Podcasts about TTC

Infertility crosses borders, cultures, and backgrounds—and in this special holiday episode, voices from around the world come together to reflect that shared reality.Presented by The World Fertility Project, this episode of pregnantish spotlights global advocates and thought leaders recently honored at the World Fertility Awards 2025, whose long and varied paths to parenthood highlight both the challenges of infertility and the resilience required to overcome them.In this candid conversation, pregnantish founder Andrea Syrtash, who welcomed her daughter through gestational surrogacy after eight years of trying to conceive, sits down with Becky Kearns in the UK and Nathalia Bastos in Brazil. Both women navigated complex fertility journeys and, after years of persistence, are now proud mothers of three.Becky, the voice behind Defining Mum, is a passionate advocate for destigmatizing egg donor IVF. She shares the realities of raising three donor-conceived children and works to expand fertility access in her region through Fertility Matters at Work, the company she co-founded.After seven years of infertility, Nathalia transformed her experience into advocacy. Through N. Tentativas, she has built a nationwide movement in Brazil that has already helped nearly 150 couples access the support they needed to build their families.This inspiring episode explores resilience, persistence, and connection—how to hold onto hope, protect relationships, and navigate the twists and setbacks of a long TTC journey. And it's a reminder that even though we live in different corners of the world, we are united as one powerful global fertility community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you been quietly holding back your desire for baby this holiday season—afraid of hoping too much or getting hurt again?The holidays can amplify longing, grief, comparison, and the pressure of timelines—especially when you're trying to conceive.In this episode, you'll experience:-A deeper understanding of why declaring your desire for baby matters on a subconscious and nervous system level-A simple, embodied holiday fertility intention practice you can return to anytime-A sense of calm, clarity, and self-trust—without feeling rushed, behind, or brokenPress play to gently declare your desire for baby and anchor into a calm, supportive fertility intention you can carry with you through the holidays.

Greg Brady spoke with Josh Matlow, Councillor for Ward 12 Toronto—St. Paul, about TTC budget forecasts showing a decline in ridership in 2025, what's driving this drop, and how will it impact Toronto's transit future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady spoke with Josh Matlow, Councillor for Ward 12 Toronto—St. Paul, about TTC budget forecasts showing a decline in ridership in 2025, what's driving this drop, and how will it impact Toronto's transit future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center. In this episode, the docs cover everything patients should consider if they plan to start IVF in the next couple of months. They begin with practical but essential advice, especially at the start of a new year, such as re-verification of insurance to ensure the coverage you expect is still in place. They review important lifestyle considerations: diabetes and high blood pressure should be well controlled, weight-loss efforts should begin sooner rather than later if needed, and now is the time to adjust habits or foods that may not support fertility. The doctors discuss the importance of starting supplements early, especially prenatal vitamins, vitamin D, and folic acid, since these nutrients play a critical role even before pregnancy is detected. The team also reviews the value of an up-to-date physical exam and age-appropriate screenings, including mammograms for women over 40. They stress the importance of evaluating the male partner as well, including semen analysis and routine infectious disease testing required by most fertility clinics. Finally, they highlight key pre-IVF testing, such as saline sonograms to assess tubal patency, to ensure patients are ready to begin treatment without delay. Shady Grove Fertility sponsored this podcast. 

Are you worried that one holiday meal—or one indulgent week—could ruin your chances to get pregnant?If you're trying to conceive, the holidays can feel overwhelming—pressure to indulge, fear of messing up your hormones, and guilt after eating certain foods.By listening to this episode, you'll discover...-How holiday foods impact your hormones, blood sugar, inflammation, and ovulation-The biggest fertility-disrupting eating mistakes you could be making during the holidays-A realistic, supportive way to enjoy holiday meals while protecting your fertility and nervous systemPress play to learn how you can fully enjoy the holidays and support your fertility at the same time—without FOMO, guilt, fear, or burnout.

