#5: The time Kayti got knocked up by science 👩🔬
💋 Plus a lip balm you need if you'll be kissing anyone this V-Day
It's raining, it's pouring, our eggs are in mourning… okay, that was bad. But seriously, LA has been drenched this week—such a wild contrast to the fires we had in January. And as every Californian says when it rains: We need it! So we’re embracing the cozy vibes and pretending it’s a real winter.
In other news, Kayti made a big move to the other side of the city this week (hello, westside!)—but you'll have to tune into the pod to hear exactly where. We’re also sharing a big update on our journeys (hint: it’s major) and teasing some incredible guests lined up for Season 2. It’s easily one of our favorite conversations yet, so don’t miss it.
And, of course, it’s Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, a pet, or just treating yourself to overpriced chocolate (highly recommend), we hope you feel all the love this weekend.
Remember: You’re doing great ❤️
xo Amy & Kayti
🚨TW for this week’s episode: If you’re in the thick of a transfer, waiting for beta results, or just not in the headspace for pregnancy news, please take care of yourself. We love you, we see you, and we’ll be here whenever you’re ready. 💛
This episode is a BIG one! Kayti breaks down every detail of her transfer (wait, what!?) from last October. Listen below!
Big IVF news: Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed a new sperm selection method that’s nearly doubling success rates. Instead of the usual process, this tech uses imaging to pick the healthiest sperm—leading to better fertilization and higher pregnancy rates.
Early results? 20 pregnancies from 31 embryo transfers. In the control group, it was just 14 out of 41. Huge. It’s still in trials, so not clinic-ready yet, but it’s real progress. And in this process, any step forward matters.
We’ll be watching this one—because better odds are something we could all use.
Currently reapplying this lip balm as we write this. Seriously though, we love all things Necessaire, and this compact tube with Pure Essential Mint Oil has been such a gift during winter months (and also IVF—because we deserve treats during infertility!). It’s $25 but lasts forever, and we promise it’s so worth it. Ask your SO to buy you a tube for a belated V-day gift! #notsponsored
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I don’t even know how to say this, so I’ll just say it: I’m finally pregnant. And I’m terrified. After years of IVF, I should be ecstatic, right? But mostly, I just feel like I’m holding my breath, waiting for the other shoe to drop. Every cramp, every twinge, every moment I don’t feel sick enough sends me spiraling. It’s like my brain refuses to believe this could actually be happening.
I’ve spent so long grieving this possibility that now, having it feels almost too fragile to touch. Like if I get too attached, it’ll be ripped away. And let’s be real, the first trimester is awful for my anxiety. You wait years for this, and then you’re told, Cool, now just hang tight for 12 more weeks and hope for the best. It’s torture.
Also, I google way too much and let myself go to all the worst-case scenarios. It’s such a mindf**k, this whole thing. Wanting something so badly for so long, and then when you finally get it, not knowing how to let yourself believe it’s real. Oh, and feeling guilty that you aren’t happier because you know a ton of people who are still going through IVF and would kill to switch places.
So, yeah. I’m pregnant. And I’m terrified. And I have no idea how to do this. — SW
We’re looking to feature more stories from readers highlighting the highs and lows of IVF and infertility. Send us your stories via email or on social DMs!
A roundup of romantic movies to watch this weekend.
We’re skipping dinner reservations and making this cake in a mug for us and our SO.
A great listen about keeping intimacy alive while going through IVF.
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