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In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany Sauder shares how she's setting her family up for a healthier, more intentional summer — and it all starts in the kitchen.Tiffany pulls back the curtain on what it actually looks like to feed a busy household of four girls. From prepping protein and produce in advance to setting simple snack agreements, she walks through the real-life food systems that keep her family fed without turning meals into a daily battle.You'll also hear what Tiffany's prioritizing this summer — like playing pickleball, unplugging for her anniversary trip, and creating rhythms that help her whole family stay aligned (and sane).Whether you're tired of the endless “What's for lunch?” questions or just want your days at home to flow smoother, this episode offers smart, sustainable ways to eat well, live intentionally, and actually enjoy summer.What You'll Learn:How Tiffany simplifies family meals with easy, healthy food prepWhy clear priorities can help working moms actually enjoy summerWays to empower kids to make better food choices without micromanaging
In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany Sauder dives into how she's preparing her home and her teens for a more intentional summer. Tiffany shares real-life parenting strategies that go beyond just surviving the season—and instead foster growth, independence, and joy for older kids and their families.From co-creating summer plans with her daughters to managing screen time and helping teens build executive function, Tiffany unpacks the developmental truths of adolescence and how parents can structure the summer to support their teens emotionally, socially, and practically. Whether you're raising a soon-to-be driver or a preteen with big feelings, this episode is packed with thoughtful ideas to make this summer more constructive and connected.What You'll Learn:How to co-create summer plans that include your teen's priorities and yoursWhy structure and explicit agreements reduce chaos and increase claritySimple ways to build executive function and emotional resilience in teens
In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany Sauder gets candid about how she's prepping her home and mindset for summer with toddlers and elementary-aged kids. Joined by producer and working mom Samantha Johnson, Tiffany walks through her real-life systems to bring more structure—and less screen time—into the chaos of summer.From rotating toys and creating play zones to making explicit agreements about iPad time and snacks, Tiffany and Sam share their strategies for keeping kids engaged, the home organized, and themselves sane. Whether you're staring down a season of “I'm bored” or trying to work from home with kids underfoot, this episode is full of practical ideas that make summer feel more fun—for everyone.What You'll Learn:Tiffany's 8 go-to systems for surviving summer with toddlers and elementary kidsHow to keep kids engaged at home without relying on screens or campsSimple ways to reduce chaos and create more calm for the whole family
In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany Sauder talks about the tools, apps, and systems that help her family stay aligned during the chaos of summer. As part of the Working Parent Summer Survival Series, Tiffany shares real-life strategies that bring structure to the chaos—without killing the fun.From laundry outsourcing with Poplin to family budgeting with Greenlight and smart Amazon hacks for teens, Tiffany breaks down the small changes that create major capacity. She also opens up about her approach to communication and planning, helping families stay connected, proactive, and focused throughout the season. Whether you're juggling a packed calendar, a house full of kids, or both—this episode will help you feel more in control, less reactive, and more present.What You'll Learn:The tools Tiffany uses to reclaim time and reduce chaosHow to involve your kids in budgeting, chores, and planningSimple systems to keep your family aligned and proactive
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3556: Choosing to step away from the relentless culture of busyness requires intentionality. Julianna Poplin challenges the automatic urge to fill our schedules, urging us to examine our motives, set clear boundaries, and pause before saying yes. By consciously opting for a slower pace, we reclaim time for what truly matters, whether that's family, rest, or simply enjoying life's little moments. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/culture-of-busy/ Quotes to ponder: "It's not that we are already busy. It's that we don't want to become busy, and that's why we don't do these extra things. We are intentionally un-busy." "We sign onto things without knowing why we are doing them. We go with the flow of what other parents do, what friends do, or what our family does without stopping to ask questions." "The world will fill your schedule up until you're drained and exhausted. Choosing to let go of busyness will mean you get used to saying no and saying it often." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3556: Choosing to step away from the relentless culture of busyness requires intentionality. Julianna Poplin challenges the automatic urge to fill our schedules, urging us to examine our motives, set clear boundaries, and pause before saying yes. By consciously opting for a slower pace, we reclaim time for what truly matters, whether that's family, rest, or simply enjoying life's little moments. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/culture-of-busy/ Quotes to ponder: "It's not that we are already busy. It's that we don't want to become busy, and that's why we don't do these extra things. We are intentionally un-busy." "We sign onto things without knowing why we are doing them. We go with the flow of what other parents do, what friends do, or what our family does without stopping to ask questions." "The world will fill your schedule up until you're drained and exhausted. Choosing to let go of busyness will mean you get used to saying no and saying it often." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3556: Choosing to step away from the relentless culture of busyness requires intentionality. Julianna Poplin challenges the automatic urge to fill our schedules, urging us to examine our motives, set clear boundaries, and pause before saying yes. By consciously opting for a slower pace, we reclaim time for what truly matters, whether that's family, rest, or simply enjoying life's little moments. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/culture-of-busy/ Quotes to ponder: "It's not that we are already busy. It's that we don't want to become busy, and that's why we don't do these extra things. We are intentionally un-busy." "We sign onto things without knowing why we are doing them. We go with the flow of what other parents do, what friends do, or what our family does without stopping to ask questions." "The world will fill your schedule up until you're drained and exhausted. Choosing to let go of busyness will mean you get used to saying no and saying it often." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3093: Julianna Poplin explores the often-overlooked tension between simplicity and frugality, sharing her journey from obsessive bargain hunting to more mindful consumer habits. She encourages listeners to consider the true cost of “cheap” purchases, including time, stress, and clutter, and offers reflective questions to help find a balance that aligns with their values. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/how-to-balance-simplicity-and-frugality/ Quotes to ponder: "You are going to pay with something. It will typically either be time or money." "Frugality ceases to be an asset when you are buried under a pile of bargain items." "It isn't frugal to buy unnecessary items no matter how inexpensive they were." Episode references: The Minimalists (Joshua Fields Milburn quote): https://www.theminimalists.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3093: Julianna Poplin explores the often-overlooked tension between simplicity and frugality, sharing her journey from obsessive bargain hunting to more mindful consumer habits. She encourages listeners to consider the true cost of “cheap” purchases, including time, stress, and clutter, and offers reflective questions to help find a balance that aligns with their values. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/how-to-balance-simplicity-and-frugality/ Quotes to ponder: "You are going to pay with something. It will typically either be time or money." "Frugality ceases to be an asset when you are buried under a pile of bargain items." "It isn't frugal to buy unnecessary items no matter how inexpensive they were." Episode references: The Minimalists (Joshua Fields Milburn quote): https://www.theminimalists.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3093: Julianna Poplin explores the often-overlooked tension between simplicity and frugality, sharing her journey from obsessive bargain hunting to more mindful consumer habits. She encourages listeners to consider the true cost of “cheap” purchases, including time, stress, and clutter, and offers reflective questions to help find a balance that aligns with their values. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/how-to-balance-simplicity-and-frugality/ Quotes to ponder: "You are going to pay with something. It will typically either be time or money." "Frugality ceases to be an asset when you are buried under a pile of bargain items." "It isn't frugal to buy unnecessary items no matter how inexpensive they were." Episode references: The Minimalists (Joshua Fields Milburn quote): https://www.theminimalists.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3426: Julianna Poplin outlines a thoughtful Sunday routine to ease Monday blues and set a positive tone for the week ahead. From self-reflection and organizing goals to indulging in self-care and preparing your wardrobe, her practical tips make Sunday a chance to recharge and prepare for a productive, enjoyable week. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/things-to-do-on-sunday-to-prepare-for-week/ Quotes to ponder: "By asking yourself a few questions, you'll be better able to pinpoint what to take from the week and what lessons to learn." "Taking the time to slow down and quiet your mind and focus your thoughts is very beneficial." "Doing activities you enjoy will help you reset your brain and feel ready to take on the week ahead." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3426: Julianna Poplin outlines a thoughtful Sunday routine to ease Monday blues and set a positive tone for the week ahead. From self-reflection and organizing goals to indulging in self-care and preparing your wardrobe, her practical tips make Sunday a chance to recharge and prepare for a productive, enjoyable week. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/things-to-do-on-sunday-to-prepare-for-week/ Quotes to ponder: "By asking yourself a few questions, you'll be better able to pinpoint what to take from the week and what lessons to learn." "Taking the time to slow down and quiet your mind and focus your thoughts is very beneficial." "Doing activities you enjoy will help you reset your brain and feel ready to take on the week ahead." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3426: Julianna Poplin outlines a thoughtful Sunday routine to ease Monday blues and set a positive tone for the week ahead. From self-reflection and organizing goals to indulging in self-care and preparing your wardrobe, her practical tips make Sunday a chance to recharge and prepare for a productive, enjoyable week. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/things-to-do-on-sunday-to-prepare-for-week/ Quotes to ponder: "By asking yourself a few questions, you'll be better able to pinpoint what to take from the week and what lessons to learn." "Taking the time to slow down and quiet your mind and focus your thoughts is very beneficial." "Doing activities you enjoy will help you reset your brain and feel ready to take on the week ahead." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's no secret that more and more couples are facing fertility challenges today. Fertility treatments are on the rise, and people are looking for alternatives and more natural solutions to help them during their fertility journeys. When looking back at generations before us, they didn't experience as many fertility issues as our generation. This got me thinking about why this might be the case and what we can do about it. I wanted to learn more and got to talk to today's guest, pre-pregnancy expert Alexandria Devito, about preparing for pregnancy and what we can do to optimize our health before conception to increase our chances for a positive pregnancy test. Whether you're considering egg freezing, just starting to think about pregnancy, or have been navigating the path to parenthood, this episode is for you and for anyone looking to embrace a holistic approach to fertility and generational health. Who is Alexandria DeVito? Alexandria DeVito is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health. She is also the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition, extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer, and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness. What Did We Discuss? In this episode, I chat with Alexandria about the importance of pre-pregnancy wellness, the impact our preconception health has on our fertility, and what we can do to optimize it. Here are several of the questions that we covered in our conversation: Can you explain what pre-pregnancy wellness entails and why it's important for prospective parents? What are some common misconceptions about pre-pregnancy health and its importance? How can pre-pregnancy wellness be measured? Does the importance of pre-pregnancy health only apply to first-time pregnancies? How can pre-pregnancy health be optimized? Does pre-pregnancy wellness only apply to females? How can partners support each other in achieving pre-pregnancy wellness goals? How does mental health factor into pre-pregnancy wellness? What lifestyle habits should prospective parents consider adjusting or adopting? How does the level of pre-pregnancy wellness have an impact on postpartum recovery? What are your top tips for pre-pregnancy wellness? I was blown away by my conversation with Alexandria. She brought to light so many things that most people (including me!) don't know about when it comes to our pre-pregnancy wellness. I learned a ton, and I hope you leave this episode feeling hopeful and inspired, too. This is definitely one that I am going to share with people who are thinking about growing their family so they can start focusing on their overall health and wellness now. I hope you found this episode helpful as much as I did! Alexandria's Resources Website: 9monthsisnotenough.com Instagram: @getpoplin Book: 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health Mentioned in episode: Sophia Ruan Gushée's episode about Detoxifying Your Home for Newborns & Kids Thank you for listening to this episode! Be sure to subscribe to our podcast, leave us a review, and follow us on our podcast Instagram page @thebabychickchat for more content. Cheers to prioritizing your pre-pregnancy wellness! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your Infinite Health: Anti Aging Biohacking, Regenerative Medicine and You
Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough and founder & CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company.After years as a functional nutritionist, Alexandria founded Poplin to help couples prepare for conception. Previously, Alexandria spent a decade in healthcare consulting at McKinsey and tech investment banking at Merrill (now BoA). She holds dual Master's degrees and certifications in wellness, nutrition, and personal development.The discussion covers the limitations of traditional fertility treatments like IVF, the importance of whole-body health for successful conception, and how lifestyle factors play a critical role in fertility. Alexandria introduces her comprehensive approach to fertility that extends beyond reproductive organs to encompass overall health. She discusses the innovative work of her company, Poplin, and her book "9 Months Is Not Enough," which offers actionable steps for pre-pregnancy wellness.—------------------------------------Join the Your Infinite Health Community! www.skool.com/your-infinite-health—------------------------------------Takeaways1. Preconception health isn't just about you—it's about future generations.2. Fertility is a shared journey.3. Stress management and reducing reproductive anxiety are crucialConnect with Alexandria DeVito:Website | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandria-devito-3381553/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/getpoplin/ConnectDr. Trip Goolsby & LeNae Goolsby are the co-founders of the Infinite Health Integrative Medicine Center, and are also the co-authors of the book “Think and Live Longer”.
