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In this episode, Nedra Tawwab lays the groundwork for implementing and integrating boundaries for yourself and your community.  K + L get to the root of self-abandoning habits – often programmed into us in childhood through normalized parental behaviors – which can be detrimental to our ability to listen to our internal knowing. Plus, Nedra advises on how to self-advocate for what feels safe and right for you and dives into the ways we communicate with each other from face to face, to social media, to behind each other's backs.  We also talk about: Setting boundaries and dealing with reactions Non-verbal boundaries and checking in with yourself Being vocal about your preferences  Things that aren't helpful to hear  Expressing emotions  Social media boundaries and public perceptions  Gossip and how to redirect your energy  Selfcare and how Nedra takes care of herself Find more to love at http://almost30.com/ (almost30.com)! Resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nedratawwab/?hl=es (@nedratawwab) Read: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Nedra-Glover-Tawwab/dp/0593192095 (Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself) Sponsors: SafeSleeve | Use code “ALMOST30” for 10% off at https://www.safesleevecases.com/ (safesleevecases.com) BLUblox | Use code “ALMOST30” for 15% off at https://www.blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a (blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a) PBLC| Receive $10 in free stock in one of the 9 popular stocks listed here: BYND, DIS, PTON, TSLA, SHOP, ZM, AAPL, AMZN, SPY ETF: http://pblc.co/almost30 (pblc.co/almost30) Imperfect Foods | 20% off plus free shipping at https://www.imperfectfoods.com/ (imperfectfoods.com) with code “ALMOST30” Away | Start your risk-free, 100-day trial and shop the entire Away lineup of travel essentials, including their best-selling suitcases, athttp://www.awaytravel.com/almost30 ( awaytravel.com/almost30) Almost 30 is edited by http://crate.media (Crate Media) Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting https://almost30.com/disclaimer (https://almost30.com/disclaimer)

K + L dive into all of your burning questions!!  Topics of the day include takeaways from the last year, therapy transformations, the non-negotiable tools keeping us sane right now, and approaching decisions from an authentic place of flow and ease (our lifelong mission) instead of fear.  We also talk about: Lessons from 2020  Choosing the right therapist Non-negotiable self-care rituals  Learning how to live in ease  Human Design  Trusting your intuition  Find more to love at http://almost30.com/ (almost30.com)! Sponsors: Monday.com | Sign up for a free two-week trial at https://monday.com/ (monday.com) BLUblox | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at https://www.blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a (blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a) Vitruvi | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off products on http://www.vitruvi.com (vitruvi.com) and http://www.vitruvi.ca (vitruvi.ca)  BetterHelp | Visit http://betterhelp.com/almost30 (betterhelp.com/almost30) for 15% off your first month. As a BetterHelp affiliate, we may receive compensation from BetterHelp if you purchase products or services through the links provided. This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Almost 30 is edited by http://crate.media (Crate Media) Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting https://almost30.com/disclaimer (https://almost30.com/disclaimer)

Dr. Deb Matthew joins us today as we're digging into how to address missed healing opportunities for male factor infertility. Most of the time it's women that find me – either by listening to my Get Pregnant Naturally podcast (we recently celebrated over 400,000 downloads), my blog, YouTube channel, or social media. As you know our proven Fab Fertile Method includes your partner so you can improve your chances of pregnancy success. We’ve reviewed countless tests for men and there are ALWAYS areas to improve even if the semen analysis is fine or especially when it is not. But it may be confusing to know where to start. As you know we are all about action – but it has to be the right type of action that fast tracks getting pregnant naturally – otherwise it just wastes time and money. Excited to welcome Dr. Deb Matthew MD, The Happy Hormones Doctor, is a best-selling author, international speaker, educator, wife, and mom of four boys. In this episode you'll learn: 1) How does cortisol impact sperm counts. 2) Thyroid health and the connection to sperm quality. 3) What causes low testosterone and how can we improve it 4) The link between cholesterol and sperm health. Why addressing gut infection and optimizing the microbiome matter for male fertility 5) Causes of erectile dysfunction and low libido A Busy Woman's Guide to Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance www.isityourhormones.com ----------------- I’m excited to invite you to a special masterclass - where you’ll learn How To Improve Your Chances Of Pregnancy Success If You Have Low AMH/High FSH.   This LIVE masterclass is on Tuesday, June 15TH at 9 pm EST.  Register your spot here.   Here’s what you’ll learn: What you need to know about low AMH/high FSH so that you can get pregnant naturally. How to know which diet will improve low AMH/high FSH so that can stop wasting time and prepare your body for pregnancy success. Why balancing this "often overlooked" hormone is essential to optimize low AMH/high FSH (why many times you'll be told everything is "normal") and healing opportunities are missed. Space is very limited for this LIVE interactive masterclass.  Get your questions answered by our team of Fertility Experts.  Register your spot here. ----------------- TIMESTAMPS: 07:13- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND DR. DEB MATTHEW’S BIO 07:55- DR. DEB MATTHEW’S PERSONAL STORY AND BACKGROUND 11:40- WHAT IS CAUSING LOW SPERM COUNTS? “Our environment conspires to create ill health” EMF’s and the health issues with radiation Chemicals in the environment and how this affects us Other hormone disruptors 15:30- DIGGING IN DEEPER TO EMF’S & WHAT WE CAN DO 16:30- CORTISOL LEVELS & HOW IT AFFECTS SPERM  Symptoms and signs that stress is affecting you 19:15- INSULIN AND HOW IT AFFECTS SPERM 20:40- FUNCTIONAL LEVELS OF INSULIN 21:30- HOW THYROID HEALTH AFFECTS SPERM Low libido as an effect of poor thyroid health Symptoms to be aware of “Thyroid is very important for fertility.” 23:10- ISSUES OF LOOKING AT TSH AND NOT LOOKING AT THE FULL PANEL “There are all these things that are fixable that we should be looking for.” 25:18- TESTOSTERONE: WHAT’S NORMAL? WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? “You don’t want to be ‘normal, you want to be optimal.” 28:50- STEPS YOU CAN TAKE FOR LOW TESTOSTERONE  Nutrition and exercise recommendations Cholesterol’s role in our bodies (not what you may think!) 31:10- TRIGLYCERIDES AND CHOLESTEROL  34:19- BODY FAT, POOR SLEEP, AND TESTOSTERONE What body fat cells do in our body 35:53- FEMALE SYMPTOMS THAT THEY HAVE EXCESS ESTROGEN 36:42- GUTT INFECTIONS AND SPERM HEALTH 38:50- HOW DO WE GET RID OF H.PYLORI? 39:39- NUTRIENT DEFICIENCY AND SPERM HEALTH Most common nutrient deficiencies she sees Functional level recommendations 42:35- LEVELS OF ZINC AND COPPER  “It’s good to know the levels” 43:45- WHAT CAUSES ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION AND LOW LIBIDO? Younger men are now struggling with this- why? Breaking the stigma and the importance of addressing it What is a ‘normal age’ to deal with this? 47:29- DIET AND LIFESTYLE CHANGES The importance of fats and oils in your diet Antioxidants, foods to avoid & reducing stress The importance of practicing gratitude and how it can impact your health “You cannot feel worried and grateful at the same time.” Things you can do to avoid chemicals 51:54- RED LIGHT THERAPY AND TESTOSTERONE 52:37- DR. DEB MATTHEW’S RECOMMENDATIONS 53:10- DR. DEB MATTHEW’S FREE CHAPTER IN HER BOOK 53:50- DR. DEB MATTHEW’S FINAL THOUGHTS “We want to get to the root of the problem instead of just medicating.” “Living well is the best medicine.” ---- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   Related Episodes: Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Improve Low Sperm Count, Motility and DNA Fragmentation - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-improve-low-sperm-count-motility-and-dna-fragmentation/   Three Reasons Why Your IVF May Have Failed - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/3-reasons-why-your-ivf-might-have-failed/

Dr. Shanna Swan joins us today as we’re digging into why male and female fertility is declining and what you can do to improve your egg/sperm health. At Fab Fertile HQ we talk about the importance of eliminating exposure to environmental toxins. This is crucial for both male and female fertility. A 2017 study from an environmental and reproductive epidemiologist, Dr. Shanna Swan has found: Sperm counts have declined by more than 50% over the last 40 years. Current projections point to sperm counts reaching zero by 2045. Fertility rates are dropping by 1% each year. Miscarriage rates are increasing by 1% each year. Testosterone rates are decreasing by 1% each year. We’ve been using each other and our unborn children as guinea pigs for endocrine-disrupting chemicals and this experiment is taking a toll on our reproductive health and the future of the human race. This is a call to action and an urgent wake-up call. Learn how to protect yourself and avoid chemical exposure so that you can get pregnant naturally. I’m excited to welcome Dr. Shanna Swan. She is an award-winning scientist based at Mt. Sinai and one of the world’s leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists. Dr. Swan has published more than 200 scientific papers and has been featured in extensive media coverage around the world. She is the author of the book – Count Down - How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race In this episode you'll learn: 1) What is causing the decline of sperm counts 2) We discuss the 1% effect and the impact on both male and female fertility 3) Impact of environmental toxins on egg and sperm health 4) What we can do to protect our fertility and improve pregnancy success Spread the word about this episode with the hashtag #countmein ----TIMESTAMPS: 06:00- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND DR. SHANNA SWAN’S BIO 06:45- DR. SHANNA SWAN’S PERSONAL STORY Variables she looked at in her research for possible reasons why sperm count was declining The Study for Future Families and what she found Environment's effect on semen quality How standard guidelines have fluctuated 14:11- CULTURAL EMPHASIS ON WOMEN’S FERTILITY AND NOT MEN’S 15:17- THE “ONE PERCENT” EFFECT” Declines are happening in both first world and third world countries “Reproductive health in men and women is deteriorating at about the same rate.” 17:53- GENDER BLURRING (MALE AND FEMALE LINES) Disorders of sexual development and what causes them The lack of research, data, and the difficulty in studying it in humans 23:15- HOW ALCOHOL, SMOKING ETC. EFFECTS YOUR EGGS “Things that are good for your heart health, and overall health, will be good for your egg health.” Smoking is hard on reproductive success How the parent’s (both mother and father) smoking can affect their son’s sperm “These lifestyle factors really matter.” Alcohol: binge drinking can reduce sperm count Moderating alcohol and exercise  29:20- DOES TYLENOL HAVE AN EFFECT ON SPERM? 29:46- ENVIRONMENTAL TOXINS AND EPIGENETICS 32:38- DHP & VPA How genital development is affected  The way chemicals are tested  37:12- PROTECTING YOURSELF AND INCREASING CHANCES OF PREGNANCY The importance of men focusing on their reproductive health as well The variety of things you can do to protect yourself 38:38- THE DIET’S PIECE IN SEMEN QUALITY “Pay attention to the foods that you eat” 41:07- HOW DUST CAN AFFECT YOUR FERTILITY How to avoid chemical and dust (and why you should) 42:12 DR. SHANNA SWAN’S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THINGS WE CAN DO Movie recommendation and the ask to use the hashtag: #CountMeIn The secrecy of fertility and the importance to talk about it “We are all in this together” 46:43- DR. SHANNA SWAN’S SUCCESS STORY “If you can identify the risk factors and remove them from your life you can improve the situation.”   ---- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   Related Episodes: Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Improve Low Sperm Count, Motility and DNA Fragmentation - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-improve-low-sperm-count-motility-and-dna-fragmentation/   Three Reasons Why Your IVF May Have Failed - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/3-reasons-why-your-ivf-might-have-failed/

Lindsey walks through her experience with enmeshment and how she is processing behavioral patterns with her therapist and her loved ones. Through the support of a therapist, dedicated research, and breathwork, Lindsey has found liberation in setting boundaries with those closest to her and is reprogramming her brain to not seek outside validation at the expense of her own growth and happiness. Lindsey hopes this episode will inspire you to reflect on where enmeshment shows up in your life and seek the support necessary to step into your highest self.  We also talk about: Family enmeshment and self-advocacy Seeking outside validation Shame and guilt when you choose to against the grain How enmeshment shows up as an adult  Self-abandonment  How I’m healing in real-time Find more to love at http://almost30.com/ (almost30.com)! Resources: Breathwork:https://www.breemelanson.com/online-breathwork-class ( breemelanson.com) Read: https://boundarybossbook.com/ (Boundary Boss: The Essential Guide to Talk True, Be Seen, and (Finally) Live Free) By Terri Cole Follow: https://www.instagram.com/nedratawwab/?hl=en (@nedratawwab) Sponsors: NakedCashmere | Use the code ALMOST30 at https://www.nakedcashmere.com/ (nakedcashmere.com) for 15% off your purchase Four Sigmatic | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your order at http://foursigmatic.com/almost30 (foursigmatic.com/almost30) BLUblox | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at https://www.blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a (blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a) PaleoValley | Go to http://paleovalley.com/almost30 (paleovalley.com/almost30) and enter code ALMOST30 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order Headspace | Head to http://headspace.com/almost30 (headspace.com/almost30) for a free one month trial Almost 30 is edited by http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Dr. Evan Hirsch joins us today as we’re digging into why optimizing energy levels and addressing fatigue is essential when you are on the TTC journey. Many of us struggle with low energy or fatigue. And while dips in energy can be normal, feeling constantly tired or low energy may be a sign to dig deeper. As you may know, we don’t focus singularly on the infertility diagnosis…. we look at the whole body. So why does fatigue or low energy matter when we are trying to conceive? It could be missed healing opportunities that can help get to the root cause of why you are struggling to get pregnant naturally. Today I’m excited to welcome Evan H. Hirsch, MD is a World-Renowned Fatigue Expert and is the Founder & CEO of the International Center for Fatigue. In this episode you'll learn: 1) Why it is important to address energy levels if you are trying to conceive 2) What are the symptoms of fatigue 3) How testosterone levels impact energy and sex drive 4) What are normal energy levels during the menstrual cycle 5) Connection between autoimmune disease and fatigue 6) Chronic infections and the link to fatigue, plus how to address fatigue so that you can get pregnant naturally. FREE PDF download of the #1 bestselling book, Fix Your Fatigue: The four-step process to resolving chronic fatigue, achieving abundant energy, and reclaiming your life! https://go.fixyourfatigue.org/full-book-pdf-optin ---- TIMESTAMPS: 06:02- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND DR. EVAN HIRCH’S BIO 06:41- DR. EVAN HIRCH’S PERSONAL STORY WITH FATIGUE 08:50- WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO ADDRESS ENERGY LEVELS FOR SOMEONE WHO IS TRYING TO CONCEIVE? “When you are tired it’s indicating a bigger problem.” There are ten causes of fatigue’. 10:00- HOW DO WE KNOW IF WE HAVE FATIGUE? Fatigue: tiredness that is not relieved by rest. What are some of the symptoms? 12:34- HOW ARE TESTOSTERONE LEVELS IMPACTED BY ENERGY? “Your body does not want to procreate when it is in survival mode.” 15:35- THE DECLINE IN SPERM COUNT AND TESTOSTERONE LEVELS The impact of toxicities and mold in your home 18:50- ENERGY LEVELS AROUND MENSTRUAL CYCLES 20:50- THYROID AND FATIGUE AND WHY IT MATTERS Hormone deficiency is a cause of fatigue 23:09- ADRENALS AND FATIGUE 24:23- CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME  What is the difference between this and fatigue? Why understanding the CAUSE is important for treatment “Everyone is focused on looking at treatment instead of causes” The impact of over stressing your body and over-exercising Addressing toxicities, infections, traumas, etc  31:26- MORE ON CAUSES OF FATIGUE AND WHAT WE CAN DO 33:00- IS THERE A COMMON THEME WITH FATIGUE?  Mental, emotional issues, food sensitivities, etc “If you want to be a better human you have got to work on your emotional health.” What he practices he recommends for working on mental health The impact of positive affirmations and gratitude 39:29- BIOIDENTICALS- WHAT DOES HE RECOMMEND? 41:25- AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE AND FATIGUE The causes of autoimmune disease are similar to fatigue What about allergies? Or chronic infections? Different bugs and how they affect you “If you don’t feel right there is something wrong with you.” 51:28- DR. EVAN HIRCH’S FREE PDF DOWNLOAD 52:08- FINAL THOUGHTS ON FATIGUE ‘Don’t give up hope.” --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   Related Episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How to Know If Gluten Needs To Be Avoided When You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-if-gluten-needs-to-be-avoided-when-you-are-ttc/   How To Address BIochemical Stress To Improve Pregnancy Success:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-address-biochemical-stress-to-optimize-pregnancy-success/

Justine Altman joins us today as we’re digging into the AIP diet and what you need to know if you are TTC. We get a lot of questions about the AIP (autoimmune protocol) diet and if it is right for fertility. As you may know, we specialize in complex cases such as low AMH, high FSH, diminished ovarian reserve, and premature ovarian insufficiency. Most people who come to me are eating a “clean" diet. They’ve made the generalized recommendations for fertility but it’s still not working. We always suggest that both you and your partner start the elimination diet and then further tweak the diet with food sensitivity testing and then potentially an AIP diet if necessary. But what if you have an autoimmune disease should you consider the AIP diet? Some studies have found that 1/5 of the time premature ovarian insufficiency is actually tied to autoimmunity. We break down the exact steps to consider so that you don’t waste time on strategies that leave you further away from pregnancy success. I'm excited to welcome Justine Altman back to the podcast. Justine is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. Justine is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. She was diagnosed with POCS and struggled with infertility but after taking a functional approach was able to have both her children naturally. In this episode you'll learn: 1) What is the AIP diet and when is it best used for someone with low AMH, high FSH, and/or on the fertility journey. 2) What do the studies say about the AIP diet and autoimmune disease. 3) The difference between paleo and AIP diet. 4) What is the best duration for the AIP diet 5) How to reduce potential overwhelm with the AIP diet. 6) What exactly do we eat and not eat on the AIP diet. ---- TIMESTAMPS: 06:50- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND JUSTINE'S BIO 08:40- WHAT IS THE AIP DIET? Based on the Paleo diet- what foods it focuses on 09:22- THE AIP DIET: NUTRIENT DENSITY, GUT HEALTH, HORMONES, AND IMMUNE SYSTEM “Belly fillers” versus foods that actually have nutrients Why we are not eating necessarily “less” but different 11:03- HOW WOULD THE AIP DIET HELP GUT HEALTH?  What is leaky gut and how does the AIP diet help? “Nutrient-dense foods are repairing to the gut” How the gut can repair through diet 12:28- HORMONE BALANCE AND THE AIP DIET What the body needs in order to make hormones  AIP is naturally low carb- which helps our blood sugar 14:28- IMMUNE SYSTEM AND THE AIP DIET “The gut is where we absorb our nutrients” 15:21- STUDIES ON THE AIP DIET “These studies are catching up to what we already knew” 16:28- AIP DIET VERSUS PALEO DIET Specific food differences with these two diets The potential issues with eating too many nuts The importance of creating a variety in your foods “We do better when we get a bigger variety of foods” 21:00- AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE & THE AIP DIET The power of healing the gut and healing autoimmune disease “In a short amount of time, you can make a major change” 22:55- WHY GO ON THE AIP DIET IF YOU ARE TRYING TO GET PREGNANT? The influence of stress on fertility Hormone imbalances are symptoms of something else “We can have the biggest impact the fastest if we make changes to our diet” 25:33- HOW LONG DO WE NEED TO DO THE AIP DIET? Do this 100% for thirty days and then we make a change... 28:48- RESOURCES TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE AIP DIET Tips, recipes, and more resources 29:57- TIPS ON KEEPING THE AIP DIET SIMPLE Small tips and giving yourself grace An idea of what a typical dinner would look like How to help with overwhelm 33:21- LIST OF FOODS TO AVOID ON THE AIP DIET 36:29- FINAL THOUGHTS FROM JUSTINE ---- Excited that our LIVE Fertility Diet Challenge is launching on April 19th. You'll receive newly designed chef-prepared recipes (perfect for spring and curated to optimize fertility). There will be daily motivation, guidance, and support from the Fab Fertile Team. Join the Fertility Diet Challenge here>>>>http://fertilitydietfreebie.com/   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   Related Episodes: Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/ AIP Diet For Hashimoto's And Why This Matters If You Are TTC: https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/aip-diet-for-hashimotos-and-why-this-matters-if-you-are-ttc/ What To Do If You Have Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Infertility:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/what-to-do-if-you-have-inflammatory-bowel-disease-ibd-and-infertility/  

Justine Altman joins us today as we’re digging into how to move from the Standard American/Western Diet to a healthy diet for your fertility. Let’s face it eating a diet that is right for our fertility is confusing. Whether it’s fertility superfoods, generalized recommendations about what to eat or avoid for optimized fertility…we may not know where to start. However, we all know that eating packaged processed foods is not healthy for anyone – especially if we are trying to conceive. Changing to a healthy preconception diet is not about deprivation or eating food that tastes like cardboard. It’s about finding the most nutrient-dense foods that actually taste good so that you can prepare for a successful pregnancy. And it’s not a “diet” – it’s a lifestyle change that literally is life-changing – our clients tell us so! You have your WHY, so let’s get started. I'm excited to welcome Justine Altman back to the podcast. Justine is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. Justine is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. She was diagnosed with POCS and struggled with infertility but after taking a functional approach was able to have both her children naturally. In this episode you'll learn: 1) How to make the change from the standard western diet to the healthy fertility diet/lifestyle 2) How to set your intention so you stay committed. These changes may be simple but they are not easy. 3) How to keep it simple without spending hours in the kitchen cooking. 4) What to look for on labels so you don’t eat the wrong foods. 5) What to do about emotional eating. How to deal with excuses or lack of motivation 6) Why it’s important to include your partner in the changes Excited that our LIVE Fertility Diet Challenge is launching on April 19th. You'll receive newly designed chef-prepared recipes (perfect for spring and curated to optimize fertility). There will be daily motivation, guidance, and support from the Fab Fertile Team. Join the Fertility Diet Challenge here>>>>http://fertilitydietfreebie.com/   TIMESTAMPS: 06:45- INTRO TO TODAY'S TOPIC AND JUSTINE'S BIO 07:48- SARAH'S & JUSTINE’S EATING HISTORY AND BACKGROUND WITH FOOD 12:27- WHERE IS THE BEST PLACE TO START WHEN SHIFTING TO A HEALTHY DIET? Paying attention to what works for you but understanding commitment "We have a decision to make every time we put food into our mouths." The most important thing is to eliminate foods that cause inflammation The mindset shift that this is not "a diet" and you are not depriving yourself "The food choices become a gateway to a healthier lifestyle." How eating healthier actually simplify your life (including shopping!) Identifying your "why" (It may be infertility but it will also improve your general health and how you feel) 21:04- DOES IT HURT BINGING JUNK FOOD THE DAY BEFORE YOUR HEALTH JOURNEY BEGINS? "The best thing you can ever do is just start now." "Every forkful you put in your mouth either makes you healthier or sicker." 23:18- KEEPING IT SIMPLE It's a lifestyle change, start where you are What if you don't like certain fruits or vegetables? "It's about baby upgrades." Emotional responses to food and how your palate can change 25:45- WHEN READING LABELS WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK FOR? Being intentional where you go in the grocery store "Be your own detective with the labels." Understanding where Gluten can hide in certain foods 29:43-SETTING YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS BY HAVING HEALTHY FOOD AVAILABLE Packing healthy snacks in your purse, cleaning out your pantry Habit changes- and understanding how long they actually take to form 34:17- EMOTIONAL EATING: WHAT CAN WE DO? Understanding your body's cues and what it really wants Other rewards can you give yourself Tips from Sarah about portion sizes 36:29- DRINKING MORE WATER Sometimes we mistake thirst for hunger 37:19-THE IMPORTANCE OF DOING THIS WITH YOUR PARTNER Who is cooking? Are you having to cook separate meals? The importance of your partner "getting it" and being on board 39:03- FINAL THOUGHTS "Just do it as soon as you can." 39:22- DETAILS ABOUT OUR FREE FERTILITY DIET CHALLENGE   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   Related Episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/ How Not To Waste Time When You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/ What You Need To Know About The Elimination Diet if You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-elimination-diet-if-you-are-ttc/  

