“Fertility is a lonely process.” That is how Ashlee describes why Fertility Nurses Unfiltered exists, and it is the thread running through this week’s season finale.

After 36 weekly episodes, Laura and Ashlee are sitting down on their own for the first time in months. They look back on what started as an experiment between two nurses who had only known each other for a year, and on the conversations that shaped the season. They also share what they learned at the ASRM Congress in Baltimore and finally open up about Rooted Fertility Co., the company that grew out of this podcast.

In this episode, we cover:

• A look back at season one, from the very first guest to the topics that surprised us most
• Why we are taking a break, and the guest lineup already waiting for season two in 2027
• Our biggest takeaways from ASRM, including a shift toward improving the patient experience, early blood tests for endometriosis, needle-free IVF, and new ideas around sperm health
• The tension between running a fertility clinic as a business and caring for patients with compassion
• How to spot red flags when choosing outside support, including anyone who promises an outcome, and why the term “coach” is so complicated
• Why we left the clinic setting and what Rooted Fertility Co. offers: 1:1 support, on-demand texting, virtual and in-home injection teaching, and a nurse-led community grouped by where you are in your journey
• How you can shape what comes next with your feedback and topic ideas

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More than anything, this episode is a thank you. Fertility is not a linear journey, and nobody should have to navigate the noise alone. Being supported, educated, and confident in the decisions you make is what we are here for.

If you are in the middle of treatment, supporting someone who is, or work in this space, this episode is for you. The holiday season can be tough when you are navigating a journey, so be kind and patient with yourselves. We are rooting for you, even if we have never met you in person.

We will see you in 2027.

Connect with Rooted Fertility Co.:

Website: https://www.rootedfertilityco.com

"I was told that I wasn’t gonna have kids when I was 16.” That is where Dr. Alison Peck’s path into reproductive medicine began, and it shaped how she thinks about being proactive with your fertility.

This week we sit down with Dr. Alison Peck, a double board certified reproductive endocrinologist with more than 20 years of experience at HRC Fertility in Encino and Westlake Village, California. We get into why so many of us were taught how to prevent pregnancy but never learned what it actually takes to get pregnant, and what it looks like to take charge of your reproductive health before you feel any pressure. Dr. Peck brings both clinical expertise and her own story to a conversation about education, advocacy, and intention.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why so many people come into fertility care with a knowledge gap, and how education, environment, and access play a role
• Early signs worth paying attention to, from cycle patterns to health history, and why telling someone matters
• What fertility testing like AMH and antral follicle count can and cannot tell you
• The pros and cons of at-home fertility testing
• Egg freezing: when people consider it, what to expect, and the biggest misconception
• Everyday habits that support your body, including sleep, movement, nourishment, and stress
• Why being intentional matters more than doing everything, and why guidance is worth seeking before adding supplements

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More than anything, this episode is a reminder that being proactive does not mean being perfect. It means learning about your body, asking questions, and making a plan that fits your life.

If you are curious about your fertility, planning for the future, or feeling unheard in your own care, this episode is for you.

Connect with Dr. Alison Peck:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonpeckmd/Website: https://havingbabies.com/physicians/alison-c-peck-md-facog/

"You are going through this together, but it is a completely different experience for everyone involved.” That is how Kristina D’Antonio describes it to her patients, and it is the heart of this week’s conversation.

So much of the fertility conversation centers on the person going through treatment. This week, Laura and Ashlee turn to the people standing beside them: partners, parents, siblings, friends, and even coworkers. Joined by Jessica Erickson, LCSW, and Kristina D’Antonio, LCSW, co-founders of Sana Psychotherapy, a practice focused on reproductive and perinatal mental health, we talk about how to support someone through IVF or fertility treatment without losing yourself along the way.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why support people often feel they don’t have the right to struggle, and why “I don’t get it” can be exactly what someone needs to hear
• Comfort or solutions? One simple question that can change how your support lands
• How to ask for space and name your own needs without feeling selfish
• Why “I’m noticing” works better than “you are” when a loved one is spiraling on social media or Reddit
• How to repair after saying the wrong thing, and the difference between intention and impact
• What to do when someone you love is struggling and you have a pregnancy announcement to share
• Navigating disagreements with a partner about next steps, like trying another round or taking a break
• Fertility treatment and the workplace: how coworkers can help, and how to think about what you share
• What to do when a partner isn’t showing up for appointments, bloodwork, or consents, and how the care team can help
• Why support needs to last the whole journey, not just the moment someone first opens up

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The biggest takeaway? Perfection is not the goal. Support people will say the wrong thing, and that is okay. What matters is acknowledging the gap between intention and impact, staying open to repair, and tending to your own needs too, because no one can pour from an empty cup.

If you are supporting someone through fertility treatment, navigating it yourself, or want to understand what the people around you may be carrying, this episode is for you.

Connect with Sana Psychotherapy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sana.psychotherapy/Website: https://www.sanapsychotherapypllc.com/