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Fertility Cafe

Eloise Drane
Surrogacy
IVF
Infertility
Egg Donation
Fertility
Reproductive Health
Family Building
Egg Freezing
Intended Parents
Fertility Care
Birth Rates
Patient Advocacy
Mental Health
Third-Party Reproduction
Fertility Coaching
Mental Health Support
Donor Conception
Family Inceptions
Fertility Treatments
Endometriosis

Fertility Café explores the evolving world of reproductive health, infertility, and modern family building. Hosted by Eloise Drane, fertility expert, agency founder, past surrogate and egg donor, and mom of five, the show unpacks the medical, emotional, and ethical sides of today’s fertility care. From IVF, surrogacy, egg and sperm donation, embryo donation, infertility treatment, men’s fertility,... more

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Latest Episodes

Does your employer cover IVF, surrogacy, or egg donation? Most people have no idea what fertility benefits they’re entitled to, or how to ask for them.

In this episode, Eloise Drane sits down with Brooke Bartholomay Quinn, COO of Carrot Fertility an... more

What do you wish someone had told you before you became a surrogate?

In this episode of Fertility Café, Eloise Drane opens up the conversation surrogates rarely get to have out loud: the strange facts, surprising details, and small things nobody war... more

What happens when an industry built to help people build families starts failing the very people it's supposed to serve?

In this season seven finale of Fertility Café, host Eloise Drane steps out from behind the interview chair to speak directly abo... more

What if everything you thought you knew about fertility was only half the story?

In this episode of Fertility Café, Eloise Drane sits down with board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist Dr. Natalie Crawford for a deeply... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Natalie Crawford
Double board-certified physician in obstetrics/gynecology and reproductive endocrinology and infertility
Fora Fertility; Pinnacle; author of The Fertility Formula
Episode: Beyond the Egg: Rethinking Fertility Through Egg, Embryo, and Sperm Health
Christina Alicea
Egg donor, fertility industry professional, and advocate for ethical, transparent reproductive care
Fertility clinic / egg donation programs
Episode: The Egg Donation Screening Process: What to Expect from Application to Retrieval
Jennifer Silva
Family Support Advisor
Fertility Café
Episode: Surrogacy from Start to Baby: What Every Intended Parent Should Know
Dr. Daniel Shapiro
Medical Director of My Egg Bank and Reproductive Biology Associates in Atlanta
My Egg Bank / Reproductive Biology Associates (RBA)
Episode: An ’80s Sperm Donor. A Fertility Specialist. A Sitting Senator.
Josh McLaurin
Georgia State Senator, elected 2022
Georgia State Senate
Episode: An ’80s Sperm Donor. A Fertility Specialist. A Sitting Senator.
Darnae Pitts
Two-time gestational surrogate, devoted wife and mother of two
Independent surrogate (two families)
Episode: I Carried Two Babies for Other Families: The Truth About Becoming a Surrogate Twice
Lisa Hendrickson-Jack
Certified fertility awareness educator, holistic reproductive health practitioner, founder of the Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program
Fertility Awareness Mastery/Mentorship Program
Episode: The Truth About Birth Control, Ovulation, and Your Hormones with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack
Richard Westerby
Co-founder of IVF Daddies, author
IVF Daddies
Episode: Navigating Fertility in the US: A Guide for International Parents Seeking Treatment with Richard Westoby and Julio Gaggia
Julio Gaggia
Co-host/partner at IVF Daddies
IVF Daddies
Episode: Navigating Fertility in the US: A Guide for International Parents Seeking Treatment with Richard Westoby and Julio Gaggia

Host

Eloise Drane
Host of Fertility Café

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • A must listen!

    Incredible milestone 100th episode! The discussion about the future of fertility is mind-blowing. David Sable's insights are both informative and thought-provoking. I'm amazed at how the fertility industry is evolving and the potential impact on society. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in reproductive medicine and science.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beth oehn
    United States3 years ago
  • OBSESSED

    I am so obsessed with this show! I can’t wait to share with my clients.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Badgers mom
    United States3 years ago
  • What a great resource.

    Eloise brings a broad and deep understanding of fertility and fertility treatment to this podcast. She is very knowledgeable yet the presentation and questions are accessible and the discussions very clear. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ✌ ♡ ♬ ☆ ☮ ☼ ☂
    United States3 years ago
  • Get all your answers here!

    This is your go-to podcast for all things related to infertility, surrogacy, egg donor, pregnancy…ALL OF IT! Eloise is a wonderful host that is breaking barriers and stigmas in the world of infertility. Our culture needs to be educated on so many things and this podcast teaches so much on several, very important topics. WHEN you listen, your eyes are definitely going to be opened to a new perspective. Thank you for changing the world one episode at a time, Eloise!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cdrobertsjr
    United States3 years ago
  • Such a great resource!

    As a psychology who works to help people build their families, it’s so important that I’m able to share with my clients informative and fact based resources. I love being able to have Fertility Cafe on my list of podcasts to listen to for future intended parents and gestational carriers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dbelgard
    United States4 years ago

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Surrogacy from Start to Baby: What Every Intended Parent Should Know
Q: When someone decides they want to pursue surrogacy, what are the major stages they'll move through from first call to bringing a baby home?
The process unfolds in phases: pre-work with the fertility clinic to create embryos, onboarding with an agency, matching and education, medical and legal clearances after matching, transfer and pregnancy, culminating in birth. The structure provides clarity and helps guide intended parents through each stage.
The Egg Donation Screening Process: What to Expect from Application to Retrieval
Q: Before a donor even applies, what would you want them to know?
Educate yourself thoroughly—medically, emotionally, and ethically—look beyond the compensation, understand the long-term implications, and recognize that this is a lifetime commitment that can evolve over time.
The Egg Donation Screening Process: What to Expect from Application to Retrieval
Q: This is bumping up to my favorite question about how the application and screening process works—what was that actually like?
The process is lengthy and comprehensive, starting with an in-depth application, followed by medical, family history, genetic testing, and psychological evaluations; I advise donors to set aside ample time to complete it and to prepare for a broad range of personal questions.
The Egg Donation Screening Process: What to Expect from Application to Retrieval
Q: So what was your first cycle? What was your first journey like?
The physical aspects of the first cycle were manageable, but the hormonal changes and the emotional experience were much more intense than I expected, varying from cycle to cycle; some provide smooth experiences while others are more challenging, which underscored the need for thorough education and personalized planning.
Beyond the Egg: Rethinking Fertility Through Egg, Embryo, and Sperm Health
Q: Why is it important to start thinking about fertility as part of overall health and wellness rather than a ticking clock?
She explains that infertility shares causal factors with long-term health and that addressing inflammation, sleep, diet, and insulin resistance early can improve both fertility and overall longevity, shifting care from reactive to proactive.

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A thought-provoking show exploring reproductive health, infertility, and modern family-building through real stories and expert insights. Topics span IVF, surrogacy, egg/sperm/frame donation, embryo work, hormones, and patient advocacy, with a consistent emphasis on medical realities, emotional journeys, and ethical considerations. Notable strengths include first-hand surrogate perspectives, deep medical expertise, and practical guidance for intended parents, donors, and professionals navigating today's fertility landscape.

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Recent guests on Fertility Cafe include:

1. Dr. Natalie Crawford
2. Christina Alicea
3. Jennifer Silva
4. Dr. Daniel Shapiro
5. Josh McLaurin
6. Darnae Pitts
7. Lisa Hendrickson-Jack
8. Richard Westerby

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