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Boosting fertility over age 35 is a growing concern for many women looking to conceive later in life. In this episode, fertility expert Dr. Marc Sklar offers invaluable advice on supporting fertility naturally in your mid-thirties and beyond. He dives deep into the real truths about egg and sperm quality, how age impacts fertility, and the practical steps you can take to optimize your chances of conceiving. Dr. Sklar breaks down essential lifestyle changes, from diet to stress management, and highlights key nutrients that support reproductive health. This conversation isn't just about busting myths around fertility treatments but is packed with hope and actionable tips for women over 35. You'll learn about natural solutions that can make a significant difference, whether you're just starting your fertility journey or have been trying for a while. With insights into lab testing, common causes of infertility, and how to maintain a positive mindset, Dr. Sklar's expertise offers a roadmap to achieving your dream of motherhood. This episode is perfect for anyone looking for evidence-based advice and practical guidance to navigate the complexities of fertility after 35. Tune in to feel empowered and informed, and discover how to take control of your fertility journey with confidence. Topics Covered In This Episode: Boosting Fertility Naturally After 35 Egg and Sperm Quality Over Time Debunking Fertility Treatment Myths Essential Nutrients for Reproductive Health Lifestyle Changes to Enhance Fertility Show Notes:  Watch the FERTILITY TV WEEKLY EPISODE Follow Dr. Skalr on FACEBOOK  Follow @the_fertility_expert on INSTAGRAM Get At Home Sperm Testing - Legacy use code DRMARC for 20% off Click here to learn more about Dr. Elana Roumell's Doctor Mom Membership, a membership designed for moms who want to be their child's number one health advocate! Click here to learn more about Steph Greunke, RD's Substack Mindset + Metabolism where women can learn how to nourish their bodies, hit their health and body composition goals, and become the most vibrant version of themselves.  Listen to today's episode on our website Dr. Marc Sklar — a.k.a The Fertility Expert — is a natural fertility specialist helping couples get pregnant for 21 years. He's mission is to help you feel HOPEFUL and CONFIDENT about your fertility journey again.  In addition to his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Dr. Sklar trained at the Harvard Medical School, Mind/Body Medical Institute. He is the creator of Fertility TV, MarcSklar.com and ReproductiveWellness.com, and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and Medical Advisor for Symphony Natural Health. As well as his online program, he also supports his community via his highly popular YouTube channel: FertilityTV where he shares information packed videos to educate his followers on all things fertility.    The Fertility Expert lives in San Diego, with his wife and two sons, where he has clinic Reproductive Wellness. He also works with couples all over the world through his fertility online coaching - the Hope Fertility Program. This Episode's Sponsors  Enjoy the health benefits of PaleoValley's products such as their supplements, superfood bars and meat sticks.  Receive 15% off your purchase by heading to paleovalley.com/doctormom  Discover for yourself why Needed is trusted by women's health practitioners and mamas alike to support optimal pregnancy outcomes. Try their 4 Part Complete Nutrition plan which includes a Prenatal Multi, Omega-3, Collagen Protein, and Pre/Probiotic. To get started, head to thisisneeded.com, and use code DOCTORMOM20 for 20% off Needed's Complete Plan! Active Skin Repair is a must-have for everyone to keep themselves and their families healthy and clean.  Keep a bottle in the car to spray your face after removing your mask, a bottle in your medicine cabinet to replace your toxic first aid products, and one in your outdoor pack for whatever life throws at you.  Use code DOCTORMOM to receive 20% off your order + free shipping (with $35 minimum purchase). Visit BLDGActive.com to order. INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can't wait to meet you! @stephgreunke @drelanaroumell Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