In episode #141, I'm sharing five ways to make money through content creation—all methods I've used to monetize my brand over the years. Use your passions, skills, and expertise to create content and start a side hustle or even scale it into a full-time gig!Thank you to our sponsor Poplin. To get started on your laundry needs click the Poplin link and use code: Tinseltown10 to receive $10 off.Or, click Become a Laundry Pro to learn more about working for Poplin as a side hustle or full-time work-from-home job!Join my weekly Newsletter for updates on podcast episodes, new blog posts and interviews, monetization and marketing ideas, giveaways, and so much more!Are you a mom looking for ways to monetize your skills and passions? If so, then fill out this coaching application to see if we're a good fit for working together!Related: Start Your Own Business! Career Ideas for MomsRelated: Unique Gift Ideas for Working Moms!*This podcast is brought to you by Tinseltown Mom*If you've received value from any these episodes I'd love for you to head over to Apple and leave an encouraging review. These reviews help other moms find my podcast. They're also uplifting to read! Just go to Apple podcasts, scroll down to “Ratings and Reviews,” and tap to rate and write a review. Thank you in advance!Follow Me!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookXPinterestLinkedIn
In episode #140, I talk with Randi Mahomes, the devoted mother of Patrick Mahomes, Jackson Mahomes, and Mia Randall. Randi is passionate about mental health, helping those in need, her Christian faith, and more.On the show, we discuss her experience raising three kids as a single mom, adjusting to the spotlight, encouraging her children to pursue their passions, and supporting their high-profile dreams.Her dedication goes beyond personal success, as she actively engages in charitable work, including with Variety KC Charity, where she has received multiple accolades for her philanthropy and generous contributions.For more on Randi or to purchase her book, Play Together, or personalized accessories, visit www.OBProducer.com Thank you to our sponsor Poplin. To get started on your laundry needs click the Poplin link and use code: Tinseltown10 to receive $10 off. Join my weekly Newsletter for updates on podcast episodes, new blog posts and interviews, monetization and marketing ideas, giveaways, and so much more!*This podcast is brought to you by Tinseltown Mom*If you've received value from any these episodes I'd love for you to head over to Apple and leave an encouraging review. These reviews help other moms find my podcast. They're also uplifting to read! Just go to Apple podcasts, scroll down to “Ratings and Reviews,” and tap to rate and write a review. Thank you in advance!Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookXPinterestLinkedIn
Penninghen est une école supérieure qui s'est construite autour des arts graphiques, grâce à la complicité entre Guillaume Met de Penninghen et Jacques d'Andon. Puis elle a évolué vers l'architecture d'intérieur, la communication, et la direction artistique pour l'image et les médias, trois disciplines enseignées aujourd'hui. Des architectes comme Jean-Louis Berthet et Alain Richard ont contribué à la construction de l'école.Les images graphiques produites par les élèves de Penninghen attirent Gilles Poplin qui intègre l'école en 1989 pour en ressortir diplômé en 1995. Il y découvre une pratique très large et s'oriente vers la direction artistique et le design graphique. Il co-fonde le magazine 'de l'air', travaille pour le magazine d'art contemporain '02', fabrique beaucoup d'identités visuelles pour la télévision, et enfin, oeuvre pour la convergence des médias en travaillant pour l'interactivité. Il renoue en 2011 avec Penninghen en tant qu'enseignant, puis en reprend bientôt la direction en convoquant l'interdisciplinarité en matière de design. Il l'a dirige maintenant depuis 7 ans.Gilles Poplin dans ce numéro de Com d'Archi, nous raconte cette 'épopée' et nous parle des enjeux de la création tel un fil conducteur, mais aussi de l'humain, de la liberté à travers le prisme de l'enseignement de l'école ; entre la main de l'homme et l'intelligence artificielle, avec ce temps qui passe inexorablement, l'acte créatif demeure le dénominateur commun. Un numéro qui intéressera tous ceux qui font "projet" mais aussi les profanes que l'univers de la création questionne.Portraits teaser © Gilles PoplinRéalisation son : Julien Rebours____Si le podcast COM D'ARCHI vous plaît n'hésitez pas :. à vous abonner pour ne pas rater les prochains épisodes,. à nous laisser des étoiles et un commentaire, :-),. à nous suivre sur Instagram @comdarchipodcast pourretrouver de belles images, toujours choisies avec soin, de manière à enrichirvotre regard sur le sujet.Bonne semaine à tous ! Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
"We often wait to address fertility until it becomes infertility." - Alexandria DeVitoA diagnosis of infertility can be devastating, but this brilliant and informative conversation with expert Alexandria DeVito can inspire hope and proactive measures to identity fertility blockers and remove them. Alexandria is a functional nutritionist, best selling author, and the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company of its kind. You can reach Alexandria at her website https://9monthsisnotenough.com.Some of the highlights Alexandria shares:Infertility diagnosis has a similar level of impact as a cancer diagnosis - devastatingThere has to be a better wayReactive models of healthcare vs proactive models of healthcareInfertility is really a symptom, not a diagnosis - it means you've tried for a year and haven't successfully conceived yet, it does not mean that you're not capable of conceivingIdentify and remove fertility blockersAge is not a primary factorThere's a difference between biological age and chronological age. We can't change chronological age, but we can modify biological ageLifestyleLearn about testing available to identify fertility blockers for an individualOur bodies were designed to conceive, but our modern environment was notHow nutrition is a factor - we eat "food-like" substances instead of real foodWhen we eat calorie dense food that is nutritionally deficient, our bodies think we're starving80% of people are micronutrient deficientWhy real food is the foundation for healthHow stress affects our physiology, ability to digest and assimilate nutrients and affects our ability to conceiveAcute stress vs chronic stressWhy our body thinks we're experiencing war and famineOur body prioritizes survival over procreationIdentify stressors and eliminate or upgradeEven a 10% improvement can make a differenceHow to upgrade your current environmentMinimize environmental toxins - be careful about what you put in and on your bodyGive yourself grace and patienceGenerational health - improvements now give huge benefits later - it's a gift that keeps on givingAnd more Please share, subscribe, leave a rating and review, visit the Linda's Corner website at lindascornerpodcast.com and/or follow on youtube, facebook, instagram, and pinterest @lindascornerpodcast. Thanks!Also please visit the Hope for Healing website at hopeforhealingfoundation.org for free resources to increase happiness, build confidence and self esteem, improve relationships, manage stress, and calm feelings of depression and anxiety. Become the champion of your own story as you overcome your challenges.
