Ten Things Fertility Patients Should Stop Doing

In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, I'm diving into the ten things I tell my fertility patients to stop doing every single day in my practice. As a fertility specialist who's been working with patients for years, I've noticed certain patterns and behaviors that can make the fertility journey more stressful than it needs to be. Whether you're just starting fertility treatments, in the middle of IVF, or trying to conceive naturally, this episode is packed with practical, science-based advice that will help you navigate this process with less stress and more confidence. I'm sharing the real talk about everything from baby showers to coffee consumption, and yes, even the prescription for ejaculation that sounds silly coming from a doctor's mouth but is scientifically valid. Read the full show notes and transcript on Dr. Aimee's website Throughout this episode, I explore the physical, emotional, and lifestyle factors that impact fertility treatment success. I discuss why it's okay to set boundaries, how to optimize sperm health, what you really need to know about exercise during IVF, and why that cup of coffee you've been avoiding is actually perfectly fine. My goal is to help you feel empowered to make informed decisions, reduce unnecessary stress, and approach your fertility journey with a positive mental attitude. I want you to stop doing things that don't serve you and start focusing on what actually matters for your fertility success. In this episode, we cover: Why you should skip baby showers and learn to say no without guilt during fertility treatment The truth about alcohol consumption during fertility treatments and when moderation is okay Exercise guidelines before and after egg retrieval, and why listening to your body is crucial Why abstaining from sex during fertility treatment is actually counterproductive and how frequent ejaculation improves sperm quality The importance of keeping your fertility journey private and choosing your support circle carefully How to choose sperm-friendly lubricants and avoid products that harm fertility Why stress about stress is unnecessary and how to build your fertility support team The impact of heat exposure on male fertility and why "cooking your balls" is a real concern Why you don't need to give up coffee during fertility treatment and the science behind caffeine consumption The power of positive mental attitude (PMA) and stopping negative thinking patterns Do you have questions about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 4 pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and Egg Freezing, and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Other ways to follow Dr. Aimee: Visit my YouTube channel for more fertility tipsSubscribe to the newsletter to get updatesJoin The Egg Whisperer SchoolRequest a Consultation with Dr. Aimee  Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well‑known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby‑making gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org. Keywords: fertility treatment, IVF, egg retrieval, fertility tips, trying to conceive, sperm health, fertility stress, fertility doctor advice, egg whisperer, Dr. Aimee, fertility journey, IVF tips, male fertility, female fertility, fertility lifestyle, fertility boundaries, positive mental attitude, fertility support, fertility podcast, reproductive health, infertility, fertility wellness, TTC tips, fertility mindset, IVF preparation, fertility recovery