In this episode of The Wholesome Fertility Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Marc Sklar to delve into evolving perspectives on fertility, especially for women over 40. We discuss the need to shift our focus from quantity to quality in fertility treatments, and the empowering impact this has on women navigating their fertility journeys. We cover the realities of IVF, the importance of patience, self-advocacy, and creating space for personal growth and healing. Marc and I also explore complex factors such as genetics, autoimmune issues, and male-related factors in recurrent pregnancy loss. This conversation is full of valuable insights for anyone on their fertility journey, promoting a holistic approach to healing and growth.   Takeaways   A shift in mindset is crucial for couples seeking fertility care after 40. Quality of eggs and embryos becomes more important than quantity as women age. Understanding hormones is important, but shouldn't be the sole focus. Regular ovulation is a key indicator of fertility, regardless of age. Real-life success stories provide hope and perspective for those trying to conceive. Patients should feel empowered to advocate for themselves in medical settings. IVF is not a guaranteed solution and should not be the first option considered. Donor eggs can be a valuable option, but should not be the first recommendation based solely on age. The energetics of fertility are crucial for healing. Recurrent pregnancy loss can stem from various factors, including genetics and autoimmune issues. Male factors contribute to 50% of miscarriages, often overlooked. The importance of the uterine environment in fertility cannot be ignored. Quick fixes are a societal conditioning that impacts health decisions. Understanding the microbiome can enhance fertility treatments. Emotional states can significantly affect physical health and fertility.   Be sure to check out our Fertility Empowerment Holiday Bundle here https://www.michelleoravitz.com/fertilityempowermentbundle before it's gone!   Guest Bio:   Dr. Marc Sklar — a.k.a The Fertility Expert — is a natural fertility specialist helping couples get pregnant for 21 years. He's mission is to help you feel HOPEFUL and CONFIDENT about your fertility journey again.    In addition to his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Dr. Sklar trained at the Harvard Medical School, Mind/Body Medical Institute. He is the creator of Fertility TV, MarcSklar.com and ReproductiveWellness.com, and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and Medical Advisor for Symphony Natural Health.   As well as his online program, he also supports his community via his highly popular YouTube channel: FertilityTV where he shares information packed videos to educate his followers on all things fertility.    The Fertility Expert lives in San Diego, with his wife and two sons, where he has his clinic Reproductive Wellness. He also works with couples all over the world through his fertility online coaching - the Hope Fertility Program.   FERTILITY TV WEEKLY EPISODE - http://bit.ly/thefertilityexpert FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/thefertilityexpert INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/the_fertility_expert/     For more information about Michelle, visit: www.michelleoravitz.com   Be sure to check out our Fertility Empowerment Holiday Bundle here https://www.michelleoravitz.com/fertilityempowermentbundle before it's gone!   Click here to get free access to the first chapter in The Way of Fertility Book! https://www.michelleoravitz.com/thewayoffertility   The Wholesome FertilityFacebook group is where you can find free resources and support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/   Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertility   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewholesomelotus/     Transcript:   Michelle (00:00) Welcome back to the podcast, Dr. Scalari.   Marc Sklar (00:03) Welcome, well, thank you for having me. It's automatic. But no, it's awesome to reconnect. It's been a while and I'm excited to have a conversation that we both are passionate about, which is everything fertility.   Michelle (00:07) I know it's automatic. Yes.   For sure. We're like, you could say we're a little obsessed, right? With fertility. It's like, live it, we breathe it, So awesome. actually today we're going to talk about a couple of different topics, but I wanted to talk to you about pregnancy after 40. Cause I know that a lot of what we hear out there, even about,   Marc Sklar (00:25) 100%. Yeah, absolutely. Yeah.   Michelle (00:46) how even after 35, it's considered a geriatric pregnancy, which I don't know about you. just don't love that term at all. It's icky. yeah, because I'm sure you see most people like closer to the age of 40 and doing really well. So I'd love for you to talk about it, your experience with that, and also some really cool examples of how it can work despite all of the naysayers.   Marc Sklar (00:55) Yeah, not a fan of it.   Mm-hmm   Yeah, so I think, I so many things I want to talk about when you say this that I need to prioritize it in a good way. here's a couple of things that I think are really important. One is, I think our perspective about fertility, and when I say our, not ours as practitioners and doctors and providers, but more like ours as in like,   the couple who is seeking care during this time and wanting to get pregnant in their 40s, I think a mind shift has to happen. And I think that they need to think about their fertility in a slightly different way. If we are thinking about our fertility and reading everything that is really focused on   couples that are 30 or 35 or whatever age in their 30s, then we're going to be skewed differently about our own fertility and our approach needs to be different. And so I say that in the sense that, you know, we have to have a different reality of what is okay and what we're trying to achieve. A woman who's in her 30s is trying to get as many eggs as possible.   Michelle (02:43) Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (02:43) So they have as many options when they have their embryos created and they are, you know, it's usually more about in general and this is a making a generalization, but it's more about quantity versus quality. We're like, let's have as many as we have so that we can choose the best quality of those and then we can move forward, you know, with our pregnancy. And...   the approach may or may not be in those situations about egg quality, because there might be other variables that are impacting their ability to conceive. Whereas I think when we are 40 and older, my approach really shifts. I don't care about quantity. I'm really, really focused on quality. And I think that mindset has to be different as a couple.   because then we were not as disappointed like, I didn't get that many follicles and they didn't retrieve as many eggs as I would have hoped. But because that's all we hear about. We hear about, look, we need all these eggs, we need all these embryos. But the reality is, is when we get older, I don't need 20 eggs or 20 embryos, I need a couple good ones. That's really what I'm looking for is a couple good embryos.   to work with and to transfer. So I think really a mind shift needs to happen and our perspective on fertility needs to change. And so for reading and understanding things as if we were 30 versus 40 or older, then we're gonna have, I believe, skewed perspective on our fertility journey. So that to me is number one. Number two is we do all get caught up in our hormones and some of that is appropriate and some of that is not appropriate.   Is it appropriate to understand where our hormones are at when we're at any age? 100%. Is it important to understand what our estrogen is doing and what our progesterone and FSH are doing? Absolutely. Is it important to know what our AMH is? Yes. Should we get caught up in AMH and make our whole focus about AMH? No.   The research doesn't promote, doesn't support these variables. Even FSH, AMH are not good indicators for a couple's ability to conceive and have a healthy pregnancy. Are they important for us to just have a baseline and understand? Yes. Will they potentially or can they potentially influence your IVF protocol? Yes.   But that doesn't mean we as couples need to get wrapped up in those numbers and make our fertility all about that because it shouldn't be. My rule of thumb is are you having a regular cycle? Check. Are you ovulating regularly? Check. Is your bleed healthy? Check. You can conceive.   Michelle (05:40) Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (06:00) Do we have to look at these other variables? Do we need to check your thyroid? Do we need to work on your adrenal glands and stress? Do we need to make sure your gut is healthy? Do we need to make sure all the systems are functioning properly? Seem analysis is good. Fallopian tubes are open. All of those things are still important. But the main thing that as long as you're ovulating, you can get.   And I think that's a really important piece. Now, we're not talking about IVF or not IVF right now. It's just like conception at 40, right? And or older. And so I think if we just focus on the right things and don't get bogged down by these little details of someone who might approach things a little differently if they were 30, then our approach will be better. It will be healthier.   Michelle (06:37) Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (06:57) you'll be more grounded in your approach. And we could focus on the areas that really need attention and support. And so I think that piece is really important as we are in our 40s, approaching fertility, still wanting to conceive. If we're always comparing ourselves to other women and other circumstances, we're gonna lose sight of what we need to do and always be trying to like catch up or do what they're doing. And I think that is...   That can really push us down the wrong road. I say this because truly I work with so many women who are over 40. And I see this time and time again. So it's coming from a lot of experience working with women over 40. And I have a wonderful story to share of a woman who is, and everyone will gasp when they hear, okay, when she conceived she was 48.   Michelle (07:55) That's awesome. I love that.   Marc Sklar (07:55) She is, I just spoke to her two days ago. When she delivers, she will be 49. Okay? And I'm not saying she didn't have a long journey.   Michelle (08:08) Was this natural or was it IVF?   Marc Sklar (08:11) This time was natural, but I'm not saying she didn't have a long journey. She did. I'm not saying it was easy. It was not. It was a long journey. It was difficult. Miscarriages, conceiving naturally, conceiving through IVF, long IVF protocols, multiple clinics, like all these things. So it wasn't easy. It was long, but she's 32 weeks pregnant right now.   Michelle (08:40) Wow, amazing.   Marc Sklar (08:41) And I say that because it's possible. It can happen. And these are the sorts of things we see on a regular basis. I'm not saying it's easy at 48, not at all. But I say that for some perspective on the process. Okay. And I think that, you know, do I think everyone could last for seven plus years trying? No, I don't think that's for everybody. She was never going to give up.   Michelle (08:51) Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (09:11) Like regardless, like she was never going to stop and never give up until she was pregnant. And that's what she told me. She's like, I'm not going to stop and I'm determined. I was like, okay, I'll support you. Right. That, that, that process is not for everybody. Some people will be on it for a year or just have one or two IVF transfers. And they're like, this is too much. I'm done. I'm going to move on. And I respect everybody's path in that process, but   Michelle (09:21) Wow, amazing. Yeah.   Right.   Marc Sklar (09:39) I want everyone to know it's possible and that's why I share that story. I think it's possible regardless of age with the right support and the right process and the right focus of our attention.   Michelle (09:51) I love that. I really do. And I love the stories because I think that there's so many people that can benefit and you have that sign hope in the background. And it's true. Like those are, but stories, real life stories, there's nothing like real life stories to provide real hope. Cause you can hear, you know, there's a chance of this or a chance of that. But when you actually see an example of somebody going through those challenges that you are and having a successful pregnancy,   Marc Sklar (10:00) Yeah.   Michelle (10:21) I think that there's nothing that compares to that.   Marc Sklar (10:24) Yeah, absolutely. And I love to bring in stories wherever possible. And she was just at top of mind because I just booked her two days ago. So yeah.   Michelle (10:33) That's awesome. You know what I find really cool is the Guinness Book of World Records, the oldest pregnancy is 58 and it was natural. And it was a woman in England who, you know, in England, they don't have a lot of sunlight and, know, and vitamin D access naturally. So I thought that was really cool. But it's, it could be done. It's possible. Just like you said, and I love that you said   Marc Sklar (10:45) Wow. No.   Michelle (10:58) as long as you're ovulating, there is a possibility that you can get pregnant.   Marc Sklar (11:02) Yeah, yeah, we see this, we do see this all the time. Look, as soon as you hit 35 and 38 and certainly 40 and older, you're going to read things and hear things that say, you can't, it's not possible, you won't, you need donor, you need IVF, whatever it is that you're gonna hear, you're gonna hear it all.   I think the hardest time is when you hear it from the person on the other side of the desk in a white coat that says to you, your only option is donor, just give up. And we all hear variations of those words, whether it's not possible, just use donor, whatever variation of that, of what I just said, when you go into an office, whether that's your OB,   Michelle (11:46) True.   Marc Sklar (12:01) or your REI or whoever it might be, and you're sitting down talking to them and they see your age, they assume certain things and they make certain judgments. And they express those verbally to you. And you hear that and that registers in your brain that embeds into your brain. And you start to believe it. Well, yeah, right.   Michelle (12:22) It's nocebo.   True.   Marc Sklar (12:28) I've never heard it, say it. really like that phrase. Yeah.   Michelle (12:31) You're never going to be able to get it out of your head now. Every time a woman comes in and tells you the story.   Marc Sklar (12:36) Yeah. And so look, they said this to you, it and our our brains are really strong and we imprint with these negative things very easily. It's much harder to imprint with all the positive, it takes more effort. And so it imprints into our brain. And now we start to believe it. Well, Dr. So and so said, it's not possible, I'm not going to do it, I can't. And then we repeat that to ourselves so often that   Michelle (12:49) Right. It's true.   Marc Sklar (13:05) Now our body and our brains believe that to be true. so if someone says something negative to you, you have to work double or triple as hard on yourself to get that out. And you need to express to them, I didn't come here to hear negativity. I didn't come here for you to tell me that I can't. I'm determined to get pregnant.   Michelle (13:09) 100%.   Marc Sklar (13:33) And it's fine if you're not able or willing to help me, I'll go someplace else, but I don't need you to tell me that I can't do it, because I know that I can. And you have to do it in that moment. You have to say that in that moment to them, because what you're saying to them is repeating it back to yourself to retrain yourself and get rid very quickly, get rid of that negative comment so it doesn't embed into your brain, into your conscious.   Michelle (13:52) Yeah.   Marc Sklar (14:00) But it also allows them, they need to be woken up. One, they need to be told this is not okay. And two, you have to have the power and the strength to verbalize that truth to them. Okay. You might not be getting pregnant in the conventional way that you thought or they thought. You might not get pregnant in the way that they would like you to. It doesn't mean that you cannot get pregnant. It means that it might take longer. It might be a different path. It might be...   whatever. And so I think it's really important in those moments to stand up for yourself and verbalize that and let them know they might not like it. It's okay. Yeah, you didn't like what they said to you. So it's fine.   Michelle (14:41) Yeah, exactly.   Totally, totally. And that's like really taking your power back regardless, ultimately it's your journey. You're not there to make the doctor feel better.   Marc Sklar (14:53) Right, listen, I think that's such an important piece. Unlike most other medical visits and specialties, you are a consumer buying their service. Just because they're wearing a white coat and they have MD after their name does not mean   that they get the say in everything. It's your journey, it's your process. You're paying them a lot of money for their service. And even if you have insurance coverage, by the way, it's still insurance coverage that can go someplace else to pay for somebody else. So it doesn't have to go to them. And so...   You have the power, like they make it feel like they have the power and they control the situation. I want you to know you have the power. You control the situation and your outcome. It's your dollars that you're spending. You are and should be an equal participant in this process with them. And they don't have to dictate everything. Now, I'm not saying, you you're telling them the protocols to use all the time, but   It needs to be a joint effort in this process. It's totally different than going into a different medical environment and a different provider for different services. They're not charging you $20,000, those other people, for a service that's elective. So stand up for yourself. Have that empowerment to do so.   Michelle (16:34) Yeah.   Right.   Yeah. And another point that I want to make is, you know, when you're working with a doctor, it doesn't matter how qualified, like, I feel like they should believe in your outcome. If they're doubting your outcome, find another person.   Marc Sklar (16:57) Yeah, right now, 100%, 100%. Look, I am not opposed to donor egg. I think that donor egg is something that is super valuable and has its place. What I don't like is that just because of your age, someone is telling you, need to use donor egg. What they're really saying,   And there is certainly a place for donor egg. have lots of women that I work with that use donor egg very successfully and I'm a big proponent of it. But what, why they are telling you just based on your age to use donor egg is because their success rates are impacted by your age and the challenge, the potential challenge of getting pregnant at your age.   Michelle (17:51) Right.   Marc Sklar (17:55) And so for them and their success rates, they have higher chances with using donor egg and they would just prefer, it's an easier process, they would prefer that you use donor egg for that purpose. Okay, now again, does it mean that it's not the right decision for some? It just means that I think if they're just making that decision based on age, I think there's a lot of other pieces that need to be looked at before that decision is made.   Michelle (18:24) What you just said is so important because it's the reality. Really if the system, it's the reality because their ability to really stay on top of their game is for their statistics to make them look really good. And it's human nature. They're going to be thinking about that when they're talking to you, regardless if they're, you know, they can be great doctors, the two can coexist, but   They're also in a business. So it's important to keep that in mind in the realistic aspect of it is that it's going to make them look better. They don't want to take a risk. They see it as a risk, but that doesn't mean that just because they see it that way, that that's really the case for you.   Marc Sklar (18:54) 100%.   Right, yeah. Look, absolutely. I say this also from, so everyone knows who's listening, 50 % of the couples that I work with, 50 % of them are doing IVF. I could group IUI into that as well, so IUI or IVF, some form of assistive technique. Of that number, about 15%, use donor egg.   Michelle (19:33) Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (19:34) So I'm fine with it. I'm happy to support you with it. I just often think that choice is made prematurely or that push in that direction is done prematurely without really giving you a fair chance, really looking at your case as a whole versus just looking at you as an age, as a number.   Michelle (19:56) Same thing with IVF. I also find that with IVF that people will start out maybe three months and they're young and they're like, you know, I just want a baby now. So I'm going to go to IVF. And a lot of people have a preconceived notion just because you're paying a huge amount of money and that there's technology involved that doesn't give a guarantee. in fact, I've seen people get more successful naturally, even at an older age than going through IVF.   Marc Sklar (20:05) Easy.   Well, the success rates for IVF for those who are listening and aren't aware are relatively low. You know, in your, from 30 to 35, those success rates are around 35 to 40 % ish. You know, depending on the clinic, some clinics might have a little higher, some a little bit lower, but roughly, you know, in the United States, that's an accurate statistic. It only goes down as you get older. And if you look, because most clinics,   Michelle (20:50) you   Marc Sklar (20:56) Don't have to report, but most clinics do report their statistics. If you look at statistics for IVF in their 40s without donor egg, those statistics are very, very low. So then you have to ask yourself, is this worth the money or can I get the same or better statistics and results trying naturally by addressing the root issues, by focusing on the things that I need to focus on, by getting healthy.   are those better for me? Are those odds better? One of the beautiful things you mentioned it with, you work with younger women and after three months they move forward with IVF. One of the beautiful things that's happened over the last 20 years is that fertility treatments and the fertility journey has become something that is more accepted and people are more willing to talk about it. And as a result of that,   marketing towards those communities has increased dramatically. And as a result, IBF has been spoken about more frequently because of that marketing. And so it's become so much more commonplace that couples who want to get pregnant, young, try for three months or six months, hey, it's not working.   you know, so and so did IVF and got pregnant or so, you know, we should just go do IVF. And they don't know the real statistics. They believe that it's a hundred percent successful. And as a result, it becomes the first line of treatment versus, you know, what used to be the third or fourth or fifth line of treatment, right? Well, I used to go to my OB and they used to do that. And then I would try other things. Now it's like, I'm not pregnant. Let's just go do IVF. Right. And so so many couples end up doing IVF.   thinking it's faster or more convenient without really working on themselves. And in turn, then they realized later on, I really shouldn't have started this way because it's not a guarantee. I haven't been successful. So they go there very prematurely. My preference would be is to see couples have patience. Take a step back. What's not working for me?   Michelle (23:03) Mm-hmm.   Yeah.   Marc Sklar (23:17) What do I need to improve and correct? And let's work on the root issues so that way you can be successful moving forward. And I had a conversation two weeks ago with a woman. I talked about it briefly this week on my Instagram stories because I think we were both frustrated with each other during this conversation. She has a history of repeated chemical pregnancies.   And she is frustrated with the lack of results and I've just started working with her. And so I asked her, know, she, and as we just started working together, she had another chemical and I asked her to stop trying for a little bit. I'm like, you're just having these ongoing chemicals and we're really not able to make progress. I just wrote out this plan for you. I want to give it some opportunity. You know, it's the end of the, it's close to the end of the year.   How about we just take off right now through the end of the year? Let's just take a break. Let's enjoy life and let's work on ourselves. And she felt like she was wasting time and she was feeling, I could feel her as soon as I said it, like getting anxious about like just the time of giving, creating this time to, and she's in her early forties. And she said, you know, I don't think I'm gonna do that. I can't do that. I'm gonna.   Michelle (24:19) Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (24:44) I'm going to keep trying because I feel like I'm wasting time. We had this back and forth, this long conversation back and forth. I'm going to totally support her and respect her decision about how she wants to move forward. I just don't agree. Sometimes taking a step back and working on ourselves and creating space is progress towards our ultimate goal. I know that we think that if we're not actively having intercourse and trying to conceive at ovulation every month, that we're wasting time.   Michelle (24:57) Yeah.   yeah.   Marc Sklar (25:15) Well, in a situation like this, we're just spinning our wheels. If all we do is continue to do the same thing every month, expecting a different result, I don't know how that's gonna change. So we need to give ourselves a little bit of opportunity. And she's so worked up about it and anxious about it, she's trying to control every aspect and she's scared. She's making this decision out of fear.   Michelle (25:19) Totally.   Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (25:43) So one, the decision's being made out of fear, and two, she's trying to strangle, like, I'm gonna control all of this. It's not, we are typically not successful if we make decisions out of fear, number one, okay? And number two, the more we try to strangle something, the more you strangle it and you don't allow it to be successful.   We need to create some space, some room for things to occur. Okay? And I'm a big proponent of this, like, let's just take a step back. Let's take a deep breath. Let's understand, let's give ourselves some space and not have to be so stressed about this. Most things, if you think about it, are created in space, in a little bit of a vacuum. Sorry, not a vacuum, in a little bit of a space. If we have this vacuum, we're constantly trying to control it. There's no space for creation.   Michelle (26:19) Yep. Yeah.   Marc Sklar (26:39) There's no place for an opportunity for something to be created in. So I think it's, know, painting a beautiful painting is created from a blank canvas. It's created from space. And the same thing with our life. We need to create an opportunity for life to be created. And so that means not straining, not holding on so tight, not trying to control every little thing.   Michelle (26:52) Mm-hmm. Yep.   Marc Sklar (27:08) Let's take a step back. I'm not saying you don't like do the right things. I'm saying we don't try to control all of those things so closely. And I think this is really such an important lesson for all of us because our tendency when we're told is I'm gonna do it differently. I'm gonna add this in like, right? And you're just like more and more and more more and more. So that's like this stranglehold that happens.   Michelle (27:29) Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (27:35) And I want us all to just let go a little bit more. It doesn't mean you're giving up. It doesn't mean you're taking a break. It doesn't have to be. It means you're just not holding on so tight to the outcome and the process. And I think this is so, so valuable for us. Difficult to do. I'm not saying it's easy, but it's so valuable. you know, I know her and I, were both...   kind of frustrated by the conversation because it didn't feel like she was listening to me and she didn't feel like she wanted to move on with my recommendations. She felt frustrated by me asking her to take a break. But I say it out of all love, like that is what I feel like is going to be the most beneficial for her in that situation. And I've had these conversations with others in the past and I'm just saying this from experience. So for all of you listening, sometimes we just gotta let go a little bit.   We've got to just ease up just a little bit.   Michelle (28:31) love this.   Yeah, no, I love this so much. you have no idea. Cause it, think that like you just said, you've had so much experience, you've seen this. And when you do something over and over again for many years, what happens is you start to get a feeling for it. You know, my husband works in the ER. He's starting to have a feel. He gets a sense when somebody's really sick or somebody saying they're sick, you start to get a sixth sense. You know, maybe we can't measure that, but it's a real thing. And I love that you talk about that. Cause to me that's   Marc Sklar (28:37) Yeah.   Michelle (29:04) being in a state of flow, being in a state of flow is the same exact thing that happens in our body when our chi flows and our vitality is able to feed all of our organs. cannot happen when it's constricted. And then going inward. Yeah, that's just going into the yin. You can't be constantly yang. You have to go back into the yin as well. And yin is incredibly productive.   Marc Sklar (29:25) Yeah.   Michelle (29:28) Like what happens when we're sleeping? We're in a state of yin. It's the most productive thing your body can do. You can't possibly have so much going on without that kind of like inert state. know, so it's, yeah, it's totally important, but also I don't know if you ever follow Dr. Joe Dispenza. I'm obsessed with his teachings. And have you ever done his meditations? So his meditations, he actually takes you through a form of induction, which   Marc Sklar (29:48) Mm-hmm. Yeah.   No.   Michelle (29:58) It's not hypnosis, but he gets you into a state of space, of becoming aware of space. Because when you become aware of space and everything that he does is based on science. actually has a whole research team on this. And this idea of kind of allowing this state of space, as they learn in quantum physics, you know, getting to this place where we're not locked in to the material world. We're not locked in.   We're kind of like moving back so we can allow this divine intelligence to take over. And then, and then it fixes things. It takes care of your body. does what it needs to do. Cause that's not our job. Our job is yet to direct and to intend, but our job is not to fix every single thing. When we try to do that, all we're doing is getting in the way of this divine intelligence. So I love that you're saying this because it totally like, it totally speaks the language that I'm feeling when it comes to.   fertility health and overall health like every way really.   Marc Sklar (31:00) Yeah, I agree. it's something I talk about. I have to do it, I feel like, repeatedly to the same person to get them to hear the message. And it's not intuitive. Like, personality-wise and for many of us, our goal is like, just want to fix it. I want to solve it. I want to do it. That creates this stranglehold. And so it's not intuitive for them to kind   Michelle (31:08) Yeah, because it's not common knowledge. It's not common.   Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (31:30) pull back a little bit and feel like that's moving forward. But it is.   Michelle (31:34) Yeah. Yeah, totally. Cause I mean, we have, we're conditioned to, you know, to first of all, get quick fixes. I mean, this is, we've been conditioned for years and this is all marketing for quick fixes, like quicker, faster, better, you know, and we also are conditioned to no pain, no gain. You know, you have to work for it. You have to get it. You have to be on top and   Marc Sklar (31:46) Mm-hmm.   Michelle (31:59) So over time, this is just a habit. That's going to be our knee jerk reaction or response to pretty much anything, but it's not necessarily the response your body needs.   Marc Sklar (32:10) Yeah, no, absolutely. And it's actually with the younger generation, that's only getting worse. Maybe not the no pain, no gain part, but the quick fix. That's our generation. Yeah. The younger generation is like, I don't want any pain, but I want all the gain. Yeah. And the quick fix, you know, part of it is because of the phone.   Michelle (32:20) Yeah, that might be more our generation. This is true. It's true. Yeah. I just want to be on my phone.   Dopamine.   Marc Sklar (32:39) the dopamine, but also like this, as much as Amazon has been a great service to so many people, it's a huge disservice. We, and especially the younger generation, expect everything now in a day. Right? That's the quick fix. That's like immediate gratification. Free delivery, two days. Now everyone expects free delivery and they want it there in two days. And it doesn't work like,   Michelle (32:55) Mm-hmm. Yeah.   Marc Sklar (33:09) The world doesn't typically work that way, but they've preconditioned us to this. And that's to our detriment, right? Because that gets translated across the board to all aspects of our life. Now we want things faster. We more immediate gratification. it should have been fixed. Why didn't they get back to me, right? Like all of these things, I think that's a problem. Yeah.   Michelle (33:32) I'm like, we're on the same page. 100%. Yeah. And I think that, yeah, it just, these are mental patterns that we're constantly repeating. And I'll be honest. I mean, ever since I had my phone, I just don't feel as sharp. I don't remember as much. My attention can't stay on one thing. And even me, I'm aware of this and it's impacting me.   Marc Sklar (33:41) Mm-hmm.   Right, yeah, yeah, yeah. One of my favorite things to do both to bother my children and because it's beneficial to them is if we need to order something from Amazon, I put it on the longest shipping option as possible. Like if it says one week or two weeks, that's what I pick. Every time. I mean, unless I like immediately need something, whatever. But like.   Michelle (34:08) that's smart.   That's actually really smart.   You need it. You'll use it when you need it.   Marc Sklar (34:18) Yeah, but like in general, I use the longer shipping option because I'm trying to retrain their minds to be like, it's not here yet. Okay, we'll come. It's not, it's not the end of the world, right? It will arrive. and usually Amazon gives you a little benefit for that delay, by the way. Yeah.   Michelle (34:36) Yeah, yeah, yeah, right. It's a little cheaper. That's really smart. That is actually really, really smart. And then you can put things in one box. So it also is good for the environment. So when it comes to recurrent pregnancy loss, because you'd mentioned you're talking about chemical pregnancies and what are some of the common factors that you've seen clinically?   Marc Sklar (34:46) Yeah, and good for the environment.   Yeah.   Yeah, so chemical pregnancy could be a little bit different, but if we're talking about, you know, reoccurring pregnancy laws or, you know, multiple miscarriages, then the, there are four buckets that I put things into. The first bucket is one we have to look at and analyze, but one we potentially can't do much about, which is genetics, right? Is there some sort of genetic abnormality that's occurring potentially?   Michelle (35:24) Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (35:30) due to my genetics or the combination of mine with my partners and what's that going on. I might end up with five causes actually now that I think about it. The next one is autoimmune issues. I find this is a huge reason for reoccurring pregnancy loss. will say also I find this is a big reason for secondary fertility issues.   Michelle (35:41) Hey, good.   Marc Sklar (35:59) with recurrent pregnancy loss. So secondary meaning you've been successful with the pregnancy one time or multiple times, and then at some point you're trying again and you're not successful, but in this case you've had, let's just say a loss. And so I would say I find that autoimmune issues are much more common in that situation because something happened in one of the previous pregnancies or postpartum that caused some sort of autoimmune issue that has triggered this outcome or contributed to this outcome.   Michelle (36:26) Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (36:28) Another one is blood clotting factors, that there is some sort of, you know, some issue, whether that's genetic or not, because it doesn't have to be genetic, that is contributing to more clotting factors that doesn't allow for that embryo to implant properly, and you could have a miscarriage. So that's three. Four, uterine issues.   That could be wide, that could be like a bigger bubble that doesn't get talked about as frequently. So what's going on in implantation that might be contributing to that? Is there an infection, a virus, a bacteria? Is there inflammation? Is there endometriosis? What is going on inside the uterine cavity and with the endometrium that could be causing this pregnancy or multiple pregnancies to not be able to be held?   And then the last one, which is male factor. So 50 % of all miscarriages are male factor related. Most typically in those, it's going to be some sort of DNA fragmentation issue. So the DNA of the sperm has been compromised in some way and that's contributing to that loss. That's the one that unfortunately we don't talk about as much because, like why would a male...   Michelle (37:43) Mm-hmm.   Marc Sklar (37:57) contribute to the miscarriage, you know, and they're not carrying. So that one gets ignored, but something that needs to be ruled out. So those are the, I said four, but really five, those are the five reasons that, you we should look at.   Michelle (38:10) Yeah, for sure. And also the microbiome, know vaginal microbiome can impact a lot.   Marc Sklar (38:14) Yeah, so that I look at that in that fourth one with the uterine environment. So to me, that microbiome is a piece that I look at when I'm evaluating that. Yeah.   Michelle (38:23) Yeah. And I feel like, I feel like they should always look at that, like before transfers. mean, cause people are paying so much money. And I know in Spain, it's more commonplace for them to give vaginal, suppositories for, probiotics. And I feel like it would really be very helpful for a lot of people.   Marc Sklar (38:33) Yep.   Great.   Yeah, I've started running that test much more frequently in the last year. And I can't say I run it for everybody because at some point I'm just balancing cost of things, right? Like we could run every test under the sun. It's just like, it's a matter of cost. But certainly if I see implantation failure, if I see chemical pregnancies, you know, these are the sorts of things that for sure I'll start to look at.   Michelle (38:48) Yeah.   Mm-hmm.   Yeah.   Chris. Yeah.   Yeah, for sure. I mean, we could talk for hours, I love that we talked about, first of all, it's really interesting just to get your take on things and to hear from another person who's doing the same thing, But also, you know, I love the fact that you were talking about the energetics of it, because I think that when you do this long enough, you start to see patterns and you could start to see how emotions can really constrict the chi, you know, from our perspective.   Marc Sklar (39:38) Yeah, sure.   Michelle (39:39) So I think that that is really important because yes, we could look at all the little details and the numbers and the stats, but the energetics aspect, we can get so kind of like focused on the small parts. And then sometimes it's good to kind of go zoom back and see the bigger picture. So I thought what you said about that to me was very, very powerful.   Marc Sklar (40:01) Yeah, all of these things, like everything we talked about today is so valuable for those individuals who need that specific message, right? Like we're all in a different place and we all have our own journey, but hopefully, you know, the messages we shared today and the information we shared today really resonated with those who are listening.   Michelle (40:10) Yeah.   I'm sure they did for sure. mean, was a really valuable information. So it's been great having you back, Dr. Sklar. It's been too long and we should do this every so often because I feel like we're never going to really run out of things to talk about. Thank you so much for coming on.   Marc Sklar (40:34) I agree. I'm happy to be on any time. Yeah,   Yeah, I appreciate it and wishing everyone success on their journeys.