If you have low AMH, high FSH, diminished ovarian reserve , or premature ovarian insufficiency and keep hearing that your TSH is "normal," you may be missing a key piece of your fertility story. Even small shifts in thyroid function can influence egg quality, ovarian reserve, embryo development, implantation, and early pregnancy. In this episode, we look at how thyroid health connects to your labs, symptoms, and IVF outcomes so you can understand what is being overlooked. You'll learn: Why a normal TSH does not always mean your thyroid is optimal for fertility The thyroid markers most clinics miss and why they matter How thyroid patterns influence egg development, ovarian aging, and implantation The connection between thyroid antibodies, low AMH, and IVF failure Practical steps to support thyroid function and improve your chances of conception Sarah Clark is the founder of Fab Fertile Inc. and the host of Get Pregnant Naturally. Her team specializes in functional approaches for low AMH, high FSH, diminished ovarian reserve, premature ovarian insufficiency, recurrent miscarriage and helping couples prepare their bodies for pregnancy success naturally or with IVF. This episode is especially for you if: You have low AMH, DOR, POI, or high FSH and want clarity on how thyroid health plays a role You have irregular cycles, unexplained infertility, or repeated loss and wonder if your thyroid is involved You have thyroid symptoms, thyroid antibodies, or a diagnosis like Hashimoto's and want to understand how this affects ovarian function Next Steps in Your Fertility Journey Subscribe to Get Pregnant Naturally for evidence-based guidance on functional fertility, and share this episode with anyone on their fertility journey. Not sure where to start? Download our most popular guide:  Ultimate Guide to Getting Pregnant This Year If You Have Low AMH/High FSH it breaks everything down step by step to help you understand your options and take action For personalized support to improve pregnancy success, book a call here. --- Timestamps 00:00 Why thyroid health matters for low AMH, DOR, and POI 01:02 Normal TSH vs optimal TSH for fertility 02:14 Full thyroid panel and what your REI may be missing 03:00 How low thyroid slows follicle development 03:45 Oxidative stress, inflammation, and egg quality 04:30 Thyroid dysfunction and accelerated ovarian aging 05:10 Hyperthyroidism, cycle disruption, and implantation 06:02 Thyroid antibodies and IVF outcomes 07:12 What high TPO antibodies mean for your transfer 08:00 Functional steps to support thyroid and egg quality ---

When God feels silent during your trying-to-conceive journey, it's easy to feel discouraged, confused, and spiritually exhausted. In this episode, Christian infertility coach Courtney Duinker shares four biblical steps to take when God feels quiet while trying to conceive. Rooted in Scripture and real-life experience, this episode helps women navigating infertility learn how to find God in the silence, strengthen their faith while waiting for pregnancy, and trust God's presence even when prayers feel unanswered. If you're struggling to hear God during TTC or infertility, this episode offers hope, truth, and practical next steps to keep walking with Him in the wait.  

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In today's episode, we're talking about how to handle the holiday TTC blue, the questions, the grief, the jealousy, the isolation, and the heaviness that can flare up this time of year. I walk you through practical ways to prepare your heart before gatherings, how to guard your heart from bitterness, and how to stay rooted in Christ when emotions run high.   Episode Highlights: We look at: Mary's miraculous conception God's power over the natural world and what that means for your hope today. Scripture practice and grounded tools to help you feel supported Listen in for biblical encouragement, practical support… and the reminder that you are never walking this road alone. Resources & Links:  Join Fertility Framework: If you're ready for deeper support, personalized cycle guidance, and faith-filled encouragement, come join me inside Fertility Framework! This is a space where you AND your husband can learn about the science of your cycle while keeping God in the centre of your fertility journey and growing towards Him together. Read the testimonies & enroll here: www.bekahyawn.com/course  ✨If you would like personal support on your journey but are not sure how to get started, book a free 10-minute consult with me here: www.bekahyawn.com/consult ✨ Join our Facebook community where you'll meet other Christian women who are praying over and encouraging one another. Come join the family! https://www.facebook.com/groups/802419477419221   

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The early alarms, the corrals, the castle, the finish line glow—Marathon Weekend is closer than it feels, and we're tackling the questions you're actually asking. We dig into the big simulation week and why it's more about patience than pace, then talk taper calm and how to internalize race pace without burning yourself out. From there, we zoom into the choices that matter: smart carb loading at Disney (yes, fries can be part of a plan), when a hydration vest helps, and how to keep your hands, feet, and head warm with simple gear that won't slow you down.We map spectator routes that work for early birds and back-of-packers—TTC for easy mid-race cheers and a monorail return to EPCOT for the finish—plus a cheer squad meetup near Coronado Springs around Mile 20–21 for that late-race lift. Sleep still tricky? We share practical routines, layered alarms, and low-stress morning timelines that get you to security, a character photo, and your corral without rushing. We also break down shoe rotation for challenges and the one rule we never break: nothing new on race day.Course talk stays honest: which Magic Kingdom approach feels better, why Cone Alley relief matters, and how to segment the marathon into bite-size goals that carry you through the hard miles. If the wall shows up, tuck into a Galloway pace group or lean on the runners beside you; conversation, music, and simple countdowns can turn a tough patch into forward motion. We wrap with a race report full of cold PRs, muddy finishes, and a spotlight on Rocket City's hat trick challenge, proving again how community turns big goals into finish-line moments. If this is your first 5K or your seventh start at 26.2, there's a plan here to make race day feel doable.Subscribe, share with a friend gearing up for Marathon Weekend, and tell us your best cold-weather or spectating tip in a review—we'll feature our favorites on a future episode.Send us a textSupport the showRise and Run Podcast is supported by our audience. When you make a purchase through one of our affiliate links, we may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.Sponsor LinksMagic Bound Travel Stoked Metabolic CoachingRise and Run Podcast Cruise Interest Form with Magic Bound Travel Affiliate Links The Start Line Co.Fluffy FizziesMona Moon Naturals Rise and Run Amazon Affiliate Web Page Kawaiian Pizza ApparelGoGuarded