Michele Paradise joins us today as we're digging into how to havening and how this technique can help us on the fertility journey As you may know our goal is to help reduce the physical and mental/emotional stressors on the body so that you can achieve pregnancy success. And while meditation, yoga or breathwork may work for some of us what if you haven’t found a modality that actually helps you to de-stress and reduce anxiety? Have you heard of havening? I first heard of the technique about 6 months ago. I then started to see it everywhere. Celebrities such as Justin and Hailey Bieber, the Kardashians and more were using havening to reduce anxiety and overwhelm. So how can havening help us on the fertility journey? I’m excited to welcome Michele Paradise. Michele is an expert in Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), Clinical Hypnotherapist and Havening Technique. In 2015 Deepak Chopra invited her to become his personal development coach on his digital wellness platform Jiyo, where she has her own channel The Healing Haven and has over 30 videos demonstrating Havening for all levels of trauma and anxiety. In this episode you'll learn: 1) What is havening and how can it helps us on the fertility journey 2) How does the technique help with stress, anxiety, and PTSD 3) What is affirmational havening and how can we use this to visualize a positive pregnancy? 4) Plus you’ll experience a havening demonstration that you follow along with so that you can experience a calming state of mind.   Check out Michele Paradise's Youtube channel for havening video's- https://www.youtube.com/user/michpara/videos?view=0&sort=p&flow=grid --- TIMESTAMPS: 06:20- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND MICHELLE PARADISE’S BIO  07:42- WHAT FIRST DREW MICHELLE TO THE PRACTICE OF HAVENING? Brief history of Havening and the process of training as a practitioner 10:37- HOW CAN HAVENING HELP IN DIFFICULT TIMES? What are the biggest struggles of someone going through the infertility journey? Realizing the trauma of the infertility journey “Stress plays a major part in conception.” How trauma is stored in our body (that we are unaware of) 14:55- WHAT EXACTLY IS HAVENING? What happens in our body during the “havening touch” Why havening is “content free” and we don’t need to know the details of it Delta waves and where in the body it is released “Self-havening” and “Event havening” 23:42- DO WE NEED TO HAVE A PRACTITIONER WITH US TO HAVEN? 25:02- THE RESEARCH AND EFFICACY OF HAVENING 25:52- ARE THERE RISKS OF NOT WORKING WITH A PRACTITIONER? 27:00- THE PHILOSOPHY OF HAVENING The difference between Havening and other therapies The importance of connecting the mind and body “In my experience, the only way to get a result is to connect the mind and body to release stress, anxiety, and trauma.” 28:26- DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TFT AND HAVENING 30:33- HOW IT HELPS WITH STRESS AND ANXIETY Quick tips you can use if you are feeling unsafe Small ways to incorporate havening in your day Affirmational havening “Where focus goes energy flows.” How havening is a “pattern interrupt” 34:40- WHEN WOULD WE USE EVENT HAVENING? Addressing unhealthy beliefs and rewiring your thoughts through havening 39:00- TRAUMATIC BIRTHS AND PREGNANCY Going back to birth and doing “outcome havening” How your traumatic birth could affect fertility 42:30- HAVENING DEMO  50:50- MICHELLE’S PERSONAL SUCCESS STORY 54:17- HOW MANY SESSIONS SHOULD WE HAVE? Getting to the root of what is really wrong “You can do no harm with havening.” Havening the inner child 59:30- WHERE WE CAN CONNECT WITH MICHELLE 1:01:38- FINAL THOUGHTS ON HAVENING Couple havening Parenting havening Getting permission before you haven   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Address Biochemical Stress To Optimize Pregnancy Success:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-address-biochemical-stress-to-optimize-pregnancy-success/   How To Address Chronic Stress So That You Can Get Pregnant Naturally - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-address-chronic-stress-so-that-you-can-get-pregnant-naturally/  

Afton Vechery joins us today as we’re digging taking a proactive approach to your fertility early in the journey. In my teens, my periods were so heavy and I would bleed through the pads (it was especially mortifying during high school as I was always worried people could see the huge pad or that I was leaking!). And then in my early 20’s, my periods disappeared altogether and I was placed on hormonal birth control and then diagnosed with premature ovarian insufficiency/failure at 28. My body was desperately trying to tell me something and the first line of defense was not to discover WHY my periods were heavy and then disappearing – but to give me the pill. The reason I share my story is so that other women do not have to struggle like I did – thinking that the only option is IVF and/or donor eggs. If we intervene early and take a proactive approach with our fertility we can reverse the symptoms and get pregnant naturally. I’ve seen it over and over again. The body wants to heal. I’m excited to welcome Afton Vechery to the podcast. Her company, Modern Fertility, offers an at-home hormone test—the same one given in fertility clinics, but for a fraction of the price so that we can proactively take charge of our own health and fertility. In this episode you'll learn: 1) How the conversation around women’s health is changing and why fertility such a hot topic (especially for young women). 2) The conventional parameters around fertility testing and why this approach is outdated (i.e. TTC are told to wait 1 year or 6 months over 35). How to be your own advocate. 3) Which questions we should be asking our OB/Gyn so that we don’t waste time. --- TIMESTAMPS: 05:58- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND AFTON'S BIO 07:03- AFTON’S PERSONAL STORY 10:00- THE TRENDS WITH WOMEN’S HORMONES AND FERTILITY  "We know our bodies best.” The importance of understanding your body and having your information accessible 11:57- THE EDUCATION SYSTEM AND NORMALIZING WOMEN’S HEALTH   “As women, we owe it to ourselves to make these conversations normal” Taking fertility and bringing it into mainstream wellness The cultural transition we are in and why it’s important   14:00- ISSUES WITH YOUR PERIOD AND THE PILL The importance of being educated on the side of effects of your medication “Irregular periods are not normal.” The impact of the pill on hormones and irregular periods  Why it is so important to know what is going on with your body and how it uncovers healing opportunities 18:33-  RESEARCH ON THE MODERN STATE OF FERTILITY The links between fertility, finances, and the impact of covid 20:46 PREMATURE OVARIAN DEFICIENCY  Statistics and the lack of information The impact that an early diagnosis provides “It doesn’t have to be your destiny to have donor eggs.” 23:31- HOW DO WE TAKE A PROACTIVE APPROACH WITH OUR REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH? Understanding your productive health as a part of your core health 25:08- WHAT TESTING AFTON’S COMPANY PROVIDES The gap they found in the market within testing and how they are filling it 29:06- RECOMMENDED RESOURCES 30:17- SUCCESS STORY 31:25- WHERE YOU CAN CONNECT WITH AFTON   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Top Questions To Ask Before You Hire A Local Functional Practitioner - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/top-questions-to-ask-before-you-hire-a-local-functional-practitioner/   How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/  

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Today we’re digging into the top questions to ask before you hire a local practitioner. If you are anything like me when I found functional medicine, I couldn’t believe that no one had told me about it. I was so excited that I literally wanted to tell everyone…but I first started working on myself and then I created a ripple effect of optimal health through my immediate family, friends, and ultimately the fertility community. If you are following me, reading my emails, listening to my podcast you know how life-changing the functional approach can be for someone who is on the fertility journey. And you may be ready to start on your functional health journey to discover the missed healing opportunities so that you can get pregnant naturally. You may be thinking that a local functional practitioner could be a good fit for you. Before you sign up with a local practitioner I want to give you some questions to consider to ensure the practitioner has what you need to fast track your chances of pregnancy success so that you don’t waste time and money. Because we’ve seen many couples invest in a local practitioner and not get the results they were promised. This episode is for you: You love the functional approach and are ready to get started You don't know which questions to ask your local practitioner to see if they will be a good fit In this episode you'll learn: 1) Our top questions to ask your local practitioner before you commit to a program. 2) The biggest mistakes we see when working with a local practitioner and how to avoid wasting time and money. 3) How to fast-track your success so that you can either get pregnant naturally or increase your chances of success at the fertility clinic with your own eggs/sperm.   -- TIMESTAMPS: 05:58- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE  08:04- OUTDATED TESTING The testing we are using (and why) Why using the wrong tests could miss valuable healing opportunities Food sensitivity, hormone, stool, hair, tissue, and mineral testing Even if it’s the right test- are they experienced interpreting results?  “Test don’t guess.” 13:03- DO THEY OFFER COACHING SUPPORT? “Testing is only the beginning.” “Some of these changes are simple but they are not easy.” Depending on their bandwidth the practitioner may not be available to coach you The importance of having your partner making the changes WITH you (and how a coach can help you do this to fast track your progress 16:19- DOES THE PRACTITIONER HAVE AN OPEN DOOR POLICY? What happens if you have questions? How long does it take for them to answer? The unique approach we take to make sure your questions are answered 18:28- IS THE PRACTITIONER A FERTILITY EXPERT? The difference between a general practitioner and a fertility expert. WHY this is the most important question to ask “We believe it is a mind, body, spirit approach.” Working with someone who can not only help you with testing but also understands the trauma of infertility and the importance of the spiritual/emotional side 22:26- SUMMARY AND HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU Is there a “fast” method? The tough cases we specialize in   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:     Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   What You Need To Know Before You Decide on IVF - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-before-you-decide-on-ivf/   How Not To Waste Time When You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/

Justine Altman joins us today as we're digging into themes we see with low AMH/high FSH. Typically the conventional approach offers very few solutions for these diagnoses as IVF is often not an option and donor eggs are a standard recommendation. What we know after working with couples with low AMH/high FSH is that healing opportunities are regularly missed. When we look at the whole body we can begin to bring the body back into balance so that we can optimize preconception health. I know firsthand how hard it is to go through infertility. I was diagnosed with POF/POI at 28 and had both my kids with donor eggs. Years later I discovered the root cause of my infertility was food sensitivities, gut infections, and chronic stress. Let’s discuss the common themes we see with low AMH/high FSH so that you can learn how to prepare for pregnancy success.   This episode is for you: -You have low AMH, high FSH, POF/POI, or DOR -You want to learn how to fast track your chances of natural pregnancy success before you consider donor eggs -You are ready to dig deeper so that you can address missed healing opportunities   I'm excited to welcome Justine Altman back to the podcast. Justine is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. Justine is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. She was diagnosed with POCS and struggled with infertility but after taking a functional approach was able to have both her children naturally.   In this episode you'll learn: 1) The connection between food sensitivities and low AMH/high FSH and what you may be getting wrong. Hint – this is for you even if you are already eating a clean diet. 2) You may have been told that your TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) is normal but what about the other thyroid markers? We regularly see thyroid dysfunction with a diagnosis of low AMH/high FSH. 3) Do you feel hangry, have poor sleep, or experience sugar cravings? Ensuring your blood sugar is balanced is KEY. Especially if you have irregular or absent cycles, irregular ovulation, or anovulation. 4) If you are experiencing mood issues such as irritability, ADHD, ADD, anxiety, depression and low AMH/high FSH digging into balancing neurotransmitters and addressing healing opportunities allows your body to prepare for pregnancy. 5) Do you feel burnt out, overwhelmed or exhausted? Not addressing mental emotions stress can impact cortisol levels which in turn impact sex hormones. Addressing mental-emotional stress is KEY for pregnancy success. 6) If your body is under attack by a gut infection such as a parasite, worm, bacterial/fungal overgrowth it wants to survive not procreate. We see gut infections ALL the time with low AMH/high FSH. 7) Minerals are the spark plugs of the body – but are yours in balance? There could be malabsorption (especially if you were on long term hormonal birth control) and/or heavy metal exposure, which directly impacts hormones.   TIMESTAMPS:   06:03- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND JUSTINE'S BIO 07:15- INTRO TO THEMES WE SEE WITH LOW AMH/HIGH FSH 08:03- THEME OF FOOD SENSITIVITIES Gluten sensitivity (and how common it is) Why we don't test gluten sensitivity for long enough Gluten sensitivity's tie to leaky gut Sensitivities are more subtle but can greatly impact you Why the gold standard is the elimination diet 14:28- THEME OF THYROID DYSFUNCTION Why we often have thyroid dysfunction (and what we can do) Even if your thyroid has been looked at it doesn't mean there isn't something wrong Typical thyroid symptoms to pay attention to 19:53- THEME OF BLOOD SUGAR  DYSFUNCTION Do you get "hangry"? What does that mean about your blood sugar? The amount of sugar that we consume and how that affects us over time The effect of eating too many carbs and glucose meters 23:38- THEME OF IRREBILITY AND MOOD ISSUES Chemical imbalances and what is happening in the gut "In almost all cases, we can make improvements." 25:41- THEME OF CHRONIC STRESS Looking at our schedules and acknowledging the power of choice Paying attention to the structural, mental/spiritual, and chemical areas of your life Do you need to be in a different line of work? What adjustments do you need to make in your everyday life? Boundaries, gratitude, and early life trauma "The more you run from it, the worst it gets." 33:35- THEME OF GUT INFECTIONS Bacteria in the body and the challenges of unfriendly bacteria Healing digestion issues and infections 36:30- THEME OF MINERAL IMBALANCES How does mineral imbalances affect our fertility? "Minerals are the sparkplugs of the body." Are you "good" just taking a multivitamin? Heavy metals that build up in the body 43:15- FINAL THOUGHTS FROM JUSTINE "This is the way. It's the way to improve your fertility." "With the FabFertile method, we are laying the foundation for all the things in your body to work the way they were meant to work." 44:38- CASE STUDY WITH FABFERTILE METHOD 47:35- WHAT THE FABFERTILE METHOD INCLUDES   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   What You Need To Know Before You Decide on IVF - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-before-you-decide-on-ivf/   How Not To Waste Time When You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/  

Devon Baeza joins us today as we're digging self-sabotage and why this matters for fertility. By January 19th most of us have already given up our New Years' resolution. I know…my chip habit is back (gluten-free and organic but still…lol). And even if you are still pushing through you may be dealing with self-sabotage. We set the goal to eat better, get more sleep, exercise more, and work on our stress, and then life gets in the way…. and next thing we know we’re yelling at our partner, eating the processed foods, and up at 3 am scouring the internet looking for answers. And it all just feels exhausting. This quote by Jim Rohn sums it up “your life does not get better by chance, but by change”. That’s why our Fab Fertile Method includes a Functional Nutrition Practitioner (who develops a customized protocol) and a Fertility Coach (that helps you to implement the changes) so that you can fast track your chances of a successful pregnancy. What can you do to recognize and eliminate self-sabotage so that you can prepare for pregnancy success without wasting time? I'm excited to welcome Devon Baeza back to the podcast. Devon is the Fertility Finance Coach. She combines her degree in finance, years of fertility treatments, and master life coach training to help women make, save, and manifest money to fund their future family FAST.   In this episode you'll learn: 1) How to recognize self-sabotage and how to prevent it. 2) How do limiting beliefs impact us when we are trying to reach a goal and why does this matter if you are TTC. 3) What to do when our self worth has been attached to achievements. Type A's this is for you! 4) What are some steps we can take right now – to get out of our own way so that we can see a shift as we prepare for pregnancy success.   --- Download your FREE report - 10 Easy And Effective Ways to Fund Fertility: https://www.devonbaeza.com/10ways/ ---   TIMESTAMPS: 6:06- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND DEVON BAEZA'S BIO 07:53- HOW WE CAN RECOGNIZE SELF-SABOTAGE Why Self-Sabotage shows up especially when we are dealing with infertility Underlying negative beliefs and where they come from The different forms of procrastination "No matter what the belief is, we want to prove ourselves right." Why we displace the "problem" in the form of self-sabotage Getting to the root cause of self-sabotage How "over-researching" can be a form of self-sabotage "Doing keeps us from being." 19:43- ARE WE NOT "GOOD ENOUGH" TO HAVE A BABY? Feelings of brokenness and limiting beliefs IDENTIFYING your beliefs so you can challenge them The power of writing your emotions Judging ourselves as a woman because of infertility 22:59- SELF-SABATOGUE FOR TYPE-A WOMEN Overplanning, control, and attaching our worth to outcome What is the COST of going going going? The opportunity for growth when dealing with fertility Identifying patterns and not judging yourself Monitoring negative self-talk Why we should make failure a part of the plan. 35:00- EMBRACING UNCERTAINTY AND LETTING GO OF CONTROL "Trust is a function of how much you trust yourself." How to learn to trust (small practices) 41:10- WHAT DO WE DO IF WE FEEL STUCK IN OUR SELF-SABOTAGE? Opening ourselves to different practices (that just might work) A couple of our favorite practices for "letting go" and seeing signs "Every time we ask ourselves a question we open ourselves up." 47:00- DEVON'S SUCCESS STORY 50:52- INFORMATION ABOUT DEVON'S FREE DOWNLOAD "I know it's difficult but it's not hard."   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Optimize  Your Chances Of Pregnancy Success If You Are A Type A - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-your-chances-of-pregnancy-if-you-are-type-a/   How Not To Waste Time When You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/

Today we're digging into what you need to do so that you don’t waste time when you are TTC. Happy New Year! We all know the saying new year - new you. And if you’re reading this right now you’re probably thinking, 2021 is the year that you’ll finally get pregnant and have your baby. So you start with diet changes, dust off your yoga mat, and commit to meditation. You’re on a roll for the first couple of weeks and then LIFE gets in the way and in comes self-sabotage. And you give up. It’s not your fault. The average person gives up their new year's resolution by January 19th. I know you’re thinking “I’m a type-A, action taker and a doer by nature” - I’ll push through”. But what if you’re doing things that actually set you back - instead of optimizing your fertility? I want to make sure that you don’t waste time in 2021 doing the wrong things that don’t get you closer to your goal of having your baby. This episode is for you if: 1) You want to prepare your body for a baby in 2021 2) You’ve researched and done everything possible for your diagnosis - but it is not working 3) You’re not sure what you should do next - you want a plan On this episode you'll learn: 1) My top 3 biggest time wasters I see with couples who are trying to conceive and what you can do to fast track your pregnancy success 2) Why New Years resolutions usually fail and how to set an intention that you actually stick to so that you can prepare for your baby. 3) How to get out of your own way so you don't waste time self-diagnosing, self-prescribing, and following recommendations that may be setting you back. ---   TIMESTAMPS: 6:02- INTRO TO TODAY'S TOPIC AND WHO IT IS FOR 07:50- THE DANGERS OF FOLLOWING GENERALIZED RECOMMENDATIONS Should you follow popular diets? "Sometimes generalized recommendations will set you back." Why we are looking for a food sensitivity Fertility diets and superfoods- should you listen to recommendations? What about exercise programs? Are you over-exercising? Doing the right program for you? "It is hard to see our own crap." Being careful WHERE you buy your supplements. Are teas and essential oils important? "You cannot 'out supplement' lack of sleep and a poor diet." 12:43- NOT WORKING ON THE BASICS (IS WASTING TIME) We are looking for the "quick fix" but are truly wasting time. The mental and emotional stress of fertility (and why we have to address it) Why we need to ask ourselves WHY is our body not wanting to procreate? 15:28- WHY YOU NEED TO INCLUDE YOUR PARTNER IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO WASTE TIME Sometimes you feel like this is your fault and the stress falls on you There are always things he can work on and ways he can optimize his fertility "Infertility can either tear you apart or bring you together." "We see the BEST success when BOTH partners make the changes." Are we hiding in our work? Avoiding something else? "A healthy couple leads to a healthy baby and a healthy pregnancy." Looking at martial stress, infections that are being passed back and forth, and leaving no stone unturned 21:03- WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT WITH THE FABFERTILIE METHOD What makes our program unique and who it is for. "It is not just about the testing."   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- As you may know, I was diagnosed with POF/POI at 28 and had both my children with donor eggs. Years later I discovered the root cause of my infertility was food sensitivity, gut infection, and chronic stress.   I know that what you place on your fork every day does matter for your fertility - it's the first place we start with our Fab Fertile Method.   Starting Monday, Jan 11th I'll be hosting the Fertility Diet Challenge LIVE in the Fab Fertile Support Group.   The Fertility Diet Challenge is about taking ACTION with your partner. You'll be eligible for prizes, personalized support from my team, and insight into how diet is impacting your health/fertility.   Join the free Fertility Diet Challenge here>>>>>https://www.fertilitydietfreebie.com/   --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Know Which Diet Is Right For Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-which-diet-is-right-for-your-fertility/   How To Optimize Sleep To Improve Fertility https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-sleep-to-improve-your-fertility/

Monika Friedman joins us today as we’re digging into what a Type A wishes she knew when she was TTC. There was a time that I couldn’t imagine doing anything without a plan. What I know today is that my planning was a way to have some form of control over an uncertain situation. When I was TTC, I had a plan A, B, C, D – if it didn’t work I planned to quit my job and travel around the world with my husband. And while planning has served me well – I’m a get it done kind of person – it has also caused me a lot of frustration, increased my impatience, and left me feeling exhausted (and somehow always behind). If you’re anything like me (and most of my clients are Type A) the uncertainty of the TTC journey may be driving you crazy. You’ve probably tried everything, put on your research hat (yep Dr. Google can be a slippery slope), and are feeling more overwhelmed than ever. What if there was a way to move forward and take ACTION, but on your own terms and with a sense of peace, calm, and knowing that the soul of your baby was waiting for you. How would you approach the journey to have your baby differently? I’m excited to welcome Monika Friedman to the podcast. Monika is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is one of our Fertility Coaches and an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. Monika is a Fertility Coach helping professional women increase their chances of getting pregnant with less anxiety and more joy along the way. She is a 4-time IVF warrior, a yoga teacher, and a working mom with an MBA and 15 years of corporate experience under her belt.   In this episode you'll learn: 1) How being a Type A has served you and where it has left you feeling impatient, frustrated, and overwhelmed – especially as navigate the fertility journey. 2) We discuss Monika’s personal breakthrough and how she learned to let go of the impatience and control so that she could approach this journey on her own terms. 3) Tips for a Type A to slow down. 4) How to set boundaries at work – especially if you feel overworked or are in a demanding stressful job 5) Why takes a few steps back actually allows you to take a giant leap forward so that you can prepare for a successful pregnancy.   --- TIMESTAMPS: 06:47- INTRO TO MONIKA FRIEDMAN & TODAY'S TOPIC 07:25- DEFINITION OF A 'TYPE A' PERSON 07:51- THEMES WE SEE & THE IMPORTANCE OF AWARENESS Taking the judgment out of being type A "We are our own fiercest critic" Sarah and Monika's personal stories with being type A Speaking to yourself like you are speaking to your best friend 12:27- "MINDSET FIRST" AND MONKIA'S FERTILITY JOURNEY "My fertility journey was a transformational journey for me." How she found peace with herself Understanding kindness and forgiveness for yourself A breakthrough she had on an airplane bathroom floor "Infertility was the best teacher I ever have but never asked for." 18:38- REFRAMING HOW WE SEE THE SILVER LINING Challenging your mind to take the path less traveled A visual technique to use for a powerful reframe Responding vs. reacting to triggers 22:45- REACHING OUT FOR SUPPORT FROM FERTILITY EXPERTS "It's courageous to ask for help." The power of "feeling into your body." 25:18- THE LIFESTYLE OF A "TYPE A" Monika's story of overworking and under eating (and how that affected her fertility) "Forgiveness is a key piece to my fertility journey" Working out as a coping mechanism. "Fertility works by its own rules." 31:25- RECOGNIZING UNHEALTHY TYPE A PATTERNS 32:58- EVERYTHING MONKIA TRIED ON HER FERTILITY JOURNEY The toll different treatments had on her body Dealing with infertility PTSD and the financial toll of treatments The importance of the functional approach 41:44- WHAT ARE THINGS WE CAN DO TO SLOW DOWN? Ways to say "no", and setting time in the calendar for yourself Asking yourself "What will make me happier this hour?" Breath practice for the morning and mindfulness practices How can you make these moments count? Educating people around you on what you need. Issues around overworking and slowing down Ask yourself "How do I want to show up as a mom?" 49:22- PROGRESS NOT PERFECTION How can we make progress while taking pressure off ourselves?   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control. --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Everything You Need To Know About EFT if you are TTC:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-eft-if-you-are-ttc/   How To Recognize Patters And Why This Matters If You Are TTC:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-recognize-your-patterns-and-why-this-matters-if-you-are-ttc/