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Not only is getting pregnant and having healthy children more difficult than it was for our parents' generation, reproductive anxiety is also on the rise. Alexandria's approach to pre-pregnancy wellness is revolutionary. She suggests preparing for pregnancy with the same level of dedication and planning as one would for a wedding. Her book emphasizes that the steps taken to prepare the body and mind before conceiving can have a profound impact not only on fertility, but also on the lifelong health of the child. "9 Months Is Not Enough" serves as a comprehensive guide for individuals at any stage of their journey to parenthood, offering practical advice and empowering insights. In addition to writing the ultimate pre-pregnancy checklist, Alexandria is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company, and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, a master's degree in nutrition, and has had extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher and personal trainer. Connect with Alexandria: https://getpoplin.com/pages/about-us https://9monthsisnotenough.com/ Connect with Liz https://www.instagram.com/esandoz/?hl=en https://www.Elizabethjoy.co Get the First Trimester Survival Guide https://elizabethjoy.co/freebie Birth Plan Guide https://elizabethjoy.co/birth-plan-freebie Sponsors: BetterHelp visit https://www.betterhelp.com/ptps for 10% OFF Become a Doula! https://elizabethjoy--theautonomymommy.thrivecart.com/academy-bonus-bundle/
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3307: Julianna Poplin encourages readers to embrace simplicity in their lives by focusing on what truly matters, relationships, values, and well-being. Her six practical steps offer guidance on decluttering the home, simplifying meals, setting boundaries with technology, and more, making it easier to lead a life of intention and ease. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/steps-to-start-living-more-simply/ Quotes to ponder: "Simplifying your home can reflect the simple lifestyle you hope to achieve." "Living a simple life means focusing on the things that really matter - your values, your relationships, your dreams." "As difficult as it can be at first to say 'no,' it's like a muscle - the more often you exercise it, the stronger it becomes." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3307: Julianna Poplin encourages readers to embrace simplicity in their lives by focusing on what truly matters, relationships, values, and well-being. Her six practical steps offer guidance on decluttering the home, simplifying meals, setting boundaries with technology, and more, making it easier to lead a life of intention and ease. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/steps-to-start-living-more-simply/ Quotes to ponder: "Simplifying your home can reflect the simple lifestyle you hope to achieve." "Living a simple life means focusing on the things that really matter - your values, your relationships, your dreams." "As difficult as it can be at first to say 'no,' it's like a muscle - the more often you exercise it, the stronger it becomes." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3307: Julianna Poplin encourages readers to embrace simplicity in their lives by focusing on what truly matters, relationships, values, and well-being. Her six practical steps offer guidance on decluttering the home, simplifying meals, setting boundaries with technology, and more, making it easier to lead a life of intention and ease. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/steps-to-start-living-more-simply/ Quotes to ponder: "Simplifying your home can reflect the simple lifestyle you hope to achieve." "Living a simple life means focusing on the things that really matter - your values, your relationships, your dreams." "As difficult as it can be at first to say 'no,' it's like a muscle - the more often you exercise it, the stronger it becomes." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds a MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition; extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer; and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness. Alexandria's info: Website: https://9monthsisnotenough.com/ Website: https://getpoplin.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getpoplin/ 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. © 2014 - 2024 Dr. Laura Brayton
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2670: Julianna Poplin of SimplyFiercely.com shares five transformative productivity hacks: setting clear goals, reassessing your schedule, planning ahead, focusing on priorities, and habit stacking. These strategies help eliminate distractions, streamline tasks, and build effective routines to significantly boost productivity. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.simplyfiercely.com/simple-productivity-hacks/ Quotes to ponder: "Every minute you spend in planning saves 10 minutes in execution; this gives you a 1,000 percent Return on Energy!" "Vague goals aren't very helpful either. To maximize your likelihood of success, you need specific and measurable goals." "The second most surprising thing was how much I can accomplish in three hours when I don't let myself get distracted!" Episode references: Atomic Habits: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2670: Julianna Poplin of SimplyFiercely.com shares five transformative productivity hacks: setting clear goals, reassessing your schedule, planning ahead, focusing on priorities, and habit stacking. These strategies help eliminate distractions, streamline tasks, and build effective routines to significantly boost productivity. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.simplyfiercely.com/simple-productivity-hacks/ Quotes to ponder: "Every minute you spend in planning saves 10 minutes in execution; this gives you a 1,000 percent Return on Energy!" "Vague goals aren't very helpful either. To maximize your likelihood of success, you need specific and measurable goals." "The second most surprising thing was how much I can accomplish in three hours when I don't let myself get distracted!" Episode references: Atomic Habits: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexandria DeVito, author of “Nine Months Is Not Enough,” and founder and CEO of Poplin, shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a nutritionist and emphasizes the critical role of preconception health. We explore the critical roles both partners play in preparing for a healthy pregnancy, emphasizing the importance of nutrient-dense diets, targeted supplementation, and environmental detoxification. WE TALK ABOUT: 11:00 - Alexandria's background in functional nutrition and fertility 16:00 - Preparing for pregnancy like other life events 21:00 - The importance of preconception health for a healthy pregnancy and baby 25:00 - Recommendations for couples planning to conceive and the tests to do 28:00 - How men can improve their reproductive health 33:00 - What reproductive cellular age testing is 39:00 - Understanding reproductive anxiety and its causes 44:00 - The top fertility blockers in today's modern world 52:00 - Practical steps for reducing exposure to toxins 56:00 - The importance of having a balanced, nutrient-dense diet for preconception health 1:02:00 - Importance of supplements for both partners during preconception SPONSORS: Enhance your healthspan and boost your everyday cellular function with Mimio daily cell care. Use BIOHACKINGBRITTANY at checkout to save. Your smile deserves a glycerin-free and fluoride-free toothpaste from Wellnesse. Use BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 12% off. RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront The Poplin website LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music
Episode Summary In this episode of the Empowered Nutrition Podcast, Erin Skinner sits down with Alexandria DeVito, a functional nutritionist specializing in fertility and preconception health. Alexandria, who is the founder and CEO of Poplin, discusses the importance of preparing your body for conception through comprehensive preconception health strategies. They delve into how factors like diet, lifestyle, and environment can impact fertility and overall health, and how a thorough understanding of one's health baseline can lead to better outcomes for both conception and the health of the future child. Episode Highlights The Importance of Preconception Health: Alexandria explains why preparing for pregnancy extends beyond just diet and involves a thorough assessment of various health markers, including blood, hormone, metabolic, nutrient, and immune status. Functional Nutrition Approach: Alexandria discusses the benefits of a functional nutrition approach to fertility, which includes understanding and addressing nutrient deficiencies and hormonal imbalances that traditional tests might overlook. Testing and Baselines: Poplin offers extensive pre-pregnancy wellness testing, covering more than 70 biomarkers to provide a detailed picture of an individual's health. This allows for more personalized and effective fertility and preconception planning. Impact of Diet on Fertility: They explore how nutrient-dense diets, including healthy fats and animal products, can support reproductive health. Alexandria debunks myths around fat and cholesterol, emphasizing their role in hormone production and fertility. Partner Involvement and Age: Alexandria highlights the importance of both partners being involved in preconception health and how improving biological health can impact fertility, regardless of age. Poplin's Offerings: Learn about Poplin's comprehensive testing services and resources, including their app and educational support for preconception health. Resources Mentioned Poplin: The first pre-pregnancy wellness company offering comprehensive testing and support. Visit Poplin's Website to learn more and use promo code ENP50 for $50 off their premium test panels. Alexandria DeVito's Book: Nine Months is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-Pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby Ready Body and Build Generational Health. Connect with Us Visit our website for more episodes and information. Follow us on social media for updates and health tips. Subscribe to our podcast and leave a review! Ready to dive in? Listen here. At Thrive Clinics, we use a nutrition-centric healthcare model that helps you leverage the power of food to optimize your health. Learn how we can help you Thrive by clicking HERE! Our Program for Healing Your Metabolism is Available as the 'Lean for Life' App! Help yourself feel aligned using our three phase approach: Heal, Optimize , and Refine where you will be empowered to reverse previous metabolic damage with the assistance of our team of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists. Check out more details on our website! Heal your Metabolism with the Lean for Life App. Are you interested in getting root cause health care covered by your insurance? Get started with booking an appointment HERE at Thrive Clinics! Enjoying the podcast? We'd Loved to Hear Your Feedback! Please review the Empowered Nutrition Podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen! Then, send me a screenshot of your positive review to podcast@empowerednutrition.health as a DM on Instagram (@thrive-clinics). Include a brief description of what you're working on with your health and/or nutrition and I'll send you a free custom meal plan! Do you have questions you would like answered on the Empowered Nutrition podcast? You can propose your questions/ideas by email to: podcast@empowerednutrition.health Follow us on: Instagram | Facebook
Send me a love note here to let me know what you thought about your most recently listened-to episode!In this enlightening episode of The Labor Room podcast, Heather Knezic sits down with Alexandra DeVito, a renowned functional nutritionist specializing in fertility and preconception health. Alexandra is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health and the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company.Join us as we delve into the crucial topic of pre-pregnancy wellness and how it can significantly impact not only your pregnancy but also your postpartum period and overall generational health.Topics Discussed:What is Pre-Pregnancy Wellness?Measuring Pre-Pregnancy WellnessOptimizing Pre-Pregnancy WellnessImpact on PregnancyPostpartum BenefitsMaking Baby Steps: A Comprehensive TTC GuideGet 50% off The Empowered Birth Academy with code THELABORROOMConnect with Alexandra:Website9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health Connect with Heather:WebsiteInstagramThe Labor Room Facebook GroupSubscribe & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to The Labor Room podcast and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us bring more insightful and inspiring content to new and expecting mothers.Join the Conversation: Share your thoughts on this episode and connect with other listeners in our online community. Tune in next week for another episode filled with valuable insights and expert advice on all things motherhood. Until then, take care and prioritize your wellness journey!Support the Show.
