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Welcome to day#3 of our Mini-Series on the impact of stress on fertility. If someone told me that my premature ovarian failure/insufficiency diagnosis was related to food sensitivities, gut infections, thyroid imbalance, blood sugar imbalance, and chronic stress…I probably would have been shocked. When I was diagnosed with POF/POI almost 20 years ago – no one was talking about this. My only hope for children was donor eggs. The doctors told me so. And unfortunately, this is still the same standard advice 20 years later. That is why I have devoted my time to work with complex cases such as low AMH, high FSH, POI/POF, and DOR. Because although you may have been told that donor eggs are your only option unless the biochemical stressors are addressed – major healing opportunities are routinely are missed. There is a reason WHY it’s not working and when we address the root cause we can get pregnant naturally. In this episode you’ll learn: 1) How biochemical stressors impact our fertility and how to address the imbalances so that we can get pregnant naturally 2) Why focusing on your diagnosis can set you back and how to fast track your success 3) Which diet and lifestyle factors can help improve your chances of pregnancy success ---- TIMESTAMPS: 05:08- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND JUSTINE'S BIO 06:17- FOOD SENSITIVITIES AND GUT INFECTIONS Food sensitivities and figuring out which foods are causing you issues Sometimes it is not obvious that we have the sensitivity and that is why testing is so important Gut infections and the root cause 10:52- BLOOD SUGAR IMBALANCE 12:03- THYROID IMBALANCE & LINK TO STRESS 13:18- ENVIRONMENTAL STRESSORS Looking at the food we are eating and the water we are drinking Sperm health and environmental stressors Fertility has dropped more than 50% over the last 40 years, why? 15:41- HORMONAL IMBALANCE Cortisol, stress, and the body’s depletion of resources “Ultimately we want to get to the root cause.” 17:24- LEAKY GUT, WHAT CAUSES IT? 18:57- IMMUNE SYSTEM “It all comes back to the gut.” 20:49- THE IMPACT OF STRESS “Stress is the name of the game.” “Every time you do something that is stressful to the body it is causing some level of inflammation.” 21:31- REDUCING INFLAMMATION AND DIET CHANGES 22:36- LOOKING AT YOUR LIFESTYLE AND SUPPLEMENTS What we are looking for in a supplement 23:58- FINAL THOUGHTS FROM JUSTINE 24:45 WHAT THE FABFERTILE METHOD INCLUDES ----   Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   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/  

Welcome to day#2 of our Mini-Series on the impact of stress on fertility. I know when I was on the fertility journey I wouldn’t have said I was stressed. I now know that I experienced chronic stress for years. I always felt tense and anxious (I had TMJ and at one point couldn’t even open my mouth to eat). I was very controlling and felt the need to plan everything. I was super impatient and put a lot of pressure on myself to keep going (I didn’t even take time to grieve when I received my POF diagnosis) I kept focused on my plan to get pregnant. I didn’t tune into what my body was desperately trying to tell me. I felt stuck in my job because what I really wanted was to get pregnant and stay home with my baby…and nothing seemed to be working. I felt frustrated and powerless. I was so guarded. Because I felt if I was vulnerable I wouldn’t be able to cope with the anger and sadness. This is all hindsight of course. It is hard to see your own issues when you are stuck in the middle of a struggle. It’s taken years of work and self-discovery to ultimately be less hard on myself and give myself some grace. When we cultivate self-awareness we can let our walls down and the healing can begin. Chronic stress can wreak havoc on our health and reproductive system. It can seem overwhelming but with targeted steps, we can address chronic stress so that you can prepare for a successful pregnancy. What you will learn: 1) How chronic stress impacts all systems of the body including reproductive health (and what you can do to minimize your risk) 2) Why addressing situational stress with infertility and also how to address mood imbalances that you have experienced for years (ie. ADHD, brain fog, anxiety, depression) and why this matters for fertility 3) How to address chronic stress with simple techniques you can implement today so that ---- TIMESTAMPS: 05:10- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND JUSTINE'S BIO 06:32- SARAH & JUSTINE’S PERSONAL STORIES OF DISCOVERING THE IMPACT OF STRESS Getting stuck on the diagnosis and not addressing what is really going on “Everything is connected.” 10:43- WHAT HAPPENS WHEN OUR BODY EXPERIENCES STRESS? Cortisol’s role in stress and what is happening to our body physically “The real solution is that we have to stop the flow of stress.” 14:48- DIFFERENT FORMS OF STRESS Although there are different reasons for stress it has similar effects The functional medicine matrix and how stress affects this “Every bit of stress leads to every other bit of stress.” How our body adapts to the environment we are in (and how that affects your fertility) 19:32- STRESSORS CAN BE REAL OR PERCEIVED “The body she is whispering to you every day.” We are always getting clues and we have to listen 21:15- VARIOUS WAYS TO ADDRESS STRESS Therapy, movement, tapping, breathing, sleep, etc. You don’t have to do everything- there is a method to the madness 24:49- WHAT THE FABFERTILE METHOD INCLUDES ----   Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   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/  