About My Guest: Dr. Marc Sklar, a.k.a The Fertility Expert, has been helping couples conceive naturally for 21 years, with a mission to restore hope and confidence in their fertility journey. He holds a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and trained at Harvard Medical School's Mind/Body Institute. As the creator of Fertility TV, MarcSklar.com, and ReproductiveWellness.com, Dr. Sklar also serves as a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. Based in San Diego, he runs Reproductive Wellness and offers fertility coaching worldwide through the Hope Fertility Program, while educating a global audience via his YouTube channel, Fertility TV. Social Handles: Facebook Instagram TikTok  Fertility TV Weekly Episode  Apply to Qualify for Fertility Coaching Download the Free Fertility Guide Summary: In this episode of Back to the Basics, Dr. Cassie Smith welcomes Dr. Marc Sklar, DACM, LAc, a leading natural fertility specialist, to discuss the increasing struggles couples face with infertility. Dr. Sklar highlights the role toxins and processed foods play in declining fertility rates. He also emphasizes the importance of foundational health practices—proper nutrition, stress management, and quality sleep—in optimizing fertility outcomes. The conversation dives deep into the necessary medical assessments for couples facing fertility challenges, including hormone panels and male fertility evaluations, and how certain lifestyle adjustments can make a profound impact on reproductive health. Dr. Sklar also covers specific advice for women with PCOS, stressing the importance of balancing blood sugar levels and addressing thyroid and gut health issues to increase the likelihood of conception. Timestamps: 02:16 - Rising Infertility Rates 04:40 - Environmental Toxins Affect Male Fertility 05:56 - Food and Fertility 08:24 - Impact of Stress and Lifestyle on Reproductive Health 10:46 - Sleep and Hormonal Balance 14:06 - IVF Without Lab Testing Concerns 20:48 - Key Fertility Lab Tests 28:06 - Managing PCOS Naturally 34:13 - Gut Health and Fertility 41:06 - Essential Fertility Supplements 44:17 - Dangers of Self-Medicating with DHEA 45:12 - PCOS, Insulin Resistance, and Fertility 48:16 - Genetic Impact of Fertility Issues 49:49 - Lifestyle Changes for Fertility Connect with Modern Endocrine: Check out the ⁠website⁠ Follow Cassie on ⁠Instagram⁠ Follow Cassie on ⁠Facebook⁠ Follow Cassie on ⁠YouTube⁠ Follow Cassie on ⁠TikTok⁠ Sign up for Modern Endocrine's ⁠newsletter⁠ ⁠Disclaimer

Hey, it's Dr. Aumatma, host of Egg Meets Sperm, the podcast where we provide holistic fertility advice for you and your partner—because fertility takes two! In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Mark Sklar, a leading fertility expert, to challenge the term "infertility" and reframe the conversation toward fertility support.We dive into how labels like "infertility" can be disempowering and why focusing on personalized fertility care is key. Dr. Sklar shares insights on overcoming fertility struggles, habit changes, and how to create a fertile environment that supports your unique journey.Dr. Marc Sklar — a.k.a The Fertility Expert — is a natural fertility specialist helping couples get pregnant for 20 years. His mission is to help you feel HOPEFUL and CONFIDENT about your fertility journey again. In addition to his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Dr. Sklar trained at the Harvard Medical School, Mind/Body Medical Institute. He is the creator of Fertility TV, MarcSklar.com, and ReproductiveWellness.com, a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, and a Medical Advisor for Natural Health International. As well as his online program, he also supports his community via his highly popular YouTube channel: FertilityTV where he shares information-packed videos to educate his followers on all things fertility. Dr Sklar lives in San Diego, with his wife and two sons, where he has a clinic Reproductive Wellness. He also works with couples all over the world through his fertility online coaching - the Hope Fertility Program. Topics covered:Rethinking the word "infertility"Personalized fertility plansThe importance of stress management and habit changesWhy one-size-fits-all approaches don't work in fertilityFollow Dr Sklar on:https://www.facebook.com/thefertilityexpert Let's chat! I want to hear from you! Send me a voice memo with:- what you loved- what you want to see improve- any guests you want me to bring on- AND any questions you want me to cover on the podcast!Did you know you can join my private community to support you in getting Fertile As F***? This is the place for live interactions, support, and learning on the fertility journey.Want more amazing content? Join me on IG.If you found this podcast episode useful, we'd love it if you could take 15 seconds to give us a positive review on whichever platform you're listening to this episode.

In this episode, Tasha speaks with Dr. Tina Yang to about how to ensure your fertility acupuncturist is effective. Dr. Yang explains her approach to fertility treatment, including the use of electroacupuncture for enhancing blood flow to the uterine artery, supporting follicular development, and improving egg quality. She covers various protocols tailored to different fertility journeys, such as natural attempts, IUI, and IVF, emphasizing key factors like stress reduction and holistic care. The conversation also includes practical advice on the frequency and timing of acupuncture treatments, use of moxibustion, and the importance of mental and spiritual well-being during the fertility process.   About Dr. Yang:  Dr. Tina Yang, DACM, L.Ac., FABORM is the CEO and founder of Revive Qi Health & Fertility Center. She is a 4th generation Chinese Medicine Doctor, a Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Yang's passion is helping couples fulfill their dreams of becoming parents of happy, healthy and thriving babies. She started Revive Qi Health & Fertility Center as a sacred place of healing for women, couples, and families—providing integrative and natural medicine services to optimize their health and wellness. Learn more at https://www.reviveqi.com/   READY FOR HELP? If you want to optimize your IVF treatments and protect your investment of your time, money and egg reserve while doing IVF, click the link below to schedule a time to see if we're a fit to work together inside of IVF Uncovered Workshop here: https://bit.ly/3xywueB NEED FREE IVF ADVICE FOR YOU NEXT TREATMENT? Take our "IVF Issues Quiz" found on the home page of our website and get customized advice based on your history and next step in your IVF treatment plans here: https://bit.ly/3VY23I0 ________________________________________________ WANT TO HAVE TASHA BLASI AS YOUR PERSONAL IVF CONSULTANT? You might be ready if you... Know/feel there might be something missing in your IVF treatments that could help make them more successful but just don't know what they are Would benefit from a second set of eyes on anything that is being suggested to you for your treatments to know for sure that there is nothing else to consider or to discuss with your doctor before you invest in IVF treatments (or invest again.) Want expert guidance on the few things to do to put your body and mind in the most receptive state for pregnancy.  Want protection from making any wrong and very costly moves You want less pressure on YOU to get this done and correct.   APPLY HERE! Tasha Blasi can only work with a small group at a time and is accepting applications now. Serious inquiries that want to hire a private IVF consult only please due to bandwidth. Book a call here: https://bit.ly/3xywueB   LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO Naturally boost your fertility and enhance your chances of conceiving! Click here to discover the best fertility supplements that can support your reproductive health and optimize your fertility journey : https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/fuproject/store-start   Check out IVF Uncovered Podcast for advice on IVF Treatment Plans and Strategies Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ivf-uncovered/id1454579278 or  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Qo5CtYixmeaPjCq09csLH For more of Tasha's fertility advice and adventures check out to www.TashaBlasi.com Instagram► https://www.instagram.com/tashablasi Facebook► https://www.facebook.com/thetashablasi For more information, email us at support@tashablasi.com   About the Host: Many women undergoing IVF are devastated when their costly treatments don't work, and they want to make changes but often don't know what to discuss with their doctors or what can truly optimize their fertility and IVF treatments. Meet Tasha Blasi. Tasha is an international IVF consultant and the host of the popular podcast, "IVF Uncovered." After undergoing ten rounds of IVF, she utilized her background in science and partnered with a brilliant IVF specialist to create the formula for tailored IVF protocols and practices. She believes that when IVF protocols and fertility optimization is customized to the patient, which it often is not, success rates can skyrocket. Tasha offers both group and private IVF consulting services, and her content on social media and in her podcast brings a welcomed educational, empowering, and humorous tone to this often-heartbreaking subject❤️

It's National Infertility Awareness Week and on this week's episode inside the Holistic Hormones Podcast and YouTube channel, I have guest speaker @drbeckhoehn who shares her expertise on how acupuncture can optimize fertility for both females and males! We also discuss how Western medicine and non-Western medicine can be utilized together with the role of acupuncture with IVF, the benefits of herbs, resources for support and so much more!!  Dr. Hoehn is a Los Angeles based fertility specialist. Dr. Hoehn is a board certified acupuncturist and herbalist, and supports family building either through natural conception or supporting IVF. Dr. Hoehn's credentials include a master's degree from Emperor's College of Oriental Medicine and a doctorate from Pacific College of Health Sciences, underlining her commitment and skill in her field. Beyond her practice, she educates future acupuncturists as a lecturer and contributes her expertise to the Oova medical board, influencing the direction of fertility acupuncture. She also serves on the Oova medical advisory board.   A respected fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and a member of the Pacific Coast Reproductive Society, Dr. Hoehn is dedicated to advancing reproductive health. For thoughtful, expert care on your fertility journey in Los Angeles, look no further than Dr. Hoehn.  Learn more about Dr. Hoehn: https://www.mightyriverwellness.com/ Instagram: @drbeckhoehn You can also check out The Get Pregnant Guide Boosting fertility course: The Make A Baby Bundle. Join her Facebook Group Bun in the Oven Buzz FREE PERIODS Masterclass: Understanding your menstrual cycle is key to optimizing your fertility! Society and cultural beliefs have made us think that periods are an inconvenience and make us women weak! In my free upcoming masterclass, I want to help you become empowered about your menstrual cycle so you can use it as your superpower! Learn about the benefits, different phases, what periods on birth control really are, how to improve your fertility and alleviate PMS symptoms! You have two options to join Tuesday, April 30th at 6 pm EST Friday, May 3rd at 12pm EST. Check it out here to save your seat!  Join live for a FREE bonus but if you can't join live then sign up to receive the replay!

Dr. Marc Sklar — a.k.a The Fertility Expert — is a natural fertility specialist helping couples get pregnant for 20 years. He's mission is to help you feel hopeful and confident about your fertility journey again. In addition to his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Dr. Sklar trained at the Harvard Medical School, Mind/Body Medical Institute. He is the creator of Fertility TV, MarcSklar.com and ReproductiveWellness.com, and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and Medical Advisor for Symphony Natural Health.As well as his online program, he also supports his community via his highly popular YouTube channel: FertilityTV where he shares information packed videos to educate his followers on all things fertility. The Fertility Expert lives in San Diego, with his wife and two sons, where he has clinic Reproductive Wellness. He also works with couples all over the world through his fertility online coaching - the Hope Fertility Program.TEMPDROPTempDrop's wearable sensor and accompanying charting app brings the full fertility tracking solution right to your phone. Wear the sensor on your upper arm during sleep and then sync to the charting app whenever it's convenient for you!Get an extra 10% off with code AFFERTILITYCOSupport the showWhenever you're ready, here's a few ways I can help you! Just getting started?Get my Fertility Roadmap – My simple 3-step system to understanding your body's natural fertile signs and pinpointing ovulation day so that you can achieve (or avoid) pregnancy.Still taking pregnancy tests "just in case"?It's time to finally learn *when* to actually take a pregnancy test for accurate results (even if you have no idea if you got the timing right this month, or if your period is even late yet). Get your free guide to When to Take a Pregnancy Test PLUS how to confirm ovulation, the early signs of pregnancy to look out for and how to stay sane during the two week wait. Want to know exactly when you're ovulating? Check out my Fix Your Fertility Masterclass where I share 3 simple steps to find out exactly when you're ovulating. Want a holistic preconception plan to optimise ovulation and get pregnant fast?My $47 Conceive with Confidence workshop series teaches you how to pinpoint your most fertile day in under 5 minutes and discover the quick-fix solutions you NEED if you're NOT ovulating.

Dr. Marc Sklar, a.k.a. The Fertility Expert, is a natural fertility specialist dedicated to helping couples navigate the often complex path to parenthood for the past 20 years. Marc's mission is to illuminate your way forward and provide the answers you need to improve your reproductive health and achieve your dream of having a beautiful family. In addition to his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Marc trained at the Harvard Medical School, Mind/Body Medical Institute. He is the creator of MarcSklar.com and ReproductiveWellness.com, the co-author of Secret to Conception, and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and Medical Advisor for Natural Health International.In this episode, Marc demystifies the egg-freezing process from start to finish. We talk about what happens at each stage of the process, the ideal age for freezing your eggs, the actual success rates, symptoms and side effects associated with the process, how to properly prepare your body for the egg-freezing journey, alternative options for fertility preservation, and so much more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit https://nicolejardim.com/podcasts/the-truth-about-egg-freezing-dr-marc-sklar/.Podcast Production Support: Amazing Gains | https://listenerstoclients.com

Dr. Marc Sklar, a.k.a The Fertility Expert, is a natural fertility specialist who's been helping couples get pregnant for twenty years. In addition to his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Marc trained at the Harvard Medical School, Mind/Body Medical Institute. He is the creator of MarcSklar.com and ReproductiveWellness.com, the co-author of Secret to Conception and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and Medical Advisor for Natural Health International. Marc's mission is to bring hope and confidence back into your fertility journey. His HOPE Fertility Program has supported thousands of people to get down to the root cause of their fertility issues and find the answers they need to heal and improve their reproductive health (and have beautiful babies!). In this episode, Marc and I talk about why an unexplained infertility diagnosis is so problematic, how to know when to consider seeking professional help, why the right testing is a critical aspect of the TTC journey, Marc's perspective on advanced maternal age, and so much more!To learn more, visit https://nicolejardim.com/podcasts/why-unexplained-infertility-is-an-unacceptable-diagnosis-dr-marc-sklar/.Podcast Production Support: Amazing Gains | https://listenerstoclients.com

In episode #242 of The Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Podcast, our guest Dr. Marc Sklar talks about Getting Pregnant Over 35. More about Dr. Marc: Dr. Marc Sklar — a.k.a The Fertility Expert — is a natural fertility specialist helping couples get pregnant for 20 years. His mission is to help you feel HOPEFUL and CONFIDENT about your fertility journey again. His HOPE Fertility Program has supported thousands of people to get down to the root cause of their fertility issues and find the answers they need to heal and improve their reproductive health (and have beautiful babies!) As well as his online program, he also supports his community via his highly popular YouTube channel: FertilityTV where he shares information packed videos to educate his followers on all things fertility. In addition to his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Marc trained at the Harvard Medical School, Mind/Body Medical Institute. He is the creator of MarcSklar.com and ReproductiveWellness.com , the co-author of Secret to Conception and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and Medical Advisor for Natural Health International. He lives in San Diego, with his wife and two sons. If you're ready to start a family, The Fertility Expert can help! He can help you get pregnant wherever you are with the Hope Fertility Program Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://coachkela.com/fertility-tea Follow Dr. Marc on Instagram: @‌the_fertility_expert Check out the FREE Empower your Fertility Guide HERE. Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌kela_healthcoach https://www.instagram.com/kela_healthcoach Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://coachkela.com/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@coachkela.com

Maria Villella on Holistic Health Welcome to Life On Earth Podcast. Episode 115 covers many aspects of functional medicine. Nathalie & Maria met while working at YogaWorks in Los Angeles, CA a few years back. About Maria... Maria is a Board certified Doctor of Acupuncture and Eastern medicine and a member of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine.  She has taught yoga for nearly 20 years with the highest level of national teacher certification ERYT 500. She has been on the teaching team for Loyola Marymount University teacher training program for over 10 years.  Maria has been on the cover of Yoga Journal multiple times and created for Yoga Journal, Yogic Life, and Yoga Anytime.  You can find her primary and second series videos HERE. You can register for Maria's online classes at yogaanytime.com  BONUS: receive 1 month FREE using the code MARIA. Behind the scenes extra bonus: Maria shared her favorite hypnosis / meditation Youtube Channel which she uses to fall asleep and to relax deeply. I have now, since her suggestion, been also using it and I love it! The channel is @JasonStephensonMeditation In this episode we cover... acupuncture yoga nutrition hormones epigenetics herbs holistic facial aesthetics thyroids (hypo - hyper) hormone panels hypnosis journaling holistic health functional medicine Maria sees patients online, as well as in person in her clinic in Florida.  Maria finds inspiration to do the work of healing when connecting with women and cultivating authenticity in her care and support. She lives in Sarasota County, FL, and travels monthly to see her clients and community in Santa Monica, CA. When she is not teaching yoga or practicing medicine she enjoys spending time with her daughter, exercising, meditating, spending time in nature, reading, cooking, and attending seminars. Book a consultation with Maria Villella via her website MariaVillella.com Follow Maria on IG @Maria_Villella Stay Connected  @RelaxationNation111  new YouTube Channel @TheRiverRetreatHouse ShantiYogaPlus.com new New Orleans space @NathalieCroix @ShantiYogaTrainingSchool This episode is brought to you by Shanti Yoga Training School, offering both 200 hr and 300 hr online and in person training. And now: Yoga Nidra certification course. Share this episode with someone you love and follow Life On Earth Podcast. I hope this episode enhances your life! Nathalie and Life On Earth Podcast Team    

Today Marc Sklar aka The Fertility Expert joins us for an in depth and insightful discussion. As a natural fertility specialist he has seen firsthand the impact that lifestyle and functional medicine approaches can have on a woman's journey to motherhood — especially if you are supported and empowered. In addition to his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Marc trained at the Harvard Medical School, Mind/Body Medical Institute. He is the co-author of Secret to Conception and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and Medical Advisor for Natural Health International. If you or someone you know is ready to start a family The Fertility Expert can help and this episode is definitely worth a listen and/or a share.

