Mini IVF vs Traditional IVF: A Personalized Fertility Approach with Dr. Lyndon Chang | #174

If you've been told IVF is your only option, or you've already gone through failed IVF cycles, this episode may completely change the way you think about fertility treatment.

Dr. Leah sits down with her personal reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Lyndon Chang, founder of Hanabusa IVF and a pioneer in minimal stimulation IVF, to discuss why fertility treatment shouldn't be one-size-fits-all. Together, they break down the differences between traditional IVF and Mini IVF, why more medications don't always mean better outcomes, how individualized protocols can improve care, and why understanding the root cause of infertility matters just as much as creating embryos.

Whether you're just beginning your fertility journey or searching for answers after unsuccessful IVF cycles, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on personalized fertility care.

00:00 Trailer & Introduction

00:53 How Dr. Chang Became an IVF Specialist

04:52 Mini IVF vs. Traditional IVF

08:52 Understanding Your IVF Options

13:27 Why Personalized IVF Matters

18:20 Why IVF Can Fail: Looking Beyond the Embryo

23:20 Natural vs. Medicated Embryo Transfers

27:42 When It's Time to Change IVF Clinics

29:20 Who Can Benefit Most from Mini IVF

30:52 Final Thoughts & Fertility Advice

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Chang's Clinic: https://www.hanabusaivf.com/
• Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership: www.womanhoodwellness.com