Today we’re digging into what you need to know before you decide on IVF. I know firsthand what it’s like to be told that IVF is your only option to have children. In my case it was being diagnosed with POI/POF at 28 and told that I could only have children with donor eggs. I know that IVF can feel like your next logical step. You probably feel like you’ve already tried everything. I know that when I dreamed of having my family – it certainly wasn’t with IVF. And although IVF can be successful – with an average 30% success rate – what about the couple that has 1,2,3,4 or more failed cycles – I see this quite regularly and it is heartbreaking and financially devastating. We typically work with couples that have had at least 1 failed IVF cycle. So if before you commit emotionally and financially to another IVF cycle I want you to know the exact steps you can take to improve your chances of pregnancy success.   This episode is for you: 1) You feel like another IVF may be your next step but you really want to get pregnant naturally 2) You’ve already had at least 1 failed IVF cycle. 3) You don’t know how to optimize your chances of getting pregnant naturally 4)You’ve been told that IVF is your only option to have your baby.   In this episode you'll learn: 1) Why focusing solely on your infertility diagnosis keeps you stuck and how to address missed healing opportunities that may decrease your chances of a successful IVF. 2) I discuss long term birth control use, undetected autoimmunity, thyroid dysfunction, blood sugar imbalance, poor sleep and more so that you can begin to pinpoint areas that need to be addressed prior to IVF – to optimize your chances of a successful pregnancy. 3) How to get honest about your mental emotional stressors (i.e. setting boundaries, releasing perfectionism and unrealistic standards) so that you can move out of fight or flight and allow your hormones to balance naturally. --- TIMESTAMPS: 06:08- INTRO TO TODAY'S TOPIC AND WHO IT'S FOR 07:15- WHY YOU SHOULD STOP FOCUSING ON YOUR DIAGNOSIS "Your cycle is the barometer of your health." My personal fertility story and health issues Why the functional approach takes a personal approach Why "research mode" can be dangerous How the stress of the diagnosis can affect your health. "Look beyond the diagnosis" 12:28- EFFECTS OF LONG TERM BIRTH CONTROL The effects of "the pill" "If you have been on the pill- it has impacted your body." 13:43- UNDIAGNOSED AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE Why if you go to IVF with an autoimmune disease it will affect your health 15:40-ADDRESSING FOOD SENSITIVITIES Many people who know foods are affecting them- but continue to eat them (and why that matters!) "It's not about you starving." 18:39- ADDRESSING GUT INFECTIONS How common these affections actually are 19:26- ADDRESSING THYROID DYSFUNCTION Optimizing your thyroid is key 20:30- ADDRESSING CHRONIC STRESS Situational  stress(dealing with infertility) Stress can be physical or emotional and mental 21:41- ADDRESSING ENVIRONMENTAL TOXINS The importance of drinking filtered water 23:17- OVER EXERCISING AND UNDEREATING Losing your period and other health issues with over exercising Asking yourself how you feel and being honest about it 24:50 BLOOD SUGAR DYSREGULATION How it effects your sex hormones 25:50- ADDRESSING POOR SLEEP Poor sleep with disrupt your blood sugar 27:00 DIGESTIVE ISSUES Toxins recycling your body affecting your hormones 27:56- ADDRESSING OVERWORKING The unrealistic standards we hold ourselves to How if we don't address this now it will affect you after you have your baby "Your child is waiting for you." The importance of a coach "calling you out" 30:34- STRAIN ON YOUR RELATIONSHIP Sex can become transactional "Healthy pregnancy healthy baby" Call yourself out on your own crap Men can be equally hurt too; it's important for them to be heard. 32:55- INFORMATION ABOUT THE FABFERTILE METHOD Why coaching helps you follow through on your goals What we specialize in and who this program is for   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control. --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes: Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Contemplating IVF You Need To Listen To This First:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/contemplating-ivf-you-need-to-listen-to-this-first/   Blood Chemistry:  What It Means For Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/blood-chemistry-what-it-means-for-your-fertility/

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Today we are digging into the biggest mistakes we see on the fertility journey. As 2020 is drawing to a close you may be wondering what you can do in 2021 to optimize your chances of a successful pregnancy. You’ve probably tried A LOT of different things to improve your fertility. If you’re anything like me in times of stress or uncertainty – you put on your research hat. Hello Dr. Google! I speak to women who tell me they spend hours each day researching, but they end of feeling drained and overwhelmed – and with no clear plan forward. What if there were steps you could take right now to optimize your chances of pregnancy success? Let’s dig into the biggest mistakes we see while you are TTC so that you can avoid them and take targeted ACTION to prepare your body for a baby. This episode is for you: 1) You’ve tried everything and nothing has worked 2) Not sure what to do for 2021 to optimize your fertility 3) You feel like IVF may be your next step but you really want to get pregnant naturally In this episode you'll learn: 1) Why generalized recommendations can actually hold you back from pregnancy success. How to know which fertility diet, fertility superfoods, fertility fads, fertility teas are right for you. 2) How to know which tests to invest in when you are TTC. What mistakes we regularly see with testing and how to avoid costly mistakes. 3) Why going to IVF too early can lead to heartbreak and how to optimize your chances of a successful IVF. 4) How to build a team around you and why going it alone may keep you stuck. 5) The mistakes we see when you hire someone who is not a fertility expert and how to optimize your chances of a successful pregnancy by having an expert to troubleshoot and problem solve so that you don’t waste time.   --- TIMESTAMPS: 05:52- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE 06:30- MISTAKE: GENERALIZED RECOMMENDATIONS Are generalized recommendations/diets RIGHT for you? Should we ALL be taking supplements? Are you taking the RIGHT ones? Which brand of supplements works? Can I order them on Amazon? Fertility teas and essential oils: why we don't start there Fertility myths (should you eat fries after a transfer?) 12:34- MISTAKE: USING OUTDATED TESTS Elimination diet used with food sensitivity tests When you get false results because of stress Why we use the Dutch test Not using a stool test (and missing a healing opportunity) "Minerals are the spark plugs of the body." Missing the role of chronic stress (and not addressing it) 18:30- MISTAKE: GOING TO IVF TOO EARLY IVF is prescribed too early. There are no negative side effects of working on your health. WHY a targeted approach is crucial Going to the fertility clinic is not getting to the root cause. Developing a "healing round table" Acknowledging the stress of failed cycles 25:50- MISTAKE: DOING THIS BY YOURSELF Doing this by yourself is wasting time. Having a coach who has BEEN through infertility (they understand!) How do we release control? Know in your heart it will work? The mental/spiritual side is just as important as the physical. Restoring intimacy with your partner 31:52- MISTAKE: NOT WORKING WITH A FERTILITY EXPERT Working with a local practitioner vs. a fertility expert Negatively hypnotizing yourself Getting stuck thinking our body is broken Why focusing on JUST the test is not enough 36:56- THE FAB FERTILE METHOD The testing we include as well as coaching Who we typically work with and what to expect How to book a free call   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control. --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes: Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Contemplating IVF You Need To Listen To This First: https://fabfertile.com/blog/contemplating-ivf-you-need-to-listen-to-this-first/   How To Identify Stressors That Impact Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-identify-the-stressors-that-impact-your-fertility/  

Justine Altman joins us today as we’re digging into why blood sugar matters if you are TTC. If you were anything like me when I missed a meal or didn’t eat on my schedule I got “hangry”. Yep, hangry is a real thing – it was recently added to the Oxford dictionary and is defined as “bad-tempered or irritable as a result of hunger.” For me, it was not pretty! I literally had to eat immediately or I became nauseous, irritable, and shaky – and my husband knew to get out of my way! Now that I’ve balanced my blood sugar – I don’t suffer from this roller coaster of blood sugar spikes anymore and my moods are more stable. Whew! We see this regularly with our clients. Whether it's getting hangry, waking up in the middle of the night (this could be a clue that your blood sugar has dropped) or dealing with chronic stress (stress impact blood sugar) and more – balancing our blood sugar is KEY in order to optimize your body for a baby. Today I'm welcoming Justine Altman back to the podcast. Justine is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. Justine is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. She was diagnosed with POCS and struggled with infertility but after taking a functional approach was able to have both her children naturally.   In this episode you'll learn: 1) What is insulin resistance and why does it matter if we are trying to conceive. 2) How to test blood sugar and how often to test (simple strategies to help). 3) What it means for our fertility when we get hangry. 4) How stress and sleep are impacted/impact blood sugar 5) What high and low blood sugar means for fertility and health 6) How to balance blood sugar and what is the best diet to regulate our blood sugar.   TIMESTAMPS: 06:23- JUSTINE'S BIO 07:12- INTRO TO TODAY'S TOPIC 07:53- WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO LOOK AT OUR BLOOD SUGAR WHEN WE ARE TRYING TO CONCEIVE? Why looking at stress on the body is important and how blood sugar has a major role in this Is there a difference between men or women and their blood sugar issues? 10:45- WHAT EXACTLY IS INSOLENCE RESISTANCE? The blood is the delivery system for the body How the body converts protein and fat to sugar What foods spike blood sugar and why How stress effects insolence and what happens when we have insolence resistance What being "hangry" means about your blood sugar 17:00- GESTATIONAL DIABETES Making sure we manage stress (and why it's important to infertility) Why genetics matter BUT why we have more power than we think. "Genetics loads the gun but our behaviors pull the trigger." "You can be predisposed to diabetes but you still have control over how it affects you." 20:23- HOW DO WE TEST BLOOD SUGAR? The most common tests and what they do Testing routines that will give you valuable information When to test and what we can learn about our meals Making adjustments and refinements for what our body can tolerate What ideal levels we would be looking for when testing "If you have issues it is fixable." 27:30 FUNCTIONAL LEVELS VS. CONVENTIONAL LEVELS Why in functional medicine we consider what is HEALTHY and optimal How big the gap is between western medicine and functional testing (and why it matters for your fertility) Why our body is telling us a story and why we need to listen "Know the numbers, know the data" The importance of both the left and right side of the brain when you are trying to get pregnant. 35:05- COMPLICATIONS & SYMPTOMS OF HIGH OR LOW BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS 36:30- WHAT IS BEING "HANGRY" TRYING TO TELL US? "We have to think of our bodies as primitive objects." 38:13- HOW STRESS AFFECTS OUR BLOOD SUGAR The blood sugar rollercoaster and how it puts stress on the body When the body is in stress it does not want to make a baby 40:50- HOW IRREGULAR SLEEP CAN IMPACT BLOOD SUGAR The liver's role in blood sugar How exposure to light can have an effect on your blood sugar "The name of the game is we want to eliminate stress if we want to have a baby."  43:20- WHAT WE CAN DO TO BALANCE OUR BLOOD SUGAR Focusing on our diet (and tips on what to eat and what not to eat) "Keeping carbs low is the most important thing." A glucose meter (where we can buy one and how to use it) Recap of recommendations   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control. --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How to Optimize Sleep To Improve Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-sleep-to-improve-your-fertility/   How To Identify The Stressors That Impact Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-identify-the-stressors-that-impact-your-fertility/

Justine Altman joins us this week as we're digging into how the different types of stressors impact fertility. I know you are here right now because you want to have your baby. You may be feeling heartbroken, frustrated, angry, and sad. You’ve probably tried “all the things” read the books/blogs, listened to podcasts, and implemented strategies – but nothing has worked. And although it may feel like your next logical step is IVF. I’m here to tell you that it’s not your fault. Conventional medicine doesn’t seek to address the root cause of infertility. We get an infertility diagnosis and then are told that we need an expensive/invasive procedure to push our body to procreate. IVF takes an average of 3 cycles and a cost of $ 60,000 for a successful pregnancy. What I know for sure is that focusing on your health BEFORE you commit to IVF is NEVER a bad decision. You’ll either get pregnant naturally or improve the success of IVF. Your body is desperately trying to tell you something – let’s figure out what healing opportunities have been missed so that you can improve your chances of pregnancy success. Justine is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. Justine is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. She was diagnosed with POCS and struggled with infertility but after taking a functional approach was able to have both her children naturally. In this episode you'll learn: 1) The top stressors that impact fertility and what you can do to minimize your risk 2) How to address the stressors so that you can prepare for a successful pregnancy 3) Clues to look out for so that you can take simple steps to optimize your fertility --- TIMESTAMPS: 06:36- INTRO TO TODAY'S TOPIC 07:20- JUSTINE'S BIO 08:13- STRUCTURAL STRESS "If you are constantly in pain, that is a nod to stress." The impact of long-term pain Should you have a chiropractor? 12:01- ENVIRONMENTAL STRESS Switching out your personal care without being overwhelmed Looking at the water you are drinking and opting into organic food Filtering your air and using plants Paying attention to blue light and EMFs 15:55- MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL STRESSORS The impact of these stressors and getting support Paying attention to your triggers and getting your emotions off your chest Addressing past traumas and setting boundaries "Self-care is looking out for yourself first." 18:49- PHYSIOLOGICAL STRESSORS What may be normal in Western medicine is not normal from a functional approach "We have to reduce stress from every angle in order to improve it." The impact of medications Look at why your body is struggling and where the weak link is 24:47- SUCCESS STORY FOR FABFERTILE METHOD 26:50- WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON HAVING YOUR BABY IN 2021 "Coaching is what makes our program different." "There is always something to optimize." "Looking at the whole body, not just the diagnosis is key."   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control. --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Optimize Your Fertility By Including Your Partner:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-your-fertility-by-including-your-partner/   Three Reasons Your IVF Might Have Failed:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/3-reasons-why-your-ivf-might-have-failed/

Justine Altman joins us today as we’re digging into why sleep matters if you are TTC. It's day #2 of our fertility series. Be sure to check out yesterday's episode on diet so that you know which diet is right for you. We work with our clients for months on sleep. It is the cornerstone of good health and crucial to optimize fertility. If your sleep is poor this is a HUGE clue to dig deeper. So if your sleep is not optimal it’s time to prioritize sleep so that you can balance your hormones and restore your fertility. Justine is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. Justine is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. She was diagnosed with POCS and struggled with infertility but after taking a functional approach was able to have both her children naturally.   In this episode you'll learn: 1) Why sleep matters for fertility. When is the best time to go to bed? 2) What to do if you or your partner snores. 3) Steps to take tonight to prepare for a good sleep. 4) We discuss supplements such as melatonin and if they are helpful or harmful. 5) What it could mean if you can't fall asleep at night. --- TIMESTAMPS: 06:06- INTRO TO TODAY'S TOPIC 06:50- JUSTINE'S BIO 07:25- WHY DOES SLEEP MATTER FOR FERTILITY? Sleep cycles and what happens when you are waking up at certain times at night How our hormones are affected by disrupted sleep patterns 10:19- THE IMPORTANCE OF SLEEP BEFORE MIDNIGHT But what if you are a night owl? Do grownups need a bedtime? 12:17- WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU ARE SNORING? 13:18- OTHER NIGHTTIME ROUTINE RECOMMENDATIONS Why the furniture in your room matters Eliminating electronics and blue light "Any amount of light tells our melatonin to go down" Reducing caffeine 17:08- WHAT ABOUT MELETONIE SUPPLEMENTS? "Remove anything that is stimulating before bed." "If you get better sleep, you are healthier, and a healthier person has better chances with IVF, period." "Supplements are no good if you do not have a healthy diet." Other natural options for improving sleep. Getting to the root of WHY you are not sleeping 21:30- ACTIVE GUT BUGS AND WHY WE SHOULD TEST FOR THEM How our body's stress can be elevated at night because of gut bugs 23:55- SUCCESS STORY FOR FABFERTILE METHOD 25:46- WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON HAVING YOUR BABY IN 2021 "If you have issues with your sleep, that is a clue."   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control. --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Optimize Your Fertility By Including Your Partner:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-your-fertility-by-including-your-partner/   Three Reasons Your IVF Might Have Failed:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/3-reasons-why-your-ivf-might-have-failed/

Justine Altman joins us today as we’re digging into how diet impacts fertility. It's day #1 of our fertility series. Over the next 3 days, you'll be receiving actionable steps that you can implement right now so that you can prepare your body for a baby. Diet is one of our favorite topics and it is so impactful for fertility. So many are eating generalized diets that may even harm our fertility. Or we’re completely overwhelmed with the diet recommendations that we don’t even know which diet is right for us. This episode is for you if you are ready to finally figure out what you should eat to optimize your fertility. Justine is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. Justine is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. She was diagnosed with POCS and struggled with infertility but after taking a functional approach was able to have both her children naturally. In this episode you'll learn: 1) How to focus on nutrient-dense foods. We discuss a typical dinner. Plus how much water is the right amount? 2) Which foods may be harmful to our fertility. How to figure out which foods we need to avoid. 3) Why fat is not the enemy and how to ensure you are consuming enough protein. 4) Themes we see with low AMH, POI/POF, DOR with regards to diet and how to optimize your chances of conceiving naturally --- TIMESTAMPS:   06:33- WHY ARE WE TALKING ABOUT DIET?  07:00- JUSTINE'S BIO 08:07- THE IMPORTANCE OF DRINKING WATER Drinking enough water: How much should we have? The importance of your water being filtered 09:25 THE IMPORTANCE OF NUTRIENT DENCE FOODS The harm of "nutrient-weak" foods Deciding where your calories are coming from "Eating nutrient-dense doesn't have to be fancy" Example of a meal you can eat 13:50- THE ELIMINATION DIET & REDUCING INFLAMMATION "If your body is trying to survive it is not going to procreate" The importance of your partner making these changes as well Why the food you don't want to let go of might be the one you are intolerant to Inflammatory foods psychological hold on us The importance of having support and being coached through this process 20:20: THE POWER OF GOING "GRAIN-FREE" "Almost all grain cause some level of inflammation" How grains have changed throughout history and how our bodies are not designed to break them down  22:55- THE IMPORTANCE OF HEALTHY FATS AND PROTEINS The ratios we need for fats and proteins in our diets "Fats are the building blocks for hormones." The individualization of each person's ideal diet 26:55- OUR OVERCONSUMPTIOON OF GLUTEN What happens if you are sensitive to gluten and over consuming it What to do if you see signs you have a sensitivity to foods 29:30- SUCCESS STORY FOR FABFERTILE METHOD 33:30: WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON HAVING YOUR BABY IN 2021   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control. --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! 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Monika Friedman joins us this week as we’re digging into how to improve the chances of conception in your 40’s with low AMH/High FSH. If you are reading this right now you are ready to get pregnant and have your baby. If you were anything like me when I was going through infertility you are planning your next steps. But what if what you’ve been told about low Anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) or follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and age is wrong? Today we are debunking the top 3 myths about AMH/FSH and how to improve pregnancy success in our 40’s. I’m excited to welcome Monika Friedman to the podcast. Monika is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is one of our Fertility Coaches and an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. Monika is a Fertility Coach helping professional women increase their chances of getting pregnant with less anxiety and more joy along the way. She is a 4-time IVF warrior, a yoga teacher, and a working mom with an MBA and 15 years of corporate experience under her belt. In this episode you’ll learn: 1) What to do next if you have low AMH/high FSH in your 40’s 2) What do low AMH/high FSH really mean for your chances of conception? 3) We debunk the top 3 fertility myths around Low AMH and how to prepare for a successful pregnancy. --- TIMESTAMPS: 05:47- INTRO TO MONIKA FRIEDMAN & TODAY'S TOPIC 06:55- MONIKA'S FERTILITY JOURNEY  The emotional toll of infertility It is ok to question your doctor "We don't have to walk this journey alone."   09:30- WHAT DO WE DO WHEN WE GET A LOW AMH DIAGNOSIS? What we can do to improve our egg quality "Don't let your AMH define you."   Getting pregnant with low AMH The personal decision of going with donor eggs 17:12 THE THREE FERTILITY MYTHS AROUND LOW AMH Low AMH is an indicator of egg quality  If I can only increase my AMH it will lower FSH Your biological age equals your chronological age Improving your fertility through lifestyle "Trust the process and trust the universe" 25:55- DIET AND LIFESTYLE CHANGES FOR GENETICS "We can impact our cellular health" The power we have changing our lifestyle Personalization of YOUR plan Being patient and taking at least three months to focus on health "Take this lifestyle change as an opportunity to become friends with your body."   Why compassion was the biggest lesson she learned in her fertility journey "Be kind to yourself." 37:30- THOUGHTS ABOUT DHEA & THE IMPORTANCE OF TESTING 39:30- EXERCISE IF YOU ARE TRYING TO GET PREGNANT Avoiding high intensity and working out as if you were pregnant Exercise to help with your mood   42:45- ENVIRONMENTAL TOXINS "Start step by step. Baby steps will do it." You are not just preparing for egg health, you are preparing for pregnancy. "Progress not perfection." A drastic decrease in sperm count due to environmental toxins 46:47- MONIKA'S FAVORITE RESOURCES 48:38- MONIKA'S SUCCESS STORY "Work with your body." "There is so much more to this fertility game than just getting pregnant"   --- Download your Free Guide - 3 Researched Ways To Boost Your Fertility Today: https://www.monikafriedman.com/free-tools --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control. --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Optimize Your Fertility By Including Your Partner:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-your-fertility-by-including-your-partner/   Why You Need To Know This If You Have POI/POF and Low AMH - https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-you-need-to-know-this-if-you-have-pof-poi-and-low-amh/

Dr. Ralph Esposito joins us today as we’re digging into improving sperm health. As you may know, we support couples that are struggling with low AMH, premature ovarian failure/insufficiency, or diminished ovarian reserve get pregnant naturally or improve their chances of success with IVF. Most couples we have worked with have experienced at least 1 failed round of IVF and it’s heartbreaking, expensive and many times IVF is not even needed. And before they embark on another expensive IVF cycle they want to optimize their chances of getting pregnant naturally and really focus on their preconception health. Our clients tell us all the time how “life-changing” our Fab Fertile Method is to help them finally take targeted action steps so they can have a successful pregnancy. But how can we optimize the health of the male partner? After all, it takes two to have a baby! What you may not know is that we also help with male factor infertility because our Fab Fertile Method works for both men and women. Many times we see couples that are both struggling with fertility issues. Today I’m excited to welcome Dr. Ralph Esposito to the podcast. He is a naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, and functional medicine practitioner specializing in integrative urology, men’s health, and hormonal health. He has trained at NYU Integrative and Functional Urology Center and also holds a position as an adjunct professor at New York University where he lectures on integrative medicine. In this episode you’ll learn: 1) The difference between sperm count, motility, and morphology. The optimum amount of sperm, plus the reason for the declining sperm count worldwide. 2) How oxidative stress impacts sperm health (i.e. tobacco, prescription drugs, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), and more). 3) Impact of autoimmune disease on sperm. Plus we talk about chronic infections and what this could mean for male factor infertility. 4) What low testosterone and low cholesterol really mean for sperm health. Low vitamin D and implications for sperm. 5) Specific diet and lifestyle recommendations to improve sperm health. --- TIMESTAMPS: 06:05- DR. RALPHESPOSITO'S BIO   07:12- HIS JOURNEY AND WHAT LEAD HIM TO THIS WORK 09:00- SPERM COUNT, MOTILITY AND MORPHOLOGY What are we looking for? What is optimal or normal? "Higher doesn't always mean better (sperm count)" 14:02- WHY HAS THERE BEEN A SIGNIFICANT DECREASE IN SPERM COUNT? The impact of environmental toxins, obesity, and insolence resistance "Your sperm is sensitive to oxidative damage" "Optimal is different than normal." 16:00- OXIDATIVE DAMAGE AND THE IMPACT ON SPERM Lead exposure and how our lifestyle is contributing to it 21:00-  WHAT IS VARICOCELE? Why the testicles need to stay cool and why that's important for fertility Why there should be a testicle examination when there is a complaint of infertility 25:00- PERSPRICTION DRUGS AND THEIR IMPACT ON INFERTILITY Stimulant drugs, prescriptions for epilepsy, depressants, etc. 28:00- HOW DOES AGE IMPACT SPERM? 29:45- UNDIAGNOSED AUTO-IMMUNE DISEASE AND IMPACT ON FERTILITY 31:33- INFECTIONS AND IMPACT ON MALE FERTILITY The role of prostate in infertility Low libido and it impacts on conceiving  34:22- LOW CHOLESTEROL AND SPERM HEALTH It's not about finding a drug to fix it but changing your lifestyle Low testosterone and estrogen  38:38- BODY FAT AND HOW THAT IMPACTS SPERM HEALTH Glucose monitoring 40:33- LOW VITAMIN D'S CORRELATION WITH SPERM HEALTH 43:00- WHAT IS HIS APPROACH TO ADDRESSING MALE FACTOR INFERTILITY? The importance of sleep-  "Sleep is necessary." Eliminating inflammatory foods Which acupuncture points does he focus on? "I eliminate most inflammatory foods from the diet"   48:25- DR. RALPHESPOSITO'S RECOMMENDATIONS 48:48- SUCCESS STORY   --- If you are struggling with painful sex, vaginal dryness, urnine leaks or simply want to deepen your passion and intimacy grab your FREE 7 day Trial of Julva here (seriously it is a game changer): https://dranna.grsm.io/sarahclark473-JulvaTrialPack ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Optimize Your Fertility By Including Your Partner:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-your-fertility-by-including-your-partner/   How To Improve Male Factor Infertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-improve-male-factor-infertility/