Are you taking CoQ10 for fertility — but still not getting pregnant?If you've been told CoQ10 is a “must-have” fertility supplement but you're unsure whether it's actually helping you, this episode breaks down what CoQ10 really does for egg and sperm quality, how it supports fertility at the cellular level, and why it may not be the right antioxidant for everyone.In this episode, you'll discover:-How CoQ10 supports mitochondrial energy and why that matters for egg and sperm quality-The role oxidative stress plays in implantation, embryo quality, and miscarriage risk-How to choose the right form and dose of CoQ10 — and when it may not be the best optionPress play to learn whether CoQ10 is the fertility support your body truly needs and how to optimize your cellular energy for conception.

As we wrap up 2025, this final episode of The Fertility Podcast is a heartfelt reflection on the year we've had and a look ahead to what's coming. I'm joined by Katie Rollings, founder of Fertility Action, for a candid chat about the emotional toll of trying to conceive at this time of year, what has changed in the support landscape, and why we need more trust, better information, and continued compassion in the fertility space.If this time of year feels like a gut punch, you are not alone. Whether you are grieving a loss, recovering from a failed cycle, or quietly carrying the weight of infertility, I hope this episode reminds you that your experience matters and that support is out there.What we discuss in this episode:Why it is okay to feel conflicted or overwhelmed during the festive seasonCreating your own boundaries, traditions, and safe spaces during the holidaysWhat Fertility Action's support groups are hearing most including pregnancy announcements, TTC burnout, relationship issues and intimacy questionsHow the groups are structured (TTC versus positive test and beyond) and why that mattersThe rise in patients feeling confused by medical advice, conflicting information online and social media rabbit holesFertility as both emotional and transactional and how clinics need to do better at meeting patients with empathy and psychological safetyThe importance of honest, regulated medical guidance and why peer support should not replace professional adviceProgress on fertility education and policy change and why 2026 is shaping up to be a big year for advocacyKatie's hopes for empowering patients and reaching earlier stages in the fertility journey through GP education and accessA note on the mental load this season:If you have found yourself thinking “I really thought this would be our year”, you are not alone. That sense of grief, reflection, and uncertainty can be especially heavy during the holidays. But you are allowed to set limits. To say no. To opt out of conversations or events. You are not selfish for protecting your peace.Whether it is preparing a few phrases for difficult family questions, giving yourself permission to decline invites, or joining a support group for the first time, do whatever helps you feel grounded.And if you need a glimmer of hope, plan something just for you. Something small, comforting, or creative such as making a Christmas bauble while you chat with others who get it.Let's keep the conversation going:Follow me on Instagram: @fertilitypoddyEmail your thoughts or guest ideas: natalie@thefertilitypodcast.comLearn more about support groups and resources at fertilityaction.orgSubscribe on your podcast app to stay updated for 2026Leave a review or share this with someone who might need itThank you again for listening this year. However you are ending 2025, I wish you peace, space to breathe, and a gentle start to whatever comes next.Until next time.

Whether you want to have kids soon or not for a few years, this episode is for you!!!Prepping for pregnancy is taking extra care of your body and hormones, which everyone can benefit from! It goes way beyond just "doing it" when you're "supposed to". The way we take care of ourselves before TTC, the better the outcomes will be!In this episode I talk about several ways you can prep for pregnancy including: labs to get done, things your male partner should do, things you and your partner should do together, lifestyle changes, etc. I even give you a timeline breakdown on what to focus on when!Any questions leave below or DM on instagram!--------------------------------------------------------Find me on IG: @jfaye_rdWork with me! More info hereFREE RESOURCE: Balancing hormones and banishing pms

