Trying to Conceive
When Longevity Meets Fertility: How Longevity Expert Kayla Barnes Chose Between Egg and Embryo Freezing
In this episode, longevity leader and wellness entrepreneur @KaylaBarnesLentz joins Dr. Sasha Hakman to share her science-backed approach to fertility preservation. Kayla touches on how she decided to freeze eggs vs embryos and the tools she used that helped her recover faster than any patient Dr. Hakman has seen, Kayla breaks down the why, how, and what’s next in her journey to building a big family. Expect tips on testing, mindset, and why optimizing health before conception might be the most powerful investment of all.
IVF 101: The Process Step by Step
Starting IVF can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Dr. Sasha Hakman simplifies the science and the steps so you know exactly what to expect. From understanding your menstrual cycle and ovarian reserve to exploring egg retrieval, embryo culture, and genetic testing, Dr. Sasha gives you the knowledge to feel informed and empowered throughout your fertility journey.
Loss, Resilience, and Choice: A Fertility Journey with Dr Sarah Oreck
Dr. Sarah Oreck- psychiatrist, mother of three, and co-founder of Mavida Health- opens up about her experience with second trimester loss, IVF, and the emotional complexity of trying to conceive. With Dr. Sasha Hakman, she discusses how mental health is often overlooked in fertility treatment, the stigma around termination for medical reasons, and how her personal story helped shape the way she cares for others. This is an honest conversation about what it means to choose your path and how to survive when things don’t go as planned.
Not on Brand- But totally real: Aggie Lal Opens up About TTC
What happens when your lifestyle is optimized, your labs look great—and you still can’t get pregnant? Aggie Lal joins Dr. Sasha to unpack the emotions and realities behind “unexplained” infertility, how her partner’s sperm shifted the narrative, and why being a wellness influencer doesn’t guarantee an easy path to motherhood. This is the story behind the social media highlight reel.