This week on the podcast is Dr. Tina Yang, DACM, L.Ac., FABORM 
Dr. Tina Yang is a 4th generation Chinese Medicine Doctor, a Licensed Acupuncturist 
and Herbalist. She is a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive 
Medicine and a Certified Reiki Master. 
Surrounded by Chinese medicine since childhood, she was inspired by the 
philosophies of natural healing which led her to pursue her Masters of Science in 
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from South Baylo University and later to complete 
her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental 
Medicine. 
Dr. Yang's passion for helping couples start and grow their families led her to further 
pursue her studies in infertility and reproductive medicine. As a board certified Fellow 
of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM), she received 
advanced training in western and oriental reproductive medicine, miscarriage 
prevention, and pregnancy support. She is the founder and CEO of Revive Qi Health & 
Fertility Center (Revive Qi) in Irvine, California and the master herbalist and creator of 
Revive Qi Formulations, a line of customized Chinese Herbal Formulations for fertility 
support and women's health. 
Dr. Yang and her team collaborates with the leading fertility centers and obstetrics & 
gynecology clinics of Orange County to provide integrative fertility treatments 
including on-site IVF acupuncture support, acupuncture for natural fertility and intra-
uterine support, fertility tele-health visits, and comprehensive herbal and supplement 
consultations for optimizing fertility and for supporting all stages of pregnancy and 
postpartum. Additionally, Revive partners with obstetricians, midwives, and doulas to 
treat new mothers for pregnancy related conditions, and postpartum and lactation 
issues. 
Dr. Yang has over 20 years of clinical experience and has practiced in several 
integrative clinics, including the Susan Samueli Center for Integrative Medicine 
(SSCIM) at the University of California, Irvine. At SSCIM, she served as a committee 
member for the herbal medicine review board, developed the herbal dispensary and 
launched their first off-site integrative medical center. 
She offers comprehensive care plans that treat the root cause of the condition as well 
as the symptoms. These customized care plans incorporate acupuncture, Chinese 
herbal medicine, Functional Medicine, nutrient therapy, and dietary and lifestyle 
counseling. Other modalities such as Reiki and Cranial Sacral therapy are used to treat 
the mental and emotional aspects of her patients. She specializes in infertility, 
women's health issues, pregnancy and postpartum support, pain management, adrenal 
deficiency and fatigue, allergies, and digestive disorders. You can contact Dr. Tina Yang here: Dr. Yang's Contact Information: Revive Qi Health & Fertility Center Info@reviveqi.com Website: www.reviveqi.com Connect with Lisa Pineda here: Website www.lisapinedayoga.com TEDx Talks: How Yoga Helped Me to Let Go & How Meditation Can Unlock Your True Potential --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lisa-pineda/support

Naturopathic. Holistic. Functional Medicine. Are you confused as to what these all are, and how they can help you heal your body? You're not alone. Listen to Dr. Kiera Lane, a certified Naturopath physician, to learn how east meets west in healing your body, mind and spirit.In this episode you'll hear:What different approaches eastern medicine uses that can heal you from the inside out.How to listen to your body and why that's important for your health and well-being.How to communicate with your doctor, and find the right fit for you.The benefits of combining western and eastern medical approaches.Why addressing just symptoms is NOT enough.How your gut holds the keys to your health.The one test that could lead to a cure for your IBS.If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of yourself listening to the episode on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @debbiegisonni on Instagram and @debbiegisonnipage on Facebook. About Dr. Kiera Lane:Dr. Kiera Lane is a wellness and fertility expert in Chandler, Arizona who focuses on solutions for complex health issues including gut & thyroid health, hormones, MTHFR mutations, and fertility. Dr. Lane is a licensed Naturopathic physician, licensed acupuncturist, Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and SIBO certified doctor with a background in clinical nutrition. She is also the author of two books including the award-winning book Complete Fertility Solutions for Natural Fertility and Improving IVF Success Everyone Should Know and Fertility Affirmations for the body, mind and spirit 365 day of the year. Dr Lane has been a practicing physician for over 22 years and is the founder and Medical Director of Arizona Natural Medicine© providing integrative and individualized family care, transforming health one person at a time.Find a Naturopath:https://naturopathic.orgConnect with Dr. Kiera Lane:Website: www.aznaturalmedicine.comWebsite: www.drlanecompletefertility.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arizonanaturalmedicine/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlanecompletefertility/Connect with Debbie:Website – Books, Online Courses, Podcasts: https://www.selfpowernow.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DebbieGisonniPage/IG:

On this week's episode of the podcast, we talk with Maria Villella, a nationally board certified acupuncturist. A member of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, Maria's work primarily focuses on hormonal health and she works closely with patients hoping to conceive (with or without IVF), pregnant and postpartum women, and menopausal women. She has taught yoga for nearly twenty years with the highest level of national teacher certification, ERYT 500, and has been on the teaching team for Loyola Marymount University teacher training program for over ten years. She has also been on the cover of Yoga Journal multiple times and created for Yoga Journal, Yogic Life, and Yoga Anytime. Episode Shownotes: https://urbanascension.co/podcast-main-page/maria-villella/ Connect with Maria Villella: https://www.mariavillella.com https://www.instagram.com/maria_villella/ The Healing Cocoon: www.thehealingcocoon.co https://www.instagram.com/thehealingcocoonpodcast/ Urban Ascension: https://urbanascension.co https://www.instagram.com/urbanascension/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehealingcocoon/support

Acupuncture improves circulation in the reproductive organs and have shown to be effective by more than 50% in fertility patient and chronic pain, including pelvic pain, and pain associated with endometriosis, period pain, and the like. But don't just hear it from me. Listen in to Allison Locke, an acupuncturist and integrative health practitioner based out of Vancouver, British Columbia. She is a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and member of the Obstetrical Acupuncture Association. She has specialized training in treating fertility and reproductive health. As a stage 3 endo warrior herself, Allison is extremely passionate in helping treat the pain and symptoms of endometriosis. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/amy-truong8/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/amy-truong8/support

Allison is an acupuncturist and integrative health practitioner based out of Vancouver, British Columbia. She is a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and member of the Obstetrical Acupuncture Association. She has specialized training in treating fertility and reproductive health. As a stage 3 endo warrior herself, Allison is extremely passionate in helping treat the pain and symptoms of endometriosis.Trigger warning: this episode touches on the topic of disordered eating.

Sandro is an acupuncturist, lecturer and researcher, Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, and one of the Directors at Evidence Based Acupuncture. He completed his Master of Science focusing on acupuncture for PCOS and he is one of the researchers on the Cochrane Review Group for acupuncture for IVF. Connect with Sandro on instagram: @acuvlog In Part 2 of our conversation, we discuss a variety of topics, including: If Acupuncture has any negative effects on PCOS Tips for getting started with acupuncture at home What the latest research shows My personal experience with acupuncture I hope you enjoyed this amazing and deep conversation! Follow me on TikTok and Instagram: @pcos.holistic.coach Subscribe to my Youtube: The PCOS Holistic Coach (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw2JGO_sw7hTUucS6npxoWw) Follow/Connect with me on LinkedIn: Ami Patel, PharmD, BCPS (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ami-patel-21390/) Are you tired of PCOS taking control of your life and want to start taking control of your PCOS? Check out my website to learn more about my one-on-one PCOS Holistic Coaching services: https://pcosholisticcoach.com Sign up for a FREE 30 min consultation ($100 value) to get started: https://calendly.com/pcosholisticcoach/freeconsultation Get your FREE guide on the Top 3 Vitamins I recommend when conceiving with PCOS! https://pcosholisticcoach.com/mail-form/

Sandro is an acupuncturist, lecturer and researcher, Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, and one of the Directors at Evidence Based Acupuncture. He completed his Master of Science focusing on acupuncture for PCOS and he is one of the researchers on the Cochrane Review Group for acupuncture for IVF. Connect with Sandro on instagram: @acuvlog Follow me on TikTok and Instagram: @pcos.holistic.coach Subscribe to my Youtube: The PCOS Holistic Coach (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw2JGO_sw7hTUucS6npxoWw) Follow/Connect with me on LinkedIn: Ami Patel, PharmD, BCPS (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ami-patel-21390/) Are you tired of PCOS taking control of your life and want to start taking control of your PCOS? Check out my website to learn more about my one-on-one PCOS Holistic Coaching services: https://pcosholisticcoach.com Sign up for a FREE 30 min consultation ($100 value) to get started: https://calendly.com/pcosholisticcoach/freeconsultation Get your FREE guide on the Top 3 Vitamins I recommend when conceiving with PCOS! https://pcosholisticcoach.com/mail-form/

On Episode 33 of C60 Health Connections, Susan Fox, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, teaches us how to “let go” after grief.   Working in collaboration with your healthcare team, or solely with you, Susan Fox provides information and education to achieve your transformation. Combining Traditional Chinese Medicine with functional medicine, she offers an integrative approach to identify your diagnosis, and to develop and implement a unique treatment plan that achieves your goals.  If you've searched Dr. Google and have discovered a plethora of potential causes (and have purchased enough supplements to require a kitchen remodel) then Susan is the expert for you. With 20 years of experience as a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine combined with her training in functional medicine, Susan offers a deeply individualized approach to achieving your wellness goals.   Disclaimer: These statements and products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The information on this show, and C60 Purple Power products, are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, mitigate, or prevent disease. Please consult a healthcare professional before starting any new diet or exercise regimen. Individual results may vary.   Thanks for listening! To learn more about C60, please visit: https://c60purplepower.com/what-is-c60 Use the Coupon Code: THEC60SHOW for 10% off your first order at: https://c60purplepower.com Visit us on social media! Facebook. Instagram. YouTube. Twitter. Pinterest.    Susan's Website https://drsusanfox.com/   Susan's Social Media https://www.instagram.com/dr.susan.fox/ https://www.facebook.com/drsusantfox/ https://twitter.com/SusanFoxLAc

Joining us on this episode is Dr. Tina Yang, a 4th generation Chinese Medicine doctor, licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, certified Reiki Master, and a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine.    As a student of this topic myself, I asked all the burning questions that we want to know. What are Chinese Herbs for Fertility? Are they the same as supplements? Do they work together? What can they really do for fertility?    I say it all the time: fertility is a by-product of health and wellness. This is Dr. Yang's specialty. I feel very lucky to have had this time to pick her brain. And she really delivered. We covered so much valuable information in this conversation.      Dr. Yang is a co-founder of the Coastal Acupuncture and Natural Healing Center in Irvine, California, and Awakened Health. She is also the founder and CEO of Integrative Fertility Specialists, a company whose mission is to assist couple in achieving healthy pregnancies with happy, healthy babies. Dr. Yang's mission is to assist couples in starting and expanding their families through comprehensive treatment plans, including acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, functional medicine, energy healing, and diet and lifestyle counseling.      SPECIAL OFFER FOR FU PROJECT PODCAST LISTENERS: Go to awakenedhealthinc.com and purchase any of her herbal formulas and get 10% off your first order with the coupon code FUPROJECT.     What You'll Learn A background of Chinese herbal medicine   How Chinese herbs help with fertility and women's health  Working with fertility doctors alongside Chinese Medicine doctors  The best time to use Chinese herbs  What they consist of and how do they differ from other supplements  Other modalities that Dr. Yang uses for healing and wellness  How our emotions fit in to the bigger picture from a Chinese medicine perspective  About Dr. Yang's herbal formulas      Resources Schedule your complimentary Strategy session today: https://www.tashablasi.com/connect Sign-up to become an FU Insider and get 15 Questions You Must Ask Your Fertility Clinic and Making Decisions With Precision. www.MyBabyIsComingSoon.com Connect with me live on the next LIVE  American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine https://aborm.org/    How to connect with Dr. Tina Yang Instagram @tinayang_acufertilitydoctor https://www.instagram.com/tinayang_acufertilitydoctor/  Email ifs.acupuncture@gmail.com  Awakened Health https://www.awakenedhealthinc.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/awakenedhealthinc/  Coastal Acupuncture & Natural Health Center https://www.canhcenter.com and https://www.instagram.com/coastal_acu/    How to connect with Tasha Tashablasi.com Connect with the health and fitness experts from the episode at support@tashablasi.com   How to get involved If you would like more information about The FU Project and my mission to get you pregnant so much faster and smarter than I did, please check out my website.   Enjoyed the Podcast? Be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we'd love for you to help us spread the word. There are so many women suffering in silence that could use this help and support.  

Have you ever thought about using acupuncture or herbal medicine to improve your fertility or treat your infertility? We talk with Dr. Mike Berkley, a New York State licensed acupuncturist and board-certified acupuncturist and practitioner of herbal medicine by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He is also a member of The American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine.In this episode, we cover:What are the principles of acupuncture? How does it work?How does acupuncture differ from Herbal Medicine or Traditional Chinese Medicine?Do they have to be used together?Can acupuncture and/or Chinese Medicine be used in conjunction with Western infertility medicine and IVF?Is there western research that supports the benefits of acupuncture and Herbal Medicine for the treatment of infertility or is western style research not relevant to the discussion of acupuncture and Eastern Medicine?Can acupuncture increase the blood flow to the uterus and ovaries? Can acupuncture and Herbal Medicine be used to treat PCOS? What results are seen?How does acupuncture and Herbal Medicine impact endometriosis?One of the most common reasons for female infertility is advanced maternal age. How can acupuncture and Herbal Medicine impact the diminution of ovarian reserves and egg quality?Can acupuncture reduce stress?Is acupuncture more effective than other stress reduction techniques such as exercise, yoga, meditation or prayer, massage?Many women, men, and couples will not have a firm diagnosis of why they are not getting pregnant. Is acupuncture and Herbal Medicine effective for unexplained infertility?Male infertility is the cause of approximately 1/3 of infertility. How successful is acupuncture or Herbal Medicine in the treatment of male infertility?Get more information at The Berkley Center at www.berkleycenter.com.This podcast is produced  by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire infertility patients and the professionals who support them. Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family buildingPlease leave us a rating or review RateThisPodcast.com/creatingafamilySupport the show (https://creatingafamily.org/donation/)

Dr. Heather Seay is a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine who has been in practice for twelve years. She became a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine four years ago because she was so passionate about wanting to help as many women and couples get pregnant as she could so they could experience the joys of being a parent. Her passion for women's health and fertility began in 1998 after she had focused on healing her painful periods using the principles of holistic medicine. She very quickly conceived her first daughter after this and realized how powerful acupuncture, Chinese medicine and other natural therapies are at balancing the body and allowing the natural processes of our bodies to function and serve their purpose. She uses acupuncture and Chinese medicine to facilitate the natural healing abilities of the body. When a body is in balance it is able to heal itself and keep itself in homeostasis and when a body is in homeostasis conception can occur. You can find her at... Website: www.easternbench.com Instagram: @easternbench Facebook: Easternbench LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-heather-seay-dacm-lac-faborm

Dr. Erin Kumpf D.A.C.M., L.Ac, FABORM, is a nationally board certified and state licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist in the states of New Jersey and New York. Erin specializes in Women's menstruation disorders, hormonal imbalance and fertility. She is also a Certified Holden QiGong Teacher. Erin graduated from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in 2013 with a Masters in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in 2015 and has continued on to study endocrinology and reproductive health. Erin is also a Fellow of ABORM (American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine.) Erin grew up with a fascination for the human body, the mind-body connection and the connection between our environment and our health. After suffering from amenorrhea and irregular menstrual cycles that resulted in significant pain and erratic bleeding for over 10 years, Erin was reluctant to proceed with the aggressive treatment plans being recommended to her. After embarking on a holistic endeavor of weekly acupuncture treatments, herbs and diet adjustments, she quickly experienced, first-hand, the beauty, elegance and power of this medicine. Her own experience was so profound and results so impressive that she felt compelled to follow her heart and achieved a Doctorate in Chinese Medicine in order to help as many women as she can who are also frustrated with stubborn health issues. She has since specialized in treating the root causes of menstrual irregularities, hormonal imbalances and fertility issues. Her mission: To bring relief and hope back to as many people as possible that have been told, “there is no hope." Erin believes in and respects that we all have a healing intelligence that is powerful but that many people have lost touch with this power. She works with each patient to help them reconnect to their own inner healing wisdom and to help people live their best lives. For more information, check out her website at www.ekahlife.com. Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! Visit http://drlaurabrayton.com/podcasts/ for show notes and available downloads. © 2022 Dr. Laura Brayton

