Colorado Springs Fertility Conference

Dessira Schroeder talks about doula's supporting women through infertility on the Colorado Fertility Conference Podcast with September Burton. Listen to the full episode here https://coloradofertilityconference.com/can-a-doula-help-with-infertility --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Dr. Michael Baker from Denver Fertility Albrecht Women's Care talks with September Burton from the Colorado Fertility Conference about the work and life of an embryologist. Click to listen to the full interview https://coloradofertilityconference.com/what-does-an-embryologist-do --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Dr. TiffanyNoelle Brown shares her story of adopting her daughter through the foster system. Interviewed by September Burton from the Colorado Fertility Conference. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Chris Eddy from CJ Chiropractic in Colorado Springs, CO discusses how chiropractic care can help you get pregnant. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

What is like to be an intended parent hiring a surrogate? Listen to this interview with Andrea McAfee from Hawaii Surrogacy to learn. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Denise Steele from SeedTrust Escrow talks with September Burton from the Colorado Fertility Conference about finances for fertility. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Licensed therapist Ashley Baldwin talks about how to handle people's questions about your family building, how to find a good therapist, and how a therapist can help you and your partner process your emotions while trying to get pregnant. Ashley believes in a relaxing therapeutic environment that allows for a sense of humor while also instilling hope, promoting her clients to work towards their treatment goals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Erin McCollough from CNY Fertility and creator of Fertile Hope Yoga talks with September Burton from the Colorado Fertility Conference about how yoga changes your physiology to help you get pregnant. She reminds us of the importance of leaving space for miracles on your journey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Jessi Shuraleff shares her journey of failed IUI's, cancelled cycles, frozen embryo transfer, a positive pregnancy test, and now being a mother of two. She talks about the community and support available to those who are still on their fertility journey and about how her fertility journey made her a more empathetic woman and mother. Listen to this episode of the Colorado Fertility Conference Podcast, hosted by September Burton. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Kristen Darcy offers coaching services to individuals challenged with infertility. Reach out to Kristen for support through your journey to fertility. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Kate Leblanc from Resolve New England and September Burton from the Colorado Fertility Conference talk about the latest legislation in getting fertility covered by insurance. They also discuss how you can get involved and become an advocate in your state. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Trained Chef and Nutritional Therapist Caitlin Townsend teaches us about eating healthy and deliciously for fertility. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Brett Russo, author of The Underwear in My Shoe talks about her book and her personal journey through infertility and IVF. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Natascha Hebell shares her story of infertility and childlessness, not by choice. Listen to feel inspired and uplifted. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

This interview with Amy Beckley from Proov Fertility teaches why progesterone is so important for your fertility, how to test your progesterone levels at home, and what progesterone does for you as a woman. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Susan Jacobsen has turned her loss and heartache into a life of helping others heal their pain and trauma through creating art. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Coach Kela Smith --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Today's episode of the Colorado Fertility Conference Podcast is Elisabeth Manning from Conscious Conceptions. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

In this episode we welcome the wisdom of Amy Klein, author of The Trying Game: Getting Through Fertility Treatment and Getting Pregnant Without Losing Your Mind. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

About Kate Potvin Kate Potvin is a certified health coach that combines her training in health coaching, positive psychology, and yoga to offer holistic fertility coaching sessions, group workshops, and online programs. Her focus is on the mind-body connection and using that connection to create healthy body. As her site emphasizes, fertility is about more than just getting pregnant. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Listen in as Emily Thompson and I chat about Organic Homebirth and The Peak Midwife Collective. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

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Listen in as we talk with Lauren Hanna from Sacred Fertility Yoga. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cofertilityconference/support

