Episode 52: Microdosing

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Episode 52: Microdosing

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34 minutes

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Jan 29, 2019

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Karyne is sick. Other than that, Ari had his helmet appointment, he got introduced to peanuts, and he’s sleeping in his own room.

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Jan 29, 2019

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Follow along every other Tuesday as Kate and Karyne navigate reciprocal IVF using Karyne's eggs, unknown donor sperm, and Kate's uterus. And drink lots of La Croix. Learn more about their journey by visiting gayestshowonbirth.com. Submit your questions or comments to gayestshowonbirth@gmail.com. Connect with Kate and Karyne on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter by searching for Gayest Show on Birth.

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Episode 1: It's Go Time: Kate and Karyne are making a baby! In the first episode, they talk about why they chose reciprocal IVF, how they selected their donor sperm (and bought it while on vacay! Poolside!), and Kate's non-existent veins. by Gayest Show On Birth
44 min listen
Episode 3: Third Time's the Charm: This week, Kate and Karyne share their tale of buying $4,200 worth of medicine, including what each drug does and how much it all cost. They also answer a listener question about fears they might have surrounding choosing a donor. What they don’t talk about this week? Spencer Pratt. by Gayest Show On Birth
43 min listen
Intro: Follow along every Tuesday as Kate and Karyne navigate reciprocal IVF using Karyne's eggs, unknown donor sperm, and Kate's uterus. by Gayest Show On Birth
1 min listen
Episode 2: And the Cycle Begins: This week, Kate and Karyne give an overview of their reciprocal IVF process, chat about pricing for some of the meds they have to take, and Karyne gets starstruck (AGAIN) over Spencer Pratt. Plus, they share some comments and answer questions about birth control. by Gayest Show On Birth
47 min listen
Episode 10: Lining Up and Ready: Kate’s lining is finally up to snuff and the transfer is scheduled for this week! Kate and Karyne also found the perfect analogy to describe what happens in the uterus as it preps for a baby. Nobody is surprised that the analogy has to do with food. This episode is sponsored by Episona. Visit www.episona.com and enter the code birth10 to save 10% off your purchase of an Episona Test. by Gayest Show On Birth
51 min listen
Episode 7: Hurry Up and Wait: After a week of waiting, Kate and Karyne now have another 2 weeks of waiting. But that’s OK! It’ll prep them for the waiting and waiting they’ll have to do later on in this process. Also this week, they discuss what the egg retrieval process really entailed and offer an update on the status of their embryos. This episode is sponsored by Episona. Visit www.episona.com and enter the code birth10 to save 10% off your purchase of an Episona Test. by Gayest Show On Birth
42 min listen
Episode 19: Fit for a King: Kate and Karyne got a king-size bed and it’s the best thing that ever happened to them. No really. The first OB appointment went really well, and they got to see the little alien who’s one day going to be a roommate who never leaves. by Gayest Show On Birth
42 min listen
Episode 12: To Pee or Not to Pee: The one-week wait is almost over, and Kate and Karyne couldn’t be happier, even though they’ve found plenty to do to keep them busy. Kate is experiencing some symptoms — and so is Karyne (obviously) — that could mean something or nothing or both. Did they end up doing the at-home pregnancy test? Listen to find out. This episode is sponsored by Episona. Visit www.episona.com and enter the code birth10 to save 10% off your purchase of an Episona Test. by Gayest Show On Birth
47 min listen
Episode 8: PGS Tests and Turkeys: Thanksgiving has come and gone, and Kate and Karyne are still playing the waiting game. But in a surprising turn of events, they got the PGS test results back earlier than they thought they would. It’s a Thanksgiving miracle! This episode is sponsored by Episona. Visit www.episona.com and enter the code birth10 to save 10% off your purchase of an Episona Test. by Gayest Show On Birth
53 min listen
Episode 5: Golden Eggs: Kate and Karyne went to Karyne’s monitoring appointment and found out that her follicles are growing and everything is going according to plan. They also picked up their sperm (the baker!) and transported it in a giant cooler. No Jurassic Park canister, but they do have a ton of leftover dry ice. by Gayest Show On Birth
40 min listen
Episode 16: Clothes (Don’t) Make the Man: Kate is still feeling that this whole baby thing is a little surreal, so to make it feel more real, she went on a Target app shopping spree. Did $100 worth of baby clothes do the trick? This episode is sponsored by Episona. Visit www.episona.com and enter the code birth10 to save 10% off your purchase of an Episona Test. by Gayest Show On Birth
42 min listen
Episode 9: Gender (Reveal) Studies: This week, Kate and Karyne hold a gender studies course with each other, diving deep into the psychology of gender reveal parties and Kate’s dashed dreams of having a gender neutral child. Oh, and their dog Henry makes an (uninvited) guest appearance. This episode is sponsored by Episona. Visit www.episona.com and enter the code birth10 to save 10% off your purchase of an Episona Test. by Gayest Show On Birth
42 min listen
Episode 11: The One-Week Wait: Kate’s transfer went perfectly, according to the nurse, embryologist, and physician, and Kate and Karyne are now a week away from finding the results. That is, of course, if they don’t break down and take the pee on a stick test on Christmas. This episode is sponsored by Episona. Visit www.episona.com and enter the code birth10 to save 10% off your purchase of an Episona Test. by Gayest Show On Birth
46 min listen
Episode 6: Doing the Math: This week Kate and Karyne decided that the needles at the fertility clinic weren’t enough, so they made acupuncture appointments. They also celebrated Karyne’s grand finale by doing her egg retrieval! But the real exciting news? Someone actually entered Karyne’s contest. Swag is on the way! by Gayest Show On Birth
49 min listen