In Episode 25 of the podcast I sit down with my former acupuncturist, Dr. Tina Yang and we chat all things Chinese Medicine, fertility, herbs for immune support and the benefits of acupuncture! Dr. Tina Yang is a 4th generation Chinese Medicine Doctor, a Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, and a certified Reiki Master. She specializes in infertility, women's health issues, pain management, stress management, weight loss, allergies, and digestive disorders. Her other areas of expertise include treatment of PMS, irregular and painful menstruation, PCOS, and menopausal symptoms.She the co-founder of Coastal Acupuncture & Natural Health Center (CANH) in Irvine, CA and Awakened Health, Inc. To learn more about Dr. Tina Yang check out the links below! https://www.awakenedhealthinc.com/ http://www.coastalacupuncturectr.com/ Be sure to follow my Instagram @briannadiorio for all the Brianna Approved educational content! You can visit my website www.briannadiorio.com for more information on services. Production Manager and Graphics @kylediorio

Episode Summary:It's no secret that acupuncture is an excellent ally in the fertility process. But are you getting the right kind of acupuncture to assist you in optimizing your results? These days, any acupuncturist can hang a shingle saying they treat fertility. With that being said, there are many nuances to using Chinese medicine and acupuncture for fertility and IVF. The Lingo, evidence-based approaches, and the know-how that you want your practitioner to have.Today we are joined by Dr. Marc Sklar, a founding principal of the Reproductive Wellness Clinic in San Diego, California. He is also the president of the board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (aborm.org), which provides a standard of training and certification for acupuncturists specializing in fertility.In this episode, Dr. Sklar and I explore the nitty-gritty of how to choose a qualified acupuncturist, how to integrate acupuncture into your treatment plan, and why acupuncture works for fertility. We also touch on how fertility acupuncture differs from “regular” acupuncture, how it can help an IVF cycle, and more goodies to help you reap the best of eastern practices to improve fertility outcomes! Guest Bio:Dr. Marc Sklar is a founding principal of the Reproductive Wellness Clinic in San Diego, California. He has extensive experience and expertise in treating and resolving the causes of infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss with classical Acupuncture and Chinese Medicines. A culmination of studying world religions and ancient healing techniques, combined with extensive world travel, gives Sklar a unique understanding of the human body and spirit. A Doctor of Acupuncture, Board Certified Herbalist and Oriental Medicine Practitioner, and President of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM), Sklar approaches his patients with an open mind, compassion, and a medically integrative perspective Important Links:YoutubeWebsiteInstagramFacebook Thanks for Listening:Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think others would love to hear it, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode or want to be a guest on the show? Leave a comment in the section below or visit the website to contact me!www.naturnalife.comSubscribing to The Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon, or whatever your favorite podcast app is!Leave Us an Apple Podcasts Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. So if you have a minute, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts.

Allison Locke R.TCM.P, FABORM, CLT is a licensed Acupuncturist and a registered member of the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of British Columbia as well as a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. She is currently practicing as a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Certified Laser Technician at Acubalance Wellness Centre in Vancouver, British Columbia. Allison specializes in fertility and reproductive health with a particular passion for treating endometriosis. In this episode, we talked about grounding into nature for our health, the importance of learning about our menstrual cycles, myths and misconceptions around women's health, and more! Visit Allison's website Follow Allison on Instagram @sea_of_qi_healing . . . This episode is sponsored by House Of Our Queer. Visit their Instagram to tune in to the Live Queer Church every Sunday. Watch this IG Live for a recharging reading, an astrology update, a weekly spiritual consideration, and a tarot card pull! Watch their Instagram throughout the week for affirmations and gentle responses to current events. Other IG Live chats include decolonizing Christianity, queer autistic sexual education, crystal readings, and more! Check it out on Instagram @houseofourqueer. Apply for 1:1 Coaching Follow me on Instagram @empowered.spirituality I am a self-employed team of one and have a mission to create content and resources for everyone at all levels. If my work has helped you in some way, and you feel called to give an energetic exchange, or you would just like to do an act of kindness, buy me a cup of coffee! :) This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/empoweredspirituality/message

In episode #95 of The Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Podcast, our guest Michelle Kapler talks about Acupuncture and Your Fertility. More about Michelle: Michelle is a Registered Acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Board Certified Reproductive Specialist and the owner and clinical director of The Toronto Reproductive Acupuncture Clinic. She is one of only five practitioners in the province of Ontario who have challenged the exam to become a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, the governing body for fertility specialists in the USA. Her clinical practice is focused exclusively in fertility, pregnancy, gynecology and hormonal health. Thank you for listening! Follow Michelle on Instagram: @michellekapler Follow Coach Kela on Instagram: @kela_healthcoach Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: Text "FERTILITY" to 615-257-8855 For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at podcast@coachkela.com.

Dr. Heather Seay is a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine who has been in practice for 12 years. She is also a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. In her practice at Eastern Bench Holistic Healthcare in Salt Lake City, she commonly works with women who have fertility issues. As more positive research about the benefits of acupuncture becomes available, more traditional doctors are integrating it into treatments for those with PCOS. Listen in as Dr. Seay and I discuss: - What is Chinese medicine and how does it differ from Western medicine? - Benefits of acupuncture for fertility and PCOS - How to approach acupuncture with primary care or OB GYN doctors - Is it safe to practice acupuncture when using Clomid or Letrozole? - Possible treatment options for hair loss & weight loss

SUPRISE!!! Emily is back again for another episode. Today she interviews Jolene Warmflash, a fitness instructor from FIT4MOM Pflugerville and Sadie Minkoff, L.Ac. (Licensed Acupuncturist), FABORM (Fellow of American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine). Both women are passionate about assisting individuals on their journey to motherhood through fitness and Eastern Medicine. Jolene supports moms to build their strength and fitness community. Sadie not only helps individuals with infertility and reproductive health with Eastern Medicine but she loves connecting individuals with resources to support them through their motherhood journey. Nobody ever said motherhood was easy. Let's face it, doing it alone is not fun, so however we can help one another, the better we'll all be. Who would've thought that too unique individuals on different paths share the same passion for helping others build their communities. Music By: Jason Kozel Want to hear more from Jolene and Sadie? Attend the free Virtual Conference, Pregnancy and the $#*+ They Don't Tell You: https://www.facebook.com/northatxbc/events/?ref=page_internal Connect with Jolene: https://pflugerville.fit4mom.com Facebook: @fit4mompflugerville https://www.facebook.com/fit4mompflugerville/ Instagram: @fit4mompflugerville https://www.instagram.com/fit4mompflugerville/ Not local to Austin, Texas Area- find your local Fit4Mom group or start one in your area or check out their app for on demand workouts https://fit4mom.com Connect with Sadie: https://reproductiveacupuncture.com Facebook: @reproductiveacupuncture https://www.facebook.com/ReproductiveAcupuncture/ Instagram: @sageacupunctureaustin https://www.instagram.com/sageacupunctureaustin/ Are you ready to buckle up and hold on tight with me as we climb this stroller-coaster ride of mama-hood? Join me weekly and let's get through this together! Please subscribe! Not ready to subscribe? No big deal! Say hello on one of my social feeds so I can thank you for listening or share this week's episode with a friend! Instagram: @otterlymama - https://www.instagram.com/otterlymama/ Facebook: Otterly Mama - https://www.facebook.com/OtterlyMama/ Twitter: @otterlymama - https://twitter.com/otterlymama Do you want to hear a specific topic in an episode? Contact me via my social feeds above or email emily@otterlymama.com

Are you looking to start or expand your family? Congratulations! You've found access to information and tools to help you optimize your fertility to grow your family, no matter where you are on your fertility journey. I'm Michelle Kapler and through Fertility Academy I offer interesting, creative, and evidence-based information and give you practical tools to help you get closer to your goal of building a family. Why should you trust me, though? I'm a fertility-focused registered acupuncturist, Chinese medicine practitioner, and certified fertility coach. I own the Toronto Reproductive Acupuncture Clinic that focuses exclusively on fertility, pregnancy, gynecology, and hormonal health. I'm one of a handful of practitioners in the Ontario province serving as a member of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, the governing body for fertility specialists in the United States. For more than 10 years now, I've helped thousands of patients start and expand their families. My knowledge comes from education and personal experience. Growing up in Ontario, I found myself surrounded by family that embraced alternative medicine and living a healthy lifestyle. From my youth, I knew my future lay in helping to heal others. I ended up graduating with a diploma in acupuncture from the Institute of Traditional Medicine in 2010. After working some time in the dental profession, I desired a deeper, more creative approach to health care. Struggles with hormonal health and difficulties navigating the traditional medical system gave way to my current career of providing customized care. I not only want to help others build their families but encourage a sense of self-advocacy in my patients as well. I'm so glad you're with me today. Every Wednesday, you'll hear from myself and special guests on subjects related to fertility, family, and health. But this short, first episode is all about introducing myself, including my personal story, and my expertise to the wider world. Show Notes: [00:44] - This podcast has been in the making for quite some time. This first episode is all about introducing myself before really launching into things next week. [01:07] - Based in Toronto, I've helped thousands of people get closer to their goals of building their families. [01:29] - My team and I see patients personally, using several tools to help them get as healthy as possible and optimize their fertility. [02:08] - I practiced what I preach. I'm a mother of two kids who I conceived while embracing acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and naturopathic medicine after suffering an unfortunate reproductive issue. [02:45] - I live with my family off the grid and commute to Toronto a few days a week to see patients at my clinic. My practitioner team, who you'll hear from in future episodes, help all the other days. [03:09] - We're nine months into the global pandemic. While my clinic was lucky to only be shut down temporarily, access to care and treatment is still not where it should be in Canada. [03:45] - COVID has exposed the weak spots in our health care systems. There's an inspiring silver lining to this situation, though. [04:25] - This podcast is all about offering simple, actionable steps that add up to big results with consistent application. [04:41] - I have experts lined up to speak on their areas of genius. You'll be hearing a range of topics: from fertility diets to the effects of hair care products on fertility and more. [05:13] - I'm really looking forward to sharing past and current patient fertility stories with you, both the good and the bad. Links and Resources: Michelle Kapler Fertility Academy Podcast @fertilityacademy on Instagram Sign up for my free online course - www.michellekapler.com

The use of acupuncture for fertility and other women's health issues may not be as well known in mainstream healthcare, but has been shown to be very effective. Acupuncture, a form of Chinese or eastern medicine, can be used to address women's well-being during pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. And it can be used to treat a variety of issues such as hormone imbalance, dysmenorrhea, and pelvic pain, to name a few. Our guest on today's episode is Lisa Mussak, one of Milwaukee's only board-certified acupuncturists in fertility. Lisa specializes in reproductive health, menopause, pregnancy and postpartum, birth and menstrual support, and other women's health concerns. Lisa shares some insight into how she uses acupuncture for fertility, both as a stand-alone treatment as well as a complement to other western treatments. Like other aspects of women's health, fertility treatment can be an opportunity for a collaborative team of professionals to come together to address the issue. Show Notes [2:31] Lisa shares her background and how she ended up pursuing acupuncture and eastern medicine as a career. [4:10] Lisa is certified by the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. We talk about what it means to have a specialty in reproduction and fertility. Lisa shares how she works in conjunction with Western Medicine treatments such as IVF. [6:21] Lisa explains that acupuncture is one of the eight facets of Chinese medicine. It centers around Qi (chi) or the energy that flows through the body. [7:36] We talk about some of the real success stories and the results Lisa has seen with her clients. [9:48] Dr. Brenda touches on visceral mobilization. Much like acupuncture, this physical therapy technique has been shown to positively impact fertility. [11:09] Lisa talks about she works with two types of women when it comes to acupuncture for fertility. She works with women looking to pursue natural conception. And she also sees women who are using acupuncture as a complimentary treatment. [13:38] Dr. Brenda asks Lisa whether she puts needles on the actual pelvic floor muscles. [14:48] We talk about dry needling (sometimes used in physical therapy) and how it differs from acupuncture. We also chat about the need for an individual approach when it comes to any kind of medical treatment. [18:18] Lisa explains how she approaches treatment during the implantation period when a woman is trying to conceive. [20:53] We talk about the other types of clients Lisa sees in addition to fertility. Plus, we discuss how acupuncture can help relieve nausea during pregnancy. [27:31] Lisa shares the biggest misconception about acupuncture. We also discuss the importance of understanding what is normal vs. what is common when it comes to women's health issues. [31:11] We chat about the benefit of having a collaborative team where different practitioners can all bring something to the table and share their expertise in order to best serve the patient. [34:37] Lisa talks about Orchid's new c-section recovery program, which is the only program of its kind in the area. Through this program, Lisa helps women who have had a c-section, regardless of how long it has been since the birth. [37:51] Dr. Brenda asks Lisa how becoming a mom has changed her practice. Subscribe and Review in Apple Podcasts Have you subscribed to our podcast?  If you haven't, I want to encourage you to do that today.  I wouldn't want you to miss an episode. Plus, we often add bonus episodes. And there there's a good chance you'll miss out on those if you're not subscribed!  Click here to subscribe in Apple Podcasts. Now, if you're enjoying the episodes, I'd be really grateful if you left me a review also.  Reviews can help other people find my podcast so they can benefit from the information, too.  Plus, who doesn't like to hear nice things about their work?!? Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Revi...

Hear from Dr. Marc Sklar, a Harvard-trained practitioner, Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, author and president of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. They discuss the often unknown scope of Oriental medicine, including acupuncture, and its many applications to improve women's health.Get answers to questions like, "what tests should I ask my doctor for?" and "is acupuncture an ongoing or short-term treatment?"They also cover:The role of acupuncturistsChinese herbs, cuppingAcupuncture and egg qualityChinese medicine and conditions such as PCOS and Hashimoto'sThe difference in acupuncture state-to-state"The only picture of a baby that sits on my desk in my office aside from my kids is the first baby that I ever helped conceive. It reminds me of where I was and how important she was to my career and my path. That’s my inspiration. Being there to support patients so they can have the families that they want." Dr. Marc SklarFempower Health has developed a survey that leverages women's desire to help and advise other women based on their own experience and learnings from conditions like infertility, PCOS, endometriosis, and thyroid conditions. Go here to take survey and receive product discount as a thank you.Tap here to get access to a wealth of info and information on our blog and site.Follow on Instagram and Facebook!#fempowerhealth #femcast NOTE: Fempower Health may receive a nominal fee for products purchased. The purpose of the podcast, however, is for education purposes only. Always go to a medical professional of your choosing.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/fempowerhealth)

In this episode, Calisse invites Jeffrey S. Faudem, L.Ac. Dipl. MSTOM. FABORM, to discuss his experience as a practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine and how to improve fertility using holistic methods - often overlooked by Western medicine - that have been around for centuries. Calisse and Jeff discuss healthy lifestyles, complementing Western fertility treatments with acupuncture and other methods, balancing stress loads of work and family, needle fears, and everyone's favorite term: "Cervical mucus!" Jeff is a member of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, truly a master of his craft, seeking to help people pursue their lifestyle goals in any way he can. Jeff is one of only about 100 Fertility Specialists in the United States and Canada who has demonstrated proficiency in both Western Reproductive Medicine and Oriental Reproductive Medicine by passing the rigorous Board Certification Examination. Please enjoy his conversation with Calisse!