Welcome to day#1 of our Mini-Series on the impact of stress on fertility. Over the next 3 days, I’ll be giving you actionable steps that you can implement right now to reduce the top stressors so that you can optimize your body for pregnancy success. We all know that mental-emotional stress can impact our health, but what impact does it have on our fertility? I’m sure someone has probably told you ”just relax… you’ll get pregnant”. And while this advice may be well-meaning – it is completely unhelpful and places blame on you. Because after all if you could relax and get pregnant you would have done it already! It may seem unfair that other people don’t have to change their diet, down a million supplements, and never meditate and get pregnant with ease…while you’re stuck doing “all things” and it's not working. And this could keep you stuck in comparison. I know we’ve all been there and it can be a slippery slope that is disempowering and can lead to hopelessness. I wanted to give you some steps to help so that you can address mental-emotional stress and prepare your body to get pregnant naturally. In this episode you’ll learn: 1) Does stress actually cause infertility - we break down the common myths 2) Why telling someone to relax or blaming yourself for stress is not helpful 3) How to address mental-emotional stress so that you can have pregnancy success ---- TIMESTAMPS: 05:13- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND JUSTINE'S BIO 06:20- QUESTIONING THE IMPACT Of STRESS ON FERTILITY Reducing stress but also reducing the BLAME “Stress manifests itself differently in every person.” “Stress has the ability to affect fertility.” Secondary infertility, autoimmune disease, and loss of resources on the body 13:55- IS THERE RESEARCH ADDRESSING STRESS AND FERTILITY? “When we address stress, then pregnancy rates increase.” The trauma of infertility and stress from the diagnosis 17:26- THEMES WE SEE IN STRESS Overworking and learning to take care of yourself Addressing stress in “every direction.” Stress in your job and making adjustments Being ‘Type A’ and dealing with impatience The business of infertility and the pressure to make something happen now “We need to teach our body that it is safe.” The stress of comparison 23:54- HOW TO REDUCE STRESS The “menu” of reducing stress and finding what is right for you. 26:11- FINAL THOUGHTS FROM JUSTINE Everything is affecting everything else 27:13- WHAT THE FABFERTILE METHOD INCLUDES   ---- Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   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/