Dr. Natalie Crawford, OBGYN and REI, sits down with licensed acupuncturist Sadie Minkoff to discuss how acupuncture fits into the bigger picture of hormones, stress, and fertility. They explore how this approach can work alongside traditional medical care so you can feel more informed and less alone on your fertility journey. Key Topics: 1. What Acupuncture Really Is - Rethinking what “needles” actually mean in this setting - Seeing acupuncture as part of a larger, whole‑body system - How this approach aims to gently “nudge” the body 2. Fertility, Hormones, and Stress - How stress and inflammation can interfere with hormones and ovulation - Ways acupuncture may calm the nervous system and support balance - Why “normal tests” don't always mean your body feels normal 3. Using Acupuncture on the Fertility Journey - How it can be used when TTC spontaneously, with IUI, or with IVF - Why timing sessions around your cycle and treatments can matter - How it may support egg quality, implantation, and early pregnancy 4. Finding Care and Knowing Your Options - What to look for in a fertility‑focused acupuncturist - What a typical first visit and follow‑up might look like - Options if you can't access in‑person care, including at‑home support Check out Sadie's Practice Website https://reproductiveacupuncture.com/ Follow Sadie's Practice on IG @sageacupunctureaustin Pre-order Dr. Crawford's debut book, The Fertility Formula, now! ⁠https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book⁠ Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to receive updates, Q&A, special content, and freebies If you haven't already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Tuesday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@nataliecrawfordmd,⁠⁠⁠⁠ check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD⁠⁠⁠⁠, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fora Fertility. Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode! This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network! Learn more about Pinnacle at http://learnatpinnacle.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center. In this episode, the docs welcome visiting physician Dr. Shelley Dolitsky from Shady Grove Fertility in Towson, Maryland, for an in-depth conversation about recurrent pregnancy loss. Dr. Dolitsky begins by reviewing how different professional organizations define recurrent pregnancy loss. The American Society for Reproductive Medicine considers two or more losses—including very early biochemical losses—to be recurrent pregnancy loss, while the American College of OB/GYN defines it as two clinical losses under 20 weeks. The docs discuss how age dramatically affects miscarriage risk, with up to 75% of women over 40 experiencing miscarriages, compared with an overall rate of three to five percent. They walk through the full evaluation, which includes assessing the uterine cavity for abnormalities such as scar tissue, polyps, or congenital malformations; ensuring the fallopian tubes are normal and ruling out tubal damage; and performing chromosome analysis on both partners. Testing for antiphospholipid antibodies and lupus anticoagulant is also essential, as these can contribute to placental clotting issues. The conversation highlights the importance of screening for chronic medical issues that might be undiagnosed. About half of patients with recurrent pregnancy loss will have an identifiable and often treatable cause. Finally, the team discusses recommendations for patients whose workup is normal but who continue to experience losses. This podcast was sponsored by Shady Grove Fertility. 

What if the very tools you're using to track ovulation are the reason you're missing your fertile window every single month?If you've been relying on cycle tracking apps or LH strips and still aren't getting pregnant, you're not alone—and it may not be your body that's the problem. In this episode, you'll discover...-Clarity on why apps and ovulation strips can give false confidence about your fertile window-A deeper understanding of how to confirm ovulation with key fertility signs that give you a full, accurate picture of your cycle-Which tracking tools actually empower you to time conception with confidencePress play now to learn how to stop guessing, start confirming ovulation, and finally take advantage of every fertile cycle with clarity and confidence.

Being told you have Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) or premature menopause can feel like the door has closed on your fertility. But these terms don't mean the same thing and understanding the distinction is essential, especially if you're still hoping to conceive. In this episode, we break down what's actually happening hormonally in each condition, why they're often confused, and how a functional fertility approach can help you understand what may still be possible. You'll learn: The key differences between POI, premature menopause, and early menopause What your labs are really telling you about ovarian function Signs that your ovaries may still be active even if your cycle has stopped Which functional tests give deeper insight into thyroid, immune, gut, and adrenal factors that influence ovarian health How inflammation, autoimmune activity, stress physiology, and nutrient imbalances can drive ovarian shutdown Supportive nutritional, lifestyle, and mind-body strategies that may improve hormone communication and egg health When to combine functional and conventional care to optimize your chances of conception This episode is especially for you if: You've been told you have POI, premature menopause, or early menopause and want clarity about whether your ovaries have truly stopped functioning You're under 45 with irregular or missing cycles, hot flashes, or elevated FSH, and want to understand your next steps from a functional-fertility lens You've felt dismissed or told "it's over," yet you want to explore supportive strategies that may help your hormones and ovaries regain activity, naturally or alongside medical care Next Steps in Your Fertility Journey Subscribe to Get Pregnant Naturally for evidence-based guidance on functional fertility, and share this episode with anyone on their fertility journey. Not sure where to start? Download our most popular guide:  Ultimate Guide to Getting Pregnant This Year If You Have Low AMH/High FSH it breaks everything down step by step to help you understand your options and take action For personalized support to improve pregnancy success, book a call here. --- Timestamps 00:00 Understanding POI and early menopause and why the distinction changes your fertility options when cycles are irregular or absent. 01:45 What POI before age 40 means and how irregular periods and fluctuating FSH can still indicate remaining ovarian activity. 03:00 Real examples of women with AMH at 0.04 ng/mL and 0.08 ng/mL who conceived by addressing inflammation, gut health, thyroid, and stress patterns. 04:00 How disrupted communication between the brain and ovaries drives POI and the role of autoimmunity, nutrient status, and the nervous system. 05:00 What premature menopause looks like on labs and why confirming ovarian shutdown matters when planning next steps. 06:10 How some women in their forties regain cycles and conceive naturally and what this reveals about hormonal resilience. 08:00 Factors that accelerate ovarian aging, including elevated hsCRP, gut infections, thyroid imbalance, environmental toxins, and nutrient gaps. 09:50 Why the gut and vaginal microbiome influence egg quality and implantation and how hidden infections affect fertility outcomes. 10:50 How functional thyroid ranges guide fertility decisions and why a TSH below 2 mIU/L supports better ovarian signaling and hormone balance. 14:40 Nutrition, mitochondrial support, mineral balance, and mind body work that help improve egg health and ovulation signaling. --- Resources