Michelle Ingels is a triple board-certified Acupuncture Physician, Licensed Acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist.  She is also a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine.  Michelle spends most weeks out of the year supporting combat sports athletes around the world with Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and nutrition.  Along with her business partner, Paulina Indara, Michelle helps fighters cut weight safely.  Join me as I discover how Chinese medicine is a powerful ally in the clinic, in the kitchen, and the ring. For more information on Perfecting Athletes, please visit: https://perfectingathletes.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perfecting_athletes/ The Strength of TCM Workbook, digital downloads, study charts and practice support are all available at kentonsefcik.com Track is Samurai Code by Levox: https://levox.bandcamp.com/

You might know Anne Matthews for her “acu baby celebrations” over on the ‘gram, as an incredible hard-working mum of 4, Registered Acupuncturist (Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine), Founder of Energy Tree Makeover and all around badass human she is. Anne owns two acupuncture clinics focused on women's health, fertility and pregnancy and has supported hundreds of women on their fertility journey to help them conceive and prove their infertility doesn't have to be their forever story.    In this episode we discuss: Balancing negative emotions by letting them go  Why we're seeing a higher frequency of infertility Acupuncture to support conception and fertility Using your period as a barometer for health  “Acu babies” Anne's experience with a chemical pregnancy  Eating, moving and living to support fertility at any time of your life  The emotional challenges that come with infertility Releasing your Type A and reducing stress  Body image after having 4 kids  Being a role model for young girls Advice for those struggling with their post-partum body    THANKS TO OUR SHOW SPONSOR, Made With Local Save 20% on your next Made With Local order of Real Food Bars, Loaded Oats or Bar Mix when you use “RACHEL20” at checkout over on madewithlocal.com

On this episode of The Wealthy Wellthy Podcast, I interview Denise Wiesner. Denise is certified by ABORM, the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, she is the founder of Natural Healing & Acupuncture in West Los Angeles, California, a certified sex coach, Licensed Acupuncturist, and herbalist. Denise has been in practice since 1994 with an emphasis on women’s issues and pain control. She treats women’s conditions in various stages of life – from menstrual disorders, infertility, pregnancy to menopause. She is also the author of Conceiving With Love: A whole body approach to creating intimacy, reigniting passion, and increasing fertility    In this conversation, Denise and I explore topics ranging from sex and intimacy to the chemistry and physiology of arousal. We talk about communication and the role it plays in achieving a more pleasurable sex life, interestingly Denise shares that shame or fear is the most common reason people avoid speaking with their partner about sex. Despite this age of sexual liberation Denise regularly has clients who suffer from shame after comparing themselves to porn or media. Denise expresses how important passion is and sometimes it's just the little things we forget to do, kissing your partner or forgetting to have long embraces. Something as simple as looking at them and making eye contact can aid in bringing down the barrier in communication and intimacy. We talk about women struggling with conception and the many factors that contribute to the issue including stress, diet, and environment. In our “busy lives” we sometimes forget to just slow down, Denise tells me that taking some time to meditate or just “be” can really help lower stress, improve vital energy and help create a better environment for conception. For women approaching menopause, Denise has a list of items that when introduced into a diet can help negate some of the effects menopause has on sex. We even talk about some secrets behind the big O. If you want to get more intimate and connected with your partner be sure to listen to this episode.   For show notes and more info visit: http://wealthywellthy.life/157 

Discovering that Period Bypassing™ has infiltrated our everyday lives, including her own, De’Nicea Hilton, Doctor of Oriental Medicine (specializing in Oriental Reproductive Medicine) and Holistic Period & Fertility Strategist, is on a mission to raise awareness about this epidemic. In order to reduce the impact of Period Bypassing™, it begins with Holistic Menstrual Health education where De’Nicea teaches a multi-faceted perspective of the menstrual cycle that shatters the belief of what has been accepted as “normal” for what is healthy. Whether it’s working with women in her private practice or online, in The Holistic Menstrual Health Mentorship™, or on the new “Inspired By Period Bypassing™” Podcast, De’Nicea inspires women seeking holistic methods to support their quest not only for relief from menstrual cycle conditions or to get a positive pregnancy test, but for a more aligned and expressed Whole Being. While women have been searching all over for the answers to her questions about her period and fertility health, De’Nicea helps her see that the answers have been within her the whole time. She just needs to know how to access and interpret it. From this new perspective, she begins to create a life FOR her instead of allowing things to happen TO her, taking a more active role in her healthcare and well-being. De’Nicea leads women to shift their relationship with their cycle to one of Self-Guided Direction – detecting cues and listening to messages of what her Mind, Body and Spirit are saying she needs. www.facebook.com/deniceahilton www.instagram.com/deniceahilton www.pinterest.com/deniceahilton www.linkedin.com/in/deniceahilton bit.ly/periodbypassingyoutube

De'Nicea Hilton-  De'Nicea Hilton: I’m De’Nicea Hilton, saving uteruses and making babies as Holistic Period & Fertility Strategist, Doctor of Oriental Medicine certified in Oriental Reproductive Medicine, podcast host and speaker. I’ve partnered with women struggling with menstrual cycle disorders and diminished fertility to feel empowered in learning more about herself, learning what she needs and giving herself what she needs to have a better relationship with herself and cycle and to have the healthy baby she once only dreamed about.  Contact De'Nicea: LinkedIn Company Website Podcast Listen to another #12minconvo  

PERIOD BY-PASSING - a trademarked term by our guest, De'Nicea Hilton, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, certified in Oriental Reproductive Medicine, podcast host and speaker.   What we are missing in our society around our menses and fertility?  How do we prepare our daughters for womanhood?  Why are so many girls menstruating at age 8 or 9?

Discovering that Period Bypassing™ has infiltrated our everyday lives, including her own, De’Nicea Hilton, Doctor of Oriental Medicine (specializing in Oriental Reproductive Medicine) and Holistic Period & Fertility Strategist, is on a mission to shed light about this epidemic. In order to reduce the impact of Period Bypassing™, it begins with Holistic Menstrual Health education where De’Nicea teaches a multi-faceted perspective of the menstrual cycle that shatters the belief of what has been accepted as “normal” for what is healthy. She inspires women seeking holistic methods to support their quest not only for relief from menstrual cycle conditions or to get a positive pregnancy test, but for a more aligned and expressed Whole Being. From this new perspective, women begin to create a life FOR themselves instead of allowing things to happen TO them, taking a more active role in their healthcare and well-being.   Social media links: www.deniceahilton.com www.periodbypassing.com www.facebook.com/deniceahilton www.linkedin.com/in/deniceahilton www.instagram.com/deniceahilton www.pinterest.com/deniceahilton www.twitter.com/deniceahilton https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT9aFZOOLZWwaW0s-rmmszA   Here's the link for the courses: hrhacademy.thinkific.com/courses      

Episode 44 of the PCOS and Nutrition podcast features Farrar Duro DOM, FABORM. Farrar practices reproductive acupuncture at Florida Complete Wellness in Fort Lauderdale. PCOS is one of the leading causes of infertility. In this episode, Farrar discusses PCOS and fertility and provides some tips on how to boost PCOS fertility. Find out: Farrar's PCOS story What reproductive acupuncture is How PCOS effects fertility. What Traditional Chinese Medicine is, what it involves and how it works. Tips to boost fertility naturally Diet and lifestyle tips for PCOS and fertility Ways to track ovulation Farrar's Bio Farrar Duro DOM, FABORM practices reproductive acupuncture at Florida Complete Wellness in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and became a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine in 2008. After overcoming her own struggles with PCOS and endometriosis using a combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine and other natural methods, she has felt tremendous joy in sharing her methods with other women and founded The PCOS Revolution Academy™. Show Notes Farra's Website The PCOS Revolution 90-Day Reset Supplements for infertility Grab your copy of The Five Biggest Mistakes to Avoid for Women with PCOS. Follow Farrar on Social Media Farra'rs Facebook Page @floridacompletewellness Farrar's Instagram @flcompletewellness   Follow Me on Social Media Despina's Instagram: @pcosoracle Despina's Twitter: @pcosoracle Despina's Facebook Page: @pcosoracle Despina's Pinterest: @pcosoracle Despina's YouTube: Despina Pavlou

In this week's episode of the Rise Parenting Podcast, I sat down with Susan Fox to talk about how acupuncture, Chinese Medicine and Functional Medicine can support fertility and pregnancy. Susan has a wealth of knowledge and we covered a wide range of topics including gut heath, the mind-body connection, and diet. Susan Fox is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. She is the founder of Balanced Restored - an acupuncture, herbal medicine and functional medicine clinic in Marin County, California. Susan is a licensed member of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and is a specialist in women's reproductive health. Susan combines evidence-based research with customized Chinese Medicine diagnosis and treatment working with infertility, pregnancy, post-partum, peri-menopause and menopause. Susan is also a founding member of The Fertile Soul, which brings a holistic approach to infertility. What to learn more about my guest? Check out: https://drsusanfox.com & https://balancerestored.com Even if you're not local to the Bay Area, Susan offers phone and Skype consultations which I'd highly recommend, after our conversation I quickly became a patient of Susan's! Podcast Music: England by Pictures of the Floating World, License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/us/legalcode

Dr. Farrar Duro joins us today as we're digging into Ear Seeds and how this technique can improve fertility. Farrar Duro Doctor Oriental Medicine practices reproductive acupuncture at Florida Complete Wellness in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and became a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine in 2008. After overcoming her own struggles with PCOS and endometriosis using a combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine and other natural methods, she has felt tremendous joy in sharing her methods with other women and founded The PCOS Revolution Academy™. Farrar has since specialized in the treatment of PCOS, infertility and hormonal imbalances with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 15 years and has a passion for women's health and wellness. This path led her to pursue advanced pregnancy training in the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™ and publication of her first book, The Smart Couple's Guide to Getting Pregnant, An Integrated Approach in 2015. A board-certified acupuncture physician, Farrar graduated from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine and performed her post-graduate training at the Shandong University of TCM in Shandong, China. To learn more about PCOS and infertility, you can also listen to her weekly podcast, The PCOS Revolution, on iTunes and Stitcher Radio. Visit your website at www.floridacompletewellness.com. Free download - IVF prep guide: Steps to boosting IUI/IVF success: https://www.thepcosrevolution.com/IVFguide Download 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. www.yogafreebie.com Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Don't forget to check out my Resources page for more information and products that will help you on your fertility journey.

Welcome to Episode 12 of Season 4 of the The PCOS Revolution podcast: BBT Charting for PCOS Revisited In this episode, I revisit BBT charting from Season 3 and talk about why it's so important for PCOS. I dive into the best ways of BBT (basal body temperature) charting to jumpstart your fertility and take charge of your cycle. As a result of going over this method with hundreds of fertility patients throughout the years to help them achieve "cycle sanity" and ultimately a healthy pregnancy, this episode goes deep into the how's and why's of BBT charting. About The Host: Farrar Duro is an expert in PCOS whose accomplishments include: – Currently practicing reproductive acupuncture, Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™ and herbal medicine at Florida Complete Wellness in Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Becoming a board-certified acupuncture physician,  graduating from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine and performing her post-graduate training at Shandong University of TCM in Shandong, China – Author of “The Smart Couple's Guide to Getting Pregnant, An Integrated Approach” – Becoming a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM) in 2008 – Specializing in the treatment of PCOS, infertility and hormonal imbalances with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 15 years More Information: Learn more about how you can improve your results with PCOS with support from our clinic (for distance and local patients) by visiting us at www.floridacompletewellness.com. PCOS Links & Mentions From This Episode: The PCOS Revolution 30 Day Jumpstart Registration The PCOS Revolution 30 Day Jumpstart Facebook Group American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (www.aborm.org) Florida Complete Wellness Facebook page PCOS Revolution Podcast Facebook page Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on answering your most burning questions about PCOS, please share it with your friends by using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for The PCOS Revolution podcast!And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get.Please leave a review right now;) Thanks for listening! Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is intended for general audience only and is not intended to diagnose, treat or replace professional medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/support

De’Nicea Hilton is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine certified in Oriental Reproductive Medicine. She is a podcast host and speaker. She loves saving uteruses and making babies as a Holistic Period & Fertility Strategist. Quote:  "To keep the body in good health is a duty… otherwise, we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear." - Buddha Connect with De'Nicea:  www.deniceahilton.com FB: De'Nicea Hilton IG: @deniceahilton Twitter: @DeNiceaHilton Podcast: Sisters of Flow: A Period and Fertility Podcast Practice: Holistic Reproductive Health, Palm Harbor, FL   To learn more about booking me to speak at your event, please go to  https://www.trinamartin.com/book-trina-to-speak  If you would like to sponsor the podcast, please send an email to: trinatalk@trinamartin.com  Connect with me on Social Media: Show hashtag: #TrinaTalk Twitter: @TrinaLMartin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alooktokill/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrinaTalk/   

Welcome to Episode 1 of Season 4 of The PCOS Revolution podcast.  In this episode, you'll discover: The Five Biggest Mistakes Most Women Make When Trying to Overcome Their PCOS Symptoms Over the past two decades, I've worked with hundreds of women in my clinic with PCOS  who wanted to overcome their symptoms of weight gain, acne, mood swings and irregular cycles naturally with diet and lifestyle changes, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. As a licensed acupuncturist with a specialty in Oriental Reproductive Medicine who has also overcome most of my PCOS symptoms using these very methods, I wanted to make you aware of some of the most common roadblocks that may come up for you along your PCOS journey so I wanted to talk about the 5 biggest mistakes I've seen over the years…. 1. Not Asking Enough Questions 2. Believing That Birth Control Will Cure Your PCOS 3. Blaming Yourself and Believing You'll Never Get Pregnant if You Have PCOS 4. Following Diet Plans That Fail 5. Not Seeking The Right Help I've made some of these mistakes myself. Now, just a warning…I'm going to be throwing a lot of information your way so I've created a little cheatsheet for you to download.  Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our “The PCOS Revolution!” And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get. Thanks for listening! Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is intended for general audience only and is not intended to diagnose, treat or replace professional medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/support

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

In the second part of our three-part series, we examine what can be done to affect egg quality, what male partners can do and an often-overlooked simple reason why you might be miscarrying. About Our Guest:  Dr. Ellen Wood is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and in the subspecialty of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Dr. Wood is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and a distinguished fellow in the American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She is a Voluntary Assistant Professor at the University of Miami School of Medicine and Florida International University School of Medicine. She has served as a Clinical Board Examiner for the American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists since 2011. She also holds a Preceptor role at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, in addition to being the Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Site Director for the OBGYN Residency Program at Community Health of South Florida. Before joining IVFMD, Dr. Wood served as an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and as the director of Academic Services at MCP Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, PA. Her major research interests include in vitro fertilization, congenital uterine anomalies, and advanced laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgical techniques. She has published numerous articles, co-authored multiple book chapters, and has presented her research at both national and international meetings. About the Host: Farrar Duro, Doctor Oriental Medicine practices reproductive acupuncture at Florida Complete Wellness in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and became a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine in 2008. After overcoming her own struggles with PCOS and endometriosis using a combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine and other natural methods, she has felt tremendous joy in sharing her methods with other women . Farrar has since specialized in the treatment of PCOS, infertility and hormonal imbalances with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 15 years and has a passion for women's health and wellness. This path led her to pursue advanced pregnancy training in the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™ and publication of her first book, The Smart Couple's Guide to Getting Pregnant, An Integrated Approach in 2015. A board-certified acupuncture physician, Farrar graduated from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine and performed her post-graduate training at Shandong University of TCM in Shandong, China. To learn more about PCOS and infertility, you can also listen to her weekly podcast, The PCOS Revolution, on iTunes and Stitcher Radio. Visit your website at www.floridacompletewellness.com Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is intended for general audience only and is not intended to diagnose, treat or replace professional medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/support

The emotional response to hearing, "There is no apparent reason for the repeated pregnancy losses or infertility" can be difficult, maddening and frustrating. Approximately 1 in 5 couples will experience unexplained infertility, and another 2% will experience recurrent pregnancy loss - or implantation failures despite completing a full infertility work-up.  In this three-part series with Dr. Ellen Wood, you'll learn how to put together the missing pieces of unexplained infertility and repeated pregnancy loss, to uncover the vital answers on the path leading to parenthood. With over four decades of combined reproductive medicine experience, Dr. Ellen Wood, reproductive endocrinologist of #IVFMD and Dr. Farrar Celada Duro, reproductive acupuncturist, will share: • The key questions to ask a R.E. and/or reproductive acupuncturist BEFORE starting a medicated cycle • The 3 myths surrounding recurrent pregnancy loss and how to address them • The reasons why the current fertility plan might not be the most effective, and the warning signs to look for that could indicate more problems down the road • The four-step strategy to start implementing now to get on the road to starting or growing a family About Our Guest:  Dr. Ellen Wood is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and in the subspecialty of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Dr. Wood is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and a distinguished fellow in the American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She is a Voluntary Assistant Professor at the University of Miami School of Medicine and Florida International University School of Medicine. She has served as a Clinical Board Examiner for the American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists since 2011. She also holds a Preceptor role at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, in addition to being the Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Site Director for the OBGYN Residency Program at Community Health of South Florida. Before joining IVFMD, Dr. Wood served as an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and as the director of Academic Services at MCP Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, PA. Her major research interests include in vitro fertilization, congenital uterine anomalies, and advanced laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgical techniques. She has published numerous articles, co-authored multiple book chapters, and has presented her research at both national and international meetings. About the Host: Farrar Duro, Doctor Oriental Medicine practices reproductive acupuncture at Florida Complete Wellness in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and became a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine in 2008. After overcoming her own struggles with PCOS and endometriosis using a combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine and other natural methods, she has felt tremendous joy in sharing her methods with other women . Farrar has since specialized in the treatment of PCOS, infertility and hormonal imbalances with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 15 years and has a passion for women's health and wellness. This path led her to pursue advanced pregnancy training in the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™ and publication of her first book, The Smart Couple's Guide to Getting Pregnant, An Integrated Approach in 2015. A board-certified acupuncture physician, Farrar graduated from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine and performed her post-graduate training at Shandong University of TCM in Shandong, China. To learn more about PCOS and infertility, you can also listen to her weekly podcast, The PCOS Revolution, on iTunes and Stitcher Radio. Visit your website at www.floridacompletewellness. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/support