Caitlin Townsend joins us today as we're digging into how to cook foods that are good for your fertility. Let’s face it changing our diet can be challenging. Our regular go-to snacks and food items may no longer match our new lifestyle. We may feel that eating healthy for our fertility means chopping all day in the kitchen – but it doesn’t have to be that way. Before you embark on a change – it’s important to establish your WHY. If you are here right now – it’s to prepare your body for a baby with your partner. Yep, we’re in this together. And does it suck giving up your favorite foods – yes it does (I’ve been there). But after eating the standard western diet for years and literally seeing my health crash, what I know for sure is what we place on our fork every day is critical for our health...especially our preconception health. So if you are looking for easy options that don’t have you spending all day in the kitchen, I’m excited to welcome Caitlin Townsend to the podcast. Caitlin is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner as well as a Chef trained at The Culinary Institute of America. This episode is for you if: - You are ready to start the elimination diet and/or the AIP (autoimmune protocol diet) but you have no idea what you’ll eat (hint it’s not about starvation) - You want to eat delicious food that doesn’t take hours to make (who doesn’t – and yes it’s possible). - You’re stuck in a rut and sick of making the same old “fertility-friendly” foods – that don’t satisfy your cravings. In this episode you’ll learn: 1) How to make eating the right foods for fertility actually taste good and satisfies your cravings. 2) How do we save time so that we don’t spend all day in the kitchen. 3) Easy options for the elimination diet (check out episode – How and Why To Do The Elimination Diet) and AIP diet. 4) Fast breakfast/lunch/dinner ideas and snack options that will keep you satiated. 5) Keeping your blood sugar stable is KEY for fertility our top foods to keep you from getting “hangry”. Grab your free download –Herbal Coffee recipe - http://bit.ly/nbcherbalcoffee   TIMESTAMPS:   6:05- INTRO TO CAITLIN AND TODAY'S TOPIC  6:47- CAITLIN'S FERTILITY JOURNEY 10:22- WHAT CAITLIN ATE LAST NIGHT AND HER "15 MINUTE" PRACTICE 12:00 HOW DO WE MAKE EATING HEALTHY TASTE GOOD? Why buying local and seasonally will make food taste better Adding herbs and spices (and her favorite combinations) 15:00-DEBUNKING THE MYTH THAT HEALTHY EATING TAKES LONGER Tips for saving time cooking healthy meals The difference between a crockpot and Instapot 18:09- MEAL IDEAS FOR FOOD ALLERGIES Breakfast ideas and rethinking what we are accustomed to Lunch & dinner ideas (with a fun Lamb recipe!) 26:45- CAST IRON 101- WHICH ONE SHOULD YOU HAVE? 28:20- WHAT YOU CAN EAT ON THE AIP DIET Break down different meal ideas on the AIP Roasted veggies 101 The importance of exploring and trying different things 38:15- HOW CAN WE MAKE OUR FAVORITE MEALS HEALTHY? Italian, Mexican, and American meal substitution ideas 43:40- HEALTHY SOUP AND STEW IDEAS 45:08- FAVORITE HEALTHY DESSERTS Chocolate substitutions  47:57- HEALTHY SNACK OPTIONS How to use chickpeas in cookies 50:00- WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARE HANGRY What we can do to keep ourselves from getting as hungry 51:10- CAITLIN'S RECOMMENDATIONS 52:36- CAITLIN'S SUCCESS STORY 54:00- CAITLIN'S COFFEE ALTERNATIVE RECIPE   --- If you are struggling with painful sex, vaginal dryness, urnine leaks or simply want to deepen your passion and intimacy grab your FREE 7 day Trial of Julva here (seriously it is a game changer): https://dranna.grsm.io/sarahclark473-JulvaTrialPack ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   What You Need To Know About The Elimination Diet if Your Are TTC:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-elimination-diet-if-you-are-ttc/   Getting Pregnant Naturally With The AIP Diet:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/getting-pregnant-naturally-with-the-auto-immune-protocol/

But what I didn’t realize and what I now know for sure is that my body was desperately trying to tell me something. Although I was able to conceive my kids with donor eggs my postpartum period was not good. That’s why addressing our preconception health NOW helps us have a much more positive postpartum experience. Because although we are single-mindedly focused on having our baby, the more we can optimize our health the better we are able to take care of our baby. Today I'm welcoming Brandy Buskow back to the podcast. She is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Transformational Health Coach and EFT Practitioner. This episode is for you: Feel like running out of time and in a panic to conceive Tried everything and not sure why it’s not working so IVF seems like the next logical step Don't know how to optimize postpartum health In this episode you'll learn: 1) Why postpartum health is an important consideration before you are trying to conceive. 2) How epigenetics impact our pregnancy and baby. Is infertility being passed on to the next generation? 3) The impact of children’s health and the rising epidemic of childhood disease - why it's essential to take a step back to take one giant leap forward. 4) Increased risk of autoimmunity after pregnancy for the mother (i.e. Hashimoto's, Celiac, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Irritable Bowel Disease) 5) Themes we see with secondary infertility and why this matters if you are TTC. 6) Steps we can take right now to optimize preconception health --- TIMESTAMPS:   05:56- INTRO TO BRANDY AND TODAY'S TOPIC 07:10- WHY THIS IS AN IMPORTANT ISSUE & OUR PERSONAL STORIES How many women have issues with postpartum but there is a stigma around it 10:36- WHY IS POSTPARTUM HEALTH IMPORTANT BEFORE YOU CONCEIVE? The stress pregnancy puts on your body and taking that seriously Pre-conception health and how it is effecting your children postpartum 13:40- EPIGENETICS Infertility getting passed on through generations "The health of your grandmother will affect the health of your child." Identifying what is in your control and working on environmental exposures "You can only control what you can control." Child spacing and giving your body time to health The overuse of antibiotics & C-SECTION TRENDS 18:58- TOXICITIES IN OUR ENVIRONMENT & HOW THAT IS AFFECTING OUR HEALTH The impact our cultural lifestyles are having on our children Increased disease trends in future generations 22:17- AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE AFTER PREGNANCY & SECONDARY INFERTILITY Being pregnant has a major toll on your body There are things you can do and paying attention to symptoms "Allow your body to fully heal." 27:45- NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCY POSTPARTUM How postpartum recovery is effected by nutrient deficiencies "There are no negative side effects of working on your health." 31:08- SECONDARY INFERTILITY THEMES 33:15- VAGINAL BIRTHS, C-SECTIONS, & IMMUNITY TO DISEASE The importance of breastfeeding (if you can) Getting probiotics into your children Feeling free to ask your doctor more questions "We are the only ones that can advocate for our children." What you can do if you have a C-Section and taking control over what you can control 39:40- MENTAL HEALTH AND NOT BEATING YOURSELF UP 44:00- NUTRITION AND LIFESTYLE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR POSTPARTUM The importance of nutrient-dense food for recovery Why this is NOT the time to diet and try to lose your baby weight Taking Food sensitivities seriously  "It's important to ask for help." 47:00- HOW CAN THE FABFERTILE METHOD HELP?     --- If you are struggling with painful sex, vaginal dryness, urnine leaks or simply want to deepen your passion and intimacy grab your FREE 7 day Trial of Julva here (seriously it is a game changer): https://dranna.grsm.io/sarahclark473-JulvaTrialPack ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Get Pregnant With Secondary Infertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-with-secondary-infertility/   What You Need To Know About Gluten And Infertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-gluten-and-infertility/

Samantha Kellgren joins us today as we’re digging into how to know which exercise is right for you when you are TTC. Figuring out what is the best exercise routine when you are trying to conceive can be confusing. We hear questions about this all the time. How much cardio should you do? Does exercise impact implantation? Does exercise impact your ability to get pregnant? That’s why our Fab Fertile Method includes a consult with an exercise coach so that we can determine what is the best exercise for each client. It’s about finding the right type of exercise for your body. And once we figure out what is the right type of exercise then our coaching system holds you accountable so that you can keep on track so that you don’t over-exercise or under exercise. I’m excited to welcome Samantha Kellgren to the podcast. She has a background in personal training (NASM) and runs coaching (RRCA) and practices now as an ACE certified health coach focused on improving women’s relationship with exercise and themselves. Samantha provides exercise consultation in our Couples Coaching Program. In this episode you'll learn: 1) Why movement is so important for health and fertility. We discuss blood sugar, cortisol, weight loss, relaxation, sleep, and energy levels. 2) The top mistakes we see movement for fertility 3) What holds people back from exercise and strategies take action. 4) Is running or high-intensity cardio recommended when we are TTC. 5) How often should we exercise each week to optimize our fertility 6) Favourite types of exercise for fertility and which exercises we need to avoid. 7) What types of exercise can be done before IUI/IVF --- TIMESTAMPS: 5:48-  SAMANTHA KELLGREN'S BIO 07:09- INTRO TO TODAY'S TOPIC 08:10- WHY IS MOVEMENT IMPORTANT FOR FERTILITY? Mental health and stress relief "Your healthy body weight isn't always your goal body weight." 09:47- COMMON MISTAKES WE SEE WITH MOVEMENT AND FERTILITY Why sometimes there is too much of a good thing Not providing your body with adequate rest Why during this time we shouldn't be focused on fat loss   12:04 WHAT HOLDS US BACK FROM EXERCISE AND MOVEMENT? How does exercise affect our immune system? Are you giving yourself enough calories and water? Crippled by too much information about fertility and working out Letting go of your "all or nothing" thinking with exercise  Motivation working out and utilizing accountability  16:27- DEALING WITH THE BOREDOM OF EXERCISE Finding something that you enjoy doing "Any movement is better than no movement."  Finding an instructor you enjoy  18:03- WHAT IF YOU ARE TIERED? Using a timer to tell if you are tired or just avoiding it 19:06- HOW MUCH MONEY DO YOU NEED TO INVEST? Strength training and just using your body weight Using resistance bands 21:00- SHOULD WE RUN IF WE ARE TRYING TO GET PREGNANT? The negative impact of running too much and not focusing on your nutrition "Pay really close attention to your cycles." "Make sure you are replenishing everything you are losing." The addiction or running and listening to your body   23:40- HOW LONG SHOULD WE EXERCISE IF WE ARE TRYING TO GET PREGNANT? Focusing on intensity levels instead of time 25:00 DIFFERENT TYPES OF EXERCISE FOR FERTILITY Walking, yoga, strength training, etc The difference between a brisk and purposeful walk 27:07: TIME RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EXERCISE  28:00- WHAT IF YOU HAVE AN IUI OR IVF COMING UP? "Gentle movement is key Do what feels good." 29:15- SHOULD WE BE TRACKING STEPS? Being obsessive with it APP recommendations 32:26- HOW WE CAN BECOME LESS SEDENTARY Finding a time frame that works for YOUR schedule Trying different things and not thinking exercise has to look one way Why accountability is IMPORTANT and worth investing in (a coach) "It isn't all or nothing." Incorporating movement during the day Using playlists to help you enjoy and time your workouts Using rewards and cues  40:45- FAVORITE APPS FOR WORKOUTS Removing thought and hesitancy Using challenges for motivation Finding accountability and while balancing not being obsessive --- If you are struggling with painful sex, vaginal dryness, urnine leaks or simply want to deepen your passion and intimacy grab your FREE 7 day Trial of Julva here (seriously it is a game changer): https://dranna.grsm.io/sarahclark473-JulvaTrialPack ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Get Pregnant With Secondary Infertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-with-secondary-infertility/   Why You Need To Know This if You Have Unexplained Infertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-you-need-to-know-this-if-you-have-unexplained-infertility/

Justine Altman joins Sarah Clark today to dig into secondary infertility and what steps you need to take to get pregnant naturally. Dealing with secondary infertility is equally as difficult as primary infertility. You may even feel more alone because society tells you, “shouldn’t you be happy for the one you have?” If visualize another child in your family, but it’s not working this is heartbreaking and often we feel the added pressure to give our child a sibling. We’re talking about a functional approach to secondary infertility and healing opportunities that we see that are regularly missed. Whether you struggled to have your first or had no problems conceiving when we address the underlying reasons as to why it’s not working we can prepare our body in the best way get pregnant naturally. Today I'm welcoming Justine Altman back to the podcast. Justine is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. Justine is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. She was diagnosed with POCS and struggled with infertility but after taking a functional approach was able to have both her children naturally. In today's episode you'll learn: 1) What to expect after breastfeeding. How long does it for the period to return to normal 2) What are some clues to examine during the postpartum period that could help us figure out why we are struggling to conceive or carry to term. 3) Why including your partner is essential for your success. Why focusing on the infertility diagnosis keeps you stuck and how to know your next steps. 4) Themes we see with secondary infertility (i.e. chronic stress, autoimmune disease, thyroid dysfunction, low sperm counts, POI, PCOS, and more. 5) The emotional issues with secondary infertility (i.e. stigma, judgment, guilt, pressure, and self-blame. 6) How to deal with uncomfortable discussions such as "when are you having your next child?" TIMESTAMPS:   05:56- INTRO TO JUSTINE ALTMAN   7:00- INTRO TO SECONDARY INFERTILITY   8:05- DISCLAIMER   08:20- WHAT IS SECONDARY INFERTILITY?   9:22- NURSING AND BREASTFEEDING: WHEN DO PERIODS COME BACK? Should your period come back IMMEDIATELY after you stop breastfeeding? How your body's resources are depleted after having a baby 13:57- POSTPARTUM CLUES AND HEALING OPPORTUNITIES Is anything off with your hormones or cycle? What is normal with sleep deprivation and fatigue? Thyroid issues in postpartum Other symptoms including stress, dry skin, and brittle nails 20:27- POSTPARTUM MOOD: WHAT IS NORMAL? It can be "common" but it's not normal Involving your partner- it's not just YOU preparing for a baby Not focusing on the diagnosis but looking at the whole body 24:51- THEMES IN SECONDARY INFERTILITY: CHRONIC STRESS Chronic Stress: The "perfect storm" of stressors after having a baby Setting realistic expectations to reduce stress and asking for help "Ultimately we want to reduce stress by eating foods that don't add stressors on the body" The physical demands on your body after having a baby and how that affects fertility 32:00- THEMES IN SECONDARY INFERTILITY: AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE The functional approach to HEAL autoimmune disease Reducing stress heals the gut Why the diagnosis doesn't usually matter in functional medicine 35:35 OTHER THEMES IN SECONDARY INFERTILITY  Sperm issues, C-Section scaring, etc "Everything in the body is connected."   39:02- JUDGEMENT AND LESS EMPATHY WITH SECONDARY INFERTILITY When one partner wants another child and the other doesn't The importance of finding emotional support Why self-care really can make a difference and finding HOPE 42:40- DEALING WITH THE PRESSURE AND MINDFULNESS Pressure from your current child to have another baby Dealing with guilt and realizing its not your fault Not being emotionally present with your current child/children Mindfulness and EMT to stay present and reduce stress "No amount of worry will give us a baby." Using "Worry Time" to reduce stress Responding when others ask, "When are you going to have another child?" "Educate those around you." 50:38- FREE CALL WITH SARAH AND HEAR HOW WE CAN HELP YOU --- If you are struggling with painful sex, vaginal dryness, urnine leaks or simply want to deepen your passion and intimacy grab your FREE 7 day Trial of Julva here (seriously it is a game changer): https://dranna.grsm.io/sarahclark473-JulvaTrialPack ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our hearts. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Everything You Need To Know About the Functional Approach tto POI:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-functional-approach-to-pof-poi/   Everything You Need To Know About EFT if you are TTC:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-eft-if-you-are-ttc/

Brandy Buskow joins us today as we are digging into DUTCH 101 and what it means for fertility. You may have been told that your hormones are imbalanced and that your only option is IUI/IVF. Or that you have poor egg health, low AMH, diminished ovarian reserve, premature ovarian insufficiency and that there is nothing that can be done to optimize your fertility – so donor eggs are your only answer. But do you know WHY there is an imbalance? When we address the stressors in your body such as food sensitivity, gut infections, environmental toxin exposure, mental emotional stress, thyroid imbalance, blood sugar imbalance the body begins to heal. Because if your body is under attack it wants to survive not procreate. As part of our Fab Fertile Method we include functional testing (i.e. food sensitivity, hormone, stool and hair) so that we can develop a customized protocol to help prepare your body for a baby. When we myopically look at our egg health, hormones or focus entirely on our infertility diagnosis, we miss crucial healing opportunities. The DUTCH test is one of our favourite functional tests. It looks at your hormones using urine and provides an extensive profile of sex and adrenal hormones, melatonin along with their metabolites. I'm excited to welcome Brandy Buskow back to the podcast. Brandy is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is our Clinical Advisor and an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. She is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Transformational Health Coach and EFT Practitioner. In this episode you'll learn: 1) What it means when your melatonin is low and the connection to gut health. Why continuing to supplement without correcting the root cause doesn’t work. 2) What your cortisol (stress hormone) means for fertility and steps you can take right now. Especially important if you have been under chronic stress. 3) We discuss estrogen dominance (PMS, anxiety, anger, bloating etc.) how the DUTCH test helps to give us clues for healing. 4) We dig into low estrogen (which may be the case for low AMH, high FSH, low ovarian reserve…BUT may not be the case for all women with this diagnosis). How the DUTCH test goes deeper and shows us what is actually happening with estrogen levels. Why supplementing with DHEA for low ovarian reserve may not be the best option. Follow along as we review the DUTCH test. Download the DUTCH we discuss during the podcast. --- TIMESTAMPS 06:25- BRANDY'S BIO 08:10- WHAT IS THE DUTCH TEST? What do the numbers mean? And why do they look like a dial? The hormones that the test look at 10:15- WHY WE USE TESTING AND WHY IT'S IMPORTANT BEFORE SUPPLEMENTING "Test don't guess." 11:30- GOING THROUGH AN EXAMPLE OF RESULTS "Your estrogen doesn't need to be super high to have estrogen dominance" What if you were told donor eggs are your only option? Why should we test? The importance of asking WHY there is an imbalance in the first place? 15:20- MEASURING PROGESTERONE 16:20- MEASURING TESTOSTERONE Some of the reasons for low testosterone (blood sugar imbalance, toxins, etc) Importance of diet and how that effects testosterone 19:40- LEAKY GUT & FOOD SENSITIVITIES 20:45- MEASURING CORTISOL Stress' impact on the body and the importance of looking at our lifestyle Tests used before the Dutch test and what sets the Dutch test apart "Adrenal fatigue" and how cortisol imbalance effects sleep 25:50- LOOKING AT A REAL LIFE EXAMPLE OF CORTISOL LEVELS 28:00- TAKING THE TIME TO ALLOW YOUR BODY TO HEAL "Look at the whole body to heal." 30:34- MEASURING DHEA DHEA is a precursor hormone so sometimes it's easy to supplement, but should we? What can interfere with conversion of hormones (the importance of testing!) 35:00- HOW TESTERONE BREAKS DOWN (PAGE THREE OF THE DUTCH) 37:25- HOW ESTROGEN BREAKS DOWN (PAGE THREE OF THE DUTCH) The break down and roles of E1, E2, and E3 The pathways estrogen and the role of the liver How to know if you are detoxing correctly and what we can do to support proper detoxification Should you take DIM? 47:52- MEASURING MELATONIN (PAGE 5) Should we supplement melatonin? Why would someone have low melatonin? Properly preparing your body for sleep (and why that matters) Why is melatonin important? How does gut infections affect melatonin? What if you have taken melatonin for years? 55:50- CORTISOL VS.CORTISONE 56:50- HOW TO WORK WITH US AND TAKE YOUR OWN TEST   --- If you are struggling with painful sex, vaginal dryness, urnine leaks or simply want to deepen your passion and intimacy grab your FREE 7 day Trial of Julva here (seriously it is a game changer): https://dranna.grsm.io/sarahclark473-JulvaTrialPack ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   The DUTCH test and Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/the-dutch-test-and-fertility/   Everything You Need To Know About the Functional Approach tto POI:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-functional-approach-to-pof-poi/  

Naomi Woolfson joins us today as we’re digging into how to deal with trauma when you are TTC. Going through the fertility journey can be traumatic – it affects every aspect of your life. From your finances, relationships, social life, and joy this journey can bring up all the emotions. But how do we know if we have trauma – what are the signs? I’m excited to welcome Naomi Woolfson, founder of Embrace Fertility. In this episode you'll learn: 1) What constitutes trauma. What does trauma do to the body? 2) How to know if you have trauma (We talk about the signs) 3) How anger fits in with trauma (i.e. what is actually under the anger). What if we numb our trauma – by repressing our emotions (ie shopping, overeating, overworking). 4) What we can do to release trauma so that we can begin healing.   TIMESTAMPS:   05:49- INTRO TO NAOMI WOOLFSON AND TODAY'S TOPIC   06:30- NAOMI'S STORY OF INFERTILITY  After experiencing a mind/body program her entire life changed "Getting pregnant wasn't the only way to feel better."   08:05: INTRO TO THE MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL TRAUMA OF INFERTILITY Often there is a healing opportunity that is missed ( addressing mind/body/spirit) What IS trauma?  Trauma is can be physical and/or emotional 10:57:  WHAT DOES TRAUMA DO TO THE BODY? Something is traumatic if it is PERCEIVED traumatic A research study that was done comparing infertility with symptoms of PTSD "Although infertility isn't life-threatening, it still threatens your life." 13:50: SIGNS OF TRAUMA Triggers as a sign of trauma 15:54: WHY IS IMPORTANT TO ADDRESS THE TRAUMA IF YOU ARE TRYING TO CONCEIVE? The stress trauma places on the body and what extreme stress does to the body Unhealthy coping strategies that have a negative effect on your pre-conception health How getting a diagnosis can be traumatic/hearing professionals say there is no hope 20:20: HOW DOES ANGER FIT INTO TRAUMA? The stages of grief and their similarities with stages of trauma Unhealthy ways of coping and how we all have our own unique style "We want our lifestyle to support our fertility."  Embracing the emotions that come from infertility 25:29: EXPERIENCING POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH FROM TRAUMA What we can gain from experiencing trauma 28:32: HOW DO WE RELEASE TRAUMA? One of the simplest tools we can use What purpose does crying have? Are there other ways to release emotion? How dancing can release trauma and trapped emotions (Qoya dance) What if you cannot cry?  38:24: NAOMI'S RECOMMENDED RESOURCES 40:44: NAOMI'S SUCCESS STORY 44:22: CONNECT WITH NAOMI    --- If you are struggling with painful sex, vaginal dryness, urnine leaks or simply want to deepen your passion and intimacy grab your FREE 7 day Trial of Julva here (seriously it is a game changer): https://dranna.grsm.io/sarahclark473-JulvaTrialPack ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:     Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Recognize Your Patterns And Why This Matters If You Are TTC:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-recognize-your-patterns-and-why-this-matters-if-you-are-ttc/   Everything You Need To Know About EFT if You Are TTC:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-eft-if-you-are-ttc/

Today we’re digging into how to optimize success with donor eggs. As you may know, I had both my children with donor eggs. Years later I discovered the root cause of my POI was food sensitivity, gut infection, and chronic stress. Our Fab Fertile Method helps couples with low AMH, POI/POF, DOR get pregnant naturally or increase success with their own eggs with IVF. But what if you are ready to move to donor eggs? This is a very personal decision and because of my experience with donor eggs, I’m uniquely positioned to offer support. We’ve helped many couples get pregnant with donor eggs and have a happy and healthy pregnancy. Even if you’ve selected donor eggs there is still a 50% chance of success. And with such a huge financial and emotional investment it is crucial to dig into missed healing opportunities BEFORE you have your treatment so that you can increase your chances of a successful pregnancy. This episode is for you: You have decided donor eggs are your best option to get pregnant and have your baby. You’re concerned about the emotional aspect of donor eggs (bonding/how to tell your child). You‘re not sure what to do to optimize your success with donor eggs. In this episode you'll learn: 1) My experience with donor eggs. I go into detail about selecting a donor and what I wished I had done differently. 2) I discuss my top tips to optimize your success (i.e. which diet is right for donor eggs, why gut health matters, how to minimize exposure with environmental toxins, and strategies to deal with mental/emotional stress. 3) Whether to tell people about your decision or keep it private, will you bond with the baby, how do you tell your child, and what the process was like (I share my personal experience) so that you can do what feels right for you. 4) I review in detail a case study with one of our clients with a successful donor egg transfer and how we optimized preconception health so that she could get pregnant. --- TIMESTAMPS:   7:07- DISCLAIMER AND INTRO INTO TODAY'S TOPIC 7:41- SARAH'S FERTILITY JOURNEY AND EXPERIENCE WITH DONOR EGGS Being put on birth control, later to be taken off and experiencing issues with cycle Being diagnosed with POI and being told the only option for pregnancy was donor eggs The journey of selecting donor eggs for both her children Walking through successful and unsuccessful transfers Postpartum period depression, anxiety, and rage Slow changes Sarah made to her diet and lifestyle, including addressing chronic stress "Infertility was my wakeup call." 19:55- ONCE YOU HAVE MADE THE DECISION TO GO FOR DONOR EGGS There is peace for those who have made that decision But it is still important to understand the underlying issues 20:35- TOP TIPS FOR OPTIMIZING SUCCESS WITH DONOR EGGS 20:42- DIET FOR OPTIMIZING SUCCESS WITH DONOR EGGS     It's about figuring out the diet that is right for you Food can be a stressor on the body Reducing inflammation for both partners through the elimination diet Themes we see with different food sensitivities and various tests we use If you have an autoimmune disease it is key to look at diet "Diet does matter." 25:00 GUT HEALTH FOR OPTIMIZING SUCCESS WITH DONOR EGGS   The health of your gut is linked to your hormone health 26:02- ELIMINATING ENVIRONMENTAL TOXINS How to address this without making it overwhelming! Looking at EMF's and small things we can do to protect ourselves 28:35- EMOTIONAL ASPECTS OF USING DONOR EGGS Visualize it working "The mental and emotional side is key." The importance of having support and addressing trauma  30:50- WILL I BE ABLE TO BOND WITH MY CHILD? The personal decision of whether or not to tell your child Why my goal as been to not make it about me Understanding the power of the mind and breaking free of shame 36:17- CASE STUDY Two busy professionals who discovered food sensitivities Where able to optimize their gut health and work on stress The first IVF with donor eggs was a success! 38:38- FABFERTILE PROTOCOL "You cannot out supplement the basics." Why the FabFertile method INCLUDES your partner 42:30-  NEXT STEPS FOR YOU There is no downside to working on your health If you are ready to take a targeted approach to your success book a free call   ---   If you are struggling with painful sex, vaginal dryness, urnine leaks or simply want to deepen your passion and intimacy grab your FREE 7 day Trial of Julva here (seriously it is a game changer): https://dranna.grsm.io/sarahclark473-JulvaTrialPack ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:     Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Why You Need To Know This if You Have POF/POI and low AMH:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-you-need-to-know-this-if-you-have-pof-poi-and-low-amh/     How To Get Pregnant Naturally with low AMH, DOR or POF/POI:  https://getpregnant.libsyn.com/website/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-diminished-ovarian-reserve-or-pof