Episode 22: Mr. Mom: Kate and Karyne share the things they’re most excited for and scared about when it comes to having a kid. Karyne signed up to get a free baby box for the baby to sleep in and is looking for some parenting books to start reading. In the meantime, Kate challenged her to find a kid and change a diaper or two. by Gayest Show On Birth
42 min listen
Episode 4: Shots, Shots, Shots: Kate and Karyne had their baseline appointment, where they learned that one of Karyne's ovaries looks great ... and the other one is just there. But that's not a bad thing. This week they also answer a question they've gotten several times before, and discuss the many virtues of Spencer Pratt. by Gayest Show On Birth
44 min listen
Episode 21: Get the Gear!: Kate and Karyne are finally in the second trimester! That means, more energy and the baby is the size of a peach. Or something. Also this week: Kate made the 20-week anatomy scan appointment, but not without some shenanigans, and there’s really nothing better than buying gear. A lot of gear. by Gayest Show On Birth
44 min listen
Episode 14: In a Family Way: Kate and Karyne welcome their good friends Cristal and Shimina on the show this week to discuss building a community, different family units, and contacting the sperm donor when the child turns 18. Oh and they did all this while drinking, because they’re on vacation in Hawaii to celebrate Karyne and Cristal’s 40th birthday! Aloha! (We will be taking a break next week and will be back on January 23.) This episode is sponsored by Episona. Visit www.episona.com and enter the code birth10 to save 10% off your purchase of an Episona Test. by Gayest Show On Birth
50 min listen
Episode 18: C- Parenting: This week Kate and Karyne bought a heartbeat monitor to alleviate some stress, which will make the 20th episode nap party that much better. Kate explains to Karyne the many ways in which a doula can help. And Karyne learned the hard way that not all are welcome at exclusive country clubs. by Gayest Show On Birth
40 min listen
Episode 13: Stop, Beta Time!: Kate and Karyne ring in the new year with some beta test results, after having peed on so many sticks. But the worst part about the beta test, is that it’s the first of many milestones on the long road to getting pregnant. There’s so much more waiting to be done! This episode is sponsored by Episona. Visit www.episona.com and enter the code birth10 to save 10% off your purchase of an Episona Test. by Gayest Show On Birth
43 min listen
Episode 17: Harvard Here We Come: This week Kate and Karyne take a deep dive into all the Bay Area treats they love, and Kate’s grandma offers a great suggestion for how to spice up those hospital ice chips. The IVF clinic has delivered the news they’ve been waiting for. So Karyne will celebrate by taking a nap. But the best news of all? Karyne finally gets to share her love of her favorite budgeting app with you all. You're welcome. This episode is sponsored by Episona. Visit www.episona.com and enter the code birth10 to save 10% off your purchase of an Episona Test. by Gayest Show On Birth
41 min listen
Episode 20: Nap Party Time: We made it to episode 20! Nobody showed up for the nap party, but that’s fine. This week Karyne and Kate talk about their budget (again), maternity jeans, and the many bodily functions that occur when you’re pregnant. by Gayest Show On Birth
41 min listen
Episode 27: The Fourth Dimension: Kate and Karyne didn’t clean the garage this week, but they did decide to drop some money on some inconsequential — yet very cool — nonsense: a 4D ultrasound of the baby. Next time they’ll bring 20 family members and friends. by Gayest Show On Birth
47 min listen
Episode 15: We Got the Beat: Kate and Karyne are back from their Hawaiian vacation and they’re feeling refreshed and a little punchy. This week they had a pretty major appointment with their RE; Kaiser made a pretty major flub on the phone; and Kate and Karyne dissect the many wonders of being an auntie. This episode is sponsored by Episona. Visit www.episona.com and enter the code birth10 to save 10% off your purchase of an Episona Test. by Gayest Show On Birth
46 min listen
Episode 25: You’re Getting Sleepy: This week, the baby is the size of a Nintendo controller, which is the best of all the weeks. Kate and Karyne got a surprise bill from the IVF clinic that turned out to be less money than they thought, but still. And Karyne’s mom tried to hypnotize her into saying the baby’s name. It didn’t work. Or did it? by Gayest Show On Birth
46 min listen
Episode 23: Baby Bingo: Last week, Kate challenged Karyne to help take care of the 8-month-old who was going to be at the a cappella group retreat. Karyne passed with flying colors and no babies were harmed during the challenge. Also, they got Beyonce tickets. by Gayest Show On Birth
48 min listen
Episode 26: What's Up With Baby?: Whether the baby is shaped like a mango a Nintendo Game Boy, or an heirloom tomato (??), Kate is feeling him move a little, which reminded Karyne of the time she was assaulted by a massage chair. They cleaned the baby’s room and the garage more, per usual. And Karyne messaged with her favorite Instagram influencer, Aydian Dowling. by Gayest Show On Birth
47 min listen
Episode 28: A Very Special Gayest Show on Birth: Kate and Karyne got some interesting news from the genetics counselor. The good news is that Karyne got to graduate from Google University School of Medicine. by Gayest Show On Birth
51 min listen
Episode 24: Fill In the Blank: Kate got a new pregnancy pillow and the only ones who love it more than she does are the dogs. Kate and Karyne’s friend sent them some hemorrhoid pads and other must-have post-pregnancy items, and they now have a place to put everything because they organized the garage! But the most important news of all is that the baby’s due date is on Beyonce’s birthday. You’re welcome, little Levy. by Gayest Show On Birth
43 min listen
Episode 29: Baby’s First Instagram: You know what’s really hard? Nailing down an Instagram, email, and Twitter account for a baby who hasn’t been born yet. So to make themselves feel better, Kate and Karyne did some adulting while doing retail therapy. by Gayest Show On Birth
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Episode 52: Microdosing

Episode 52: Microdosing

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