Carter's mama, Amy and I, first recorded 3.5 years ago, not long after we both lost our sons. At the time, we were still deep in survival mode—learning how to breathe, how to exist, how to live in a world that had permanently changed.In this episode, we come back together to talk about life now.We talk honestly about:Parenting after lossWhat grief looks like years later (spoiler: it doesn't disappear)Expanding our families while still carrying our first babies with usThe tension of joy and sorrow coexistingHow motherhood after loss reshapes who you are, how you parent, and how you move through the worldThis isn't a “look how far we've come” conversation. It's just a real one. Two moms with 2 on earth and one in the sky. Grief didn't end. It evolved. Love didn't shrink. It expanded. And our sons are still very much part of our everyday lives.If you're navigating parenting after loss, considering growing your family again, or wondering what life can look like years down the road—this conversation is for you.Find Amy on Instagram:@amyycampisiHer Charity Org Carters Classic WebsiteFind your Loss Posse at LOSSLINK.COM*************************************NOTE: I am not a doctor or a therapist. This podcast is not in place of therapy. The views of my guests are not always reflective of my own.  I am just a real life loss mom describing her experiences with life after loss. These are my experiences, and I'm putting it out there so you feel less alone. Always do your own research and make informed decisions!For more REAL TALK about baby loss and grief, hit subscribe to be notified when another episode drops!Instagram @thekatherinelazarYoutube: @thekatherinelazarEmail: thekatherinelazar@gmail.comWebsite: www.katherinelazar.com Some helpful resources:https://countthekicks.org/https://www.measuretheplacenta.org/https://www.pushpregnancy.org/https://www.tommys.org/ Local to Atlanta:https://www.northsidepnl.com/ 

High FSH: three little letters that can send you spiraling when you're trying to get pregnant. Maybe you've been told your FSH is "too high," your eggs are "too old," or that an egg donor is your only chance at having a baby, but this episode is here to shift that narrative and help you see that number in a completely different light. We'll unpack what high FSH really means, how it fits into your bigger fertility picture, and explore some powerful ways to work with your body in your later reproductive years so you can feel informed, hopeful, and back in the driver's seat of your journey to conception. Episode Highlights:  What FSH is, how it signals your ovaries to grow follicles, and how it rises and falls across a normal menstrual cycle.​ How many follicles you start with in the womb, what's typically left by puberty, and how that pool changes in your 20s, 30s, and 40s.​ Why FSH tends to climb as ovarian reserve declines and how that relates to egg quality and endometrial receptivity.​ The problem with using a single FSH number to push women toward egg donor and why two women with the same value can have very different outcomes.​ How stress, adrenal health, blood‑sugar balance, and inflammation impact FSH signaling and overall hormone harmony.​ Functional tools to support FSH and ovarian health in later reproductive years How a whole‑body, functional approach can help preserve cycles, support egg quality, and keep your body receptive to natural conception, even with high FSH If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below. PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Related Episode Links: Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/170  Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.  

On today's episode, Ali is joined by Tara Carlyle—influencer, girl mom, and outspoken advocate for women navigating infertility, including the reality of secondary infertility. Tara shares her personal journey and the emotional whiplash of struggling to conceive again after already having a child—grappling with guilt, grief, and what it's like to feel dismissed by the medical system. Tara also talks about her advocacy work for a TTC blood panel and deeper investigation into women's health, especially when symptoms are brushed off or labeled “normal.” Follow Tara on IG: @taracarlyleEPISODE SPONSORS: THE WORK OF ART BOOK SERIESAli's Children's Book Series about IVF, IUI and Family Building Through Assisted Reproductive Technology https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksThe latest book in the Work of ART series, “You Are a Work of ART," is for every kiddo born through ART -- and the people who love them.Order "Work of ART," "Beautiful Bird" and "You Are a Work of ART," now at https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksFERTILITY RALLYIG: @fertilityrallywww.fertilityrally.comNo one should go through infertility alone. Join the Worst Club with the Best Members at fertilityrally.com. We offer 5 to 6 support groups per week, three private Facebook groups, tons of curated IRL and virtual events, and an entire community of more than 500 women available to support you, no matter where you are in your journey.Join today at link in bio on IG @fertilityrally or at www.fertilityrally.com/membershipPHERDALIG: @pherdal_sciencePherDal is the world's first and only FDA-cleared, sterile, at-home insemination kit designed to help people build their families in the comfort of home. Created by parents who've been there, PherDal is safe, simple, and affordable—putting more options in your hands as you grow your family. Explore at PherDal.com.Go to PherDal.com today and use code INFERTILEAF for $10 off.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af-infertility-and-modern-family-building-through-art/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