Alexandria DeVito Founder and CEO of Poplin is a functional nutritionist who specialises in fertility and preconception health, prior to founding Poplin, she worked as a management consultant in the finance industry before making the jump into healthcare In this episode, we delve into the single most important thing someone can do to enhance fertility and increase their likelihood of having healthy children, the meaning of the term Preconception expert alongside what their roles are, the process of writing a book from start to finish and the common misconception of fertility rapidly declining in women after the age of 35. Timestamps: [00:03:15] Biological Markers for Pregnancy Success [00:06:28] Optimizing health before conception for fertility [00:13:10] Proactive approach in preconception [00:15:39] Impacts of Chronic Stress on fertility and pregnancy [00:20:34] Process of Book writing [00:22:59] Writing a Book Vs Entrepreneurship [00:25:47] Importance of Continuous Learning Get in touch with Alexandria DeVito - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandria-devito-3381553/ https://getpoplin.com/ Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@KarandeepBadwal Subscribe to the Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health. She is also the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition; extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer; and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness. Stats cited by Alexandria in this informative episode: 80% of people have micronutrient deficiencies 50-60% have high inflammatory markers 50% have hormonal imbalance 30% of infertility is due to male factor Sperm counts have dropped 60% in the last 40 years Mother Wit Resources Mother Wit General Resources Thriving After Birth (an online course) Comprehensive Care 60 Min Consultation: Use discount code- FirstConsult10%off Instagram: @mother.wit.maternity Exercise in the perinatal period: For healthcare providers (an online course) Support the show Episode Resources FIGO Preconception Care Checklist Baby readiness assessment (Poplin) IG @getpoplin
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2622: Julianna Poplin explores the transformative power of creating a sanctuary at home. By implementing simple changes like regular cleaning, intentional lighting, and comfortable touches, you can turn your space into a haven of relaxation and tranquility, reducing stress and enhancing your overall well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/how-to-make-your-home-your-sanctuary/ Quotes to ponder: "Your home should be your sanctuary. It should be a place where you can truly relax and be at ease, a calm and clutter-free space." "High-quality linens and comfortable furniture make your home feel cozy and inviting, and you'll find yourself much more at ease." "Clutter can cause stress. It can contribute to anxiety. And it can make you feel overwhelmed, even if you can't exactly figure out why." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2622: Julianna Poplin explores the transformative power of creating a sanctuary at home. By implementing simple changes like regular cleaning, intentional lighting, and comfortable touches, you can turn your space into a haven of relaxation and tranquility, reducing stress and enhancing your overall well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/how-to-make-your-home-your-sanctuary/ Quotes to ponder: "Your home should be your sanctuary. It should be a place where you can truly relax and be at ease, a calm and clutter-free space." "High-quality linens and comfortable furniture make your home feel cozy and inviting, and you'll find yourself much more at ease." "Clutter can cause stress. It can contribute to anxiety. And it can make you feel overwhelmed, even if you can't exactly figure out why." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode I interview Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, who is a functional nutritionist. Alexandria specializes in fertility and preconception health and is the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. We chat about fertility friendly diets, how to advocate for yourself at the doctors, and more! Reach out to Alexandria: https://linktr.ee/getpoplin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getpoplin/ Buy 9 Months Is Not Enough: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C75JLY7L?asc_campaign=24add8498921161fded708a515b09216&asc_source=01GXEDNQWSQEH64QAKSMD5QY4E&geniuslink=true&tag=namespacebran417-20 Promo Code BTM50 for $50 off Poplin's premium test panels Connect with me: Recipes, holistic living, healthy swaps & more, visit www.breadtherapymama.com Follow my fit to farm homesteading journey on instagram, www.instagram.com/thisismirandalee Sourdough Starter Kits: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BreadTherapyMama
Today I'm sitting down with Alexandria DeVito, who is an expert at navigating fertility, pre-conception health, and optimizing the family planning journey!Alexandria, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition; extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer; and is a part of the Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness.We talk about real data and statistics, as well as a few myths that Alexandria debunks. We are so excited for you to dive into this episode!Alexandria's links:Website9 Months is Not Enough
Begin your daily journey to parenthood with our special tip episodes in "Essential Tests for Preconception Health," featuring Alexandria DeVito. This week, Alexandria kicks off the series by discussing two critical tips: testing before you try to conceive and preparing to get pregnant as meticulously as you would prepare for a wedding. She emphasizes the importance of early and comprehensive preconception testing to identify and address potential health issues before they affect fertility. Just as every detail is meticulously planned for a wedding, Alexandria advises applying the same level of preparation and attention to your pre-pregnancy wellness, ensuring both partners are in optimal health to enhance fertility and increase the chances of a healthy pregnancy. Join us for these insightful tips that will guide you through the essential steps to prepare for your journey to parenthood. Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health. She is also the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition; extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer; and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness. Gift to listeners: EGGMEETSSPERM10 Follow Alexandria DeVito on: Instagram:@getpoplin Follow me on: Instagram: @holisticfertilitydoctor TikTok: @holisticfertilitydoctor Youtube: @Holistic Fertility Expert Facebook: Join our private Fertile AF tribe!
Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health. She is also the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition; extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer; and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness. https://getpoplin.com https://www.instagram.com/getpoplin/ https://www.facebook.com/getpoplin Click here to find out how to get the first chapter of "The Way of Fertility" for free. For more information about Michelle, visit www.michelleoravitz.com 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/ Summary of this episode: Alexandria DeVito shares her journey from working in the corporate world to becoming a fertility health advocate. She obtained an MBA from Harvard and a master's degree in nutrition while working in healthcare. She then trained in functional medicine and started seeing clients as a nutritionist. Many of her clients were struggling to conceive, which led her to focus on fertility health. The conversation explores the challenges of fertility struggles and the lack of preconception health guidelines in clinical practice. It highlights the emotional, physical, and financial toll of fertility struggles and the need for better preparation and support. The conversation discusses the importance of preconception care and the impact it can have on the health of both parents and future generations. It highlights the challenges faced by females in accessing comprehensive medical care, which often focuses on contraception rather than preconception care. The conversation emphasizes that there is no such thing as starting preconception care too early or too late. Our bodies were designed to conceive, but our modern environments create a mismatch. Factors such as nutrition, supplements, and stress can affect fertility. Transcript: Michelle (00:00) Welcome to the podcast, Alexandria. Alexandria DeVito (00:03) Thank you so much for having me. Michelle (00:05) So we just had a really great pre-talk and we definitely are on the same page on so many things. And what I love about you is that you are here really to empower couples on the fertility journey. I got to look at your book. I was very excited because I feel like I really resonate with the And I just love the fact that you really approach it from such an empowering perspective. Absolutely love that. But for the listeners, I would love for you to share your background, how you got into the work that you do. Alexandria DeVito (00:38) Hmm, you got it. Yes, I mean, I think there's a lot of alignment philosophically about, you know, just how much more agency we have over our reproductive health and all the different ways that we can prepare to conceive, which I'm sure we will talk all about. So I came into the world of fertility actually, initially through the corporate world. So I was doing corporate consulting and was working in healthcare, largely with pharmaceutical companies and medical device companies. So I kind of learned the healthcare landscape from that lens. enjoyed working in healthcare. I thought it was just such an incredibly impactful field. And at some point I decided that I wanted to switch from what I felt was operating in a more reactive model of healthcare to a more proactive one. And so that was the impetus for me to go back to school. I went back and got my MBA from Harvard and then I also did a part-time Masters in nutrition on the side. while I was doing my MBA. And that was my way of adding more tools into my toolkit that were more holistic in nature. And then I finished both of my master's degrees, and I did training and functional medicine, and started seeing clients one-on-one as a nutritionist. And basically what ended up happening was I had a lot of clients that were struggling to conceive, and they had been on fairly long journeys, sometimes a year, two years, three years, and they were being ping-ponged between different providers and they still weren't getting the answers that they so deeply desired and they were not getting pregnant. And it really struck me, why was this happening? And so you know initially they were saying like do you have any other suggestions? Can you tell me what I should be doing? And this was also happening with friends. Friends of mine were also struggling coming to me not in a professional capacity but in a personal capacity asking for my advice and guidance. And initially I was really perplexed, right? This seems like an important problem. This seems like a solvable problem. What the heck is going on here? And so inspired by my functional medicine training, I started running these really broad panels of tests that. essentially were screening mechanisms. I looked at the clinical literature and saw all the reasons that could potentially interfere with someone's ability to get pregnant. And once I started running these broad screening tests, a whole bunch of things started flagging that my clients, other providers, had never even tested in the first place. And that was what really inspired me to say, wait a minute, like, why are we waiting until someone is several years into a fertility struggle? It is emotionally, physically, financially draining in most cases. Why are we waiting to find out these things that we could have found out before they even started their journey? And so that really inspired my exploration of preconception health, which is essentially the preparation period before and between pregnancy is, which we can talk more about. And I realized that there have been preconception guidelines over 40 years at this point, but they're not being implemented in clinical practice. And then certainly, if we think about ancient practices, which this is your specialty, these have been around for thousands and thousands of years. But we're not implementing them. And so I just felt that there was an opportunity to rewrite the dialogue and to really give people so many more tools to prepare to get pregnant like they prepare for any other major milestone, a wedding, a career, right? Even buying a house today has more infrastructure and support. And so that's really been my journey and the impetus and really spreading the word around this concept of preconception health and all the things that you can do on both a macro level and a micro level. to optimize it and build generational health. Michelle (04:25) I mean, I love this topic and I just, you know, it pains me that it's not mainstream, that this is just not information that people get. And I feel like they do get it after digging and finding. it would be so nice if people just knew this information because it's so important. And so let's go to that topic of really preparing the body. Alexandria DeVito (04:33) Mm-hmm. Michelle (04:52) because I think that is just something that most people don't even consider. Nobody really is told that. It's not something that anybody really has access to. I mean, the only access that you really have is like high school health education, where they tell you not to conceive and that anybody blinks and they get pregnant. And so just about your body and how it really works. And then, Alexandria DeVito (05:07) Hahaha See you soon. Michelle (05:20) it's that like the red pill that we swallow and realize like what's really happening and what's the reality and it's so different than what we've been told. So let's talk about preconception care like why is it important and how long do people really need to consider preparing