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/

Jennifer Robertson joins us today as we're digging into lessons learned from the fertility journey. If someone told me there were valuable life lessons I would learn from the fertility journey – when I was right in the middle of the struggle – I probably would have told them where to go. And it may be easy to share these lessons when we’re on the other side of the journey but we share them because maybe you can see some of yourself in our story. What I know for sure is this journey will force us to look at the hard stuff like impatience, our controlling nature, our need to plan it all out, the frustration when it doesn't go the way we imagined, and heartbreak month after month. Most women tell me one of the most painful parts of the TTC journey is the overwhelming feeling that we’re behind as everyone else moves forward with their lives. We can let this journey consume us or we can begin to reframe it so we can visualize a positive outcome. If you can see your patterns that are the first step towards changing the story (after all you are not the voice in your head). So how do we move forward on our own terms so that we can feel empowered and hopeful as we prepare for pregnancy success? Jennifer Robertson joins us today! Jennifer is a fertility coach and has helped women all over the world transform their mindset and take back control of their life in the midst of infertility. She is the author of The Injustice of Infertility, a true account of her own seven-year fertility journey. In this episode you'll learn: 1) The biggest lessons learned from the journey so that you don’t waste time doing the wrong things that don’t get you closer to pregnancy success. 2) Why this journey is so hard and all-consuming and how to realize you are NOT your fertility journey. 3) What do if you have a picture in your head of how you would conceive your baby and now it is completely different? 4) What happens when we don’t grieve and why confronting our fears and hard emotions allow us to take back control. 5) Steps to move forward so that we can approach this journey on our own terms. ---- Download a free chapter of - The Injustice Of Infertility - https://www.jenniferrobertson.co/pl/232854 ---- TIMESTAMPS: 05:01- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND JENNIFER ROBERTSON’S BIO   05:55- JENNIFER’S FERTILITY STORY Miscarriages, IVF’s, journey in surrogacy    09:44- INTRO TO LESSONS LEARNED IN THE FERTILITY JOURNEY   10:45- THE GRIEF AND TRAUMA OF INFERTILITY Feeling like you need to “suck it up” and are a failure The reality and weight of the fertility journey “If you view it as trauma, it is.”       14:28- THE ROLE OF PERSONALITY AND BEING “TYPE-A” The belief that “working harder” only is what gives you results   “You are not producing a baby, you are creating a baby.”   “There is so much extra power in slowing down.”     Letting go of control in uncertain circumstances. The temptation to “rank” pain and not feeling like you have the right to feel Being grateful but still wanting more   21:48- LEARNING TO ASK FOR HELP Taking a big picture perspective and understanding you are in a season Not being CONSUMED with infertility and finding balance Different ways that built up emotions can manifest (anger, overworking, etc) The fear of dealing with your emotions   29:46- STRESS MANIFESTING AS OVERPLANNING/CONTROL Dealing with the feeling of no control over surrogacy   “There is so much extra power in slowing down.”     33:44- STRUGGLING WITH COMPARISON Why searching for “the reason” can lead “us down a slippery slope”   “You don’t have anything to prove. You don’t have to be the hero.”   Developing healthy boundaries and saying ‘no’   37:17- WHAT HAPPENS IF WE ARE NOT DEALING WITH OUR GRIEF   “Grief is the heaviest thing we will ever have to carry”   Why grief is not linear and more like a “ping-pong ball” The importance of identifying what we are feeling   “Emotions were created for us to feel them.”   “Grief is about giving yourself permission to feel.”     Unhealthy ways we try to cope with our grief Acknowledging how amazing your body is even in the midst of infertility Getting to a place where you can enjoy your life right now, not just when you have your baby   48:10- FAVORITE RESOURCES 51:04- SUCCESS STORY   ---- Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   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 Not To Waste Time When You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/   How To Know Which Supplements To Take When You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-which-supplements-to-take-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/  

