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EPISODE · Jan 6, 2026 · 20 MIN

Why High-Achieving Women Struggle Most With Infertility and How to Start Thriving

from Love and Science Fertility · host Erica Bove, MD

Download The Physician Fertility Roadmap- a 6-step, evidence-based plan to optimize your fertility over the next 6-12 months. https://support.loveandsciencefertility.com/The-Physician-Fertility-RoadmapHigh achieving women are often told to try harder.But in infertility, striving can quietly keep the body stuck.In this episode of the Love and Science Podcast, Dr. Erica introduces Starting To Thrive, a 12 module course created from over a decade of clinical experience in reproductive endocrinology.She shares why infertility so often overwhelms the nervous system, why information alone is not enough when the body is in survival mode, and how real transformation begins when the mind and body return to safety.In this conversation, Dr. Erica explores:Why chronic striving increases stress and blocks healingHow calming the nervous system supports fertilityThe role of authentic hope grounded in scienceMaking empowered, values based decisionsNavigating triggers, bad news, and waitingBuilding support and community in an isolating journeyThis episode marks the official launch of the Starting To Thrive Course, which includes a structured 12 week program, practical tools for meaningful change, and 18 CME credits for physicians and other health aligned professionals.If you have been doing everything right but still feel exhausted, anxious, or stuck, this conversation offers a grounded and compassionate path forward.You do not need to push harder.There is another way, and it starts with learning how to thrive.www.loveandsciencefertility.com/starting-to-thrive-course Support the showAs always, please keep in mind that this is my perspective and nothing in this podcast is medical advice.If you found this conversation valuable, book a consult call with me using this link:https://www.loveandsciencefertility.com/private-fertility-consultFollow us on social media:IG: www.instagram.com/loveandsciencefertilityFB: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553692167183Please don’t let infertility have the final word. We are here to take the burden from you so that you can achieve your goal of building your family with confidence and compassion. I’m rooting for you always.In Gratitude,Dr. Erica Bove

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Download The Physician Fertility Roadmap- a 6-step, evidence-based plan to optimize your fertility over the next 6-12 months. https://support.loveandsciencefertility.com/The-Physician-Fertility-Roadmap High achieving women are often told to try harder. But in infertility, striving can quietly keep the body stuck. In this episode of the Love and Science Podcast, Dr. Erica introduces Starting To Thrive, a 12 module course created from over a decade of clinical experience in reproductive e...

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