themselves before conception? Alexandria DeVito (05:42) You had so many important points in what you just said that I, you know, I think it's actually really helpful. I want to elaborate on them and, you know, and amplify what you said. First, right, I think it's true. We don't get updated sexual education information in most cases, right? The last time most people had any sort of sexual education, it may have been in middle school or in high school, where presumably the goal is to prevent teen pregnancies. So the message that we are giving people... in that context is very different from the message that we might want to give to someone who's in their 20s, 30s, 40s, who's actively trying to conceive, right? But there aren't great mechanisms to update that information, right? And so I think that's one of the first challenges. I think the second challenge is that we are very bifurcated in our medical care for females, where we're either focused on contraception, so preventing pregnancy, or pregnancy. right, managing a pregnancy that is already in process. But this intervening period, this preconception period, when once we are stopping contraception and pursuing pregnancy, is almost been forgotten about. And I think it deserves its own conversation. And that's why I'm so happy to be here today talking about it, is I didn't even know preconception was a thing before I started researching it. And proper preconception care has big benefits. Number one is it makes it easier to get pregnant, and then number two, it increases the likelihood of having a healthy pregnancy and a baby. And it's certainly been known, been shown to reduce the complications of any sort of birth complications, pregnancy complications, and then also fertility challenges. And so this is relevant, whether it's your first pregnancy or your fifth pregnancy. it's relevant whether you're 23 or 43, right? And sometimes it can be even more relevant for subsequent pregnancies because a female's body can be so depleted of nutrients in a previous pregnancy or hormones may be dysregulated. I'm sure this is something that you see a lot of the time as well, right? And so what you do in the preconception window is incredibly important because it's been shown to affect the lifelong trajectory of the health for your child through the epigenetic markers in egg. and sperm. So it's just such a profoundly impactful time period where you're not only affecting your health and your reproductive partner's health, but that of your future child and even your child's children and beyond. It's wild. Michelle (08:18) Right. I know, isn't that crazy? The thought of that. Yeah. It's pretty wild. So how long would you say, generally speaking, how long do you think people should really consider pre-conception care, like before even conceiving? Alexandria DeVito (08:34) Yes. So what I generally say is, look, there's no such thing as too early. So if you're an overachiever and you want to start this early and you're thinking about pregnancy even in a couple of years, no such thing as too early. There's also no such thing as too late. Even if you've already struggled to conceive and or are about to pursue an assisted reproductive cycle, you can still be making these changes. Your body is incredibly, incredibly resilient. That being said, generally speaking, what I recommend is usually about a year, right? So kind of what you're doing in the three, six, 12 months prior to conceiving is the timeframe that your body is gonna be most susceptible, either positively or negatively, to what's going on in and around your life cycle. And that is true on the female reproductive side, where the last stage of egg maturation is around three to four months and kind of their susceptibility to what you're eating. environmental toxins and you're stress-loaded in that period of time, and sometimes we need multiple of those cycles. And the same thing for male sperm development. That's around three months, so again we may need multiple cycles depending on our starting point. But it actually takes about a year, the current literature is saying, for an egg to kind of move from its you know essentially sleeping beauty like state all the way through to ovulation. So that's just the time periods when we're thinking biologically what we want to keep in mind. Michelle (09:58) And so what are the things that you would suggest or what are some of the things that you would say people should look at? I mean, I know there's so and I know nutrition's a huge part in certain supplements, but I'd love to get your, your thoughts on that. Alexandria DeVito (10:12) Absolutely. Yeah, so here's what I would generally say. Our bodies were designed to conceive, but our modern environments were not. Right? And so there's a mismatch now between our genes and our environment. and our environment today is communicating to our bodies that we are in a reso unsafe environment on a pretty regular basis. And when we are in a reso unsafe environment, our body down-regulates reproductive function because it says, wait a minute, probably not the best environment into which to bring a child, so let's put it on pause right now. And so when I think about what are the factors that are driving as auspicious to conceiving. There's the macro level and then you know kind of what's going on for most of us, and then there's the micro level. So I'll split it into those two. On the macro level, you certainly alluded to several of these, right? We're eating a lot of food and we're getting not very much nutrition, right? So we're eating more food-like substances, less food, less nutrient density of food, less balanced. Michelle (11:13) Mm-hmm. Alexandria DeVito (11:20) diets, more blood sugar imbalanced diets, right? So these sorts of things are not conducive to fertility, and that's become the norm, not lately. A second big one is environmental chemicals that are coming at us through our food, our water, our air, our personal care products, our home care products, and I think particularly for females who are using, tend to use more personal care products than our male counterparts. You know, if One of your products has these endocrine disrupting chemicals in them, probably not that big of a deal, but when it's kind of like our shampoos and our conditioners and our makeup and you know our lipstick and our soaps and right, you know, it starts to add up and our bodies were just not designed to deal with this level of toxic load. Our bodies can naturally detoxify, but when it's all day every day, it becomes much, much harder for our body to excrete these compounds that we're not meant to be dealing with. So environmental toxins are another one. Stress levels, I think are another important one. We are more stressed and stretched than ever before. The data suggests this. We are sleeping less soundly and less cumulatively. And what happens there is our sex hormones and our stress hormones are in the same biochemical pathway. And our bodies will always prioritize survival over procreation. So kind of what, to what I was saying earlier, if your body thinks, oh, this is, we're in war basically, or we're in an unsafe environment, it's going to down-regulate reproductive function and switch from making your sex hormones to making your stress hormones because it thinks it's adaptive, it thinks it's protecting you. And what happens then is you don't have the raw materials, A, to get a regular menstrual cycle and ovulate, but then B, to carry a baby, right? So that's a big one that I see. And then the last kind of big one that I'll touch on is just movement. We've... significantly increase the sedentary-ness of our jobs even, and we you know we don't have to walk more than five feet if we don't want to right there's planes, trains, automobiles, right even scooters can kind of get us from point to point, and so when we think about movement the important thing about movement is that when we are moving we are getting you know this is very much in your realm right we don't have stagnation right so whenever we have good blood flow, that means we're moving oxygen, we're moving nutrients throughout our body. When we're sitting for long periods of time, we're essentially compressing our reproductive organs and creating stagnation, which is not great for kind of getting the things to go where they need to go. So those are the big ones on the macro level that I see, and I'll just briefly touch on the micro, which is that part of what was the impetus for me building the pre-pregnancy testing company that I now run, Poplin, is that know, it was inspired by what I saw working as a nutritionist, that there's all these things that we can test in advance to understand what's going on for you uniquely. Right now in fertility we treat in many cases all 25 year olds as equal, all 35 year olds as equal, and that's cellularly just not true. So if we can understand what's going on in your unique body, then we can have a much better intervention plan rather than kind of doing all the things you can do, the specific things that are relevant to you and your physiology. Michelle (14:24) Right. Yeah. Oh my God. Yeah, for sure. And a lot of people are not really getting the tests, even if they are available mainstream. I'm always like surprised when people get there just the TSH and very high and nobody looks to see is it antibodies that's causing that. Like, there's no antibody testing. And I've even had patients go to their doctors and ask for it. And they're like, I don't know why you need it. Alexandria DeVito (14:57) Mm-hmm. Michelle (15:05) And I'm like, really? Like just, it boggles my mind. So it's again, a shame that people have to really search it and seek it, but if you are able to, I definitely highly suggest that. I think it's a game changer to be able to really see what's going on and to do the functional testing. Cause functional testing is a lot more detailed than what we'll see in just like a doctor's office or So I think it's huge. Alexandria DeVito (15:32) I agree and I'm obviously hugely biased here so you know everyone has to take you know my opinion with a grain of salt but I've just seen you know because we're testing such a wide array of markers like I've never seen a test come back without something that you know someone could be working on and I've never had someone say you know I wish I didn't do that testing right Michelle (15:50) Yeah. Alexandria DeVito (15:50) it's really empowering. I think sometimes we can get scared and say, well, what if we find something out? And, you know, I don't want to know. But the things about the testing that we do, at least, is that everything on the test, except for blood type, is modifiable, which means you can do something about it. It's not some test result where you then are just, you know, sitting there, twiddling your thumbs, wondering, you know, what to do. You can modify it through diet, lifestyle, supplementation. Michelle (16:05) Right. Alexandria DeVito (16:19) Alternative therapies like the work that you do, right? Enhancing blood flow, managing stress levels, all of these things can really improve these biomarkers and you can see it in black and white, right? You can take the test, you can make lifestyle interventions and then you can take it again and you can watch your progress. Michelle (16:19) Mm-hmm. Yeah. Not only that. I feel like people feel a certain way or they feel sluggish and they think it's them or something's wrong with them. And when people get that confirmation, and this is kind of like, I mean, it's obviously related because everything's related to fertility. Because you were saying what you said was so true. And I say the same thing. It's your body's going to want to survive. And if it doesn't have the means, regardless of the fact that it's going to also influence reproductive health, but it also influences your quality of life. Alexandria DeVito (16:44) Hmm Michelle (17:06) people actually see that and they realize, oh my God, this is what explains it. Because I think there's nothing more frustrating than getting that unexplained diagnosis. And when you actually see beneath the surface what's really happening and it gives you an explanation, I feel like that by itself is so empowering. Alexandria DeVito (17:14) Very funny. Michelle (17:26) And I agree a lot of times with functional medicine, yes, we can change diet, we can address what's going on. We can see the inflammation. And then let's talk about gut health, because I know that that's like a big thing. A lot of people hear about gut health. And at first, I think when people start the fertility journey, they think it's just, let's focus just on fertility. But then you don't realize, like, there are so many different factors that come into play. Alexandria DeVito (17:36) Yeah. Michelle (17:51) And there are different systems and all the systems come together to create the whole of you. And gut health is incredibly important, even in Chinese medicine, you know, the clean stomach or the center, really the center that makes the blood, supports your body's processes and energy. So I wanted to get your perspective on gut health and also to explain it to people who are first hearing about it. Like why does gut health matter so much when it comes to fertility health. Alexandria DeVito (18:22) And I want to hear more from your perspective too, because I think this is where it's so beautiful to hear that the different modalities and how they're looking at things differently. And in a lot of ways, there's just this underlying similarity between the philosophies too. So I think, you know, what you said is spot on, right? Fertility is an extension of our overall health. A lot of times we treat fertility as this below the waist conversation, or we treat it as solely a function of your hormones. And it is those things. It does involve your reproductive organs, and it does involve your hormones. But if we're just looking at those things, we're just kind of like looking through, you know, at- 20-30% of the equation, we're missing all of the other stuff going on in your body. And that's why when we look at testing, we're looking at your blood status, your hormone status, your metabolic status, your nutrient status, your immune status, all of these