“Information without embodiment keeps you stuck in the same emotional loops that cancel out the physical work you are doing.” Topics Discussed • IVF trauma and fertility burnout • Emotional healing and subconscious patterns • Radical responsibility during the TTC journey • Embodiment vs information overload • Epigenetics and long term cellular health • Victim mindset, inner dialogue, and emotional loops • Stepping into trust, self worth, and nervous system coherence “Your physical body needs time to catch up with your mental reality.” Hello Beautiful, Monica here supporting you to become the conscious mama you were born to be… Today's episode goes straight to the heart of the fertility journey. If you have been gathering knowledge, listening to every expert, and collecting every supplement like tiny emotional trophies, yet still feel stuck, this one will hit home. I share the honest truth that most women avoid. You might know everything, yet still not be living any of it. You might be doing the physical work while your emotional patterns cancel it out. And I say that with so much love because that was me for years. We explore the real reason embodiment matters, why victim stories feel comforting but keep you looping, and how your body is always trying to catch up with the version of you who knows she is meant to be a mother. You will hear the clip I wish I had on repeat at twenty seven, thirty one, even thirty four. It will probably trigger something. That is exactly where the gold is hiding. If you are ready to shift timelines, collapse old patterns, and stop living in emotional slumps that drain your fertility, this episode will land with a mix of truth, humor, and full body resonance. Press play and let this be your turning point. “Sort the emotion that is keeping you stuck because we do not live in that story anymore.” Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and emotional insight about the fertility journey 01:05 Why most women avoid the real work and stay in research mode 03:27 Epigenetics and why your emotional patterns matter 04:25 The difference between information and embodiment 06:47 The bold clip on radical responsibility 07:44 How victim loops block your fertility progress 10:05 Who is truly ready for a fertility breakthrough session “Thoughts, emotions, and actions create your reality, and that is what will shift your fertility timeline.” Full Transcript Over on the Blog: https://www.findingfertility.co/blog/breaking-the-loop-of-infertility-ivf-trauma-and-stepping-into-radical-responsibility-fertility-success Let's Do This Together

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The OPP is launching a criminal investigation into a company that received money from both the ministry of colleges and universities and the Ontario Skills Development Fund. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss this latest development in the saga - and the headache it's becoming for the premier. Ontario's big city mayors have called on the province to declare a state of emergency around homelessness and drug use. Steve and John Michael discuss what might change. The Finch West LRT opened last week and already people are complaining about it. Steve and JMM talk about what Metrolinx, the TTC, and the City of Toronto can do to speed things up. And Nam Kiwanuka, host and producer of (MIS)Treated, and Molly Thomas, host of Big [If True], join Steve and JMM for an #onpoli podcast quiz to round out the year. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/how-this-organization-in-hamilton-helps-men-get-clean-and-turn-their-li... JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-i-love-my-e-bike-but-ontario-needs-new-rulesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are your daily tech habits quietly overheating your pelvis, damaging egg and sperm quality, and sabotaging your fertility without you even knowing it?The devices you use every single day—laptops, phones, earbuds, smartwatches—emit EMFs and heat can interfere with the reproductive repair your body relies on for healthy conception.In this episode, you'll discover...-A clear understanding of how EMFs and device heat directly impact egg quality, sperm quality, inflammation, and reproductive hormone balance.-The three biggest tech habits silently sabotaging fertility and increasing pelvic heat and oxidative stress.-Simple, low-effort tech-boundary shifts that instantly reduce EMF exposure and protect reproductive health while trying to conceive.Press play now to learn the quick, science-backed tech swaps that instantly protect your fertility and support healthier eggs, stronger sperm, and a smoother TTC journey.