Dr. Anna Cabeca joins us today as we’re digging into how to heal naturally if you have premature ovarian insufficiency. When I was diagnosed with premature ovarian failure/insufficiency (POF/POI) at 28 I was told my only options were donor eggs. I had no idea that underlying stressors both physical and mental/emotional were contributing to my infertility. Fortunately, I was able to have both my children with donor eggs – but years later my health really began to suffer. What I now know for sure is that crucial healing opportunities were missed for me. I see this all the time when we work with clients in our Fab Fertile Coaching program. It is not about focusing on the POF/POI diagnosis. Conventional medicine offers very few solutions for POF/POI. It’s either IVF (we’re given a very low chance of success) or donor eggs. The functional approach addresses the healing opportunities (they are different for everyone and very individualized) and restores balance to the body. Because if your body is under attack it wants to survive not to procreate. I’m excited to welcome Dr. Anna Cabeca, Emory University-trained and triple board-certified in gynecology and obstetrics, integrative medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. Dr. Cabeca was diagnosed with POI and was able to reverse the condition and get pregnant naturally with her daughter. On this podcast you’ll learn: 1) Why POF/POI is not early menopause. Even if you have not had a period for more than 12 months we discuss if it is possible to restart the period again. 2) A POF/POI diagnosis is emotionally devastating – how to how to stay optimistic (especially when well-meaning doctors are telling you that you'll never conceive with your own eggs.) 3) Common issues we see with POF/POI (i.e. food sensitivities, gut infections, mineral imbalance, long term birth control use, autoimmunity, and thyroiditis). 4) We discuss the autoimmune disease and POF/POI and we break down the studies. 5) Why insulin, cortisol, and oxytocin matter and why balancing these is essential for hormone health and POF/POI. 6) When to supplement with bioidenticals. What to do about hot flashes (what do they mean?) Plus help for painful sex/urinary leakage and dryness.   TIMESTAMPS:     06:08- INTRO AND DR. ANNA CABECA'S BIO     07:26- DR. ANNA CABECA'S STORY WITH INFERTILITY   09:38- WHY POI (POF) ISN'T EARLY MENOPAUSE Menopause is said to have started when there is not a period for 12 months, why is this not the case for POI?  Is it possible to regain your period? Dr. Cabeca regaining her cycle at 54 "There are so many things that can affect our hormones" 15:16- HOW ARE YOU ABLE TO STAY POSITIVE AFTER A DEVASTATING DIAGNOSIS? "Part of my healing was keeping the earth moving below my feet." Focusing on success stories Understanding the importance of healing cell to cell communication How trauma and grief can affect your nervous system, "Physiology drives behavior." Finding hope and not allowing despair to take hold of us, "We can never give up hope." "If you see it you can experience it." The hormonal disruption caused by trauma Why you should establish a "cheer word"   28:25- WHAT ARE SOME COMMON ISSUES YOU ARE SEEING WITH POI? Hormonal deficiencies and the feeling that your body is "betraying you" Healing the gut, increasing heart rate variability, and other functional approaches to healing "When we support the adrenals we support the ovaries."   32:05- WHAT IS YOUR TAKE ON AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE AND POI? "You cannot separate your mental atmosphere from our physiological atmosphere." The tie of autoimmune disease and emotions, "Organs hold emotions." How improving one area improves another Understanding the toxins in not only our foods but in our lifestyle   37:50- DETOX RECOMMENDATIONS Focusing on healthy greens, removing grains, etc Common food sensitivities and why to eliminate them on a detox Considering the source and how we eat "what we ate, ate"   39:45- HOT FLASHES AND POI Supporting our hormones from the bottom up Insulin resistance and the harm of snacking   41:55- THOUGHTS ON  POI BEING AN AUTOIMMUNE ISSUE, TO BEGIN WITH How much we have to learn about the issue and how complex it is   42:45- WHEN WOULD YOU USE BIOIDENTICAL? How we cannot rely on bioidenticals alone and the importance of addressing the root cause Recommendations for DHEA and why she believes to "start low, go slow"   47:15- THE IMPORTANCE OF ADDRESSING HEART RATE VARIABILITY The importance of compassion and a simple exercise you can do Heart math and Muse   49:20- PAINFUL SEX AND VAGINAL DRYNESS The importance of nourishing your pelvic floor Leaking bladder   54:00- INFORMATION ABOUT FREE TRIAL FOR JULVA   --- If you are struggling with painful sex, vaginal dryness, urnine leaks or simply want to deepen your passion and intimacy grab your FREE 7 day Trial of Julva here (seriously it is a game changer): https://dranna.grsm.io/sarahclark473-JulvaTrialPack   --- Learn more about Mighty Maca here: https://dranna.grsm.io/sarahclark473-MightyMacaFull ---   Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Why You Need To Know This if You Have POF/POI and low AMH:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-you-need-to-know-this-if-you-have-pof-poi-and-low-amh/   How To Get Pregnant Naturally with low AMH, DOR or POF/POI:  https://getpregnant.libsyn.com/website/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-diminished-ovarian-reserve-or-pof        

Amira Posner joins us today as we're digging into how to recognize your patterns and why this matters if you are TTC. We all have them. Patterns. The things we do over and over again. Some of them are great, others are not very helpful for us. Studies say that over ⅔ of our spontaneous thoughts are negative. And while it can be difficult to stay positive when we’re the middle of a struggle - it's important to remember that there is a beginning and an end. This will not last forever. So how do we identify our negative patterns (i.e. impatience, worry, anger, self-criticizing, etc.). The first step is awareness. I'm excited to welcome Amira Posner back to the podcast. Amira is a professional therapist with Bachelor and Masters Degrees in Social Work. She also has formal training in hypnotherapy, Reiki, and the relaxation response. Amira and I work very closely together! We also co-facilitate the online Mindfulness Fertility Series together. This is a 6-week online program that helps embrace your fertility journey with proven relaxation techniques and stress management strategies that help you regain control and cope with infertility in a much more positive way! Our next session starts Sept 17, 2020, at 7:30 pm EST. Go to https://fabfertile.com/product/mindfulness-fertility-series-6-week-online-program/ series to sign up. On this episode, you’ll learn: 1) How to know when you are stuck in an unhelpful pattern 2) How do we ease our suffering? We discuss awareness, the intention to change, taking ourselves off automatic pilot, and developing a plan. 3) Strategies to help when you have a negative thought 4) How self-compassion can help and provide comfort during difficult times. Plus what would you tell a friend in a similar situation to you? 5) Why self-pity can be a slippery slope and how to notice the signs.   TIMESTAMPS: 06:28- INTRO AND AMIRA POSNER'S BIO   08:12- WHAT ARE "PATTERNS" AND WHY ARE THEY IMPORTANT? How the fertility journey is sometimes the vessel that shows us the negative patterns in our lives How catching negative patterns in your life can ease suffering How our thoughts are bent towards the negative One of the biggest patterns that Amira sees working with clients 12:32- RECOGNIZING THE NEED TO CONTROL AND VISUALIZATION The difficulty in visualization when we try to protect ourselves from pain The role of belief in visualization Dealing with the thought "What if this doesn't happen?" "It's not easy work. It's scary." The importance (and difficulty) of being vulnerable 16:40- DEALING WITH COMPARISION "We are all on our own journey"  Blocking out temptations to compare 17:50- HOW DO WE EASE SUFFERING Changing the way we relate to ourselves "Suffering is what gives us awareness" Changing the way we relate to infertility Moving out of auto-pilot and being intentional   19:20- HOW TO RAISE AWARENESS WITH OUR THOUGHTS Meditation's role in raising awareness and combatting unhealthy patterns Being present in your meditation Blowing a "kiss" and letting it go 21:30- SELF-COMPASSION AND BEING KIND TO YOURSELF Powerful statements you can say to better connect with yourself Reframing difficulties  The power of asking yourself how you would respond to your friend 22:50- CONNECTING WITH YOUR INNER CHILD TO CHANNEL SELF-LOVE How to visualize yourself as a child and feel love for yourself 24:20- MOVING PAST SELF-PITY (WHEN IT IS NOT HEALTHY) The balance of self-pity and giving yourself space to feel Moving past it where it will not control you "Struggle has a beginning, middle, and end" Finding different ways of relating to yourself 27:37- THE IMPORTANCE OF MEDITATION AND BUILDING A PRACTICE How sometimes the thing we need the most we let go of first The importance of self-care and why it's critical to make time for it What fears cause you to be hard on yourself Dealing with impatience 31:48- RESOURCE RECOMMENDATIONS The importance of what you are putting into your mind 35:05- MINDFULNESS SERIES DETAILS --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Everything You Need To Know About EFT if you are TTC:  https://getpregnant.libsyn.com/website/everything-you-need-to-know-about-eft-if-you-are-ttc   The Soul of Your Baby Is Waiting for You:  https://getpregnant.libsyn.com/website/the-soul-of-your-baby-is-waiting-for-you          

Dr. Tabatha Barber joins us today as we’re digging into what you wish your OB/GYN would have told you about fertility. When I decided I was ready to start trying for a baby I went to see my OB/GYN to get some testing. Since I already had irregular cycles, I wanted to make sure everything was okay. My OB/GYN gave me the diagnosis of POI/POF and literally handed me the brochure about IVF. Telling me that donor eggs were my only option. I didn’t get a second opinion. I didn’t dig deeper as to why at 28 I was told I would never have biological children. I am fortunate to have both my children with donor eggs. But what if my OB/GYN had told me about the functional approach? We’re digging into what tests/questions we wish were asked during an appointment with an OB/GYN and what is missed for someone who is struggling with infertility. IVF is a big business. Globally the industry is estimated to be worth 25 Billion and predicted to grow to 41 Billion by 2026. I’m excited to welcome Dr. Tabatha Barber, double board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology, and is a Certified Menopause Practitioner through the North American Menopause Society. She has also completed training through the Cleveland Clinic’s Institute for Functional Medicine and The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. I asked Dr. Barber when would you recommend someone go to the fertility clinic and she said, “I wouldn’t”. And while this is a very personal decision, many times we don’t know – what we don’t know - and healing opportunities can be routinely missed. In this episode you’ll learn: 1) The conventional testing for fertility (i.e. blood work, ultrasound, HSG etc.). We discuss the basics that should be done. 2) What tests/questions we wish were asked during an appointment with a gynecologist (for fertility). We discuss a mind, body, and spirit approach. 3) What is regularly missed with someone who is struggling with infertility? 4) We discuss the business of IVF. When should we refer to a fertility clinic? How long should we focus on preconception health? 5) What are some blood markers to focus on if someone has been struggling for 1 year/6 month if over 35? 6) We discuss the birth control pill, blood sugar imbalance, bioidentical hormones, DHEA, progesterone, and more. Stress is the number one factor and the most ignored  It is okay to question your doctor   TIMESTAMPS:   6:00- DR. TABATHA BARTER BIO    7:05- DR. BARTER'S PERSONAL STORY Getting pregnant in high school in 11th grade and having to drop out-- "I never really thought about my future" How she was treated as a pregnant woman, talked down to, and made to feel like she "had no voice" Traumatic labor and delivery process that "scarred her" Realized there must have been other women who felt that way- Asked herself, "How can I be a voice for women like myself?" The journey of becoming a doctor, struggling with her own health, stumbled across functional medicine when "conventional medicine had failed" her   11:17- CONVENTIONAL TESTING FOR FERTILITY What are the basics? Is there a difference in testing at different ages? Which hormones are looked at during conventional tests Semen analysis and the importance of testing the male partner Other procedures for testing including looking at the fallopian tubes   16:00- WHAT QUESTIONS DO YOU WISH THAT WERE SKED DURING AN OBGYN APPOINTMENT The importance of talking about lifestyle and nutrition If your doctor is not concerned with holistic health it is a red flag The mental and spiritual elements in the journey of infertility "It's super common in conventional medicine for miscarriages to be downplayed" Making optimizing your HEALTH a priority "All of our systems are interconnected"   22:55- WHAT IS MISSED WITH SOMEONE WHO IS STRUGGLING WITH INFERTILITY? "Stress is the biggest key. We are all over-stressed"   "Stress is the number one factor and the most ignored."  Poor Sleep patterns and other often ignored factors    25:17- THE BUSINESS OF IVF The history of IVF, and although there is a "place for it" it is overused  The importance of investigating and "stepping back" The heartbreak of blind trust and using bandaid approaches "It is okay to question your doctor" "Once your eyes are open...you keep looking"   "You know your body the best"   30:52- AT WHAT POINT WOULD YOU REFER SOMEONE TO THE FERTILITY CLINIC? Taking the time to look at your nutrition and lifestyle   32:00- BIRTH CONTROL AND HOW  IT IMPACTS HORMONES AND INFERTILITY How it shuts down your hormone system and its' impact on young girls We need to use the pill for what it is- preventing pregnancy The importance of understanding the risks of the pill "Birth control pills are not the answer"   37:42- WHAT IS YOUR TAKE ON SOMEONE WHO HASN'T HAD THEIR PERIOD IN A YEAR? Considering your age  The importance of a healthy period (embrace it!) "You should want to have a healthy period" Changing the dynamic of how you think about periods There are still things you can do to get your period back if you are under 45 40:58- BLOOD SUGAR AND HORMONE BALANCE Inflammation and damage at the cellular level "Your fertility is microscopic" Stress hormones and how the body responds in a "vicious cycles" Vitamin D's role in fertility How vitamin D is needed for hormone conversion 46:09- CONVENTIONAL MEDICINE'S APPROACH TO HORMONES AND SUPPLEMENTS Bioidentical hormones and the importance of still addressing the root cause "You can take the supplement but your body is still going to steal it" It matters what type you are taking   48:50- LISTENER QUESTIONS Early ovulation (ovulating before cycle day 10) Increasing chances of pregnancy with a diminished ovarian reserve in the early 40s 50:21- SUCCESS STORY 53:09- FREE GUIDE   --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. 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Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Why You Need To Know This If You Have POF/POI and low AMH:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-you-need-to-know-this-if-you-have-pof-poi-and-low-amh/   3 Reasons Why Your IVF May Have Failed - https://fabfertile.com/blog/3-reasons-why-your-ivf-might-have-failed/        

Brandy Buskow joins us today as we’re digging into why the emotional freedom technique is essential during the fertility journey. Going through the fertility journey can bring up very strong emotions, that is why it’s important to work through the emotions and not stuff them down because that only prolongs the suffering. We have found that a very powerful tool to pinpoint the pain/trauma and effectively and quickly move through it…is the emotional freedom technique (EFT). That’s why we include EFT in our Fab Fertile Coaching Program. If you are feeling stressed, impatient and the uncertainty is driving you crazy…let’s see how EFT can help release the pressure, so you can see a new path forward toward your future baby. Today I'm welcoming Brandy Buskow back to the podcast. Brandy is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is our Clinical Advisor and an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. She is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Transformational Health Coach and EFT Practitioner. This episode is for you if: 1) Can’t visualize a positive outcome - you’ve had too many setbacks 2) Feel stressed and worried all the time and the uncertainty is driving you crazy 3) A well meaning doctor has told you that you’ll never conceive with your own eggs 4) You feel stuck and don’t know how to deal with the stress as everyone else seems to be moving on with their lives In this episode you'll learn: 1) What is emotional freedom technique and how does it help someone who is TTC 2) Common themes we see with couples who are TTC and how do we start to clear limiting beliefs and install positive affirmations 3) A common statement we've heard maybe - “I believe that I cannot be happy until I am pregnant.” We discuss how EFT can help. 4) How EFT can help someone who can’t visualize a positive outcome, plus tips to deal with stress/worry/uncertainty/comparison 5) We discuss how EFT can be essential if you have been told you will never conceive naturally.   --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:     Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Why You Need To Know This if You Have Unexplained Infertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-you-need-to-know-this-if-you-have-unexplained-infertility/   How To Optimize Your Fertility By Including Your Partner:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-your-fertility-by-including-your-partner/    

THE INTERVIEW When it comes to today’s guest, K says it best: “Whenever I’m with Shaman Durek I feel like I’m rolling on ecstasy.” Some of our most profound and transformative conversations have been with Shaman Durek and we are so grateful for his presence in our life. As incredible and serious and powerful as this man is, he’s so in touch with his inner child.. In today’s episode, he talks about Atlantis, predictions for 2020, what’s going on in the world right now, his relationship and how releasing your inner child can be part of our collective healing. And you REALLY don’t want to miss the ending where Shaman Durek confesses what he loves about country music—complete with a knee-slapping sing-along. You’re going to *feel* this one.   We also talk about: Giving yourself permission to shine Learning to trust yourself for who you want to be Getting in touch with the ET part of you Remembering your past lives The history of Atlantis Viewing your ego as a protector Why people are afraid of the synergy of masculinity and femininity How to prepare for the future   Find more to love at almost30.com!   Resources: shamandurek.com Listen: Ancient Wisdom Today Instagram: @shamandurek Check out our new merch collection at shopalmost30.com   Sponsors: Amazi Foods | Go to amazifoods.com and use the code ALMOST30 for 20% off SAKARA | Go to sakara.com/almostsakara and use code ALMOSTSAKARA for 20% off your first order ABLE | Go to livefashionable.com/almost30 and use code ALMOST30 for 20% off your first order BLUblox | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a   Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media

Georgie Kovacs joins us today as we’re digging into what questions to ask your doctor when you are TTC. Our mission at Fab Fertile HQ is to educate and empower you as during your journey to conceive. Part of that education is to know exactly what to ask your physician. They are a valuable resource in this process…however, we always like to emphasize that you know your body best – so YOU are the one in charge. It can be overwhelming to know exactly which questions to ask when you are trying to conceive. So we’re breaking down the tests to ask your physician to run and what specific questions you need to ask. I’m excited to welcome Georgie Kovacs, MBA, is the founder of Fempower Health, which she founded after her first-hand experience with infertility.   In this episode you'll learn: 1) Basic tests that should be run when we have TTC for 1 year or TTC for 6 months if over 35 - plus additional testing to consider 2) Which tests should the male partner have? 3) Why it is important to make a plan and be informed when you first start TTC. 4) Why women's health issues are not taken seriously and how to ask for the emotional support we need   Link mentioned: https://www.fempower-health.com/help-other-women   --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For the non-US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20-minute intro video, we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:     Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Why a Healthy Gut Matters For Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-a-healthy-gut-matters-for-fertility/   Why You Need To Know This If You Have POI/POF or low AMH:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-you-need-to-know-this-if-you-have-pof-poi-and-low-amh/    

When my period became very irregular in my early 20’s and then was really heavy, crampy, and later very light – the first recommendation I received from my doctor was to go on the hormonal birth control pill. And when I ask the women who come to me who are struggling with infertility why did you go on the pill a high percentage tell me because their period was heavy, irregular, light or they didn’t have a period. Today I'm welcoming Brandy Buskow and Justine Altman back to the podcast. Brandy is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Transformational Health Coach and EFT Practitioner. If you are not sure if you are ovulating, how to find your cervix or what cervical mucus really means. You don’t know if you are missing your fertile window every month. In this episode you'll learn: 2) Why relying on OPK’s may lower our chances of conceiving 4) What does spotting mean (we discuss during implantation, ovulation, and menstruation) 6) Stress and the impact on our cycle. 8) Apps and tracking devices we like. Ava is clinically proven to identify both the opening and closing of the fertile window, letting you know your five best days to try for a baby.This is an affiliate link.   --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For non US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20 minute intro video we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Why a Healthy Gut Matters For Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-a-healthy-gut-matters-for-fertility/   How To Know What Is Right For You After Reading It Starts With The Egg:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-what-is-right-for-you-after-reading-it-starts-with-the-egg/     

Dr. Elizabeth Boham joins us today as we’re digging into sinus, bladder, yeast infections, and what they mean for your fertility. After I had my daughter my health really began to suffer. I remember having nine (9) colds in one year and every cold went to a sinus infection – so I took antibiotics for every cold. Plus I was struggling with chronic bladder infections (was urinating blood) so again I took antibiotics for every bladder infection. And I was also experiencing chronic yeast infections and took medication for that too. As you may know, I was diagnosed with premature ovarian failure at 28 and had both my kids with donor eggs – years later I discovered food sensitivities, gut infections, and chronic stress were the root cause of my infertility. And that the antibiotics had destroyed my gut health, but there were steps I took to begin to restore my health. Infections are a HUGE clue that something is out of balance in your body and loading up with antibiotics only makes everything worse. If you are struggling with chronic infections AND infertility this is a clue for us to dig deeper and the functional approach gives us the answers to restore our health and fertility. I’m excited to welcome Dr. Elizabeth Boham. Elizabeth Boham, MD, MS, RD is a physician and nutritionist who practices functional medicine at The Ultrawellness Center in Lenox, MA. In this episode you'll learn: 1) Repeat infections and what they have to do with infertility and how to improve our immune system so that we can get pregnant naturally. Plus how antibiotics impact gut health and why this matter for hormone balance. 2) Common causes of sinus infection and how do we stop cold/flu cycle? 3) Common causes of bladder/UTI’s and how do we break the cycle. 4) Common causes of yeast infections and what can we do to prevent them? 5) Lifestyle and supplement recommendations to combat infection.   --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For non US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20 minute intro video we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Why a Healthy Gut Matters For Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-a-healthy-gut-matters-for-fertility/   Why You Need To Know This If You Have POI/POF or low AMH:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-you-need-to-know-this-if-you-have-pof-poi-and-low-amh/    

THE INTERVIEW Lo Bosworth is the BEST. She walks the talk when it comes to supporting women. Many of you probably know her from seeing her grow up on The Hills and Laguna Beach — and she shares how difficult it is to be in the spotlight at such a young age.  Post TV stardom, Lo has found her passion — women's health and wellness. She is the founder and CEO of Love Wellness, a company that strives to help women feel authentically their best. She does not neglect the mental health part of wellness either. She is so refreshingly open about her anxiety and struggles with mental health. We dive into health and wellness, making a pivot in your life, building a brand, female friendships, and being vulnerable.   We also talk about: Growing up in the spotlight From influencer to business owner Creating an authentic business and brand Fixing your gut health Doing an elimination diet to figure out how your body reacts to food Supporting women Leaning into vulnerability   Find more to love at almost30.com!   Resources: lovewellness.com Instagram: @lovewellness Instagram: @lobosworth Check out our latest workbooks and downloadables: shopalmost30.com Check out our New Paradigm workshops at almost30podcast.com/new-paradigm.   Sponsors: SAKARA | Go to sakara.com/almostsakara and use code ALMOSTSAKARA for 20% off your first order EverlyWell | Get 15% off a test using code ALMOST30 at everlywell.com/almost30 BLUblox | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a Pretty Litter | Visit prettylitter.com and use the promo code ALMOST30 for 20% off your first order   Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media

Brandy Buskow joins us today as we’re digging into the functional approach for unexplained infertility. Receiving a diagnosis of unexplained infertility can be extremely frustrating because there seems like no clear path forward. With the functional approach there is an explanation. If you have been told everything is “normal” lets dig into the missed healing opportunities that we regularly see with our clients. Today I'm welcoming Brandy Buskow back to the the podcast. Brandy is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is our Clinical Advisor and an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. She is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Transformational Health Coach and EFT Practitioner.   This episode is for you: If you have been diagnosed with unexplained infertility You’re confused about what to do next - all your tests are normal. There is no clear path forward. IUI or IVF seems like your next logical step.   In this episode you'll learn: 1) Why the conventional approach to unexplained infertility routinely misses healing opportunities. We discuss the standard recommendations; which are surface level recommendations that don’t address WHY it’s not working. So why is treatment (with clomid with IUI or IVF) the next logical step? 2) We discuss the diet and what we routinely see is missed. 3) What your sleep is telling you and how this could be connected to hormonal imbalance. 4) Why looking at your blood chemistry and saying everything is “normal” is a complete disservice to you – and how the functional approach can help identify healing opportunities that have been missed. 5) Why it’s not just about you – your partner must be included in diet/lifestyle changes and testing. 6) We discuss a case study with unexplained infertility and successful pregnancy.   --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For non US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20 minute intro video we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/ 3 Reasons Why Your IVF Might Have Failed:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/3-reasons-why-your-ivf-might-have-failed/ What you Need To Know About Gluten And Infertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-gluten-and-infertility/    