things affect your fertility. And you're talking about gut health, incredibly important. thing. When we think about gut health, just to give a few examples with my nutritionist hat on, just because you're eating, let's say, a quote unquote healthy diet does not mean you are digesting and assimilating those nutrients. So if we're eating in a stressed state, if we're eating while we're standing up, if we are judging the food that we are eating, all of these things actually decrease the amount of nutrition that we can extract from that meal. So that's just Michelle (19:30) Right. Alexandria DeVito (19:46) first really important principle. The second one is if you have happened to have been on hormonal birth control for any period of time, the literature is fairly clear that hormonal birth control can disrupt our microbiome. And so if we're not taking compensatory action to address that, then you're likely to be dealing with a disrupted microbiome. And then again, right, that may feed certain cravings. It may mean you're not, again, extracting nutrients as effectively from the foods that eating. It may mean that you're dealing with symptomology like bloating and gas and discomfort after meals that are certainly... not very pleasant right? And so you have kind of all of these different components when we think about gut health and if you just think about it from like a nutrient perspective, our gut is the way that our body helps us digest and assimilate. So if we're eating all these foods and we're not actually getting the benefit of the foods that we're eating, we're more likely to be in a nutrient deficient state. And nutrient deficiencies can delay time to pregnancy and they can also affect And so what we're kind of consuming in the three to four months prior to conceiving is what you actually have to offer to that baby in that first trimester. So ensuring that your nutrient stores are replete before that period of time is incredibly important. Michelle (21:12) Oh yeah, absolutely. Chinese medicine, It actually is what extracts into blood and blood is really important for women, uterine lining, but it also feeds the ovaries. So yeah, and it's amazing how now we're starting to find out a lot of things with research. And I love that. And it's also interesting because people do go on the birth not only impacts the gut microbiome, but also impacts your nutrients in your body, depletes certain nutrients. So for people who have been on the birth control pill for many years, I think that that's one of the things in mainstream they'll say, oh, you could be on the birth control pill for many years. And then the second you stop, you could just go ahead and get pregnant. So what has been your experience for people who have been on birth control pill and some people for over 10 years. And what are some of the things that you would look at and want to address to regulate and prepare people for conception? Yeah. Alexandria DeVito (22:16) Such a great question. So I mean, I think there's the talking about birth control can be such a. an important and also sensitive topic because I think it's, you know, I have such reverence for the freedoms that it has afforded myself for many years and also many, many women to pursue their lives as they deem fit, pursue their careers. And at the same time, I think we now have a generation of women who have been on hormonal birth control, as you said, from very early reproductive years, and we now have more information about the side effects. you know, I'm a big believer in this concept of informed consent, which means you get to decide what is best for you, and the only way you can decide what is best for you is if you're given all of the information to evaluate the pros and cons of this. And for, you know, many women, even understanding some of the things that we're about to talk about, they still may make the same decision, but that is not the point of informed consent. The point of informed consent is that you get to know all of this information and then decide what is best for you. And so what I think about hormonal birth control. Certainly what was not communicated to me is that, as you said, there are very well established nutrient depletions. And we've known this, you know, for almost 50 years now, by the way. So like the nutrient depletion side of this has been very clear. So nutrient depletions in many B vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin E, and then also in certain of the minerals, so like magnesium, selenium, and zinc. And so what I would say there is you have a couple options, but number one is supplementing alongside hormonal birth control if you're still on hormonal birth control and are thinking about getting pregnant, not imminently, but in the future. And also if you go off of birth control, making sure that you're repleting those nutrients, because those are nutrients that are incredibly important for fertility and pregnancy. Michelle (23:58) Right. Alexandria DeVito (24:11) So I would say that as one piece, right? Certainly around the microbiome, we talked about that. And so giving your gut additional support might be helpful, right? Eating. probiotic foods, eating prebiotic foods, sometimes adding additional supplementation may be necessary. And you can understand if you're experiencing any sort of digestive upset, that may suggest that there's something going on with your gut. So a lot of yeast infections can sometimes indicate, okay, there's an imbalance in what's going on in your gut. Michelle (24:41) Mm-hmm. Alexandria DeVito (24:45) If you're having immune challenges, a lot of times that can actually be linked to what's going on in your gut. Issues with digestion or motility, a lot of people don't even realize that the daily bowel movements are normal, and so if you're not having daily bowel movements, that actually means you're constipated, and so many people are walking around constipated and not even realizing it. So all of these things can be manifestations of, you know, A, our lifestyle, and then also can be a function of long-term hormonal birth control use. So just understanding that. And what I generally say is that coming off of hormonal birth control, if you've been on it for many years, is an active rather than a passive process. So if you are just aware of some of these side effects of being on hormonal birth control, you can be a much more empowered user to take compensatory actions to address them. Michelle (25:36) That's such a good point because I think in many cases people don't really feel like they have an option, but they need to still learn about what they can do in order to empower themselves. It's definitely such a good point to bring up. I was going to ask you just kind of a side note, what are your thoughts? Because I'm reading a lot about it as of late, systemic enzymes, enzymes are really, really important, but I'm reading a lot about how Alexandria DeVito (26:04) Hmm. Michelle (26:06) amazing it is for the body, for inflammation. Alexandria DeVito (26:11) bit about them too. I haven't done the requisite deep dive that I would need to give a really thorough opinion here. It does seem to be showing some promise and you know I think there are some potentially interesting applications out there, but you'll have to stay tuned on that one because I need to research them a little bit more before I get into thinking about kind of what are the best suggestions for folks and kind of what are the specific instances that I think they can be. Michelle (26:27) Yeah. Alexandria DeVito (26:37) used in? What do you think is the most intriguing application so far? Michelle (26:41) It's incredible. So for example, wobe enzyme, which as of late, it's been out of stock for so many, but there are a lot of different places that do offer systemic enzymes. And basically what they do is they really break apart fibrin and you know, even plaque in our circulation system and our veins and arteries. And it could really help lower inflammation. There's been a lot of research on specifically whoope enzyme and they've even researched it for recurrent miscarriages which I find really interesting. it can also help in certain cases of autoimmune conditions has been shown to help with Hashimoto's. There's so many things that I'm reading about it and I'm really fascinated. So I'm starting to dig in a little bit more. and finding it to be a really amazing thing. And I think what happens is as we get older, we decrease the amount of enzymes our bodies have and enzymes are so brilliant, your body's so brilliant. It knows what to basically clean out and it will never affect your tissues. So it's really fascinating stuff. Alexandria DeVito (27:50) It is. The autoimmune conditions are the ones that I've seen some applications for. And it is really interesting to think about because certainly we're seeing autoimmune conditions on the rise and pretty precipitously. And autoimmune conditions are disproportionately present in the female population. So it's something that's important to be aware of. I think it's 80% of autoimmune diagnoses are in females. And on average, it takes about immune diagnosis. So it's just, it's wild. It's wild to think about that. And a lot of times, autoimmune conditions can have non-specific symptoms, which is why sometimes it can be hard to address. We do autoimmune screening, testing it at Poplin, and one of the reasons that we do it is because there's been such a precipitous rise in autoimmune conditions, and we're seeing a lot of people flagging for indications of autoimmune conditions. And it's not a diagnosis. You have Michelle (28:21) Isn't that crazy? Yeah. Mm-hmm. Alexandria DeVito (28:50) diagnostic testing to get an autoimmune diagnosis, but it's a first step to say, okay, might there be some autoimmune processes going on? And a lot of times that will initiate people into conversations around family history that they, you know, weren't aware of but that they then become aware of around autoimmune conditions. And, you know, there are certainly plenty of things once you know that you're dealing with it that you can start to do to manage it in collaboration with your doctor. Michelle (28:51) Mm-hmm. Alexandria DeVito (29:16) So I think that's an area that's certainly right for a lot more research. And I'm excited to see that there are potential other alternative therapies as well. Michelle (29:23) Yeah, it's pretty fascinating and really looping back to the gut health, there's such a connection with gut health and autoimmune conditions. And right now we know that so many of the ingredients that we find in processed foods impact our gut health. I mean, some of the medications we take. So it's kind of like you were saying earlier, even just environmental. Alexandria DeVito (29:28) Yes. Michelle (29:45) It impacts our gut. it's not something that we can avoid, which makes sense to why so many people are experiencing that. You also have to be proactive in, like you said, like the environment. We're not living in a very fertile friendly environment. So you have to be proactive in looking into it and researching it and then figuring out what's going on with your specific body and then what you can do about it. Alexandria DeVito (30:10) Absolutely, I think it's true. You know, I wish it weren't the case. I wish we had, you know, better regulations in this in this area. And I wish that we could play in a safer sandbox, I guess, is the is the way I would say it, you know, but you know, unfortunately, until regulations catch up, or, you know, until we are in a place where these, these chemicals aren't around us in such a profound way, we have to take a lot more personal responsibility. And so, you know, Michelle (30:22) Yeah. Alexandria DeVito (30:38) it can sometimes feel overwhelming because there's a lot to learn around, you know, trying to understand, okay, well, what are the things that I want to be keeping in and around me? What are the things that I don't want to be keeping in and around me? And I just, you know, generally encourage people to be gentle with themselves as they maybe go kind of room by room, starting to look at the different things that are coming in, identifying potentially major sources or things that you're using frequently to start to minimize all these assaults that we have on our system, right? Because our body as I was saying earlier, and it was designed to regenerate and heal. And so it's really our job to figure out kind of what are the fertility blockers in our environment, right? And to remove those, because once you remove those, the body heals itself, right? It's miraculous. And so it's, you know, systematically finding, okay, where are these things in and around my environment that are not so consistent with my goals right now? Michelle (31:21) Mm-hmm. It does. It's so funny. I feel like we're like mentally related because a lot of things that you're saying are things that I felt for forever. I mean, I really like relate and I say it over and over again, because it is really true. It's just that hope that knowing that your body's incredible. It's so intelligent. It's beyond intelligent. And it's just a matter of really finding things and anything's possible. Truly, if you put your mind to it. And for just for people to hear about, I would love, and I would love to know also, what does poplin offer? Like what are some of the things that people can get tested? Alexandria DeVito (32:13) Mmm. So Poplin's designed a pre-pregnancy test for females and for males, and the idea is that we look at a vast array of biomarkers that are like 70 plus. So the idea is essentially that we're looking across five different categories of health. So I mentioned them earlier, blood status, your hormone status, your immune status, metabolic status, and nutrient status. And within each of those categories, I'll just talk briefly about some of the most common things that we see, but the idea is to identify things that could be red flags or yellow flags, with your ability to get pregnant or sustain a healthy pregnancy and have a healthy baby. So in blood status, this is where we're looking at the health of your blood cells, red blood cells, white blood cells. And so a lot of times there, we'll also look at iron