Treating Infertility with a Combination of Physical Therapy and AcupunctureIn this episode of Colorado Fertility Conference, September talks with Jan Mead, a physical therapist, an acupuncturist, and the owner of Sacred Pathways Integrated Health. Jan shares how her journey with secondary infertility and finding a cure for it became a passion for helping other people. She also shares how she combines her physical therapy background and acupuncture in treating fertility issues. Topics Covered:Ø The three major levels of evaluation when treating infertility with acupuncture and physical therapy for success.Ø Jan explains how the problems with her pelvic floor was a contributing factor in her secondary infertility.Ø The importance of physical therapy as a part of the postpartum program to repair the pelvis.Ø A story of how emotional stress and fear caused secondary infertility and how Jan worked with the patient.Key Questions Discussed in the Episode:· [1:02] How does Jan integrate physical therapy and acupuncturist treatments while working with both men and women?· [6:27] How to explain unexplained infertility?· [8:34] Does the pelvic realignment have an effect before and after birth?· [13:30] Is secondary infertility caused by pelvis problems that arise during previous births?· [15:39] What are other issues that cause infertility other than pelvic problems?· [20:22] What are the emotional issues that may cause infertility?· [25:22] Would Jan recommend for couples to write down their negative emotions that might be hindering them from having a child?· [26:49] What type of couples is Jan looking to work with?· [31:58] Does she offer less-intensive workshops? · [33:41] Are there any exercises that she would recommend to women to realign their pelvis at home?About the Guest:Jan Mead is a physical therapist and an acupuncturist who owns the Sacred Pathways Integrated Health Center. She struggled with secondary infertility after having her first child and only got pregnant again at 42 years. This only after attending a retreat that used the combination of acupuncture and physical therapy. She fell in love with the process after that and decided to help other people reach their dreams of having children. Jan also teaches people the elements of Chinese Medicine System in her yoga program.Relevant Links:Ø Sacred Pathways Integrated Health Website: https://sacredpathwaysintegratedhealth.com/Ø Sacred Pathways Yoga System: http://www.sacredpathwaysyoga.com/Support the show (http://www.ColoradoSpringsFertilityConference.com)

Listen as Dr. Chris Eddy from CJ Chiropractic talks fertility, nutrition, and hormone balance in the world of chiropractic. Even if you've been to a chiropractor you're sure to learn something new in this episode!Support the show (http://www.ColoradoSpringsFertilityConference.com)

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Listen in as I interview Jenna Bridgewater from CJ Chiropractic, LLC. Learn how chiropractic care can help your body prepare for conception. She also talks about some common questions and concerns couples have when seeking chiropractic care for fertility. Support the show (http://www.ColoradoSpringsFertilityConference.com)

Listen in as Maria Feekes and September Burton talk about surrogacy options and the $20,000 surrogacy grant that Adonis Fertility International is offering at the Colorado Fertility Conference.Support the show (http://www.ColoradoSpringsFertilityConference.com)

In this episode, September hosts Aimee Raupp, wellness expert, author and fertility acupuncturist. She's had an interesting journey, from medical student/research scientist to graduate-level work in biosciences and neuroscience to a Masters in Traditional Chinese medicine. She's passionate about empowering us all to take back control over our health and livelihood. And in this episode, she talks about her journey; she explains the Meridians/Jing and how acupuncture can improve fertility and blood quality; describes what we can expect in an acupuncture session; and she sheds light on the beautiful baby points. She talks about castor oil packs and herbs, telling us how she uses them in her acupuncture practice and their benefits. While she resides in Connecticut, she can work with clients in Colorado on their diet and lifestyle via her online coaching practice. Time Codes[00:18] Who is Aimee Raupp? [02:49] About Acupuncture - the Meridians, how acupuncture prevents or heals disease [05:20] The Typical Acupuncture Procedure; What to expect if you give acupuncture a try - is it painful?[10:20] Are there specific points in the body that improve fertility? [13:16] About specific treatment protocols? “I never compartmentalize. I differentiate when working with my clients” [14:14] Can acupuncture improve fertility (i.e. egg and sperm quality/health)? [15:14] Castor oil packs - How I use them in my acupuncture practice; Benefits; Misconceptions [19:05] How I use herbs in my acupuncture practice [21:35] How the spleen affects blood quality and how acupuncture can improve that [23:56] Aimee's online coaching practice – diet and lifestyle; Aimee can also work with your acupuncturist. [26:32] About the beautiful baby point Linkswww.aimeeraupp.comInstagram – Aimee RauppFacebook - Aimee RauppLearn about the Colorado Fertility ConferenceImprove your fertility naturally using castor oil packs – Aimee Raupp - YouTubeBooksYes, You Can Get Pregnant: Natural Ways to Improve Your Fertility Now and into Your 40s by Aimee Raupp Quotes"Nurturers need to be nurtured" "We are not nurturing ourselves enough #WomenNurturingOtherWomen" "There is no such thing as fertility acupuncture." "As we improve and resolve stagnation, we get healthier blood to the tissues." "You really want good quality blood because that's what's bathing the tissues and organs so they can do their jobs efficiently. "I love herbs. It's another form of "food as medicine". "I can give you herbs and do acupuncture on you, but if you're not going to follow the diet and lifestyle recommendations I make, it is going to be harder (A) for you to absorb the treatment and (B) for me to make the difference I want to make." "The spleen makes the blood; the liver stores the blood." "The spleen and the stomach are the main digestive organs in Chinese medicine." "Food is primary way to tonify and nourish spleen energy." "What makes us fertility acupuncturists is we understand hormones and physiology and how it works from a western and an eastern perspective."