I know when I was diagnosed with premature ovarian failure at 28 I didn’t even get a second opinion. With the functional approach we don’t focus on the diagnosis. And if you are struggling with infertility there are underlying causes as to why it’s not working. Today we’re answering your questions. Justine is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. She is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Transformational Health Coach and EFT Practitioner. Today we are discussing: 2) What to do if you are underweight and what healing opportunities may have been missed. (i.e. celiac, non-celiac gluten sensitivity, gut issues, SIBO, H.Pylori, low Vitamin D, low stomach acid, adrenal dysfunction, hypothyroidism, autoimmunity). Plus we discuss strategies to help with healthy weight gain. 4) The functional approach for unexplained infertility. The importance of including your partner. (i.e. address stressors - food/gut/environmental/stress/structural) plus reviewing blood chemistry for both partners. Common themes we see are thyroid dysfunction low vitamin D, long term hormonal birth control, blood sugar imbalance. 6) What to do if you have low AMH. We discuss our proven functional approach to help you get pregnant naturally or improve the success with IVF. --- It doesn't matter whether you're 28 or 38. You're already READY to have your baby... you just wish your body would catch you up. You may be feeling impatient, frustrated, which leads to you trying to plan and control EVERY aspect to 'make it work'. But clinging on tighter to something you want often leads to panic and stress. And we both know that those things don't benefit your fertility journey. What if there was another way? One where you just knew that it would work out for you? Where you could finally relax and stop worrying about timing, planning, and controlling the outcome. You'd just know that your child was waiting for you. That the SOUL of your baby - was waiting for you. How would the journey look different if you KNEW that your baby really was waiting? Would it be easier? Give you more trust in the process? Help you feel peaceful? I’m excited to announce our Step Into Your Power course is OPEN for registration. Here’s what you can expect during the 6-week course: Week #1 - How To Use Your Intuition Over Your Inner Critic We all have an inner critic. The voice inside your head, that unless we train ourselves, can take over our lives and make us feel that nothing will work. You’ll learn how to turn down the volume on the voice in your head so that you can encourage that little voice of wisdom, (otherwise known as your intuition) in order to see a positive outcome. Week #2 - Tuning Into The Spiritual Nudges Whether you believe in the universe/God/Higher Power - they really DO have the best in mind for you. And if you really knew and BELIEVED this to be true, how would you approach this journey differently? You’ll learn to listen to the spiritual nudges we all have and to dream big so that you can move from overthinking and worry to trusting the process and knowing that your baby is waiting for you. Week #3: Reclaiming Yourself During tough times it can be easy to lose touch who we are or who we used to be. You’ll learn to gather the pieces of yourself to discover who you are becoming so that you can see a positive future and feel whole again. Week #4: Connecting With Nature and Your Spirit Animal We live in a world where many of us have lost our connection with nature. Mother nature has great lessons to teach us (if we know how to listen). You’ll learn to connect with your power animal (yes we all have them) so that you can gather a deeper understanding of what this journey means for you. Plus you’ll discover how to add helpers to every room and you’ll begin to listen to your guides who only want the best for you and can help with your fertility journey. Week #5: Developing a Spiritual Contract Your baby is waiting just for you. They have been chosen you to be their parent. You’ll learn how to prepare to conceive, how to engage with a spiritual contract so that you can soften into the awareness that divine timing is different from your timing. You’ll finally be able to let go of the despair and need for over control so that you can move from thinking and planning into a quiet state of knowing and feeling confident in your quest to have a baby naturally. Week #6: Accessing Your Superpower You’ll discover how to move into an attitude of gratitude and why being grateful is a superpower. Plus with the help of your guides, you’ll raise your vibration so that you can see and feel the signs that are all around you so that you can connect with your future baby. At the end of the 6 weeks, you’ll be able to approach your fertility journey with a lighter more intentional mindset. You’ll step into that place of knowing, also known as your heart space that is filled with the healing power of love. The control, worry, and frustration will take a backseat as you step into your power so that you can trust that your future baby is waiting for you. The course will start in early September, however registration closes Tuesday July 21st at midnight PST. Meet your facilitators: Sarah Clark - When Sarah Clark was 28 years old, she received a diagnosis of premature ovarian failure. She accepted the diagnosis and had both her children through in vitro fertilization. Years later she realized the root cause of her infertility was a food sensitivity and later a gut infection. She is the Founder of Fab Fertile, Host of Get Pregnant Naturally podcast, certified life coach with accreditation from the International Coaches Federation and health coach with training from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Dr. Emma Brodzinski - Dr. Emma Brodzinski is a therapist working from a shamanic perspective. After many years of working both within the NHS (National Health Service) and private practice, her own journey through IVF led her to help women navigate the emotional and spiritual aspects of the fertility roller-coaster. She has published widely on the representation suffering and the use of the arts in health and is editor of 'Positive Fertility' magazine. The course Includes: · Six (6) weekly interactive sessions (value $ 1800) · Videos, Handouts, and resources (value $ 250) · Office hours for email access (value $ 250) · Access to Private Facebook Community · Special rates for participants for individual services such as coaching, therapy, shamanic journey sessions Option #1 Wait List Price - $ 297 USD - click to join here. Includes: · (6) Weekly interactive sessions · Videos/handouts and resources · Office hours for email support · Access to Private Facebook Community · Special rates for participants for individual services such as coaching, therapy, shamanic journey sessions Option #2 VIP Price - $ 350 USD - click to join here. Includes: · (6) Weekly interactive sessions · Videos/handouts and resources · Office hours for email access · Access to Private Facebook Community · Special rates for participants for individual services such as coaching, therapy, shamanic journey sessions · VIP Special access - You'll get individual support with me (I'm a certified life and health coach so this is my specialty). This individual support is for you if you need a trusted expert to guide you through this journey. Someone who can address your daily challenges, frustrations, and help you see a positive outcome. · Your VIP access includes voxer access (voxer is an app on your phone - similar to a walkie talkie - you leave a message and within 24 hours (Monday to Friday) I'll get back to you! · There are only (3) VIP spots available. Next Steps: Remember space is VERY limited. There are only 12 spots available. Register here for Waitlist price ($ 297 USD). Register here for VIP price ($ 350 USD). If you have any questions please let me know - you can email me at sarah.clark@sesacoaching.ca Excited to support you on your journey to have your baby.   --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For non US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20 minute intro video we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   3 Reasons Why Your IVF Might Have Failed:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/3-reasons-why-your-ivf-might-have-failed/   What you Need To Know About Gluten And Infertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-gluten-and-infertility/

THE INTERVIEW Jeannette Ogden, the force behind “Shut the Kale Up”, joins us today for a very candid, honest conversation.  Jeanette started the blog as a conversation around how she overcame her disordered eating - it has become a trusted resource for tens of thousands to relate, learn and grow on their health journey’s. Today she shares intimate stories from her life that have made her who she is today, including her struggles with disordered eating, growing up with an alcoholic mother, overcoming debt and the real-real of motherhood.  She has curated such a beautiful, natural, connected life, and if you aren’t already, you are going to fall in love with her.   We talk about: Understanding your priorities in a relationship Having a model for your relationships Jeannette’s experience with an eating disorder How to take perspective of your health as an influencer The process of overcoming disorder and addiction When Shut the Kale Up was born How she healed from alcoholism Teaching her kids to be more honest Having a natural birth Caring less about what other people think about you   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: shutthekaleup.com @shutthekaleup New Paradigm Digital Series: almost30podcast.com/new-paradigm   Sponsors: Book of the Month | Get your first book for $9.99 with code ALMOST30 at www.bookofthemonth.com Lola | For 30% off your first month’s subscription, visit mylola.com and enter ALMOST2020 when you subscribe! Better Help | Visit betterhelp.com/almost30 for 15% off your first month. BLUblox | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a Riled Up | You can listen to Riled Up every Tuesday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and anywhere you listen to podcasts. And, if you don’t already follow Matt and Arielle, find them on Instagram @MattCutshall and @Arielle   Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media

Dr. Emma Brodzinski joins us today as we're digging into shamanic journeying and how this can help when we are TTC. We struggle with impatience, uncertainty and want to control the outcome. As a recovering control freak –  as a recovering control freak this sounds familiar to me. What if there was a way to know in your heart, that the soul of your baby was waiting? How would you approach this journey differently? I’m excited to welcome back to the podcast Dr. Emma Brodzinski. Dr Brodzinski is a therapist working from a shaman perspective. What is shamanic perspective? She is a healer, working with energy and spirit. Let’s move from pushing and controlling every part of this journey to a quiet sense that the soul of your baby is waiting for you.   In today’s episode you’ll learn: 1) Shamanic journeying work and how it helps someone struggling to visualize a positive outcome 2) What are spirit guides and to find your guides. 3) Spirit animals and the messages they can have for us as we navigate a struggle. 4) How journey work help us fine-tune our intuition. Plus what emotional and physical pain can mean from a shamanic perspecitive. It doesn't matter whether you're 28 or 38. You're already READY to have your baby... you just wish your body would catch you up. You may be feeling impatient, frustrated, which leads to you trying to plan and control EVERY aspect to 'make it work'. But clinging on tighter to something you want often leads to panic and stress. And we both know that those things don't benefit your fertility journey. What if there was another way? One where you just knew that it would work out for you? Where you could finally relax and stop worrying about timing, planning, and controlling the outcome. You'd just know that your child was waiting for you. That the SOUL of your baby - was waiting for you. How would the journey look different if you KNEW that your baby really was waiting? Would it be easier? Give you more trust in the process? Help you feel peaceful? I’m excited to announce our Step Into Your Power course is OPEN for registration. Here’s what you can expect during the 6-week course: Week #1 - How To Use Your Intuition Over Your Inner Critic We all have an inner critic. The voice inside your head, that unless we train ourselves, can take over our lives and make us feel that nothing will work. You’ll learn how to turn down the volume on the voice in your head so that you can encourage that little voice of wisdom, (otherwise known as your intuition) in order to see a positive outcome. Week #2 - Tuning Into The Spiritual Nudges Whether you believe in the universe/God/Higher Power - they really DO have the best in mind for you. And if you really knew and BELIEVED this to be true, how would you approach this journey differently? You’ll learn to listen to the spiritual nudges we all have and to dream big so that you can move from overthinking and worry to trusting the process and knowing that your baby is waiting for you. Week #3: Reclaiming Yourself During tough times it can be easy to lose touch who we are or who we used to be. You’ll learn to gather the pieces of yourself to discover who you are becoming so that you can see a positive future and feel whole again. Week #4: Connecting With Nature and Your Spirit Animal We live in a world where many of us have lost our connection with nature. Mother nature has great lessons to teach us (if we know how to listen). You’ll learn to connect with your power animal (yes we all have them) so that you can gather a deeper understanding of what this journey means for you. Plus you’ll discover how to add helpers to every room and you’ll begin to listen to your guides who only want the best for you and can help with your fertility journey. Week #5: Developing a Spiritual Contract Your baby is waiting just for you. They have been chosen you to be their parent. You’ll learn how to prepare to conceive, how to engage with a spiritual contract so that you can soften into the awareness that divine timing is different from your timing. You’ll finally be able to let go of the despair and need for over control so that you can move from thinking and planning into a quiet state of knowing and feeling confident in your quest to have a baby naturally. Week #6: Accessing Your Superpower You’ll discover how to move into an attitude of gratitude and why being grateful is a superpower. Plus with the help of your guides, you’ll raise your vibration so that you can see and feel the signs that are all around you so that you can connect with your future baby. At the end of the 6 weeks, you’ll be able to approach your fertility journey with a lighter more intentional mindset. You’ll step into that place of knowing, also known as your heart space that is filled with the healing power of love. The control, worry, and frustration will take a backseat as you step into your power so that you can trust that your future baby is waiting for you. The course will start in early September, however registration closes Tuesday July 21st at midnight PST. Meet your facilitators: Sarah Clark - When Sarah Clark was 28 years old, she received a diagnosis of premature ovarian failure. She accepted the diagnosis and had both her children through in vitro fertilization. Years later she realized the root cause of her infertility was a food sensitivity and later a gut infection. She is the Founder of Fab Fertile, Host of Get Pregnant Naturally podcast, certified life coach with accreditation from the International Coaches Federation and health coach with training from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Dr. Emma Brodzinski - Dr. Emma Brodzinski is a therapist working from a shamanic perspective. After many years of working both within the NHS (National Health Service) and private practice, her own journey through IVF led her to help women navigate the emotional and spiritual aspects of the fertility roller-coaster. She has published widely on the representation suffering and the use of the arts in health and is editor of 'Positive Fertility' magazine. The course Includes: · Six (6) weekly interactive sessions (value $ 1800) · Videos, Handouts, and resources (value $ 250) · Office hours for email access (value $ 250) · Access to Private Facebook Community · Special rates for participants for individual services such as coaching, therapy, shamanic journey sessions Option #1 Wait List Price - $ 297 USD - click to join here. Includes: · (6) Weekly interactive sessions · Videos/handouts and resources · Office hours for email support · Access to Private Facebook Community · Special rates for participants for individual services such as coaching, therapy, shamanic journey sessions Option #2 VIP Price - $ 350 USD - click to join here. Includes: · (6) Weekly interactive sessions · Videos/handouts and resources · Office hours for email access · Access to Private Facebook Community · Special rates for participants for individual services such as coaching, therapy, shamanic journey sessions · VIP Special access - You'll get individual support with me (I'm a certified life and health coach so this is my specialty). This individual support is for you if you need a trusted expert to guide you through this journey. Someone who can address your daily challenges, frustrations, and help you see a positive outcome. · Your VIP access includes voxer access (voxer is an app on your phone - similar to a walkie talkie - you leave a message and within 24 hours (Monday to Friday) I'll get back to you! · There are only (3) VIP spots available. Next Steps: Remember space is VERY limited. There are only 12 spots available. Register here for Waitlist price ($ 297 USD). Register here for VIP price ($ 350 USD). If you have any questions please let me know - you can email me at sarah.clark@sesacoaching.ca Excited to support you on your journey to have your baby.   --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. Message & data rates may apply. Terms & Privacy: https://txtf.co/consumer-terms. For non US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20 minute intro video we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/ How To Reconnect wth Your Body During the Fertility Journey:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-reconnect-to-your-body-during-the-fertility-journey/ 3 Reasons Why Your IVF Might Have Failed:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/3-reasons-why-your-ivf-might-have-failed/

As you may know I have non-celiac gluten sensitivity….plus premature ovarian failure. If you are still cycling naturally there are steps we can take. Yes we are in the middle of a gluten free craze. Both partners (yes that’s right!), both partners should go gluten free for at least 3 months (and ideally dairy and processed sugar free too!). Commit 100%. I'm excited to welcome Dr. Tom O'Bryan to the podcast. He is a world-renowned expert in the field of gluten-related disorders, Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS), Celiac Disease (CD) and their link to other chronic conditions, including autoimmune disorders and diseases. In this episode you'll learn: What should you do if you find out you have gluten sensitivity and you get pregnant? Should you re-introduce gluten during pregnancy? What are the risks?   Should we test for celiac disease? Is it worth it? We discuss the best tests for gluten sensitivity and celiac disease…hint your conventional doctor’s tests are extremely outdated.   --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. For non US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20 minute intro video we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   What You Need To Know About The Elimination Diet If You Are TTC:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-elimination-diet-if-you-are-ttc/   How To Know What Is Right For You After Reading It Starts With The Egg:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-what-is-right-for-you-after-reading-it-starts-with-the-egg/

THE INTERVIEW Let’s talk about ALIENS.. Jerry Sargeant is the founder of Star Magic Healing, a powerful motivational speaker and international bestselling author who is known around the world for healing people and transforming their lives. And his story is WILD. In a former life, he was smuggling guns, running drugs, and robbing banks. Then he had a spiritual awakening that opened him up to a new world of possibilities. Now, Jerry dedicates himself to healing others through meditation and light-healing. He was given this knowledge after a near-fatal car accident, encountering aliens, and meeting with an Angel, and we dive into all of that, as well as what shadow parasites are, understanding light language, and so much more!   We also talk about: Jerry’s healing process How death is not the end Jerry’s life before healing The power of imagination and intuition How past lives relate to what’s happening physically Fighting against negative impulses What shadow parasites are and how to get rid of them Jerry’s relationship with his kids and meditation Tips for dropping into your heart What Star Magic does   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Starmagichealing.com facebook.com/starmagichealing instagram.com/sargeantjerry Star Magic on YouTube   Upcoming Events: August 11th-14th: Our Almost 30 Malibu Retreat is back on! Find out more at almost30podcast.com/retreat.   Sponsors: SAKARA | Go to sakara.com/almostsakara and use code ALMOSTSAKARA for 20% off your first order Function of Beauty | Visit functionofbeauty.com/almost30 to save 20% off your first order Article | www.article.com/ALMOST30 for $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more BLUblox | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a   Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media

Arthur Menard de Calenge joins us today as we're digging intoelectromagnetic frequency (EMF) radiation and how it can impact male fertility. Do you or your partner keep your cell phone in your pocket? Studies have proven that electromagnetic frequency (EMF) radiation harms both male and female fertility. With simple steps you can protect your fertility. This episode is a MUST for men. Especially if you are experiencing low sperm count, low motility, or DNA fragmentation. I’m excited to welcome Arthur Menard de Calenge. Arthur is the co-founder and CEO of Lambs. Lambs is pioneering personal protection in everyday garments with their proprietary radiation-proof technology.   In this episode you’ll learn: 1) What is EMF radiation and why does it matter for your fertility 2) How much radiation penetrates our body compared to 10 years ago. We discuss the effect this has on sperm health. 3) We discuss reasons for the decline of sperm counts and how EMF’s impact testosterone   Check out www.getlambs.com and use the coupon code GETPREGNANT for $20 off the order ($100 min). --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. For non US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20 minute intro video we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Protect Your Fertility From EMF’s:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-protect-your-fertility-from-emf-exposure/   How To Optimize Your Fertility By Including Your Partner:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-your-fertility-by-including-your-partner/

Dr. Marc Sklar joins us today as we're digging into how to choose the right IVF clinic and optimize your success As you know we take a functional approach to fertility so you can either “get" pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the clinic you can increase your chances of success. However, you have may have come to that place in your journey that IVF seems like your next logical step. Because you have already done these three (3) steps with your partner: - Identified the stressors using functional testing such as food sensitivities, gut infections, environmental toxins, mental emotional triggers and structural (i.e. pinched nerve) and had your blood chemistry review using functional reference ranges (to catch any missed healing opportunities). - Addressed the imbalances by making the targeted changes to your diet and lifestyle (this will take a minimum of six (6) months). Including retesting to ensure all infections are eradicated. - Optimized your body, mind and spirit to get in the best possible health for pregnancy and postpartum period. If you haven’t done this yet, I encourage you to check out Functional Medicine 101 to learn how the functional approach to fertility can help you get pregnant naturally. I wanted to give you some resources to help you figure out which clinic is right for you. I’m excited to welcome Dr. Marc Sklar to the podcast. He is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and trained at the Harvard Medical School, Mind/Body Medical Institute. On this episode you’ll learn: 1) How to choose the right IVF clinic. What to look out for (ie turnover of staff, age limits for treatment, if they are too busy to answer your questions (what this means for you as a patient) and cost. 2) What lab work you should be asking for before treatment starts (ie HSG, physical exam, anti-sperm antibodies, trans-vaginal ultrasound). 3) The do’s and don’t of a successful transfer. 4) Techniques to do at home to improve IVF.   --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. For non US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20 minute intro video we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   3 Reasons Why Your IVF Might Have Failed:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/3-reasons-why-your-ivf-might-have-failed/   How To Know What is Right For You After Reading It Starts With The Egg: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-what-is-right-for-you-after-reading-it-starts-with-the-egg/   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/

THE SOLO Everyone has had different experiences in quarantine and isolation — those who are enjoying it and others who are struggling & riddled with anxiety. As we see the world opening up again, we find ourselves thinking, “How can we maintain a sense of peace, groundedness, and a commitment to our evolution and growth?” That’s always been the point of this show, and this collective pause has really put a spotlight on the ways in which we must protect our energy and reflect on what’s truly important. We’ve also seen how focusing on personal growth can help us live a more aligned life and how making ourselves a priority positively affects other areas of our lives. K + L discuss how to reintegrate as the world finds its new normal and how to hold onto the lessons we learned during our time in quarantine.   We also talk about: Remembering what you love about being home  Being intentional about what you miss + why Adding things back into our schedule with intention Rocking your archetypes Remembering all that you’ve learned   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Check out our latest workbooks and downloadables: shopalmost30.com Check out our New Paradigm workshops at almost30podcast.com/new-paradigm.   Sponsors: YouVeda | Use code ALMOST30 for 35% at youveda.com. Bombas | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off your 1st order at Bombas.com/almost30 BLUblox | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a Perfect Keto | Go to www.perfectketo.com/almost30 to use code ALMOST30 for 20% off + Free Shipping.   Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media

Today we’re digging into 3 reasons why your IVF might have failed. I have experienced a failed IVF. After I had my daughter, we waited one year and then did a frozen embryo transfer. I was determined to have my kids close together. Like really determined! Unfortunately it did not work. We had to go on a list for a separate donor and had our son, three years later. I had no idea that there were specific steps I could take to improve my success with IVF and donor eggs. Before you go through another round of IVF lets take a targeted functional approach to WHY it’s not working in the first place. You’ll learn my top three reasons why your IVF may have failed.   This episode is for you: You have experienced a failed IVF treatment You are planning another IVF treatment You‘re not sure what to do to optimize your success   In this episode you’ll learn: 1) Missed physical and emotional stressors. These cause inflammation in the body and negatively impact hormones. We discuss specific steps to help with diet, environmental toxins, infections, and chronic stress so that you can reduce inflammation and prepare your body for a baby. 2) Missed healing opportunities. We discuss low vitamin D, thyroid dysfunction, long-term hormonal birth control use, blood sugar imbalance, chronic stress, over exercising, under fueling, obesity and trauma so that you can get to the bottom of why it’s not working. 3) Following generalized recommendations. These may have worked for someone else – but is it right for your body? Diets such as Keto, Paleo, Vegan, Whole30. Taking heaps of supplements that may be harmful for your fertility. Self-prescribing doesn’t work. You’ll figure out how to take a personalized targeted action plan that is right for “your" body so that you can improve your preconception health.   --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. For non US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20 minute intro video we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Contemplating IVF Listen To This First:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/contemplating-ivf-you-need-to-listen-to-this-first/   How To Know What is Right For You After Reading It Starts With The Egg: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-what-is-right-for-you-after-reading-it-starts-with-the-egg/   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/

Wendy Myers joins us today as we’re digging into heavy metals and how they can impact your fertility. We are exposed to over 85,000 chemicals in our environment. These chemicals negatively impact hormones and ultimately fertility. Specifically, exposure can negatively impact sex hormone production in men and women, contribute to irregular menstrual cycles, reduced testicular function and more. Exposure can include cigarette smoke, air pollution, plastics, tap water, ingesting fish and/or shellfish with mercury, rice which may contain arsenic just to name a few! All of us have some degree of heavy metal exposure, but some people are more sensitive to these heavy metals than others.  In our Couples Coaching program one of functional tests we have access to is the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis test. A Hair Mineral Analysis assesses your mineral levels and toxic heavy metal levels that are being eliminated into the hair. So many of us are eating the healthy nutrient dense diet and are well fed but undernourished, because our body is not absorbing the minerals. Let’s dig into how to minimize our exposure and balance our hormones. I’m excited to welcome Wendy Myers to the podcast. She is a detox expert, functional diagnostic nutritionist and NES Bioenergetic Practitioner In this episode you’ll learn: 1) The reasons that heavy metals accumulate in our bodies (ie missing nutrients for detoxification, mineral deficiency) 2) We discuss the top 4 heavy metals that cause hormonal balance (ie Mercury, Cadmium, Lead, Arsenic). 3) Strategies to help detox. (ie sauna, supplements – binders to remove toxins, the benefits of coffee enema and more). --- Text For US residents text FERTILE to 55444 to access your free fertility yoga video. For non US residents go to www.yogafreebie.com to access your free fertility yoga video. In this 20 minute intro video we focus on a calming and peaceful practice to connect back to our heart. These simple yoga poses can help quiet negative thoughts and make you feel more in control.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Why A Nutrient Deficiency Matters For Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-a-nutrient-deficiency-matters-for-fertility-2/   How To Know What is Right For You After Reading It Starts With The Egg: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-what-is-right-for-you-after-reading-it-starts-with-the-egg/   Functional Medicine 101:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/

