Lora Shahine, MD

Repeat after me…

'My ability to
Conceive 'naturally'
Carry and Birth a child
Deliver without C-section
Breast feed

Does not define me as a person.'

Carry on…💪

No one really wants to see a fertility doctor
Worried we'll find something wrong
Worried we won't
Worried we'll push IVF or a treatment you don't want
Worried will add to the shame society already heaps on those with infertility

👇What did I miss?

What's one thing you wish people understood about the fertility journey?

What is one self-care tip that helped you through fertility treatment?

Not sure who needs to here this but

Your family's fertility narrative may not be yours

If they 'get pregnant looking at each other'
You may have a hard time

If your family has infertility and miscarriages
It doesn't mean you'll have the same

Don't make assumptions❤️

POV from this fertility doctor

AMH does NOT predict fertility

It's best use is setting expectations for outcomes with stimulation for IVF, egg freezing

BUT

You can conceive & have a baby with a low AMH - work with a reproductive endocrinologist who can counsel you about YOUR personal situation

If you are 1 in 6, repeat after me..

Infertility is not my fault

Infertility is not my fault

Infertility is not my fault

💪 Carry on. You've got this!

#infertility

Repeat after me…

'My ability to
Conceive 'naturally'
Carry and Birth a child
Deliver without C-section
Breast feed

Does not define me as a person.'

Carry on…💪

Not sure who needs to hear this today but:

That #miscarriage was not your fault

Don't diminish your own or someone else's infertility journey as
'not that bad'

Leave comparison out of infertility support❤️

Not sure who needs to hear this today but:

That #miscarriage was not your fault

#notbroken

Not sure who needs to hear this but

Miscarriage is
-more common than you think
-most often an embryo issue
-not your fault

The vast majority of people who have miscarriages go on to have their family without intervention

Every pregnancy is a new opportunity

#notbroken

My daughter got into Georgetown today and I am one proud Mom!
#hoyasaxa

Not sure who needs to here this but

Your family's fertility narrative may not be yours

If they 'get pregnant looking at each other'
You may have a hard time

If your family has infertility and miscarriages
It doesn't mean you'll have the same

Don't make assumptions❤️

Not sure who needs to hear this today but:

That #miscarriage was not your fault

Communicating and sharing stories are essential for healing from infertility

Otherwise we think we're the only ones

#1in6 #notalone #notbroken

Don't diminish your own or someone else's infertility journey as
'not that bad'

Leave comparison out of infertility support

Communicating and sharing stories are essential for healing from infertility

Otherwise we think we're the only ones

#1in6 #notalone #notbroken

Don't diminish your own or someone else's fertility journey as
'not that bad'

Leave comparison out of fertility support❤️

If you have to choose one fertility test.. Choose a semen analysis : highest value test. Up to 50% male factor issue in couples with #infertility and cost typically <$200.00

If you're pregnant after miscarriage, Repeat after me

"Every pregnancy is a new opportunity"

"Every pregnancy is a new opportunity"

"Every pregnancy is a new opportunity"

You've got this❤️

POV from this fertility doctor

AMH does not predict fertility

It's best use is setting expectations for outcomes with IVF

BUT

You can get pregnant and have a baby with a low AMH - work with a reproductive endocrinologist who can counsel you about YOUR personal situation

Your loved one struggling with #infertility and #miscarriage

does NOT need advice.

They need your love and support❤️

PSA from this fertility doctor

Despite most fertility education, ovulation testing, and menstrual cycle apps claim a normal cycle length is 28 days,

2019 study showed only 13% of menstrual cycles are actually 28 days

A little variety is OK!

POV from this fertility doctor

AMH does not predict fertility

It's best use is setting expectations for outcomes with IVF

BUT

You can get pregnant and have a baby with a low AMH - work with a reproductive endocrinologist who can counsel you about YOUR personal situation

"Fertility is a unique journey. As a reproductive endocrinologist, I'm here to share evidence-based insights and empower you with knowledge about your options. Let's talk science, support, and solutions. Looking for others that care about #FertilityCare #ReproductiveHealth #TTC"

No one really wants to see a fertility doctor
Worried we'll find something wrong
Worried we won't
Worried we'll push IVF or a treatment you don't want
Worried will add to the shame society already heaps on those with infertility

👇What did I miss?

Past fertility does not predict present fertility

Many will conceive easily the first time and when trying again delay seeking help because they are stuck in the narrative that getting pregnant is easy for them

Things change
Don’t waste time stuck
Seek testing and counseling

Hi friend 👋

I have no personal knowledge of this project but as a fertility doctor and former fertility patient I’m saddened to see any less research this field - we have so much to learn!