EMBRYO ADOPTION In this episode September hosts Kimberly Tyson from Nightlight Embryo Adoption. She is the director of an embryo adoption program called Snowflakes embryo adoption program.Kimberly talks about embryo adoption, what it is and how it is done. She talks about how through the Snowflakes Embryo Adoption program she is able to get embryos from couples who have extra embryos and place them with families who would like embryo adoption.She talks of the advantages of embryo adoption over the traditional adoption. She also narrates success stories of children born that have been made possible through her program.Kimberly breaks down the costs of adopting embryos and talks about the benefits of using her program for both the donor and the parties adopting.Lastly she lists her contacts and she is going to be attending the Colorado Springs Fertility Conference. 00:49 – Kimberly jokes that she thinks someone didn’t want her and September to talk that morning because they had problems with communications in the morning.1:04 – Kimberly is the director of the Snowflakes embryo adoption program.1:13 – Embryo adoption is when couples who have gone through in vitro fertilization to have a baby and they have had as many babies as they would like to but they still have embryos remaining in frozen storage donate them to another family for reproduction2:18 - Snowflakes embryo adoption program helps that family with remaining embryos to select a family to gift those embryos to.2:42 – Kimberly says that frozen embryo transfer cycle is not the same thing as an IVF cycle.4:22 – Kimberly says that many of the families that are inquiring about the snowflakes embryo adoption program are actually families who have gone through in vitro fertilization themselves already but without success.5:42 – The program is successful since they just celebrated the birth of the 640th baby through the program.5:46 – Other families that go to Kimberly’s program are those that have their own biological problem but have had secondary infertility or those who have always wanted to adopt. 7:23 - The adopting families in the Snowflakes program need to complete an adoption home study, they build a family profile that the placing family is going to review. 9:08 – After the families match, they enter the contracts phase. The placing family is relinquishing all of their parental rights and responsibilities to the adopting family.9:33 - The great thing about embryo adoption over a domestic adoption model is that you get to carry your baby, you experience pregnancy and childbirth. In every state in the United States, the woman who gives birth to the baby is the legal Mother of that baby, and her name will go on the birth certificate of the baby as well as the name of the man she is married to.10:19 – Another fascinating thing about this kind of adoption is that since the adopting mother experiences pregnancy, her hormones naturally make breast milk and she is able to breastfeed her child. 11:52 – Kimberly says that at Snowflakes they get the embryos for adoption by attracting families who have remaining embryos to their program often through their fertility clinic. Perhaps their fertility clinic doesn't have an internal embryo donation program or if it does the family doesn’t like the anonymity of that program.17:19 – Kimberly tells a story about a couple who had 3 biological children but chose to have their fourth child through Snowflakes embryo adoption program. The girl (embryo) of the couple had been frozen for ten years and unlike what people believe the babies suffer no defects from being frozen.17:57 – It costs Snowflakes $2000 toSupport the show (http://www.ColoradoSpringsFertilityConference.com)

ELLEN TRACHMANOn this episode, September hosts Ellen Trachman and Jen White who co-own Colorado Surrogacy, Surrogacy agency in Colorado.The two women narrate how their agency started and how it works. They explain the process of getting a surrogate, gestational carrier, for a couple and what they consider when chosing a potential gestational carrier.Ellen explains why you should choose an attorney that has niched down or specializes in is Assisted Reproductive Technology Law to make your contract over a family practitioner.Ellen will be speaking at the Colorado Springs Fertility Conference but for those who cannot make it she gives free consultations. 1:30 – Jen says that their agency finds people who are willing to be gestational carriers and they do as much of the screening as they can before they (gestational carriers) are ever presented to be matched with somebody who needs a gestational carrier.1:45 - They do things like collect all of their medical records of the gestational carriers to see whether she is a good candidate to be a surrogate. They also do full background checks on the gestational carrier and any adult over the age of 18 living in her home. 2:23 - They do all of these things beforehand, before anybody is ever presented or allowed to be through the surrogacy program, so as help mitigate some of the things that could go wrong. 2:47 – Ellen states that the base compensation for surrogates is $40,000 but she finds that really the reason why people do it is because they consider this as one of the greatest gifts or one of the greatest things they can do for others.4:01 – Jen says that every time they ask all gestational carriers what was the best part of the journey, they all say the best moment is when they see the family hold their baby for the first time. 4:48 – September asks the 2 ladies how they started their surrogacy agency.5:01 – Ellen says that she got interested in this legal area while she had a law firm that focused on assisted reproductive technology law. Her clients told her how much frustration they went through before getting a surrogate and when they did she was too far away in another state or in another country. She saw this as an opportunity to connect her clients who wanted to do this locally with women who were available locally.7:29 – Jen says that their main goal is to connect women locally and they do tend to have about 70% of their matches completely local to each other. 9:50 – Denver and Colorado were voted the healthiest states so it is likely that a surrogate is healthy if she comes from these states.10:16 – Jen says that when a couple comes to them in need of a surrogate, they have a long conversation with the couple about what it is they are looking for. Because they want to make sure they match the with a very personalized experience, they match them with a gestational carrier who they match on beliefs and personalities. 13:38 – Ellen Says that they charge only after both parties have met and have decided to go through with the program.15:31 – For someone considering to be a surrogate, there are a lot of requirements that need to be met. 1. They must be between the ages of 20 – 402. Must have a healthy BMI of between 19 and 303. Have a child of their own that they have given birth to and are raising4. No complications during previous pregnancies and birth5. Not be on any kind of government aid18:06 – Ellen has focused her legal practice on this niSupport the show (http://www.ColoradoSpringsFertilityConference.com)