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 Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center. Today we welcome special guest Lauren Makler, Founder of Cofertility. In this episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored, the doctors sit down with Lauren Makler to explore why transparency is essential in modern egg donation. For years, donor conception carried an unnecessary layer of secrecy. Parents often felt shame discussing the use of an egg donor, and donor-conceived children sometimes internalized guilt or discomfort, feeling that the process was transactional, or that the donor was excluded from any meaningful connection. Lauren explains how the Cofertility model aims to reshape this narrative entirely. Prospective egg donors undergo extensive medical and psychological screening before being accepted. Those who qualify complete an extraordinarily detailed profile allowing families to choose a donor whose values, background, and goals align with theirs. The donor is empowered too since she keeps half of her eggs for future use. Only a limited number of families can match with each donor, and together, donors and recipient families determine their preferred level of ongoing contact. At minimum, recipients receive identifying information, but many matches opt for deeper communication, shared updates, or even in-person meetings over time. This thoughtful, relationship-centered approach helps ensure that donor-conceived children grow up with honesty, openness, and pride in their origin story. Transparency removes shame, strengthens family identity, and honors the donor's contribution in a meaningful, human way. At its core, every child's conception however it happens, should be embraced with joy, not secrecy. This podcast was sponsored by Cofertility. 

Are you assuming your partner's fertility is “fine” because his semen analysis came back "normal"—and could that be the very thing blocking pregnancy?!Most couples don't realize that 50% of all fertility challenges involve male factors, yet men rarely receive thorough testing. A basic semen analysis only scratches the surface and completely overlooks hidden issues.In this episode, you'll learn...-A clear understanding of why a standard semen analysis does not confirm healthy or optimal sperm—and what deeper issues it often misses.-The hidden male-factor problems that contribute to infertility, poor embryo development, and miscarriage.-The exact steps couples can take right now—including advanced testing, lifestyle upgrades, and targeted support—to rapidly improve sperm quality in as little as 90 days.Press play now to learn how addressing male fertility today can dramatically boost your chances of conceiving, reduce miscarriage risk, and help you build the healthiest family possible.

If you're over 40 and have been told your ovarian reserve is low, you've likely heard things like your only option is IVF with donor eggs or your time has run out. But those statements rarely tell the full story. In today's episode, Improve Ovarian Reserve to Get Pregnant After 40, we explore what ovarian reserve actually measures, why it does not define your fertility potential, and how a functional fertility approach can support egg quality, hormone communication, and your chances of pregnancy, whether naturally or with IVF. Even after 40, your body can respond when you understand the underlying imbalances that influence ovarian function. You'll learn • What AMH, FSH, and AFC truly indicate and why they don't measure egg quality • How mitochondrial energy, nutrient levels, and antioxidants influence egg development after 40 • The role of thyroid health and why optimal TSH should be below 2.0 when trying to conceive • How gut infections, immune dysregulation, and vaginal microbiome imbalances affect ovarian reserve • Which functional tests help uncover hidden imbalances that impact egg potential, including GI MAP, DUTCH, GrowBaby, and HTMA This episode is especially for you if: • You are 40 or older and have been told your AMH is low or your FSH is high • You have experienced failed IVF cycles, early loss, or poor egg quality and want to know what else you can do • You want a functional fertility framework that looks at hormone communication, egg energy, and whole body imbalances rather than just chasing lab numbers Next Steps in Your Fertility Journey Subscribe to Get Pregnant Naturally for evidence-based guidance on functional fertility, and share this episode with anyone on their fertility journey. Not sure where to start? Download our most popular guide:  Ultimate Guide to Getting Pregnant This Year If You Have Low AMH/High FSH it breaks everything down step by step to help you understand your options and take action For personalized support to improve pregnancy success, book a call here. --- Timestamps 00:00 What low ovarian reserve really means after 40 Why AMH and FSH do not predict your ability to conceive and why your fertility is not defined by these numbers. 01:00 AMH, FSH and AFC explained for women over 40 How ovarian reserve tests measure quantity, not quality and why functional fertility looks deeper. 02:00 Case study: Diminished ovarian reserve at 41 with autoimmune clues A real example of low AMH and Hashimoto's with gut infections that resulted in a natural pregnancy. 04:00 Mitochondria and egg energy after 40 How mitochondrial function influences egg maturation and which nutrients support better ovarian energy. 05:00 Thyroid health and why TSH must be optimal to conceive The full thyroid picture and why ferritin, antibodies and gluten sensitivity matter for ovarian reserve. 07:00 Mineral balance and heavy metals that affect ovarian reserve How magnesium, copper imbalance and toxic metals influence egg quality and hormone stability. 08:30 Adrenal stress and cortisol patterns that lower ovarian signaling How chronic stress suppresses FSH and LH and what adrenal patterns look like on testing. 10:00 Gut health, estrogen metabolism and inflammation How dysbiosis, leaky gut and yeast overgrowth interfere with follicle growth and hormone balance. 11:00 Vaginal microbiome and hidden infections linked to failed implantation Why Ureaplasma, Mycoplasma and high pH environments reduce embryo success and implantation. 13:00 Case study: Natural pregnancy at 43 with DOR A woman with low AMH and high FSH who addressed gut, adrenal and thyroid imbalances and conceived naturally. --- Resources