Elyse Ash joins us today as we’re digging why support is so important during the fertility journey. When I was on my fertility journey – I thought I could do it all by myself. Because I was a strong woman, right? I didn’t need anyone else. I wasn’t crying everyday. So therefore I was fine? But I wasn’t. I was busy thinking about what I would do if it didn’t work. I was worried that I would bother someone with my sad news. I was so guarded, that I didn’t allow myself to feel all the feelings, because I thought if I was vulnerable I would crumble into a big heap and never get up again. No one really understood what I was going through. It wasn’t their fault; they just didn’t get it. And while I watched my friends get pregnant so easily, I pretended I was just fine. What I know for sure… is that support would have helped me cope in a much more positive way. We don’t need to go through this journey alone. It is not a sign of weakness to ask for support. It is brave. Today I’m welcoming Elyse Ash from Fruitful Fertility. She is the founder of Fruitful Fertility a mentorship community for women going through the fertility journey. On this episode you’ll learn: 1) Why is connection so important during infertility (especially during COVID). 2) What type of support may be more harmful than helpful (ie family, friends, social media) 3) What if we feel resistance to support (why this is a sign to dig deeper) 4) Why it is important to get support from someone on the other side of the struggle. Learn more about Fruitful Fertility here: www.fruitfulfertility.org Receive a special 20% discount when you use coupon code fabfertile. ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Know For Sure Which Diet Is Right For Your Fertility - https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-for-sure-which-diet-is-right-for-your-fertility/   What You Need To Know About The DUTCH Test and Fertility - https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-dutch-test-and-fertility/    

THE SOLO We’re stuck at home, and sometimes searching for something to help stimulate us. That yearning inspired Lindsey to ask herself, “What can support me, what can stimulate me, what can make me feel better?” During this time in quarantine, Lindsey has been focusing on the little things that bring her joy to bring her back to a state of gratitude. In today’s episode, Lindsey shares some of her go-to things that she’s using during this time to give her more energy, inspiration, grounding, or physical self-care. From what she puts on her face to in her tummy, or how she move stagnant energy, this is a super-tactical episode that we hope helps you wherever you are mentally, physically or spiritually while in quarantine   We also talk about: How Lindsey takes care of her skin Taking time to create Making appointments with yourself Lindsey’s favorite snack Having life in your space The ritual of getting coffee Balancing minerals in your body Getting high-quality sleep Designating time to completely shut off   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Check out our latest workbooks and downloadables: shopalmost30.com Learn to F*ck Like a Goddess with Alexandra Roxo in our upcoming New Paradigm workshop on May 30th at almost30podcast.com/new-paradigm. Iliabeauty.com Esarora Manicure Set Majestic Garlic BCAN 40" Foldable Mini Trampoline Bulletproof.com Gerolsteiner-usa.com REMedy Sleep Mask Parachutehome.com   Sponsors: Athletic Greens | Get 20 travel packs FREE ($79 value) with your first purchase at www.athleticgreens.com/almost30 BLUblox | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a Function of Beauty | Visit functionofbeauty.com/almost30 to save 20% off your first order Perfect Keto | Go to www.perfectketo.com/almost30 to use code ALMOST30 for 20% off + Free Shipping.   Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media

Sarah Clark and Brandy Buskow are digging into why an elimination diet is essential when trying to conceive. The first place we start with the couples in our Fab Fertile Couples Coaching Program is the elimination diet. It is the gold standard to figure out if you have a food sensitivity. We have BOTH partners do the elimination diet (it is not just about you changing your diet). It takes two to have a baby! And while the majority of couples that I speak with tell me they are eating a “clean” diet, most have not done the elimination diet. A food sensitivity is a stressor on the body and must be addressed (we see so many people get this wrong). If your body is mounting an immune response to your favourite foods, this causes inflammation. When your body is under attack from seemingly healthy foods (or even not so healthy foods) it wants to survive not procreate. Figuring out the diet that is RIGHT for you is essential when you are trying to conceive. This episode is for you: If you have tried making changes to your diet but didn’t notice any improvement - so you gave up. You’re already dairy and gluten free and so is your partner - but you are still not pregnant. You have made all the changes to your diet but your partner is still eating his regular diet. In this episode you’ll learn: 1) Is your infertility a symptom of something else going on in your body (Hint – digestive issues, skin problems, mood problems, joint issues and autoimmunity are ALL clues). 2) What is a leaky gut and why this matters if you are TTC. 3) Which foods to avoid during the elimination. How to reintroduce the foods (this part is crucial) 4) Which foods will you eat (it is NOT about starving or drinking green juice). 5) How to commit and actually start the elimination diet. Gluten light/dairy light do NOT work. 6) Supplement recommendations and lifestyle strategies to support you during elimination diet.   Step by step guide to the elimination diet to optimize your fertility. Check out the Fertility Preparation Program - 10 Day Elimination Diet (includes chef prepared receipes/meal plan/grocery shopping list) - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-preparation-program/   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.        Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Know For Sure Which Diet Is Right For Your Fertility - https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-for-sure-which-diet-is-right-for-your-fertility/   What You Need To Know About The DUTCH Test and Fertility - https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-dutch-test-and-fertility/      

THE INTERVIEW Shall we retire?  Glennon Doyle joins us today on Almost 30!!  Due to the current situation on planet Earth, we met over Zoom and she confirmed what we thought.  Glennon shows up for ev-er-y-thing with her whole heart and completely present.  We will hold this conversation close to our hearts forever. . We talk about “Untamed”,what it means to live untamed, how she is feeling in the midst of the pandemic, liberating ourselves (and others) with the truth, honoring your family by honoring yourself, being human, and feeling the feelings. We also talk about when women start to lose themselves, and she shares some profound stories about when she totally abandoned herself and how she’s been able to start trusting herself again.  Plus, Lindsey asks Glennon a question she has NEVER been asked before.  You won’t want to miss that.   We also talk about: The evolution of Glennon’s joy + how unrelatable joy can be to others The internalized misogyny that’s been placed in us Moving past the martyr mentality When we stop trusting ourselves Feeling everything Control versus trust Activism work   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Read: “Untamed” Instagram: instagram.com/glennondoyle Twitter: twitter.com/glennondoyle Facebook: facebook.com/glennondoyle Check out the lineup for upcoming workshops in our New Paradigm Digital Series: almost30podcast.com/new-paradigm Check out our latest workbooks and downloadables: shopalmost30.com   Sponsors: Brooklinen |  Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use code ALMOST30 at brooklinen.com  Daily Harvest | Use code ALMOST30 to get $25 off your first box at www.daily-harvest.com 99 Designs | www.99designs.com/almost30 for $25 off your first design contest BLUblox | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a Better Help | Visit betterhelp.com/almost30 for 15% off your first month. Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media

Brandy Buskow joins us today as we're digging into what to do after you’ve read - It Starts With The Egg! Today we’re the talking about what to do AFTER you’ve read the book It Starts With The Egg by Rebecca Fett. It Starts With The Egg has become the bible for egg health and really the infertility community. This well researched book includes actionable steps for diet, lifestyle and supplement recommendations. What if you’ve made ALL the changes and it still hasn’t worked? Does IVF seems like your next logical step? What we know after working with couples that are struggling with infertility is that taking a PERSONALIZED approach is the true path to optimizing health and fertility. Because even if it worked for someone else – it doesn’t mean the approach is right for YOUR body. We wanted to give some tips on what to do NEXT after reading the book. Today I'm welcoming Brandy Buskow back to the the podcast. Brandy is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. She is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Transformational Health Coach and EFT Practitioner. This episode is for you: If you have implemented the suggestions in the book and it still hasn’t worked If you were so overwhelmed by the book - that you didn’t know where to start Your partner isn’t making any of the suggested changes - just you! Steps to help his preconception health. You haven’t read the book – but you want to know how to improve egg quality and fertility naturally. On this episode you’ll learn: 1) Your Vitamin D levels are low. We know that low levels of Vitamin D can increase risk of miscarriage and fertility. But WHY are your levels low in the first place? We talk about factors the influence your Vitamin D (i.e. infections, autoimmunity etc.). What supplement you should be taking (this is regularly missed). 2) Your TSH is normal (or is it?). We see this ALL the time. Thyroid problems are common with premature ovarian failure/insufficiency, unexplained infertility and ovulatory disorders. Plus subclinical hypothyroidism increased to 15% with ovulatory infertility and 40% with of women with POF. Why looking at your TSH is not enough. 3) Food sensitivity – you’ve eliminated gluten and dairy (okay you still have the odd cheat day). Why digging into diet is KEY for your fertility. What you can do if you’ve tested negative for celiac (we talk about the frequency of false negatives). And discuss non-celiac gluten sensitivity and what we are seeing with our clients. 4) Environmental Toxins – you’ve tossed out the plastics, eliminated your EMF exposure (or have you – we regularly see people getting this wrong), you’ve changed all your personal care (but have you checked for common allergens), and you switched to non-toxic cleaning products. Right? What you could be missing. 5) You’re supplementing with melatonin. We see this all the time. It is recommended to supplement if you are going through IVF, but it may impair your ability to produce melatonin. But why is your melatonin low in the first place? Did you have it tested? Higher melatonin is found with those with high AMH counts and higher follicle counts. Do you know how to improve your melatonin? 6) You’re taking DHEA. It is the go to recommendation for those with diminished ovarian reserve (low AMH) and are preparing for IVF. Plus it helps to decrease miscarriage. But have your levels been tested? Why a blood test does NOT tell us the whole picture. Do you know WHY your levels are low in the first place? It is not about taking a reductionist viewpoint of your fertility. It’s about looking about at the WHOLE body. 7) We discuss the recommended supplements (ie prenatal, B12, CoQ10, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Alpha Lipoic, Myo-inositol, L- Carnitine and men’s supplement recommendations)   Although there is a lot of good research in the book, remember these are generalized guidelines. It takes a reductionist viewpoint of fertility. We look at the whole body. Not focusing on symptoms. Next steps: If you’ve read the book - made the changes and it hasn’t worked - book your free call to take a targeted/customized approach to your fertility - which includes your partner. Book a call (this call is for you AND your partner)   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.        Related episodes:   Is Gluten Causing Infertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/is-gluten-causing-infertility/ What Vitamin D levels mean for Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-vitamin-d-levels-mean-for-fertility/ The Link Between Thyroid Dysfunction and Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/the-link-between-thyroid-dysfunction-and-fertility/ AIP Diet for Hashimoto’s: https://fabfertile.com/blog/aip-diet-for-hashimotos-and-why-this-matters-if-you-are-ttc/ How To Reduce Toxins That Impact Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-reduce-toxins-that-impact-fertility/ Are Toxic Personal Care Products Impacting Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/are-toxic-personal-care-products-impacting-your-fertility/ How To Protect Your Fertility From EMF exposure: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-protect-your-fertility-from-emf-exposure/ Why Mitochondria Health is so important for fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-mitochondria-health-is-so-important-for-fertility/ Functional Medicine 101 and Your Fertility; https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/

Daniel DeBaun joins us today as we’re digging electromagnetic frequency (EMF) radiation and how it can impact your fertility. Ninety-six percent of Americans own a cell phone. Did you know that the EMF’s (electromagnetic frequency) radiation from our cell phone, tablets, laptops and Wi-Fi impacts both male and female fertility? Plus it impacts the unborn child during pregnancy. This is about awareness. Not fear. As Maya Agelou writes, ”Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better." It is time to take the phone out of your pocket. Remove the phone from our bedside table (if you need to use it as an alarm place it on flight mode). Yes it’s called a laptop, but take the laptop off our lap or get a protective case. And stop placing your cell phone to your ear! This episode is a MUST for men. Especially if you are experiencing low sperm count, low motility or DNA fragmentation. We'll discuss simple steps to minimize risk. Today I’m welcoming Daniel DeBaun, internationally recognized expert in EMF radiation, EMF shielding, and EMF-related health issues with special focus on the effect of exposure from mobile devices such as laptops, tablets, and cell phones. On this episode you'll learn: 1) What is EMF and why is minimizing exposure important someone dealing with infertility? 2) What do the studies tell us about male and female factor infertility (i.e. 6x increase in miscarriage, erectile dysfunction, lower sperm count, DNA fragmentation and more 3) Physical symptoms of EMF. What is EMF hypersensitivity (could this be you?). Common sources of EMF’s (i.e. electric blankets, microwave ovens, alarm clocks, hairdryers and more) 4) The difference between 4G and 5G and what the new rollout means for our health. How to protect ourselves from EMF’s. Save 20% by using (coupon code - getpregnantpodcast) at Defendershield: https://bit.ly/2WQ1RuV   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.        Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 and Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/ Are Toxic Personal Care Products Impacting Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/are-toxic-personal-care-products-impacting-your-fertility/ How To Optimize  Your Fertility By Including Your Partner:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-your-fertility-by-including-your-partner/

We’re here today to bring you a mind-expanding conversation with our special guest, Dr. Will Siu! Will is a physician who is in private practice in Los Angeles. He believes that lasting healing involves psychotherapy. When he is treating a client, he views himself as someone who can use his skills and experience to help them engage their inner healer to heal themselves.   In our conversation with Dr. Siu today, we’re aiming to stretch your concepts of reality by exploring the topic of hallucinogens and psychedelics. And we don’t know about you guys, but we’ve had mushroom and acid trips that have been seriously life-changing and have given us an entirely new perspective on life. We believe that hallucinogens can be a magnifying glass into the innermost workings of your soul, revealing areas you didn’t even know you worried about to come to the forefront so that you can do the work. There’s a true beauty to it with how beneficial they can be in terms of improving your mental health or getting you on the path to recovery.   It’s important to note that we’re not encouraging you to try these drugs, but rather open yourself up to the idea of these experiences without judgment — because that is the way that we all learn in this world. We truly don’t believe you should try anything that doesn’t speak to you. But, whether you’re partaking or not, we want you to open yourself up to the potential for what is available in the universe and what is possible beyond your current sphere.   IGNTD Specials: IGNTD Live Online Groups (Free for 14 Days) IGNTD Subscription ($43 per month & 30 days of Live Groups included) Sex, Love & Porn, Oh My! Live Workshop (May 4th) The Abstinence Myth, by Adi Jaffe — Get the book for free, just pay shipping!   Topics Discussed: [:01] About our new IGNTD subscription! [2:03] About today’s episode! [2:32] Reading our review of the week. [4:07] Sophie reads one of her favorite proverbs for her quote of the week. [4:40] An intro to today’s topic. [16:30] The beginning of our ‘fireside chat’ with Dr. Will Siu! [17:33] Dr. Will Siu speaks about the path that led him to discover hallucinogens as an alternative approach to recovery or mental health improvement. [22:44] Dr. Siu shares more about his journey into diving further into hallucinogens as a physician. [27:42] What people misunderstand about statistics, especially in healthcare. [31:21] The theme Dr. Will Siu has been seeing in wellness and how hallucinogens can address it. [31:46] Dr. Siu touches on the bridge between biology and environmental factors as well as functional medicine. [34:36] Adi shares his experience with hallucinogens. [37:07] What are some of the differences between therapeutic hallucinogenic use vs. recreational use? Why can it be helpful to have a therapist/healer guide you through a hallucinogenic experience? And can people get addicted to hallucinogens? [40:24] Talking ‘bad trips.’ [44:14] Are we still unclear about what a dosage means in regards to hallucinogens? Or are we able to measure out the ‘perfect’ dose for any given person? Dr. Siu provides his tips on dosing. [47:54] What can affect the effectiveness of hallucinogens as well as the ‘black market’ nature of hallucinogens. [48:27] Sharing how hallucinogens have helped both of us and the new perspective they’ve provided us. [52:11] Dr. Siu shares what comes up for him around the idea of whether ‘everyone’ should try hallucinogens or not vs. the possibility of many misusing/abusing said hallucinogens. He also touches on how he guides people through hallucinogens. [57:35] Sophie shares how she has seen the difference after using hallucinogens and the process of sensitization. [1:00:41] Dr. Siu provides listeners some actionable advice and tips around hallucinogens. [1:02:43] What has been the best advice Dr. Siu has ever received? 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THE INTERVIEW Dr. Laurie Santos teaches a course at Yale called Psychology on the Good Life that was inspired by her experience with her college students and their depression. She took a microscope to happiness, breaking down the why and how so that she could create science-based, tactical strategies for staying happy. Dr. Santos makes it so easy to understand the value of what people usually see as “fluff.” We talk about how to honor those who are struggling (while still maintaining our own sovereignty and happiness), the importance of a wealth of time versus money, and how meditation is  a happiness cheat code.   We also talk about: Adopting new social norms Why we crave social connection The hard part of happiness The causal effects of happiness The correlation between income and happiness level The importance of attitude, mindset, and behavior Time over money What we put in our body and how that affects our happiness Meditation as a happiness panacea   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Instagram: instagram.com/santoslaurie Twitter: twitter.com/lauriesantos The Happiness Lab Podcast: happinesslab.fm Enroll for FREE in Dr. Santos’ course: The Science of Well-Being Check out the lineup for upcoming workshops in our New Paradigm Digital Series: almost30podcast.com/new-paradigm Looking for some Inner Peace in this uncertain time? We’ve got you with our brand new Inner Peace Program: shopalmost30.com   Sponsors: Acuity Scheduling | Get a 45-day extended free trial by going to https://acuityscheduling.com/almost30. SAKARA | Go to sakara.com/almost30 and use code ALMOST30 for $60 off your first order Podcast Pro | Visit www.yourpodcastpro.com for courses that will take you step-by-step through the process of starting your own podcast. BLUblox | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a   Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media

And although the majority of partners are very supportive – they may not know what they can do to optimize their preconception health. So how can we get our partners more involved in the fertility process - and how will it make your journey easier, simpler and ultimately, more successful: This episode is for you: If your partner is supportive but he’s not sure what he can do to improve his preconception health or he isn’t open to making changes (what you can say to him - hint it’s not about convincing/nagging him). I discuss steps to help if you have low amh, DOR, POF/POI, unexplained - tip its not focusing on the diagnosis   Please refer to our disclaimer. The Get Pregnant Naturally podcast including show notes and links provides information with respect to healthy living, nutrition, lab testing and is intended for informational purposes only. The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, nor is it to be construed as such.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.    ---   RELATED EPISODES:   Functional Medicine 101 and Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How And Why To Do The Elimination Diet: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-and-why-to-do-an-elimination-diet-2/   It’s Time For A Second Opinion..What Are You Missing? https://fabfertile.com/blog/its-time-for-a-2nd-opinion-what-are-you-missing/  

Alison McLean joins us as we’re digging into chronic pain and how that can impact your fertility. When we are dealing with infertility it may feel overwhelming and knowing where to start may have us feeling stuck. That’s why our Fab Fertile Method takes a targeted approach to your preconception health. Our approach addresses the underlying stressors such as a food sensitivity, gut infection, environmental toxin exposure, mental/emotional stress and structural stress (i.e. pinched nerve, chronic pain). I wanted to explore chronic pain and how that impacts fertility. Whether it’s back, knee, neck or sciatica – chronic pain impacts more than 100 million Americans. We may not think this is related to our infertility, but it is a stressor on your body. And if your body is under attack it wants to survive, not procreate. Today I’m welcoming Alison McLean. She is a physical therapist, yoga therapist and massage therapist and specializes in chronic pain.   On this episode you’ll learn: 1) How chronic pain impacts our fertility and hormones 2) The top mistakes with chronic pain treatments. The most common types of pain (i.e. back, knee, sciatica and neck) and the impact on physical/emotional health. 3) Therapy, lifestyle, supplement and essential oil recommendations    Please refer to our disclaimer. The Get Pregnant Naturally podcast including show notes and links provides information with respect to healthy living, nutrition, lab testing and is intended for informational purposes only. The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, nor is it to be construed as such.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/     ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.    ---   RELATED EPISODES:   Functional Medicine 101 and Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How And Why To Do The Elimination Diet: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-and-why-to-do-an-elimination-diet-2/   It’s Time For A Second Opinion..What Are You Missing? https://fabfertile.com/blog/its-time-for-a-2nd-opinion-what-are-you-missing/  

Brandy Buskow joins us today and we’re taking your questions! Let's discover how a functional approach can prepare your body for a baby. When I was diagnosed with POF at 28 I didn’t get a second opinion. I went straight to donor eggs. I was disconnected from my body and wasn’t able to connect the dots. I became focused on my diagnosis and thought I only had one option. And then I discovered functional medicine. Which is a root cause approach that looks at the WHOLE body. We don’t need to wait for the clinics to open. Your body wants to procreate. You can get pregnant naturally. Injecting ourselves with medication is not the answer. Our body is desperately trying to tell us something. And when we ignore the signals it will shout at us in the form of disease. Let’s dig deeper to discover WHY it’s not working in the first place. Today we are answering your questions! Check out episode #6 for a functional medicine 101 talk plus a look at some of the tools we use to help couples conceive. You may know my story - check out episode how to get pregnant naturally with low amh, POF. Brandy is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. She is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Transformational Health Coach and EFT Practitioner.   On this episode you’ll learn: 1) Strategies to help PCOS and Type II diabetes. Plus our tips for low AMH and premature ovarian failure/premature ovarian insufficiency (how we’ve helped our clients get pregnant naturally or improve success with donor eggs). 2) What to do if you have an autoimmune disease (i.e. Hashimoto’s) and low AMH. We see this quite regularly. How the functional approach can help. Plus what you need to know about your TSH and hypothyroidism. 3) Dealing with miscarriage and what to do if you’ve been told there are issues with your pituitary gland. 4) How to prepare your body for pregnancy – what are the recommended steps to focus on for preconception health – BEFORE you start to try. 5) Recommendations for those over 40. 6) What steps to take to improve your luteal phase 7) Which water filter we recommend and why (i.e. hint you could be exposed to harmful endocrine disrupting chemicals), why coffee may be okay or not so good depending on your genetic makeup, 8) How to improve your egg health. Our top supplement recommendations. And which diet you and your partner need to start right now.   Please refer to our disclaimer. The Get Pregnant Naturally podcast including show notes and links provides information with respect to healthy living, nutrition, lab testing and is intended for informational purposes only. The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, nor is it to be construed as such.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/       ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.    ---   RELATED EPISODES:   Functional Medicine 101 and Your Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How to Get Pregnant Naturally with low AMH, Diminished Ovarian Reserve and POF:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-diminished-ovarian-reserve-or-pof/   How And Why To Do The Elimination Diet:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-and-why-to-do-an-elimination-diet-2/

Dr. Ann Barter joins us today as we're digging into mold exposure and what this means for your fertility. With the functional approach to fertility it is important to work on the basics such as diet, sleep, movement and stress. The basics are crucial to optimize your preconception health. And customizing this further with functional testing to check for food sensitivities, gut infections, mineral imbalance, thyroid dysfunction, blood sugar imbalance and more. But what if there has been water damage in your home or workplace? Could the root cause of your infertility be toxic mold exposure? Dr. Ann Barter is back on the podcast again and she is an expert on mold exposure.   On this episode you’ll learn: 1) Mold exposure and the link to infertility. Plus we discuss places in the country where there is a higher risk of mold exposure. 2) Symptoms of mold exposure. The difference between mold and mildew. How to test mold. How to get remediate (ie. get rid of it) mold – it’s not as easy as you may think. 3) What is the best test to determine if we have mold exposure. How to heal and detoxify from mold. Which foods to avoid. How our genes play a role in our ability to detoxify from mold.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/       ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.    ---   RELATED EPISODES:    Functional Medicine 101 https://fabfertile.com/?s=functional+medicine+101   How and Why To Do An Elimination Diet -https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-and-why-to-do-an-elimination-diet-2/   The Truth About Self Care and Your Fertility -https://fabfertile.com/blog/the-truth-about-self-care-and-your-fertility/

Melissa Strahan joins us today as we’re digging red light therapy and how this can help our fertility. We’ve all heard about blue and green light and how harmful that is for our hormones, but what about red light? It turns out that Red light therapy is backed by thousands of peer-reviewed medical studies and clinical trials, which have shown overwhelmingly positive results, and an almost total lack of side effects or health risks. Plus red light is beneficial for hormone balance. Today I’m welcoming the co-founder of Joovv, which is the leading manufacturer of personal, in-home red light therapy devices.   In this podcast episode you’ll learn: How red light therapy is beneficial for hormone balance and fertility. What the studies tell us about red light therapy and thyroid health, sleep, male fertility and boosting testosterone. Plus is it safe during pregnancy, which unit is best, how long should we use red light therapy and the frequency for best results.   Reference: Red Light Therapy, The Ketogenic Diet and Hormone Health - https://joovv.com/blogs/joovv-blog/the-ketogenic-diet-and-red-light-therapy   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/       ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.    ---   RELATED EPISODES:    What you need to know about blue light and fertility -https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-blue-light-and-fertility/ The mistake everyone makes about diet and fertility -https://fabfertile.com/blog/the-mistake-everyone-makes-with-diet-and-fertility/ Healthy Sleep, Sleep Apnea and why it matters for fertility -https://fabfertile.com/blog/healthy-sleep-sleep-apnea-and-why-it-matters-for-fertility/    