Nancy Weiss joins us today as we're digging into how to tap into your spirituality so that you know that your baby is coming. Many times when we’re in the middle of a struggle we can’t even see a way out. However, every struggle has a beginning, middle, and end. And while you may be stuck in the messy middle you do have a choice about how you navigate the fertility journey. That why I designed the Fab Fertile Method to improve your mind, body, and spirit for increased chances of pregnancy success. Because we can address the food sensitivities, eliminate gut infections, balance blood sugar, optimize thyroid health, but if you are stuck in comparison, feel overwhelmed, and have given up hope – working on your mindset and visualizing a positive outcome is equally as important as balancing your biochemistry so that you see a positive pregnancy. Today we are getting woo woo (and yes I love the woo!). I’m excited to welcome Nancy Weiss back to the podcast. Nancy is a Fertility Coach and Reiki Master who supports women by guiding them to awaken their spiritual energy to give life to the baby of their dreams. She teaches powerful energy and manifestation techniques, chakra balancing and blends it all with energy healing and spirit baby communication for profound transformation. Nancy is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She offers distance reiki/intuitive/clairvoyant readings in 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.   In this episode you’ll learn: 1) Why it’s important to tap into your spirituality when you are TTC. How to connect to the universe/high power/God so that you can visualize positive pregnancy success. 2) How to access our intuition to help with uncertainty, decision making so that we can reduce stress and worry. 3) What to expect during an intuitive reading/distance reiki session. 4) What are spirit babies and how we can learn to trust and look for the signs on the fertility journey. 5) Tips to deepen our spiritual practice so that we can access a profound sense of peace. ---- TIMESTAMPS:   05:14- INTRO TO TODAY'S TOPIC & NANCY WEISS' BIO 08:20- TAPPING INTO SPIRITUALITY DURING YOUR FERTILITY JOURNEY Developing unwavering faith What about our religious beliefs- would this interfere? 13:04- HOW DO WE BECOME MORE AWARE OF OUR ENERGY? The importance of (and how to) slow down The disconnect we often have with ourselves "You need to become more mindful." "Be mindful of your outer world so you can be more aware of your inner world." 16:55- INTUITION vs. FEAR Accessing your intuition and hearing your higher self "When we access our spiritual side we are accessing our heart." Using our intuition (small practices) Moving away from fear-based decisions "When we have fear it separates us from reaching our goal." Feeling comfortable with your decisions 22:49- WALKTHROUGH OF NANCY'S PROCESS How Nancy walks clients virtually through energetic healing 28:10- NANCY'S JOURNEY DISCOVERING HER GIFTS Discovering and owning her gifts When she discovered she was clairvoyant 31:45- WHAT ARE SPIRIT BABIES? 35:49- WHAT IF WE HAVE EXPERIENCED LOSS? HOW IS THIS HELPFUL? 36:55- HOW DO WE DEEPEN OUR SPIRITUAL PRACTICE? Heart chakra exercises, forgiveness practices, etc "When we have grief and hurt it shuts us down." Opening lines of communication in the midst of pain 39:52- WHAT IF WE STRUGGLE VISUALIZING? FINDING HOPE? Starting where you are at Simple practices to start with 41:46- NANCY'S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS Conception contacts and blocked emotions 46:07- SUCCESS STORY 48:54- FINAL THOUGHTS The importance of CONSISTENCY and committing to the practice When you connect with your intuition decisions start to FEEL good   ---- Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   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 Know Which Supplement to Take When You Are TTC - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-which-supplements-to-take-when-you-are-ttc/   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/

Justine Altman joins us today as we’re digging into the basic supplements you need to know about if you are TTC. There is a lot of information about which supplements are right for fertility. And like most women that I speak with you are probably taking A LOT of supplements. But are these supplements optimizing or harming your fertility? And taking supplements for years and not really knowing WHY or if they are helpful...doesn’t make sense either! As you may know, we take a functional approach to fertility and while supplements are included in our customized protocols (which are based on testing) - they are only a part of the equation. Because there is no magic pill you can take that will out supplement the basics - such as diet, sleep, movement, and stress. That’s why we wanted to talk about the BASIC supplements that we DO recommend for both men and women so that you don't waste time and money taking the wrong ones. 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) How to watch out for dyes, fillers, and top allergens in your supplements 2) Our take on generalized fertility supplement recommendations (are they worth your money?) i.e. chastetree, maca, royal jelly, bee pollen, zinc, iron 3) Our basic (these are the supplements you need to be taking if you are TTC) supplement recommendations (your partner is included too!) 4) Our approach with supplements and why they are only part of the equation. We discuss the importance of diet, sleep, exercise, and stress so that you can prepare your body in the best way for pregnancy success.   TIMESTAMPS:   05:29- JUSTINE'S BIO 06:19- WHY WE ARE ADDRESSING SUPPLEMENTS  Why taking heaps of supplements can be problematic Why we are addressing supplements for both men and woman "You cannot out supplement the basics." 08:58- WHAT WE NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE SUPPLEMENT INDUSTRY  The importance of good quality supplements  The harm low-quality supplements can have Should you buy supplements from Amazon? 12:23- GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS- SHOULD WE LISTEN? Supplements that might be helpful, but aren't always for everyone 14:10- BASIC SUPPLEMENTS- PRENATAL What you MUST have in your prenatal 16:34- MEN'S MULTIVITAMIN 17:32- COQ10 18:26- MAGNESIUM 19:52- OMEGA 3'S OMEGA 3's vs. OMEGA 6's Anti-inflammatory properties 21:03- VITAMIN D3 & K2 Why is it important? Why do we take K2 with it? 23:38- PROBIOTICS 26:00- USING PROBIOTICS WHILE TRYING TO REDUCE INFECTIONS  27:00- RECAP OF SUPPLEMENT BASICS How long should we be taking them? Which ones we should temporarily take vs. take long-term. 29:27- FINAL THOUGHTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS "Most of the supplements are not forever." "One size does not fit all." "We cannot out supplement any bad diet or lifestyle behaviors."   ---   Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   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 Not To Waste Time When You Are TTC - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/   How To Optimize Sleep To Improve Your Fertility - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-sleep-to-improve-your-fertility/