In this episode, September talks with Pradeepa Narayanaswamy, a fertility coach who turned her 12 years of infertility into a powerful mission to help others struggling with infertility. Pradeepa shares how she pushed through the breaking point of her infertility journey and the wisdom that she gained along the way. Topics Covered Ø Her 12-year struggle through infertility (and her perspective on it now)Ø The “uncomfortable” feelings that can occur during fertility, like jealousy and shameØ Viewing infertility from a couple’s perspectiveØ Strategies and tips for maintaining your relationships during infertilityKey Questions Discussed in the Episode:[0:31] What was Pradeepa’s journey through infertility like?[7:26] What coaching services does Pradeepa offer?[11:00] How can people talk about jealousy and shame while struggling through infertility?[18:00] What is Pradeepa’s coaching background?[19:47] What are some strategies that individuals and couples can use while struggling through infertility?About Our GuestPradeepa Narayanaswamy experienced 12 years of infertility including 3 miscarriages and 8 back-to-back failed IVF treatments without explanation. This mentally and physically demanding journey brought Pradeepa’s relationships at risk, until she made the decision to let go. She and her husband adopted a child and Pradeepa trained to be a coach with a mission of making infertility less painful.Links of InterestPradeepa Fertility Coach websiteNot Your Typical Fertility Support Group (Facebook group) Don’t forget to check us out at the Colorado Springs Fertility Conference website for event tickets, additional resources, and inspiration!Support the show (http://www.ColoradoSpringsFertilityConference.com)

In this episode, September talks with Dr. Paul C. Magarelli, a reproductive endocrinologist who had an unusual start in the fertility field. September and Dr. Magarelli talk about his organization, his unique philosophy, and approach to treating infertility. Topics Covered Ø Why only 1% of patients who need care actually get it Ø How education decreases costs and increases quality in fertility careØ What led to Dr. Magarelli’s decision to use frozen vs live embryos in his treatmentØ The reasoning behind Dr. Magarelli’s goal to help couples get “One Healthy Baby”Key Questions Discussed in the Episode:[0:40] How did Dr. Magarelli get into reproductive endocrinology?[5:31] Why is Dr. Magarelli able to charge lower rates than the average for fertility treatments?[9:35] Besides cost, what is another reason that many interested fertility patients don’t get the care they want?[14:20} What about the side effects of the medicine women take while undergoing IVF?[17:05} Why do you focus so much on education?[21:26] What led to your decision to use frozen embryos for IVF?[25:40] Why do you advise patients to deeply consider whether they should have twins?About Our GuestStarting off in marine biology, Dr. Magarelli began his career with a dream of working with Jacque Cousteau. He was privileged to work for his son but realized that he wanted a career that would make a bigger impact than watching shrimp mate. He is a reproductive endocrinologist and the medical director of both High Quality Affordable Fertility campuses (Colorado Springs and Denver) and the co-creator of the CMAP Acupuncture protocol, which combines acupuncture with medical fertility treatments.Links of InterestHigh Quality Affordable Fertility Center US Military Family Fertility Services Don’t forget to check us out at the Colorado Springs Fertility Conference website for event tickets, additional resources, and inspiration!Support the show (http://www.ColoradoSpringsFertilityConference.com)