Today I’m digging into specific steps you can take to get pregnant - right now! If you are here right now – you want to get pregnant and have your baby. You may be feeling overwhelmed or not sure what to do next during these uncertain times. Know that NOW is the best time to prepare your body for a baby. This time will pass, but we don’t know when and we want to spend this time wisely. So you can consume more content. Read more blogs. Read more books. Consult Dr. Google. Or you can take ACTION. Until you start – nothing changes. Otherwise in 6 months – you’ll be in the same place. Or you can take advantage of this time. After all the universe/higher power/God has given it to you. That’s why - if you haven’t committed to a functional approach to your fertility – you are missing healing opportunities – that can help you get pregnant and have your baby. And waiting for the fertility clinics to open – is not your answer. In this podcast episode you’ll learn: If you feel like you don’t have enough time to prepare your body for a baby (i.e. you’re overdoing, feeling anxious about the world, and putting yourself last) You’ve already tried everything and you don’t know what to do next. I talk about the top top mistakes we see and how you can avoid them. You feel like IVF is your only option (i.e. you feel stuck during this time and have no idea what to do). I break down the exact steps you and your partner can take right now. ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/       ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.    ---        

Dr. Ann Barter joins us today as we're digging chiropractic care and how it can help your fertility. When you are on the fertility journey as you may know we recommend assembling your board of directors. Which may include your reproductive endocrinologist, OB/GYN, fertility coach, nutritionist, acupuncturist, chiropractor, fertility yoga and more! Not all at once – because that’s not economically practical or feasible – but the KEY is that you are in the center. You know your body best! I have to admit I came to the field of chiropractic care! But as I have assembled my own health team – chiropractic care now plays an essential role in my health and wellness. I want to explore how chiropractic care can help us during the fertility journey. Today I’m welcoming Dr. Ann Barter to the podcast. She graduated from the University of Western States in Portland, Oregon, an accredited 4-year Doctoral program that is considered a leader in evidence-based medicine.   In today’s episode you’ll learn: 1) How chiropractic care can help with fertility 2) The benefits of chiropractic care for stress, blood circulation, nervous system, digestion (absorbing minerals), eggs (fallopian tubes), pelvic alignment and breathing 3) What a treatment plan looks like. Duration/frequency and exercise we can do at home   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/       ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.    ---        

Dr. Jennifer Freed joins us today as we're digging into astrology, psychology and what this means for fertility journey. When we are in the middle of the struggle we may not even be able to see a way out. We may stop trusting our intuition or our psychic ability. We all have it – we may have been stopped listening. What if you knew everything was going to work out? How would you navigate the journey to have our child differently? Astrology can be a great place to help us renew our faith in the God, Universe or High Power. For years I thought it was all about my sun sign – Leo. It turns out our sun sign is the tip of the iceberg. Astrology can give us insight into our deepest desires, life lessons, personality traits, and our soul’s purpose. To fully experience the power of this episode be sure to download your natal/birth chart. Your natal/birth chart gives us a snapshot of the sky the date/time you were born. Go to www.astro.com to get your natal chart or https://cafeastrology.com/ - so you can follow along with our conversation. Follow along with Use Your Planets Wisely by my guest Dr. Jennifer Freed. She is a nationally-recognized expert, author, speaker, and consultant with over 25 years of experience in the fields of psychological astrology and social-emotional learning. What you’ll learn: 1) Astrology can give us better insight into our personality traits so we can authentically navigate difficult times. We can ask for what we need and minimize the self-judgement. 2) Our birth chart can give us clarity into so many different aspects of life - including our communication style. This includes how we receive and communicate information. The fertility journey can be fraught with triggers, comparison and feeling less than others. When we know our communication style we can move from reacting to responding. 3) Fine tuning our intuition and psychic ability can help us know there is another power (God/Universe/Higher Power) guiding us. This helps to better understand our inner workings, our uniqueness and commonalities with others.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/       ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.    ---   RELATED SHOWS:   How To Get Pregnant Naturally with low AMH, diminished ovarian reserve or POF:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-diminished-ovarian-reserve-or-pof/   Why IVF Should Be Your Last Step:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-ivf-should-be-your-last-step/   The Truth About Self Care and Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/the-truth-about-self-care-and-your-fertility/

Dr. Marisol Teijerio joins us today as We’re digging into poop and what this means for your fertility. I speak with so many couples that tell me they have digestive issues. They have issues such as constipation, diarrhea, gas and bloating. And while these symptoms can be common, they are not normal. I wanted to take a closer look at what exactly is going on with our poop. Yep it can be gross – but we all do it. If you are not eliminating toxins from our body – that means they are circulating in your system. And that can impact your hormones and ultimately your fertility. If you have digestive issues – that is a clue for you to tune into your what your body is desperately trying to tell you. Time to put on your detective hat – let’s go! Today I’m welcoming Dr. Marisol Teijeiro. Dr Teijerio is Naturopathic Doctor, and for over 15 years she has helped thousands of patients transition from irritable bowels to owning their own throne. In this episode we’ll discuss: How much we should be pooping each day. How big should our poop be? How long it take to go? What spackles, streaks, floating and the colour of poop mean for our health and fertility. What it means if we hyper wipe (i.e. we need to use half a roll of toilet paper to get clean). What our poop tells us about food sensitivities (really tune in here – because the majority of couples we work with have food sensitivities). What the link is between constipation and thyroid (we see this ALL the time). There are some simple steps to help. How castor oil can help with digestion and WAY more! We recommend this to all our 1:1 couples. You can grab your castor oil kit here: http://bit.ly/castoroilpodcast ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/       ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.    ---   RELATED SHOWS:   What you need to know about stool testing and fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-stool-test-and-fertility/   The Myths about fertility treatment that an keep you stuck:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/the-myths-around-fertility-treatment/   Why a Nutrient Deficiency Matters For Fertility:   https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-a-nutrient-deficiency-matters-for-fertility/

Brandy Buskow joins us today as we’re digging into stool testing and what it means for fertility. Yep…we’re talking about poop today! It’s the last place that your conventional doctor will look when you have infertility…while in functional medicine it’s one of the first places. I’ve shared with you about my food sensitivity…which I discovered years ago….and when I took out the foods…I gradually started to feel better (I discovered this too late, as I was fully in menopause – if you are still cycling naturally there are steps we can take!). And then years later after the food sensitivity, I discovered I had a gut infection too. I had H.Pylori, streptococcus and a fungal overgrowth and really high sensitivity to gluten (which I already knew – but the stool test confirmed it – so I had to watch out for cross reactors). When I found this out…I gotta tell you…I was upset! Okay I was pissed!!! Because I thought I was this super healthy person. Eating organic, taking out the inflammatory foods, eliminating the environmental toxins…you name it I was doing it….but like I’ve shared because my periods were irregular in my early 20’s, I was placed on hormonal birth control. Because I thought I was this super healthy person. Eating organic, taking out the inflammatory foods, eliminating the environmental toxins…you name it I was doing it….but like I’ve shared because my periods were irregular in my early 20’s, I was placed on hormonal birth control. I’ve talked about post birth control syndrome (this impacts our nutrient levels – you could be eating a super health diet – but not absorbing the nutrients, and it negatively impacts gut health (cue – leaky gut, food sensitivities and gut infections). That’s why a stool test is always a must if you are struggling with infertility. Especially if you have gone #glutenfree #dairyfree and still aren’t pregnant or able to carry your baby to term. Remember if your body is under attack it wants to survive not procreate. And if you have a gut infection…the body is under attack! Time to dig deeper! On this podcast you’ll learn: We review the top functional stool tests and which stool test we like and why. We discuss the link between gut infections such as (parasites, bacteria and fungal infections) and infertility. Plus which parasites are autoimmune triggers – we see so many people with autoimmunity and infertility. Why H.Pylori doesn’t always present with typical acid reflux symptoms (which was the case for me) and why it’s important to eradicate before #ttc. How to heal gut infections. The functional versus the conventional medical route – we discuss pro’s and con’s. Plus we talk about supplement recommendations. --- GI MAP Test Review - (your review includes 60 minute consultation, plus follow up with additional 30 minute consultation). Order your GIMAP Test Review here: https://fabfertile.com/product/gi-map-test-review/Once you have purchased your review we will send you the information about the cost of the test. Tests are shipped worldwide. All prices subject to change. ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/       ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.    ---     Related Shows:   The Dutch Test and Fertility with Dr. Carrie Jones -https://fabfertile.com/blog/the-dutch-test-and-fertility/   Blood Chemistry What it Means For Your Fertility -https://fabfertile.com/blog/blood-chemistry-what-it-means-for-your-fertility/   What You Need to Know About the Dutch Test and Fertility- https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-dutch-test-and-fertility/      

Brandy Buskow joins us today as we’re digging into Dutch Test and what it means for fertility. With conventional medicine when you get a blood test for your hormone levels…the approach is to treat the numbers. This is a Band-Aid approach. We need to ask WHY is there an imbalance in the first place. The functional approach seeks to find these answers….and allow your body to heal and prepare for pregnancy. Running to a fertility clinic FIRST without sorting out the WHY…doesn’t make sense and is and an out dated approach to infertility. We believe in a Round Table approach to healing. Which includes your RE, OB/GYN, Fertility Coach, Nutritionist, Acupuncturist, Chiropractor, Masseuse, Hypnotherapist etc). Not all at once of course! With YOU in the center. We are the conductor of our own healing…and the conventional model…excludes these essential opportunities for healing…and while this approach may work for some…there are others who experience…failed cycle after failed cycle…loss and heartbreak. My mission is for us to stop and actually listen to what our body is desperately trying to tell us. When your body is under attack (by either an autoimmune disease, gut infection, food sensitivity, high stress) it does not want to procreate…it wants to survive. Pushing ahead to a fertility clinic…when you have an infertility diagnosis without digging further does not make sense. Our take is to figure out the WHY first…make the necessary lifestyle shifts and either get pregnant naturally or if you need to go to the fertility clinic you will have set up your body for success. The DUTCH test is one of our go to tests to figure out the WHY. On this podcast you’ll learn: What it means when your melatonin is low and the connection to gut health. Why continuing to supplement without correcting the root cause doesn’t work. What your cortisol (stress hormone) means for fertility and steps you can take right now. Especially important if you have been under chronic stress. We discuss estrogen dominance (PMS, anxiety, anger, bloating etc) how the DUTCH test helps to give us clues for healing. We dig into low estrogen (which may be the case for low AMH, high FSH, low ovarian reserve…BUT may not be the case for all women with this diagnosis). How the DUTCH test goes deeper and shows us what is actually happening with estrogen levels. Why supplementing with DHEA for low ovarian reserve may not be the best option.   ---   Follow along as we review the DUTCH test - download the DUTCH test we discuss in the podcast here: https://fabfertile.sharefile.com/share/view/66f31e5eb00d4bd9   ---   DUTCH Test Review - (your review includes 60 minute consultation, plus follow up with additional 30 minute consultation).   ---   Order your DUTCH Test Review here: https://fabfertile.com/product/dutch-test-review/ Once you have purchased your review we will send you the information about the cost of the test (Approximate cost of test $ 250 USD). Tests are shipped worldwide. All prices subject to change.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---     Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/       ---     HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview     SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      ---     Related Shows:   The Dutch Test and Fertility with Dr. Carrie Jones -https://fabfertile.com/blog/the-dutch-test-and-fertility/   Blood Chemistry What it Means For Your Fertility -https://fabfertile.com/blog/blood-chemistry-what-it-means-for-your-fertility/   Why Stool Testing Is Essential During Infertility -https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-stool-testing-is-essential-during-infertility-2/

On today's episode we’re digging into why food sensitivity testing could give us clues about your fertility. I would say the majority of couples who we work with – tell us that they don’t have a food sensitivity. However, when they take a food sensitivity test coupled with the elimination diet, it turns out they do! Whether you have low AMH, premature ovarian failure/insufficiency, repeat miscarriage, unexplained infertility, fibroids, PCOS, endometriosis or male factor infertility – a customized diet is KEY. A food sensitivity is stressor on the body – and if your body is under attack it wants to survive not procreate. And while you may have tried lots of diets to maximize your fertility and not noticed any improvements – that’s because that diet worked for someone – but may not be the right diet for YOU!   On this podcast you’ll learn: What is the difference between a food sensitivity and a food allergy? How do we measure inflammation in the body? Which food sensitivity test do we like and why! What to do if you are gluten free and still not seeing results. Did you know there are other foods that your body will confuse with gluten? These foods will still cause inflammation in your body and not allow your body to fully heal.   ---   Food Sensitivity Test Review - (your review includes 60 minute consultation, plus follow up with additional 30 minute consultation). Order your Food Sensitivity Test Review here: https://fabfertile.com/product/leap-mrt-test-review/ Once you have purchased your review we will send you the information about the cost of the test (Test costs vary between $ 300 USD - $ 550 USD). Tests are shipped worldwide. All prices subject to change.   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   Got questions - Join and ask away!  Fab Fertile Support Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/   Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/ Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.    ---     Related Shows:   How and Why To Do An Elimination Diet -https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-and-why-to-do-an-elimination-diet-2/ The Mistake Everyone Makes About Diet and Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/the-mistake-everyone-makes-with-diet-and-fertility/ AIP Diet for Hashimoto’s And Why It Matters if you are TTC:   https://fabfertile.com/blog/aip-diet-for-hashimotos-and-why-this-matters-if-you-are-ttc/

Kela Smith joins us today as we’re digging into fertility superfoods easy ways to get them into your diet. As you may know – as far as diet is concerned - we suggest you and your partner start with the Elimination Diet – we tell you exactly how to do it on the on the episode – How and Why To Do An Elimination Diet. Of course you know eating processed foods and fast food is not good for your health or your fertility. And yes this does require planning. Even though I am a planner at heart, I was not the type of person to pack my lunch or throw snacks in my purse before I went out. I just left and grabbed food on the go! All this changed when my health began to suffer. I had to make a change. I had my why! And you have your why too – having your baby. By taking a few minutes each day you can begin to nourish and prepare a solid foundation for your baby. There is no magic pill. You can’t out supplement a poor diet. We’re giving you easy hacks you can use right now to improve your diet. Today I’m welcoming Kela Smith. Kela is quadruple certified holistic health and wellness coach In this episode we’ll discuss What you can do if you have a negative mindset towards cooking. Please know you are not alone – I can’t tell you how many times I used to order take out! We’ll give you some tricks to reframe how you look at food and cooking. Setting an intention to finally prioritize healthy eating. We bust all those home cooking myths. What you can do if you don’t know how to cook. We talk about our easy one pot fertility recipes. Plus we discuss how to get fertility super foods into your diet, and some food combinations that balance hormones. ---   ***INFORMATION*** Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   ****************** Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   More ways to support you to get pregnant naturally: Fabulously Fertile Book - https://fabfertile.com/product/fabulously-fertile/ Fabulously Fertile Cookbook - https://fabfertile.com/product/fabulously-fertile-cookbook/ Fertility Preparation Program - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-preparation-program/ Fab Fertile 6 week online Yoga Series - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-yoga-series/   --- Don't forget to check out my Resources page for more information and products that will help you on your fertility journey: https://fabfertile.com/resources/  

CATCH UP WITH K + L To kick off today’s episode on hormones, K + L share some background on their journeys, and what they focus on today. They dig into the healing of hormones, like changing aspects of their diets and aligning workouts to their cycles. The ladies also explain why they decided to stop synthetic birth control and how it affected them after.   THE INTERVIEW Today we are talking hormones, cycle syncing, and sex with Functional Nutritionist, Women’s Hormone Expert and author of the Top 50 bestselling women’s health book, WomanCode Alisa Vitti! Her new book, In the FLO, teaches you how to biohack your cycle for better health, sex, productivity, and relationships using The Cycle Syncing Method. Alisa explains the four phases of our cycles and the corresponding hormones. She explores how your diet and exercise can vary depending on the phase you are in, revealing that napping can be just as effective as working out! We talk about how to unlock creative power, connect more with your feminine, and have increased energy with each phase. Alisa also unpacks the health benefits of the orgasmic plateau, the amount of foreplay you need during each phase, and supplements for orgasms and libido.   We also talk about: Infradian clock vs. circadian rhythm Men vs. women’s hormone cycles Signs your hormones are out of balance POWR acronym 1st step to beginning Cycle Syncing Method Hormonal birth control’s effect on the (lack of) phases Orgasmic plateau vs. climax Key things to know for sexual response Which phases are wet or dry Cycle Syncing when transitioning sex   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com! Resources: Learn more: floliving.com Instagram: @floliving Book: WomanCode ; In the FLO Your PodcastPro: yourpodcastpro.com   Upcoming Events: February 29th: Malibu, CA with Jenna Zoe May 5th - 8th: Almost 30 Retreat at Calamigos Ranch Malibu   Sponsors: Comrad Socks | Visit comradsocks.com/almost30 or use code ALMOST30 at checkout for 20% off your first order. Third Love | Head to thirdlove.com/almost30 for 15% off your first purchase! MINERAL | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at https://mineralhealth.co/ Vahdam Teas | Visit vahdamteas.com/collections/almost30 and use code ALMOST30 for 20% off the entire catalogue. BLUblox | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off at blublox.com/?rfsn=3584362.77408a Modern Fertility | www.modernfertility.com/almost30 for $20 off your fertility test.   Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media

Maggie Berghoff joins us today as we're digging into the top environmental toxins and how they impact fertility. Many of us know how mental emotional stress impacts our fertility, but we may not know the impact of environmental stress. We’re exposed to chemicals in our food, our personal care products (yes this includes feminine hygiene products) and cleaning products. Turns out these chemicals are linked to endocrine disruptors that impact both male and female fertility. And the studies prove it: Women with a history of miscarriage may have up to 300% more of a chemical used in perfumes and cosmetics in their bloodstream than women who have never miscarried. (Human Reproduction Journal) Two common chemicals found in leather upholstery, carpets, soap, toothpaste, and even baby bottles have been linked to high infertility rates. (American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology) Today I’m welcoming Maggie Berghoff. Maggie is a functional medicine nurse practitioner and health consultant. In this episode we’ll discuss: How to replace your products with non-toxic options (it’s not about throwing out all your products (that can create more stress!). How to ensure your water is safe - what you need for a filter and what you could be missing in the shower. What to do about the air you breathe – filter recommendations and why indoor air pollution is worse that outdoor Blue Light exposure – we’re big on this one – we’re all exposed to blue and green light from our tablets/computers/phones – this impacts our melatonin which is essential for male and female fertility Sound exposure – noise activates a stress response, which triggers a release of cortisol. We discuss how to minimize your exposure. EMF exposure – we discuss how to minimize WiFi and 5G and why this matters for fertility   Registration for Mindfulness Fertility Series - Doors Close Today - Jan 27th at midnight PST (course starts Jan 30/2020): https://fabfertile.clickfunnels.com/launch-page-1ag9aafrq   --- ***INFORMATION*** Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ******************   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   More ways to support you to get pregnant naturally: Fabulously Fertile Book - https://fabfertile.com/product/fabulously-fertile/ Fabulously Fertile Cookbook - https://fabfertile.com/product/fabulously-fertile-cookbook/ Fertility Preparation Program - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-preparation-program/ Fab Fertile 6 week online Yoga Series - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-yoga-series/   --- Don't forget to check out my Resources page for more information and products that will help you on your fertility journey: https://fabfertile.com/resources/

Larry and Belinda Wurn join us today as we’re digging into using physical therapy to break up adhesions - also known as scar tissue. Did you know that many of us have scar tissue or adhesions? These adhesions can develop after traumatic events such as surgery, car accidents, sexual abuse, fibroids, endometriosis, PCOS, bladder infections, hormonal imbalances and more. We believe in a functional approach to fertility, which addresses all the stressors in the body. Such as food sensitivities, gut infections, environmental toxins exposure, mental emotional stress and structural stress. Many times during the fertility journey we focus a lot on mental emotions stress (and while this is essential), if the other stressors are not addressed – healing opportunities can be missed. Today I’m welcoming Larry and Belinda Wurn. Together, they developed the Wurn Technique® and Clear Passage Approach®, a non-surgical treatment for chronic pain, female infertility, bowel obstruction, and sexual dysfunction. Their technique is supported by medical studies published in Fertility and Sterility and more. Learn more here. In this episode we’ll discuss: What are adhesions (also known as scar tissue) and how they impact fertility How to know if you have adhesions How this treatment helps with fibroids, unexplained infertility, endometriosis, PCOS, blocked fallopian tubes and hormonal imbalances How long the treatment works and what the medical studies tell us about efficacy   --- Registration for Mindfulness Fertility Series Open Today - early bird expires Jan 21st (course starts Jan 30/2020): https://fabfertile.clickfunnels.com/launch-page-1ag9aafrq ---   ***INFORMATION*** Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ******************   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   More ways to support you to get pregnant naturally: Fabulously Fertile Book - https://fabfertile.com/product/fabulously-fertile/ Fabulously Fertile Cookbook - https://fabfertile.com/product/fabulously-fertile-cookbook/ Fertility Preparation Program - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-preparation-program/ Fab Fertile 6 week online Yoga Series - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-yoga-series/   --- Don't forget to check out my Resources page for more information and products that will help you on your fertility journey: https://fabfertile.com/resources/

Karen Martel joins us today as we're digging into how to lose weight and what that means for fertility. If you could snap your fingers and lose the weight you would! Easier said than done, right? This can be especially stressful when you are trying to conceive, because a doctor may have told you that you must lose weight to attempt IVF. So before you dust off your running shoes and start that diet again, I want you to consider a new approach to losing weight that can also improve your fertility. You may know what the research tells us, but let’s review it again. Being overweight can impact ovulation, hormone balance, negatively impact IVF success rates, and lead to a higher rate of miscarriage. Plus babies born to women with a BMI (body mass index) of 30 or greater have an increased risk of having birth defects, such as heart defects and neural tube defect. And it’s not just women. Obesity in men is associated with lower testosterone and impaired sperm quality, as well as a higher rate of erectile dysfunction. That’s why the functional approach offers an exciting new approach to weight loss. With our Fab Fertile Method we don’t focus on the weight, however when we make customized diet and lifestyle changes, weight loss is a surprising benefit. Today I’m welcoming Karen Martel. Karen is a Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach and weight loss expert. In this episode you’ll learn: How food sensitivities impact weight loss (hint – we see this all the time!). How blood sugar impacts weight loss (if your blood sugar is on a roller coaster it can wreak havoc on your hormones) The connection between gut infection and excess weight The link between thyroid dysfunction and the inability to lose weight Sign up for the Mindfulness Fertility Series wait list here: https://fabfertile.clickfunnels.com/optingz3vmyii ---   ***INFORMATION*** Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ******************   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   More ways to support you to get pregnant naturally: Fabulously Fertile Book - https://fabfertile.com/product/fabulously-fertile/ Fabulously Fertile Cookbook - https://fabfertile.com/product/fabulously-fertile-cookbook/ Fertility Preparation Program - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-preparation-program/ Fab Fertile 6 week online Yoga Series - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-yoga-series/   --- Don't forget to check out my Resources page for more information and products that will help you on your fertility journey: https://fabfertile.com/resources/

Andy Mant joins us today as we’re digging into the impact blue light has on sleep and why this matters for fertility. I can’t tell you how many couples we’ve worked with – who have issues with their sleep. From insomnia, having a hard time falling asleep, waking up during the night to feeling exhausted when they wake in the morning….sleep matters for your health and especially for fertility. That’s why we work on sleep hygiene and a big part of that is minimizing light exposure. We are exposed to this harmful light from our phones, tablets, computers, lights in our house. Research has found that light exposure can impact your mood, your weight, your risk level for certain types of cancers and your reproductive health. The blue and green light impacts our melatonin production – which directly impacts both male and female fertility. That’s why we recommend blue and green light blockers to all of our clients. Today I’m welcoming Andy Mant. Andy is the founder and CEO of BLUblox, a company specializing in evidence-based advanced light filtering eyewear. In this episode we’ll discuss: What is blue light and why do we need to protect ourselves from blue light if we are trying to conceive. How blue light impacts our melatonin production and why this is important for both male and female fertility. Plus how to know if we are really getting good quality sleep and how minimizing our light exposure can improve sleep. --- ***INFORMATION*** Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ******************   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to recieve 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide.   More ways to support you to get pregnant naturally: Fabulously Fertile Book - https://fabfertile.com/product/fabulously-fertile/ Fabulously Fertile Cookbook - https://fabfertile.com/product/fabulously-fertile-cookbook/ Fertility Preparation Program - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-preparation-program/ Fab Fertile 6 week online Yoga Series - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-yoga-series/   --- Don't forget to check out my Resources page for more information and products that will help you on your fertility journey: https://fabfertile.com/resources/

Do you often worry that you’ll  “lose control” when it comes to food during the holiday season? Or do you get anxious when anticipating weight-based comments from friends and family you haven’t seen in a while? If you answered yes, then you don’t want to miss this episode. In today’s podcast, we’re talking about intuitive eating during the holidays with nationally-recognized food & nutrition expert Cara Harbstreet of Street Smart Nutrition. Using a non-diet approach, Cara works to help people rediscover the joy in eating deeply nourishing meals without restriction or fear. In this episode, we talk about practicing intuitive eating during the holidays, navigating the weight-based comments that come up from our family members, & more!   For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast.   HOOKUP CODES: FabFitFun: Use coupon code FOODHEAVEN for $10 off your first box at www.fabfitfun.com BluBlox: Use code FOODHEAVEN for 15% off BluBlox blue-light blocking glasses Eaton Hemp: Use code FOODHEAVEN for 20% off your first order while supplies last   Produced by Dear Media