Justine Altman joins us today as we’re digging into why addressing constipation matters if you are TTC. I remember going away on a girl's weekend (remember those!?!) and somehow we got around to the topic of poop! Well, it turns out half of the girls on the trip weren’t pooping regularly…as in they were going every couple of days or some even going only once per week! Now I’ve always been regular (I know TMI) but it turns out we all need to poop an average of 1-3 times/day. I know it sounds like a lot! But when we don’t move our bowels regularly – toxins recirculate in our body and that is not helpful for our fertility. If you are constipated or even if you suffer from gas, bloating, digestive upset, and more let’s figure out how we can alleviate your symptoms so that you can get pregnant naturally. In this episode you'll learn: 1) The connection between estrogen and constipation and what this means for your fertility (this is for you if you have PMS, hot flashes, headaches, and more). 2) The idea of bowel frequency and what our poop is telling us about our health. (Hint don’t be afraid to look at your poop). 3) The connection between constipation and thyroid problems. Plus how chronic stress impacts constipation. 4) Strategies to improve constipation plus foods to avoid and add to your diet. 5) Supplement recommendations to help alleviate symptoms so that you can prepare your body for pregnancy.   TIMESTAMPS:   04:32- INTRO TO TODAY'S TOPIC AND JUSTINE'S BIO 05:50- ALARMING STATS CONCERNING CONSTIPATION 06:29- WHY IS LOOKING AT CONSTIPATION IMPORTANT FOR FERTILITY? What causes constipation (and why it's a concern) It's common, but it's not NORMAL An important topic for BOTH men and woman 09:05- FREQUENCY AND WHAT WE SHOULD BE LOOKING FOR The ideal schedule for going to the bathroom Warning signs to know if "something is off" How long should your poop be? What should it look like? Why even if you are going often doesn't mean everything is ok 12:39- CHRONIC CONSTIPATION VS. "EVERY ONCE IN AWHILE" 14:25- THYROID ISSUES AND ITS' TIE TO CONSTIPATION "When there is an issue of the thyroid, it's rarely about the thyroid." "Everything is connected." 17:19- GUT INFECTIONS AND CONSTIPATION The difference between healthy and unhealthy flora Why constipation is one of the first things we have to look at when healing the gut 19:58 MAGNESIUM DEFICIENCY AND CONSTIPATION How COMMON magnesium deficiency?  "Magnesium is a goofy thing." So how much do you really need? 22:02- MIND/BODY IMPLICATIONS OF CONSTIPATION "If your mind is tense we tend to tense our bowels." Making space for the potty and being intentional Why use a squatty potty? Which one should we use? Rebounding and dry brushing for constipation "All of it is connected." 27:40- OTHER SOLUTIONS TO ADDRESS CONSTIPATION Why we should take our time while eating and chew every bite Drinking more water eating fiber The digestive process and what that means for constipation The rest and digest mindset (and why it matters) Breathing exercises before you eat 33:25- VAGUS NERVE STIMULATION Different ways to stimulate your vagus nerve (and why you should!) 35:10- FOODS TO AVOID TO HELP WITH CONSTIPATION Dried fruits, dairy, nuts, and other foods to be cautious of. 37:25- COLONICS, ENEMAS, and MINERAL LEVELS What are they and should we use them? Mineral levels and constipation 40:17- SUPPLEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS Magnesium supplement recommendations  What about powdered supplements? Why aloe vera is important and how it can help Salt shots and why we sometimes want to raise sodium  47:14- FINAL THOUGHTS ON CONSTIPATION "It's really hard to heal if we reabsorb toxins." Why we address constipation FIRST   -- 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/   --- 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/   Why Stool Testing Is Essential During Infertility - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/why-stool-testing-is-essential-during-infertility-2/   What Is A Food Sensitivity Test And Is It Worth It - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/what-is-a-food-sensitivity-test-and-is-it-worth-it/

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/

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! 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/

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. 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/   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/    

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/    

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/

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/

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/

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/    

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/      

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/

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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/

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/