conversations are raw-there's laughter, tears, and the kind of honest oversharing that only happens among those who truly understand each other's struggles, including the profound grief of loss. Tuning in means connecting with a community that dismantles the myth that this path is impossible or should be walked alone. You’ll find relatable experiences that educate and validate your own, whether you're seeking empowerment during fertility treatments or reassurance during a pregnancy that defies societal timelines. The podcast moves beyond simple inspiration to deliver genuine solidarity, making it a trusted resource for anyone redefining what family building looks like later in life. It’s about finding your footing with humor and heart, supported by stories that prove you are far from alone.
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Overcoming Chromosome Statistics for a Healthy Baby at 42 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:46
063. Tara is half English and half American who now lives in New York City. She’s lived in ten countries and recorded the show while visiting family in the Bahamas. Thinking about having children happened decades ago for…
Waiting for the Right Time: Planning for Babies at 42 and 45 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:35:45
062. We sit down with Gayle, a mother who proves that "the right time" doesn’t always follow a traditional timeline. After leaning into her life as a self-described "original cougar" with a younger partner, Gayle navigat…
From Surrogate to Mother Again: A Journey of Faith and Family at 40 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:53
061. Ashlee shares her unique perspective on motherhood, having experienced pregnancy and birth across three different decades of her life. After welcoming children in her 20s and 30s, and even serving as a surrogate for…
Overcoming Preeclampsia: A Story of Loss, Hope, and a Miracle at 41 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:47
060. Nana is almost 42 and recently married with their son that is four and half months old. When she first got together with her now husband, they were ready to have kids right away. She says it was quite a journey to h…
Recurrent Implantation Failure: The Path to Pregnancy at 52 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:18
059. Tanika was born and raised in Fresno, California. She currently lives in Manhattan, New York and is a project manager by trade. She had her first daughter at 23 and is a single mother by choice. There was a burning…
How Ch-a Conceived Naturally to be a First-time Mom at 47 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:27
058. Ch-a was born and raised in California, but currently lives in Clearwater, Florida with her four-month old daughter, partner and her mother. From eight years old all the way into her 20’s she was a competitive athle…
Barb’s Journey from Child Loss to Brain Cancer and Pregnancy at 57 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:36:16
057. This is a special episode because it’s not just a pregnancy story. This is an overview of Barb’s “a 1,000 tiny steps” to her pregnancy. Barb was a scholarship runner at BU in the eighties and ran for Nike for severa…
Nisha's IVF Journey to Two: Overcoming Low Egg Count and Quality [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:27
056. Nisha, from London who is three-months postpartum is sharing her IVF journey at 43. In her 30’s she didn’t know if she wanted to have children. She asked herself in her late 30’s if she would regret not having child…
The Scientist’s Path to IVF: Research, Trials, and Success at 41 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:55
055. Maria grew up in Germany but is a Spaniard that now lives in Austin, Texas. She’s always been fit and has lived an active lifestyle. For most of her life, she never thought she wanted to be a mother. At 39, somethin…
Believing Pregnancy is Possible Over 40 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:58
054. This is our one-year anniversary show! I am talking about believing pregnancy is possible over 40, so we can have a better TTC experience. We are looking at how I believe, the process I go through, and a list of tho…