In this episode, September talks with Lauren Hanna, 25-year experienced yoga instructor and creator of Sacred Fertility Yoga. Lauren shares why and how she developed the comprehensive yoga program and how yoga can be very beneficial to every aspect of fertility.Topics Covered Ø Looking at fertility from a bigger perspective than tests, hormones, etc.Ø Why yoga is a comprehensive program and not just a series of posesØ Learning to deal with loss and grief in a healthy and respectful wayØ The importance of being proactively patient while waiting for your baby to comeKey Questions Discussed in the Episode:[0:25] What is Sacred Fertility Yoga?[1:30] What led you to get involved with fertility and yoga?[4:07] What inspired you to share what you learned with others?[7:02} How can someone get in contact with you?[8:00] What training and education was used to create Sacred Fertility Yoga[9:00} Your website mentions “The Seven Steps to Sacred Fertility”. Can you detail a little more about that program?[15:13] Do you have any tips for women who are dealing with miscarriages or failed cycles?[21:31] What are some good yoga poses for women trying to get pregnant?About Our GuestLauren Hanna is a 25-year experienced yoga teacher who is the founder of Sonic Yoga and creator of Sacred Fertility Yoga, a program she developed from her knowledge of fertility and yoga. After trying herself to get pregnant, she came back to her yoga practice and became a mother of a beautiful baby girl at 46.Links of InterestSacred Fertility YogaSonic Yoga StudioRadiant Fertility Circle Facebook Group Don’t forget to check us out at the Colorado Springs Fertility Conference website for event tickets, additional resources, and inspiration!Support the show (http://www.ColoradoSpringsFertilityConference.com)

Kate Potvin: Fertility Coach & Yoga Teacher on the Power of Gratitude, Eating Fat, and Yoga in FertilityIn this episode, Kate Potvin shares what a fertility coach does and how they can help. Kate also share her journey to becoming a fertility coach and shares simple tips that women can take today to support their overall health. She also takes some time to debunk some nutrition myths and stress the importance of learning from your body. Questions Answered in this Episode[00:23] What is a fertility coach?[1:37] What does a fertility coach do?[2:16] How does a fertility coach help with the mental aspects of infertility?[4:14] What kind of training does Kate have?[5:17] Why did Kate chose to become a fertility coach?[6:32] Is there a connection between positive psychology and fertility?[9:23] What’s a good yoga pose for fertility?[10:20] What’s the MOST IMPORTANT thing women can do to support their fertility?[13:50] What are some basic nutrition tips for women to improve their fertility? [15:30] Is eating fat “bad”?[17:40] Are any fats bad?[19:00] Can fat affect your baby’s brain health? About Our GuestKate Potvin is a fertility coach and yoga teacher who believes in taking a mind-body approach to healing. She empowers women to take charge of their own fertility journey on her website katepotvin.com and on instagram @flourishfertility. Learn her 10 Secrets for Happier Hormones at katepotvin.com/happyhormones Links to Check OutKate Potvin’s WebsitePower of NowAgainst the Wall Pose Kate Potvin’s Yoga sequences on Yoga Studio AppSupport the show (http://www.ColoradoSpringsFertilityConference.com)

Getting to the Fertile Point: Acupuncture & Fertility with Dr. DianeIn this episode, former radiographic technician turned acupuncturist and Chinese herbologist, shares with September how Eastern and Western medicine can work together to support fertility. Her work with acupuncture includes medical research, board membership in Acupuncture Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM), and a chapter in a medical book.Question/Topics Answered in this Episode[00:38] September’s first experience with acupuncture[1:00] Why did Dr. Diane make the switch from Western medicine to acupuncture?[6:05] How does acupuncture actually help fertility?[7:13] Does acupuncture improve uterine health?[8:09] How doe the seasons affect fertility?[9:03] What are the 3 key organs of fertility in Chinese medicine? [12:04] What is causing the decline of fertility in men?[10:20] What’s the MOST IMPORTANT thing women can do to support their fertility?[13:50] What are some basic nutrition tips for women to improve their fertility? [15:20] How does stress affect fertility?[16:12] What are adaptogenic herbs?What are some acupuncture/TCM treatments for PCOS [20:15] and endometriosis [23:17], uterine fibroids [24:50]?[27:37] Can you provide some nutritional guidance on what we should eat?About Your GuestDr. Diane is a Chinese herbologist, medical researcher, acupuncturist, and triathlon participant who studied TCM after a disease forced her to look outside Western medicine to look for answers. She has training as a radiology technician, a Master’s degree in Oriental Medicine, certified Acupuncturist, and a board member of the Acupuncture Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine.Links to Check Out East Winds AcupunctureZinc Sparks Control Reproduction: Thomas V. O'Halloran, PhD at TEDxNorthwesternUAcupuncture Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine Be sure to check out our site at https://coloradospringsfertilityconference.com/ for more details and information! Support the show (http://www.ColoradoSpringsFertilityConference.com)