Episode: “How to Improve Your Gut and Transform Your Health with Vivien Allred” Welcome to Episode 7 of Season 3 of The PCOS Revolution Podcast. Today we chat with U.K. naturopathic nutritionist Vivien Allred about getting to the root of gut imbalances that can creep up and wreak havoc on your hormones.  In this episode, you'll discover: -How gut health can influence PCOS symptoms and mood -Why going vegan might be more difficult than you think for women with PCOS -What triggers a gut imbalance and how to test for it About Vivien Vivien Allred (Dip CNM, mBANT, CNHC) is an expert in gut health and PCOS whose accomplishments include: Becoming a naturopathic nutritional therapist after struggling with many hormonal and digestive issues during early adulthood Primarily focusing on identifying and addressing the root causes of her clients symptoms and educating them about the healing properties of food   Working with women struggling with issues such as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), menstrual issues, hair loss, acne, IBS and weight gain More Information Vivien shares weekly blog posts, newsletters and daily health education on her social media accounts and website. You can find her at www.vivanaturalhealth.co.uk On Facebook and Instagram: @vivanaturalhealth Email: enquires@vivanaturalhealth.co.uk About the Host: Farrar Duro, Doctor Oriental Medicine practices reproductive acupuncture at Florida Complete Wellness in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and became a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine in 2008. After overcoming her own struggles with PCOS and endometriosis using a combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine and other natural methods, she has felt tremendous joy in sharing her methods with other women. Farrar has since specialized in the treatment of PCOS, infertility and hormonal imbalances with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 15 years and has a passion for women's health and wellness. This path led her to pursue advanced pregnancy training in the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™ and publication of her first book, The Smart Couple's Guide to Getting Pregnant, An Integrated Approach in 2015. A board-certified acupuncture physician, Farrar graduated from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine and performed her post-graduate training at Shandong University of TCM in Shandong, China. To learn more about PCOS and infertility, you can also listen to her biweekly podcast, The PCOS Revolution, on iTunes and Stitcher Radio. Links: Click here to learn more about The PCOS Revolution Academy! Paleo for Women - Stefani Ruper http://paleoforwomen.com/ Lara Briden - https://www.larabriden.com/ Viva Natural Health blog www.vivanaturalhealth.co.uk Book Mentions: 8 Steps to Reverse Your PCOS: A Proven Program to Reset Your Hormones, Repair Your Metabolism, and Restore Your Fertility by Dr. Fiona McCulloch Free PCOS guide: PCOS: Three diet & lifestyle mistakes to avoid Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our “The PCOS Revolution!” And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get. Please leave a review right now;) Thanks for listening! Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is intended for general audience only and is not intended to diagnose, treat or replace professional medical advice --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/support

Welcome to Episode 5 of Season 3 of The PCOS Revolution Podcast. Host Farrar Duro steps into the guest seat when fertility coach and author Sarah Clark of the Get Pregnant Naturally podcast interviews her today. In this episode, you'll discover: In this episode, you'll discover: -What your doctor looks for when diagnosing PCOS -How regulating your cycles could benefit your health as well as future fertility -The easiest way to spot insulin resistance that you might have overlooked -The five types of PCOS explained About Sarah Sarah Clark is an expert in uncovering hidden causes of infertility whose accomplishments include: - Being a certified life coach with accreditation from the International Coaches Federation and a health coach with training from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition - Discovering when she was just 28 years old that she was already in premature ovarian failure (POF) - Accepted the diagnosis and had both her children through in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and later discovered functional medicine to overcome her root causes of inflammation leading to her POF - The author of Fabulously Fertile-Supercharge your Fertility Naturally, Fabulously Fertile Cookbook and The Fertility Preparation Program More Information Learn more about how you can improve your results with uncovering hidden causes of infertility with Sarah's fertility coaching program, which includes functional lab testing, supports couples to make diet and lifestyle changes that dramatically improve the chances of a healthy pregnancy and baby at www.fabfertile.com. Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 Download 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. www.yogafreebie.com About the Host: Farrar Duro, Doctor Oriental Medicine practices reproductive acupuncture at Florida Complete Wellness in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and became a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine in 2008. After overcoming her own struggles with PCOS and endometriosis using a combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine and other natural methods, she has felt tremendous joy in sharing her methods with other women . Farrar has since specialized in the treatment of PCOS, infertility and hormonal imbalances with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 15 years and has a passion for women's health and wellness. This path led her to pursue advanced pregnancy training in the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™ and publication of her first book, The Smart Couple's Guide to Getting Pregnant, An Integrated Approach in 2015. A board-certified acupuncture physician, Farrar graduated from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine and performed her post-graduate training at Shandong University of TCM in Shandong, China. To learn more about PCOS and infertility, you can also listen to her weekly podcast, The PCOS Revolution, on iTunes and Stitcher Radio. Visit your website at www.floridacompletewellness.com Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our "The PCOS Revolution!" And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get. Please leave a review right now;)  Thanks for listening! Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is intended for general audience only and is not intended... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/support

Dr. Farrar Duro joins us today as we are digging into PCOS 101 and how you can boost your fertility naturally. Farrar Duro Doctor Oriental Medicine practices reproductive acupuncture at Florida Complete Wellness in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and became a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine in 2008. After overcoming her own struggles with PCOS and endometriosis using a combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine and other natural methods, she has felt tremendous joy in sharing her methods with other women and founded The PCOS Revolution Academy™. Farrar has since specialized in the treatment of PCOS, infertility and hormonal imbalances with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 15 years and has a passion for women's health and wellness. This path led her to pursue advanced pregnancy training in the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™ and publication of her first book, The Smart Couple's Guide to Getting Pregnant, An Integrated Approach in 2015. A board-certified acupuncture physician, Farrar graduated from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine and performed her post-graduate training at Shandong University of TCM in Shandong, China. To learn more about PCOS and infertility, you can also listen to her weekly podcast, The PCOS Revolution, on iTunes and Stitcher Radio. Visit your website at www.floridacompletewellness.com Schedule your free 15 min hormone consult: http://www.floridacompletewellness.com/contact/ Download 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. www.yogafreebie.com Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 Don't forget to check out my Resources page for more information and products that will help you on your fertility journey.  

Episode: “How to Sync Your Cycle and Boost Your Fertility IQ with BBT Charting” Welcome to Episode 4 of Season 3 of the The PCOS Revolution podcast. In this episode, I dive into the best ways of BBT (basal body temperature) charting to jumpstart your fertility and take charge of your cycle. As a result of going over this method with hundreds of fertility patients throughout the years to help them achieve "cycle sanity" and ultimately a healthy pregnancy, this episode goes deep into the how's and why's of BBT charting. About The Host Farrar Duro is an expert in PCOS whose accomplishments include: – Currently practicing reproductive acupuncture, Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™ and herbal medicine at Florida Complete Wellness in Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Becoming a board-certified acupuncture physician,  graduating from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine and performing her post-graduate training at Shandong University of TCM in Shandong, China – Author of “The Smart Couple's Guide to Getting Pregnant, An Integrated Approach” – Becoming a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM) in 2008 – Specializing in the treatment of PCOS, infertility and hormonal imbalances with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 15 years More Information Learn more about how you can improve your results with PCOS with support from our clinic (for distance and local patients) by visiting us at www.floridacompletewellness.com. PCOS Links & Mentions From This Episode: American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (www.aborm.org) Florida Complete Wellness Facebook page PCOS Revolution Podcast Facebook page Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on answering your most burning questions about PCOS, please share it with your friends by using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our “The PCOS Revolution podcast!” And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get. Please leave a review right now;)  Thanks for listening! Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is intended for general audience only and is not intended to diagnose, treat or replace professional medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/support

Welcome! Dr. Liz and Dr. Lorri have a conversation about Dr. Lorri's personal experience of cancer. They discuss differences between the mindset of doctors and nurses in Europe vs. the United States, hypnosis and the uses of it for cancer, and how to shift your mindset around cancer. Listen to Dr. Lorri's previous podcast episode at http://www.drlizhypnosis.com/episode39 Dr. Lorri Beauchamp is an acupuncturist and fertility specialist and Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. See more about Dr. Lorri Beauchamp at http://www.drlorri.com See Show Notes at http://www.drlizhypnosis.com/episode79 --------- See more about Dr. Liz and get Free hypnosis files at http://bit.ly/drlizhypnosis Podcast Page  http://bit.ly/HM-podcast Twitter @DrLizBonet #hypnotizemepodcast Instagram  @DrLizBonet YouTube http://bit.ly/DrLiz-YouTube FB page http://bit.ly/2eZ9rjG Dr. Liz's book http://amzn.to/2gE08FJ --------- Hypnotize Me is the podcast about hypnosis, transformation, and healing. Certified hypnotherapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Dr. Elizabeth Bonet, discusses the research behind hypnosis, interviews the professionals doing it, and talks to individuals who have had hypnosis to see what happened afterwards. Free hypnoses are also given from time to time. If you're interested in learning more about the magic of hypnosis, psychotherapy and mindfulness, this is the perfect place to feed your fascination! Thank you for tuning in! Please subscribe to auto-download new episodes to your listening device. After you listen to a few episodes, please consider leaving an honest rating and review of the podcast.

Today’s mindful moment gives you a little taste of our 29-day meditation challenge, of which we are currently getting phenomenal feedback and results. In keeping with the theme of working with our feminine and masculine energy, we will engage in a meditation to help and honor those who came before us and unblock any blockages that we have with our family. This meditation may have you feeling lighter, more open, and a sense of gratitude and respect for those that made us who we are.   To share your own fertility story, please email me at hillary@ladypotions.com. I look forward to connecting with you, as you are what this podcast is all about.   Takeaway: [:51] The results have been astounding so far for our 29-day meditation challenge. The feedback has been great, that we wanted to share a meditation where you will be connecting with your ancestors and clearing up any familial blockages. [2:25] This meditation honors those that came before us, and removes any blockages that we have with our family. It does not matter how close you are or aren’t with your family, as you will be connecting with the energy in your familial line. [3:29] Meditation begins.   References: Fertile Minds on LibSyn Fertile Minds on iTunes American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine   Continue Your Journey: Link to sign up for free 29-day meditation challenge @ladypotions4u on Twitter @ladypotions4u on Instagram My Website: Ladypotions.com Special Thanks to Christopher Lloyd Clarke for music   Disclaimer *  You must not rely on the information in this podcast as an alternative to medical advice from your doctor or another professional healthcare provider. If you have any specific questions about any medical matter you should consult your doctor or another professional healthcare provider. If you think you may be suffering from any medical condition you should seek immediate medical attention. You should never delay seeking medical advice, disregard medical advice, or discontinue medical treatment because of information on this website or in this podcast.

For our final episode of the season, I answer emails from listeners around the world who are struggling with their own PCOS battles. About The Host Farrar Duro is an expert in PCOS whose accomplishments include: - Currently practicing reproductive acupuncture, Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™ and herbal medicine at Florida Complete Wellness in Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Becoming a board-certified acupuncture physician,  graduating from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine and performing her post-graduate training at Shandong University of TCM in Shandong, China - Author of "The Smart Couple's Guide to Getting Pregnant, An Integrated Approach" - Becoming a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM) in 2008 - Specializing in the treatment of PCOS, infertility and hormonal imbalances with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 15 years More Information Learn more about how you can improve your results with PCOS with support from our clinic (for distance and local patients) by visiting us at www.floridacompletewellness.com. PCOS Links & Mentions From This Episode: American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (www.aborm.org) Florida Complete Wellness Facebook page PCOS Revolution Podcast Facebook page Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below! If you enjoyed this episode on answering your most burning questions about PCOS, please share it with your friends by using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our "The PCOS Revolution podcast!" And, finally, please take a minute to leave us an honest review and rating on iTunes. They really help us out when it comes to the ranking of the show and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews we get. Please leave a review right now;)  Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/farrar-duro/support

Today’s Mindful Moment session invites you to float away from the everyday stresses and move towards what makes you feel good. Our guided meditation doesn’t use a mantra or breath, just our imagination to teleport you to a place that we associate with comfort and relaxation. This is perfect for yourself and possibly your partner as well, and a great way to start your morning or practice before going to a doctor’s appointment.   To share your own fertility story, please email me at hillary@ladypotions.com. I look forward to connecting with you, as you are what this podcast is all about.   Takeaway: [0:33] Today’s episode is brought to you by my 29-Day Meditation Challenge, starting April 29, 2018. [1:17] Managing and lowering stress is extremely important in everyday life, especially in cases of fertility and conception. For example, a study in 1993 by Domar pointed out that distress scores of depression and anxiety were similar to those engaged in cancer treatment and MORE than those recovering from a heart attack. [2:15] I suggest the images rather give them to you because what we all find relaxing is subjective and it is up to you to feel in control and calm. The more you practice this guided meditation, the more you access this during stressful or trying times. [4:14] The guided relaxation begins. Please find a comfortable place to lie down or sit where you are away from distractions. [16:43] Guided relaxation comes to an end. Know that this is an exercise you can come back to time and time again when you need some relaxation and clarity in your life.   References: Fertile Minds on LibSyn Fertile Minds on iTunes American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine   Continue Your Journey: Link to sign up for free 29-day meditation challenge @ladypotions4u on Twitter @ladypotions4u on Instagram My Website: Ladypotions.com Special Thanks to Christopher Lloyd Clarke for music  

Today’s episode is going to uncover what your basal body temperatures can and can’t tell you about your fertility. There is a ton of information regarding this topic, so by the time you are done listening to today’s episode, I want you to feel confident and motivated about tracking your BBT and working with your practitioner on what it means for you. We will talk about why you should take your temperature, how to do it and then track it correctly, how to use the different methods to your advantage, and the benefits that come from tracking it.   To share your own fertility story, please email me at hillary@ladypotions.com. I look forward to connecting with you, as you are what this podcast is all about.   Takeaway: [2:14] When it comes to tracking BBTs or what is known as Basal Body Temperatures, I’ve had two main teachers — Jane Littleton and Kirsten Karchmer from Of Conceivable. Both are a wealth of information when it comes to using and INTERPRETING this technique. [2:57] Many times when a patient comes to my office they have done BBT in the past and are fed up either with the stress it causes or they have no idea how to read it. This leads to them wanting to dismiss doing it all, or maybe they have had an MD of some sort tell them that it’s pointless and they should move on to something like IUI or IVF if they want results. I’m here to tell you that’s not always the case. [4:12] When a woman walks into my office with 3-6 months of charts either on paper or in an app I know in all likelihood she has just sped up her chances of conceiving with Chinese Medicine. This is also a way I know how and when to fine tune her herbs, recommend lifestyle and diet adjustments and even when there is a greater chance of miscarriage after a positive pregnancy test. This gives many women increased peace of mind that they able to keep an eye on the miracle that is unfolding within them without any invasive treatments. The other positive reason I recommend charting your temps is that it can be greatly empowering to understand what is having an effect on your body, like alcohol, caffeine, or even certain foods. [8:17] Calendar rhythm method: Consists of using past menstrual cycles to estimate the time of your ovulation. When used on its own, this is the least reliable method of birth control. It should be avoided if your menstrual cycles are shorter than 26 days or longer than 32 days. [8:42] Temperature method. You track your BBT for several cycles by using a very sensitive basal thermometer to take your temperature before you get out of bed each morning. Due to hormonal surges, your BBT goes up right after ovulation. [9:10] Cervical mucus method. You track the color, thickness, and texture of your cervical mucus to monitor your fertility. Your cervical mucus becomes thinner, slippery, and stretchy when you ovulate. Tracking your cervical mucus will require some practice. [10:14] I cover how to take your BBT: Take your daily temperature first thing upon awakening, before any other activity (going to the bathroom, talking on the phone, etc). The exception is 16 seconds of focused breathing. If using a digital thermometer, wait about 30 seconds until it beeps. If using glass, leave it in 5 minutes and keep the receipt and return if you think the battery is faulty. You can take your temperature orally or vaginally, but always make it from the same place. Pick one and stay with it. Try to take it at the very same time each day right when you wake up. Make sure you get a minimum of 3 hours consecutive sleep before you take the temperature. If you use a glass thermometer, shake it down the day before. If you wake up at 5 and then plan to get up at 7, take your temperature at 5, when you wake up. Most digital thermometers will keep the temperature on it until the next use. [14:38] When charting your temperature, you can use paper or an app. Some that I like are Fertility Friend, Conceivable, and Glow. If the temperature falls between two numbers on a glass thermometer, always take the lowest. Make dots on the appropriate temperature and connect the dots with straight lines. Note events such as stress, or illness in the miscellaneous row. Temperatures taken late should be noted in the ‘time taken’ row. [16:36] We cover what BBT tracking can and cannot do. It cannot tell you about your partner’s fertility, nor is it great at predicting ovulation. [17:50] Don’t freak out if you don’t get every single day. As a practitioner. I am looking for the average in the follicular and the average in the luteal phase. It takes about one season of working with someone to make a 50% increase in their chances of fertility. [19:57] We cover the bleeding, follicular, ovulation and luteal phases and what I look at within each one. [25:18] If temps are at 98.2 in the luteal phase, your miscarriage chances will drop from 30 percent to 5 percent. [29:16] I go over some patterns that we see in BBT and the phases, and how I as a practitioner use this information to work with the patient. [34:12] One reason someone wouldn’t want to track their BBT is when they are taking progesterone supplements, as it affects the temperatures and if it stresses you out completely my suggestion is to meditate directly after. And if that’s still too much for you or you travel a lot or you aren’t able to wake around the same time most days due to life constraints I encourage you to check out the AVA Woman.   References: Fertile Minds on LibSyn Fertile Minds on iTunes American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine   Continue Your Journey: Link to sign up for free 29-day meditation challenge Avawomen.ref-r.com/c/i/10619/9312796 — affiliate link for $30 discount on Ava Temp tracker Avawomen.com/avaworld/ava-data-means/ fp306.isrefer.com/go/dreamlifea/hillary/ coupon code for $150 discount  “dreamlife2018” Treatment of Infertility with Chinese Medicine, by Jane Lyttleton Kirsten Karchmer Ways to Track Your BBT Guide to Cervical Mucus @ladypotions4u on Twitter @ladypotions4u on Instagram My Website: Ladypotions.com Special Thanks to Christopher Lloyd Clarke for music