storage, so your ferritin levels. And in your world, I'm guessing you see this manifested in a slightly different way, but we see a ton of iron deficiency. And a lot of times people are just coming in and Michelle (33:09) Mm-hmm. Alexandria DeVito (33:14) requisite iron is going to be really hard to, you know, to get pregnant and to sustain a pregnancy. It's a really important nutrient. So that's one that we see really commonly when we think about hormone status. That's the category that most people think about when they think about fertility. We're looking at a lot of different hormones there. As you, as you mentioned earlier, we look at TSH. We also look at seven other. thyroid function markers, right? So we are looking at thyroid antibodies, but then we're also wanting to look at what else is going on with your conversion of thyroid hormone, and sometimes your TSH is not as sensitive of a marker as some of the others, and so it will change later in the disease process, and so using markers that are a bit more sensitive to catch things earlier is important. Michelle (33:37) Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. Alexandria DeVito (33:59) When I think about metabolic function, we look at blood sugar in that category. We also look at cholesterol. So a lot of times blood sugar function can interfere with regular ovulation. So we wanna understand what might be going on there that could interrupt. ovulation or even egg quality. I know this is something that you've covered before, right? Our blood sugar is intimately related to certainly our hormone function, but also egg quality and sperm quality. And then nutrients we've talked a lot about, but I'm still consistently seeing low vitamin D, low omega-3s. So these are things that are fairly easily addressable if you know that they're present. And so those are ones that we are seeing commonly. And our, you know, Michelle (34:33) Mm-hmm. Alexandria DeVito (34:44) choose to address that, in some cases through diet and in some cases through additional supplementation. Michelle (34:51) And are people able to just go on and do it for themselves or do they need a provider to access the tests? Alexandria DeVito (34:58) people can access it directly themselves. That's exactly what we're designed for. I think what I realized when I was working as a nutritionist and I was trying to get some of these tests like have other providers run the testing was that a lot of providers wouldn't run the testing. They wouldn't run as comprehensive of a panel as I thought was necessary. And it's really not their fault. It's because in most cases, insurance is driving care. Care is not driving what is reimbursed through insurance. And so providers are stuck even if they wanted to run it, they don't have the codes to be able to do it. So it is, you know, offered out of pocket. You can use HSA or FSA dollars for it. But the idea is that you know exactly what you're getting, you know exactly what you're paying, and then you can have this information. And most of the time, even though most doctors will not necessarily run the tests up front, once you get the results, you can bring those tests to your doctor and they... will engage with you and can help you address what might be going on, whether or not that's chronic disease management, medication, or further conversations about the patterns that are being seen. And with the purchase of your test, you also get a call with one of our pre-pregnancy educators, so you can talk about next steps as well to make sure that you're equipped for what would be most helpful. Michelle (36:14) Okay, so that you'll have somebody to explain to you really what the test means. Alexandria DeVito (36:19) Yes, and it's also explained in our app as well. So for each item, it says kind of what is this and what is the implication on fertility as well. So the idea is to just give you some context for what you're looking at, and then you could also speak with someone to ask additional questions about if there's anything that's still confusing. Michelle (36:41) Awesome. I mean, I think that's great. I think it's great for people to be able to do it for themselves if they don't, if they're not working with somebody and, have that accessible for so many people because going through this could be so daunting and then just not really understanding. And then just getting, you know, doors closed, like, no, you can't continue looking into this, or it's just unexplained. So like, what else is going on? Alexandria DeVito (37:06) That's so well said. I mean, I think I'm consistently surprised at how dismissive sometimes people can be about getting information about your own body. And I really do believe, like, don't let any, if you desire information about your body, don't let anyone tell you that you don't have a right to that. I think that is, you know, just not true. And so everyone has a different relationship with data. For some people, they feel it is empowering. Most people, I find, feel it is empowering to understand what is going on for yourself. And if that's you, if you feel like you want to understand, okay, what is my baseline? What is my pre-pregnancy wellness? What am I working with? Then I'd invite you to look into that because I think it's so much more impactful to have that information and then have paths to follow than be dealing with this kind of black box, right? Michelle (37:46) Mm-hmm. Alexandria DeVito (37:59) to be a black box, though we often treat it as such. There's so many indicators that our body is giving us through our menstrual cycles, through our symptoms, and then through, you know, physiologic testing like blood testing and urine testing. There's so much information that our body is giving us about what's going on that we can use to understand earlier indicators of fertility than just getting pregnant. Michelle (38:21) Absolutely. So for people who want to find out more about you, and do you work with people one on one still what do you offer? Alexandria DeVito (38:32) Yeah, absolutely. So if people are interested in the book, that's... at 9mon the number nine, and that has all the information about kind of how to prepare to get pregnant and many of the factors that I talked about. I also talk about testing in the book as well. If people are excited about getting tested and are interested in getting tested, that's through Poplin, and the website for that is getpoplin.com, G-E-T-P-O-P-L-I-N. I'm not working with clients one-on-one anymore. It's only through Poplin these days, so if that's something that you're interested in, encourage you to come join us. We have an incredible set of pre-pregnancy educators as well who are deeply passionate about the space just like you and I are, Michelle. And so if you want to get a little bit more insight into what's going on with your body or your reproductive partner's body, that's what we're here for. Michelle (39:24) Awesome. Well, Alexandria, I feel like we're on such similar pages on our approach to fertility And I love the fact that you're all about empowerment and education and getting people to really understand. that their body is incredible and so intelligent and so powerful and that you can actually do something about it. So I had such a great conversation with you today and thank you so much for coming on. Alexandria DeVito (39:52) Thank you so much for having me. It's such a pleasure. And please keep doing what you're doing. It's absolutely incredible spreading the word and serving in this space. It's beautiful.
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Begin your daily journey to parenthood with our special tip episodes in "Essential Tests for Preconception Health," featuring Alexandria DeVito. This week, Alexandria kicks off the series by discussing two critical tips: testing before you try to conceive and preparing to get pregnant as meticulously as you would prepare for a wedding. She emphasizes the importance of early and comprehensive preconception testing to identify and address potential health issues before they affect fertility. Just as every detail is meticulously planned for a wedding, Alexandria advises applying the same level of preparation and attention to your pre-pregnancy wellness, ensuring both partners are in optimal health to enhance fertility and increase the chances of a healthy pregnancy. Join us for these insightful tips that will guide you through the essential steps to prepare for your journey to parenthood. Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health. She is also the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition; extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer; and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness. Gift to listeners: EGGMEETSSPERM10 Follow Alexandria DeVito on: Instagram:@getpoplin Follow me on: Instagram: @holisticfertilitydoctor TikTok: @holisticfertilitydoctor Youtube: @Holistic Fertility Expert Facebook: Join our private Fertile AF tribe!
Join us for an enlightening episode of Egg Meets Sperm Podcast featuring the esteemed Alexandria DeVito as we delve into the intricacies of "Essential Tests for Preconception Health." Alexandria expertly navigates essential topics, emphasizing that pre-pregnancy preparation for both reproductive partners is the most effective intervention to enhance fertility and improve the chances of having a healthy baby. Your pre-pregnancy wellness reflects your health status prior to conception, typically assessed within the year beforehand. Comprehensive pre-pregnancy wellness testing includes evaluations of blood status, hormone status, immune status, metabolic status, and nutrient status. Alexandria highlights that you don't have to wait until you try to conceive to gauge your fertility; you can measure your pre-pregnancy wellness in advance. Often, symptoms of underlying health issues emerge late in the disease process, making testing crucial for accurate assessment. She emphasizes that pre-pregnancy wellness testing is beneficial for any individual or couple planning to become pregnant (or undergo ART) within the next twelve months, although starting earlier is always advantageous. Pre-pregnancy preparation should involve both reproductive partners, as fertility is a 50/50 biological equation between the female and male partners. Alexandria underscores that biology disregards the social construct of fertility being solely a female issue, stressing the importance of shared responsibility in the fertility journey. Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health. She is also the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition; extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer; and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness. Gift to listeners: EGGMEETSSPERM10 Follow Alexandria DeVito on: Instagram: @getpoplin Follow me on: Instagram: @holisticfertilitydoctor TikTok: @holisticfertilitydoctor Youtube: @Holistic Fertility Expert Facebook: Join our private Fertile AF tribe!
Today's episode is all about fertility, and it's not what you think! I am joined by Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility andpreconception health. We're diving into the topic of preconception - from food and environment to age + how your preconception care even affects the health of your FUTURE baby! What we cover:Misconceptions about conceptionWhy Alexandria believes that “age” is not a factor + why!The difference between chronological age and bio age and how it might be influencing your fertilityWhy male fertility is just as important as female fertilityThe factors influencing our fertility + what can we do about themHow preconception influences generational healthWhat an “ideal” conception state looks like About Alexandria: Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility andpreconception health. She is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The UltimatePre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Bod y and Build Generational Health. She isalso the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition, extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer, and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness. To connect with Alexandria:IG: getpoplin LI: Alexandria DeVito9monthsisnotenough.comgetpoplin.com Support the Show.To connect with Kasia Join our monthly newsletter www.inflowplanner.com (use code "podcast10" for 10% off) @The_Other_Way_Podcast @InFlowPlanner Submit topic/theme/speaker requests
Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health. She is also the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition; extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer; and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness.Alexandria's transformative journey from healthcare consulting to prenatal nutrition.The significance of proactive preconception care for both women and men.How blood, hormone, and nutrient status influence fertility.The impact of modern lifestyles and environmental toxins on reproductive health.Practical advice on integrating ancient wisdom with modern science to boost fertility.Key strategies for optimizing reproductive health and ensuring a healthy pregnancy.+ so much moreConnect with AlexandriaNine Months is Not EnoughPoplin Preconception Testing- use code HEALTHANDHORMONES10 for 10% off Poplin premium testingConnect with Lauren:Join the Empowered Path to Pregnancy, My signature 10 week program: A step-by-step program to empower you with a proactive plan to boost your egg quality, heal your hormone imbalances, and optimize your fertility without feeling confused or overwhelmed.Use the code podcast to save 10% at checkout. Follow me on Instagram or and head to my website to get 60+ free hormone healthy recipes, download my free Ebook, How to Boost Your Egg Quality, learn about my coaching programs and stay up to date on all my latest workshops and courses!Thank you so much for listening to the About Health and Hormones Podcast! If you loved today's episode, I would love to know! Please leave a rating and review so I can make this podcast even better for you all. I would love to connect with you.I'm so glad you were here today, and I wish you all health and happiness!This episode was edited and produced by Intent Media.