Today’s mindful moments episode is all about setting your morning right with a quiet continuous breathing meditation. Whether you have 30 seconds or 30 minutes a morning, this will help get you clued into your own body every morning, and set you throughout your day with more positive self-talk and intention.   I recommend this meditation both before and after you take your basal body temperature. Nothing fancy, just quiet continuous breathing and some visualization to start your day out with a connection to yourself and your calmest potential. To share your own fertility story, please email me at hillary@ladypotions.com. I look forward to connecting with you, as you are what this podcast is all about.   Takeaway: [1:11] Today’s Mindful Moments Meditation focuses on the quiet and continuous breath. [2:31] Watching bad news early in the day had long-lasting effects and set the tone for a negative day. Shawn Achor and his wife Michelle Gielan, as originally reported in Harvard Business Review, found when you’re exposed to just three minutes of negative news first thing in the morning, you have a 27 percent higher likelihood of reporting that you had a bad day six to eight hours later, compared to a group exposed to positive, solutions-focused news. [4:18] If you like these meditations and want to sign up for my free 29-day meditation challenge I’ll be offering in April, go to the show notes — click here — and click the link to sign up so you’ll know as soon as it is live. If you are listening to this past April 2018 you can still click the link and you’ll be able to purchase the challenge to do on your own. [6:09] The key is to pay attention and observe the breath. This meditation does 4 x 4 breaths, with observing on the inhale and exhale. This is a technique that I just practiced with my teacher davidji and I absolutely love. I have a hard time following my breath, but this practice had me in a trance in a  matter of minutes. [9:02] It is recommended to do this meditation, take your basal body temperature and then practice the meditation again. Even as little as 5 minutes can be key to setting the tone for the day. [10:45] You will hear a bell at the 5, 10, 15 and 20-minute mark. This will remind us to gently move our focus back on the breath. [11:21] Meditation begins and offers a sweet spot of quiet and quickness. [35:59] Meditation ends and we focus on our physical surroundings and the peacefulness we cultivated.   References: Fertile Minds on LibSyn Fertile Minds on iTunes American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine   Continue Your Journey: Link to sign up for free 29-day meditation challenge fp306.isrefer.com/go/dreamlifea/hillary/ coupon code for $150 discount “dreamlife2018”   @ladypotions4u on Twitter @ladypotions4u on Instagram   My Website: Ladypotions.com Special Thanks to Christopher Lloyd Clarke for music

Today we will be covering one of my personal subjects in life, food! Food therapy has always been part of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It can be really easy to initiate your own healing simply by eating for your current TCM disharmony. I will share with you some easy life solutions and three different approaches that you can start with your very next meal. Food has a lot of ties to our belief system, our past, and emotions we have yet to feel. Changing the way you eat can seem very overwhelming, so today I invite you to just pick a few from these three ideas that suit you and your life.   To share your own fertility story, please email me at hillary@ladypotions.com. I look forward to connecting with you, as you are what this podcast is all about.   Takeaways [4:56] Many of us have some body image issues, myself included, that we’ve worked really hard to overcome and I don’t want you to get stressed with the idea of cutting things out or calorie counting. That’s not what today’s episode is about. [6:01] I would rather encourage you to make positive small changes that feel right to you rather than your feeling like your eating is one more thing you have to try and be perfect at. The implications of your DNA occur one full year before you get pregnant. [8:25] Even a 2% change a day has a cumulative effect. It’s important to start small and adopt habits and a diet that feels positive and nourishing. [10:24] The first approach is from Daoshing Ni, from his book The Tao of Fertility. He thinks of the menstrual cycle as a season, and there is a systematic way to eat accordingly along with the phases. [12:10] The second is a general list of what not to eat, and a meal order solution like Green Chef or Hello Fresh. This is great for the on-the-go person that is working too much or overwhelmed by the idea of shopping and cooking. However, it can get pricey, especially if you cave and order take out when you have organic food sitting in your fridge. [13:09] Third is the pattern diagnosis of TCM by symptoms that tell you how to eat based on TCM. This will often help you feel the best the quickest and make your overall constitution stronger helping you to achieve optimal fertility. It can be difficult if you both of you have completely different imbalances or constitutions. It’s a win if you love strict rules. It gives a list of don’ts and dos. [14:20] In the Tao of Fertility approach, you think of your menses as the season of winter. Shedding, ending and contracting. The week after your period is like spring where plants and flowers are budding and blooming, and the ovulatory phase is summer. The luteal phase is akin to autumn, where the temperature is beginning to drop. During the first two weeks of your “seasons”, you want to incorporate foods that will strengthen your egg quality and energy. This includes grains, high protein foods like eggs, meat and beans. It’s important the food is warm for digestion. If you feel extra fatigued and weak during menstruation, you want to eat a lot of blood-nourishing foods like bone broth. The second phase after ovulation shifts to leafy green vegetables and berries. [25:44] Always choose full-fat instead of fat-free. Often times when they take the fat out, they replace it with sugar and other unhealthy additives. [29:22] I go through the patterns of foods and symptoms depending on the body types, symptoms and deficiencies.  You can also download the food quiz here on the website for a further dive into what you should be eating for your specific constitution.   References: Fertile Minds on LibSyn Fertile Minds on iTunes American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine   The Tao of Fertility: A Healing Chinese Medicine Program to Prepare Body, Mind, and Spirit for New Life, by Daoshing Li and Dana Herko   Continue Your Journey: @ladypotions4u on Twitter @ladypotions4u on Instagram   My Website: Ladypotions.com Special Thanks to Christopher Lloyd Clarke for music  

Feelings of loneliness, fear, and doubt are universal to a woman during her fertility road trip. It is common to feel hopeful and confident one moment and then isolated and frazzled the next. Today’s mindful moment episode will be all about restoring more peace and joy into your space, and to remind you that we are all connected and can send healing energy and love to one another, especially during a time such as implantation.   We will dive deep in a meditation that came out organically as I was working with a lovely woman on her our experience. Today’s meditation will help you connect to your heart, let go of attachment, and breathe in faith and gratitude. To share your own fertility story, please email me at hillary@ladypotions.com. I look forward to connecting with you, as you are what this podcast is all about.   Takeaways [1:53] The difference between a positive and negative stress experience is the beholder’s perception of time. [2:35] This episode is dedicated to Lindsey, who inspired Hillary as she is brave and inspiring along her fertility road trip. This meditation that came out organically as they were working together and Hillary recommends this as a useful tool for relaxation during the implantation process. [8:02] Meditation begins.   References: Fertile Minds on LibSyn Fertile Minds on iTunes American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine   Continue Your Journey: @ladypotions4u on Twitter @ladypotions4u on Instagram   My Website: Ladypotions.com Special Thanks to Christopher Lloyd Clarke for music

Interview with Kirsten Karchmer Let me tell you a little about this lady - she is a force, a freight train moving forward toward her vision, and she is kicking major ass! She is inspirational in the arena of 'getting shit done', and pulling her weight in moving TCM into the future.  At the end of this interview you will be asking yourself 'How can I leave my mark on the TCM industry, and help more patients in the process?'.  The products she has created may even end up being a revolutionary change in your own practice. This podcast is a must not miss.  ~ Spence Pentland Email kirsten@conceivable.com Website conceivable.com Professional Profile Kirsten Karchmer is a health tech pioneer and women's health expert. She has pioneered proprietary infertility assessment and treatment protocols that optimize fertility while improving patients overall health.She is a Board Certified reproductive acupuncturist and former President of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. Karchmer is also the CEO/founder of Conceivable, a technology enabled fertility solution at 1/100 the cost of IVF and Viv Wellness a woman's health revolution committed to eradicating PMS and cramping. In 2013, Kirsten translated her successful clinical programs into her technology enabled platform that uses machine learning/ AI to provide affordable and impactful reproductive solution. Karchmer was named one of Texas Women in Technology to Watch and Conceivable was named one of the most innovative health tech start ups from MedTech in 2015, Best Fertility App by Healthline in 2016 and has been featured in Fox News, The New York Magazine, TechCrunch, Huffington Post, and MHealth. Karchmer lectures internationally on women's health, the future of integrative medicine, and using technology to better serve patients, providers, and healthcare systems. Kirsten has been recognized as one of the top female start-up founders to watch, the recipient of the Texas Trailblazer award for her innovation in health care and, is also Huffington Post and MindBodyGreen contributor. Professional Achievements former aborm president launched pro line of mod herb tinctures developed and patented award winning technology in women's health Professional Experience 20 years as reproductive acupuncturist

Welcome! Dr. Lorri Beauchamp, acupuncturist and fertility specialist, Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, discusses her personal experience of Hypnosis and Rapid Trauma Resolution and how she came to see it as an integral part of her fertility practice. We'll Learn: • Dr. Lorri's experience of Hypnosis for Insomnia • How Dr. Lorri discovered Rapid Trauma Resolution • Her experience of the technique for PTSD after a mugging • Why she believes it's such a good supplement to acupuncture for Fertility • What types of trauma and disorders the technique is often used for • How it helps people get past something when they're feeling "stuck," particularly in a fear pattern • Why we're different than the zebras and how it results in trauma for us. • Who is appropriate for Hypnosis using Rapid Trauma Resolution See more about Dr. Lorri Beauchamp at http://www.drlorri.com Learn about Dr. Connelly and his technique at http://www.rapidresolutiontherapy.com See Show Notes at http://www.drlizhypnosis.com/episode39 Thank you for tuning in! Please subscribe to auto-download new episodes to your listening device. After you listen to a few episodes, please consider leaving an honest rating and review of the podcast. --------- See more about Dr. Liz and get Free hypnosis files at http://bit.ly/drlizhypnosis Podcast Page: http://bit.ly/HM-podcast Twitter: @DrLizBonet #hypnotizemepodcast Instagram: @DrLizBonet YouTube: http://bit.ly/DrLiz-YouTube FB page: http://bit.ly/2eZ9rjG Dr. Liz's book: http://amzn.to/2gE08FJ  

In this week’s episode of Body Wisdom, Dr. Michele Summers Colon interviews Dr. De’Nicea Hilton, The Period Whisperer, dis-spelling period myths. Dr. De’Nicea Hilton is a NCCAOM Board Certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture Physician specializing in Oriental Reproductive Medicine. She is becoming known as the Period Whisperer for her work with those who menstruate helping them have smoother cycles and transitions into menopause.

Host Dawn Davenport, Executive Director of Creating a Family, the national infertility & adoption education and support nonprofit, interviews Dr. Mark Perloe, a Reproductive Endocrinologist with  Georgia Reproductive Specialists, and Mark Schwartz, a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine specializing in the treatment of infertility and founder of Buckhead Acupuncture & Herbal Center. Creating a Family has many free resources related to this topic on our website at www.CreatingaFamily.org. Please leave us a review on iTunes. Thanks. Click to Tweet: http://ctt.ec/XI27b Share on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A//creatingafamily.org/infertility-category/acupuncture-alternative-treatment-infertility/ Show Highlights: https://creatingafamily.org/infertility-category/acupuncture-alternative-treatment-infertility/   Support the show (https://creatingafamily.org/donation/)

For more than 15 years Marc has been helping couples struggling to conceive and have healthy babies. In addition to his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Dr. Sklar trained at the Harvard Medical School, Mind/Body Medical Institute. He is the creator of MarcSklar.com and ReproductiveWellness.com, the co-author of Secret to Conception and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and Medical Advisor for Natural Health International. In today’s show, we talk about sperm health. I’ve had so many questions about this topic that it is ridiculous, and I’m happy to have Marc here to talk more about this. Topics discussed in today's episode Why focusing on sperm health is a hit to the male ego How to approach your male partner about having his sperm tested Why you should have your male partner's sperm tested ASAP when you're trying to conceive Why fertility issues are just as much a man's issue as a woman's -- it's just as likely to be his Why are we more likely to assume it's a woman's issue? How a man's semen analysis is an indicator of his overall health How testing your male partner's semen right off the bat can save you 6 months or more later on How what we consider to be a "normal" sperm count has changed over the past 50-100 years What are the 3 main parameters that determine sperm health? Why has the "normal" sperm count declined by 75% over the past 50 or 60 years? What is considered to be a "normal" sperm count What is considered to be normal motility and morphology? Why the majority of the sperm men produce is abnormal What can be done to improve sperm quality? Why excessive exercise can be a problem Why it's important that his testicles stay cool How long does it take to see the change in his lab results? The truth about IUI What actually constitutes "trying" from both Marc and My perspective Specific supplements to support sperm quality Connect with Marc You can connect with Marc on his Website, his clinic Reproductive Wellness, and on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube! Resources mentioned FFP 032 | Acupuncture for Fertility | Male Factor Infertility | Marc Sklar Snow Balls Underwear | Cooling Underwear for Men Reproductive Wellness | Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine Marc Sklar | The Fertility Expert Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Fertility Friday | Fertility Management Masterclass This episode is sponsored by my Fertility Management Masterclass! Gain clarity and confidence using the Fertility Awareness Method and improve your cycle health at the same time! Click here for more information!

On this episode of The Period Party, Nat & Nicole talk with Marc Sklar—The Fertility Expert—who helps couples struggling to conceive and have healthy babies.  Here's some of highlights from this episode:  How to create a plan and find an expert guide you trust, to improve your fertility.The number one thing you can do to take the pressure off of you and your partner when it comes to fertility.The combination approach to improving fertility for both women and men.Why the emotional aspect of fertility/infertility is never talked about and why it should be!Supercharging fertility begins with testing - when to test and what tests to get.  In addition to his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Dr. Sklar trained at the Harvard Medical School, Mind/Body Medical Institute. He is the creator of MarcSklar.com and ReproductiveWellness.com, the co-author of Secret to Conception and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and Medical Advisor for Natural Health International. Dr. Sklar lives in San Diego, with his wife and two sons. If you’re ready to start a family, The Fertility Expert can help! He can help you get pregnant, wherever you are through his online consultations and programs.

Welcome to the Wealthy Wellthy Life with Krisstina Wise. In today’s episode, Krisstina chats with Kirsten Hurder-Karchmer, founder and CEO of Conceivable, an online company that helps infertile couples using natural methods. She also founded and operated The Texas Center for Reproductive Acupuncture, one of the largest fertility wellness clinics in the US. Kirsten is also the former President of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. Tune in to hear about fertility in women and men, and how listening to our body’s menstrual cycle can help fix some of the issues with infertility, without IVF. For full show notes and to download a FREE copy of the transcript for this episode, visit: http://wealthywellthy.life/12

Body and Soul Awareness is a weekly, 90 min radio show focusing on awakening your own internal guides when it comes to overall well-being including physical health, internal state of being and spiritual expansion. Your hosts, Stephanie and Oxana are friends and business owners who collectively provide services in nutrition, skincare and body energy management with concentration on physical, energy and spiritual bodies. They are two amazing ladies on a mission to be the best possible version of themselves while helping others do the same.  They will share their own life experiences & practical knowledge of how to take responsibility of your own well-being by implementing lasting lifestyle changes. This weeks Special Guest is Dr. Stephanie Pina, LAc, MSOM, ND, FABORM.  Dr. Stephanie Pina has a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Phoenix, AZ.  While training at Southwest, she first became interested in Chinese Medicine and returned to school to complete a Masters Degree in Oriental Medicine from the Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine and Accupuncture.  She also holds a Diplomate status in both Accupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the National Accrediting Board of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.  She is a Fellow and member of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine.  She has also written articles for many antional health magazines.  Her goal is to educate peopole about the imortance of being pro-active in their health.  

Marc is the founder and Clinical Director of the Reproductive Wellness Clinic in San Diego California. He has extensive experience and expertise in treating and resolving the causes of infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss with classical Acupuncture and Chinese Medicines. A culmination of studying world religions and ancient healing techniques, combined with extensive world travel, gives Marc a unique understanding of the human body and spirit. A Doctor of Acupuncture, Board Certified Herbalist, and Oriental Medicine Practitioner, and Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, Marc approaches his patients with an open mind, compassion, and a medically integrative perspective. In today's show, we talk about the role that acupuncture can play in improving fertility in both women and men. We discuss the importance of seeking assistance early especially if a woman is noticing signs of sub-optimal fertility. We talk about male factor infertility, why it is so important for men to be tested early, and the myth that infertility is a women's issue. After today's show, I'm thinking that a lot more men will be heading out to see their fertility doctor for some basic fertility testing! Topics discussed in today's episode How effective is acupuncture in improving IVF outcomes? The benefits of using acupuncture for several months prior to starting IVF treatments The benefits of acupuncture to improve fertility for both women and men When should women seek assistance with fertility issues? When is the best time to reach out for help? Why is pre-conception care so important for women? The impact of age on fertility, and the importance of seeking out fertility assistance early What is the typical time-frame for women who seek acupuncture treatment for fertility related issues? How important is it to have the male partner tested when a couple is facing fertility challenges? Why it's important to consider having the male partner tested right off the bat The myth that infertility is generally a woman's issue What is male factor infertility? What are the specific issues involved? The importance of testing for sperm motility, morphology, and sperm count Connect with Marc! You can connect with Marc on his website, his clinic Reproductive Wellness, and on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube! Resources mentioned Reproductive Wellness | Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine Marc Sklar | The Fertility Expert Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by Sirc of (The Nock)