We're digging into the essential testing needed for preconception health. It may feel overwhelming when you are trying to conceive with all the contradictory advice out there. But what if your doctor is missing critical testing that can fast-track your chances of pregnancy success? It's not about waiting until you've tried for more than one year if you're under 35 or six months if you're over 35. That's outdated advice that only keeps you stuck. It's about taking charge of your health now to optimize preconception health and get pregnant. So, what tests will help you understand your reproductive health so you can prepare your body in the best way for your baby? I'm excited to welcome Alexandria DeVito to the podcast. Alexandria is the CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company of its kind, and a functional nutritionist specializing in fertility and preconception health. In this episode, you'll learn: 1) What tests to ask for if you're planning to get pregnant 2) Our take on AMH testing and which markers are more important to test 3) Which biomarkers you need to ask to be tested (these are regularly missed), and why they are so crucial for preconception health --- RESOURCES: Fab Fertile Method https://www.fabfertile.com/what-we-do/ Connect with Alexandria DeVito Alexandria DeVito's Book | 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health https://9monthsisnotenough.com/ Poplin: the first pre-pregnancy wellness company for couples - use code GPN10 for 10% off (US residents only) https://getpoplin.com/ Ultimate Guide to Getting Pregnant This Year If You Have Low AMH/High FSH - https://fabfertile.clickfunnels.com/optinvbzjfsii Ultimate Diet for Egg and Sperm Health - https://fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/the-ultimate-diet-for-egg-and-sperm-health Want to Get Pregnant This Year - https://fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/want-to-get-pregnant-this-year Top Fertility Supplements You Need To Get Pregnant This Year - Access your free guide here at www.suppguideffl.com --- Where should I start to optimize pregnancy success? Get started with the Fertility Preparation Bundle (US residents only) here https://fabfertile.com/products/fertility-preparation-bundle and use code LAUNCH15 to save 15%. --- Get your free copy of our Spring Fertility Recipe Guide (includes 5-day meal plan/grocery shopping list, all free from the TOP allergens) at https://www.fertilitydietfreebie.com/. --- Join my FREE Facebook group and get my training on HOW to improve pregnancy success with your own eggs. https://www.facebook.com/groups/451444518397946 --- Check out https://www.fabfertile.com/blogs/podcasts/essential-tests-to-optimize-preconception-health-that-your-doctor-wont-tell-you-about-with-alexandria-devito/ --- Please note when promoting a product, we only select products that either Sarah Clark or her team has tried and believe are beneficial for someone who is TTC. We may receive a small commission.
Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition; extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer; and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness. In this episode we chat about: Reproductive anxiety, and why it's worse now than it was for prior generations? What a preconception expert is. Many women believe that fertility rapidly declines after age 35. Where does that idea come from, and is it true? What are some of the top fertility blockers today? What do you recommend people do to start removing these blocks? This episode was super insightful! If you enjoyed it and you have a minute I would love if you could give a 5 star review! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Make sure to follow Alexandria - Click here Website + Book
My guest today Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, is a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. She is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health. She is also the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. She has a master's degree in nutrition; extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer; and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness. Visit Poplin HERE to complete your labs or work with Alexandria Visit MYSITCAL MOTHERHOOD HERE to work with me or learn more
Have you ever thought about how we truly prepare for health in Pregnancy? Most of us probably haven't thought much about that topic, or if we have it probably leads us to think of a prenatal vitamin, and that is about it! Shouldn't something so important, so incredibly miraculous that our bodies do as women, take some planning & preparation? Heck, we plan everything as women from our educations/career paths, to our weddings, our homes and many important life decisions. Today, we will explore with an expert and woman with an incredible wealth of knowledge this question of "Is 9 Months Enough" to get you and your spouse body ready for the adventure of procreation? Our guest today is Alexandria DeVito, MS, CNS, a functional nutritionist who specializes in fertility and preconception health. Alexandria is an expert in all things pre-pregnancy health and she is on a mission to build generational health for the future humans being procreated on this planet. She is the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnancy wellness company. Prior to founding Poplin, Alexandria worked in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. She also has a master's degree in nutrition; extensive training as a doula, yoga teacher, and personal trainer; and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, all of which inform her approach to pre-pregnancy wellness. For our listeners of The Hormone Genius Podcast, Alexandria is offering a special 10% discount on their premium testing at: https://app.getpoplin.com/ for with Code GENIUS 10. Here is the link to Alexandria's book on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0C7DNHX15?ingress=0&visitId=e31a2828-b253-4eab-b0d6-176ec5d78e53&ref_=ap_rdr Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole. Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.
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What does laundry have to do with giving yourself the space to love & serve and not just do? An awful lot, according to CEO, Keynote Speaker, and Scared Confident Podcast Host, Tiffany Sauder. Tiffany is an expert in how to actually live your existence, not just manage it. She helps high-achievers have a space where they can love and serve, not just do. In today's episode, Tiffany joins Erin to explain the moment when she decided to demand to love her days, her own personal journey to rebuilding the systems that ran her life, and why we cannot live an eternally additive existence. Tiffany shares the one thing that you may be forgetting about that could make your life so much easier: affordable outsourcing. If you're looking for ways to work (and live) smarter, not harder – this is the episode for you. Special sprinkles on top of this episode: what “Change Moments” are and what it means to be “wired to do something.” Show Links: Purchase Erin's newest book, I See You! A Leader's Guide to Energizing Your Team through Radical Empathy Purchase the I See You Meditation Album Get our free 4-Step Consistency Planner here Did today's episode resonate with you? Please leave us a review for a chance to win a self-care package from us Send a question/voice message on SpeakPipe here. Want to book Erin to speak at your organization or large-scale event: Learn more here. Connect with Tiffany Sauder: Link to Poplin for laundry service Tiffany's website Tiffany's LinkedIn Tiffany's podcast, Scared Confident Tiffany's free task planner tool Connect with Erin Diehl: @itserindiehl on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter Erin's LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!” If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won't miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Peeps :)
B”H If you like the sound of life without laundry, you will love today's interview. It's one of the best entrepreneurial stories I've heard so far. But it's so much more than that. Today in Jewish Money Matters I'm in conversation with Mort Fertel, co-founder and CEO of Poplin, a nationwide peer-to-peer marketplace for laundry. […] The post 373: Way More than a Life Without Laundry, with Poplin CEO & Entrepreneur Mort Fertel appeared first on Yael Trusch.
Join us as we delve into the fascinating journey of Mort Fertel, a visionary entrepreneur and relationship expert, whose path from a small town outside Philadelphia to the pinnacle of success is a testament to innovation, resilience, and the transformative power of faith.His encounter with Orthodox Judaism marked a pivotal turn, deepening his quest for meaning and guiding his entrepreneurial spirit toward ventures that not only seek profit but also enrich lives.Mort reveals how adversity fueled his passion for creating real change, leading to the birth of Marriage Fitness and the revolutionary laundry service app, Poplin.His journey is a vivid illustration of how one can harness the power of faith and entrepreneurial acumen to transform challenges into opportunities for success and service.Tune in to uncover Mort Fertel's unique insights into building a multi-faceted empire grounded in Jewish values, and learn how dedication, faith, and a desire to make a difference can turn the boldest visions into a stunning reality.To contact Mort Fertel, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/mortfertel/Mort's Book Recommendations:The Psychology of Money » https://amzn.to/49IuqOW The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People » https://amzn.to/48KUlEs ✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 69 ✬ ► TWILLORY: Get $18 OFF your first purchase of absolutely comfortable clothing for today's casual professional look. Use code CHAI (which means 18 in Hebrew) at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney - Limited Time Offer, On a $139 Purchase. ENJOY! ► THE DONOR'S FUND: More and more people are using this banklike system for charity. With a sleek mobile app or desktop solution, you can keep all your charity giving in a single place, plus there are about a dozen or more additional perks. Legit. Get your account here: https://thedonorsfund.org/koshermoney ► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel as the country and its people need all the help they can get! Visit https://www.ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney to make a much-needed donation! They're counting on us. CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 - Early Beginnings00:02:30 - Sports to Success00:05:45 - Wall Street and Beyond00:08:10 - Quest for Meaning00:11:20 - Embracing Judaism00:14:00 - Marriage Fitness Creation00:17:25 - Launching Poppin00:20:40 - Impact and Philosophy00:33:00 - Network Effect and Scaling00:36:15 - Raising Capital00:39:30 - Strategic Investments00:42:45 - Global Vision00:45:55 - Entrepreneurial Mindset00:49:10 - Legacy and Lessons00:52:25 - Financial Wisdom00:55:40 - Looking Ahead Follow Kosher Money on Social Media for Bonus Shorts: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@koshermoneypod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/koshermoneypod Follow Living Lchaim for More Goodies: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaim Free Call-In-To-Listen Hotline: USA: (605) 477-2100 UK: 0333-366-0154 ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 Need financial guidance? Get help from our friends at https://LivingSmarterJewish.org/ WhatsApp us at 1-914-222-5513 - we love feedback, legit! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more great content! :) Oh, and all investment strategies and investments involve risk of loss. Nothing contained in this episode or any of our episodes, ads and videos should be construed as investment advice. #podcast #poplin #koshermoney #laundry #money #laundrypros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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