We making sure to end the 4th quarter strong! A lot to get to this week! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@WeLoveHipHopNetwork416 Intro Songs: Pressa - Attachments https://open.spotify.com/track/1SedJ3dLWoCqnPIGeEMUJH?si=4a03b4da28414eb0 Pressa - Canada Goose https://open.spotify.com/track/0c473vwMZxxXcdhHay62PN?si=10a0b6828c7d4a0f Topic: - Our Spotify wrap ups - Akademiks vs Maino - Lil Berete speaks on Toronto rappers (Rappers beating gay stuff) - Pressa new music - Lil Yatchy paid 100k for 10 minutes - TTC lady driver arrested for defense stabbing Big thanks to B3 from B3 Studio https://www.instagram.com/utopiarecordsca/ Thanks to Thanks to Exotic Hotpots: https://www.instagram.com/exotichotpot/ Road Ready Detailing: https://www.instagram.com/torontoroadreadydetailing/ We Love Hip Hop: www.instagram.com/welovehiphopnetwork/ Friday: www.instagram.com/fridayrickydred/ Dusty Wallace: www.instagram.com/trappherajohn/ DJ Zar: https://www.instagram.com/djzartv/ DJ Natural Wav: https://www.instagram.com/djnatural.wav/ Prod B3: https://www.instagram.com/prod.b3/

In this week's Police Beat, Greg Brady discussed with: Clayton Campbell , President of the Toronto Police Association, Hank Idsinga, 640 Toronto's Crime Specialist, former police inspector, Discuss: 1 - Toronto police say officer pulled woman on fire from tent 2 - TTC worker and customer charged after stabbing each other at Dundas station: police 3 - Man dead after being shot ‘multiple times' by Toronto police, SIU investigating Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I interview Anne‑Claire Le Bihan, a former midwife and naturopath, and now practicing spirit baby communicator, who guides you beyond "doing more" and into a softer, magnetic way of being that opens space for baby to arrive. You'll hear how dreams, signs, and your own inner knowing can become a clear dialogue before conception, why mindset and energy shift fertility from contraction to receptivity, and how loss can initiate a sacred training for the mother you're becoming.. If you're curious about what your spirit baby might be trying to tell you, and how to align with divine timing, this episode offers practical practices, deep reassurance, and a new lens on your path to motherhood. Episode Highlights: Naturopathy meets energy work and spirit baby communication to reframe "unexplained" infertility, and reveal what your future baby wants you to know.​ Anne-Claire's prophetic dream, pregnancy, and loss led her from midwifery into the unseen world of spirit babies, and why that shift could change your path, too. Sneak peek: The Empowering Fertility Summit 2026 - 21 experts sharing body–mind–energy–spirit strategies you'll never hear in a standard clinic.​ How mindset and your energy field can move you from contraction to receptivity, blending insights from science and spirituality.​ What spirit babies are, how they reach out preconception, and simple ways to listen, through dreams, signs, and your inner knowing.​​ Trade the hustle for magnetism: shift from "doing more" to a softer state that makes space for baby to arrive.​ Embrace divine timing and the lessons along the way, why many say their baby arrived at the only possible moment.​​ A loving reframe: your fertility path is sacred training for the mother your baby needs, even when loss is part of the story If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below. PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Related Episode Links: Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here The Empower Fertility Summit Registeration coming soon!  For full show notes and guest related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/169  Need Nora's Support To Get Pregnant? Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.  

“What if I stop judging myself and let the pieces fall so something better can be built.” Topics Discussed • The messy middle of TTC and IVF recovery • Emotional healing during fertility burnout • Subconscious patterns and self judgment • Frequency shifts and embodied surrender • Radical honesty with yourself during the journey • Letting go of control and rebuilding from a grounded place “You cannot light switch your body. You cannot snap your fingers and erase decades of patterns.” Hello Beautiful, Monica here supporting you to become the conscious mama you were born to be… This episode takes you straight into the heart of the messy middle, that uncomfortable space between who you were and who you are becoming. If you feel like life is a wobbly tower of blocks and you are using every toe, finger, and nose hair to hold it together, you are not alone. This is the moment where surrender feels impossible and control feels safer, yet your body is quietly asking for stillness, honesty, and trust. We explore the deep emotional patterns that rise when everything starts to fall apart, the subconscious urge to fix what is not fixable, and the beauty that comes from letting yourself “do nothing” for a moment. Yes, I even talk about my husband sleeping his way to genius and how your soul babies probably wish you would slow down long enough to hear yourself think. This conversation invites you to soften. To witness the chaos without judgment. To release the frantic Googling and the need for the next perfect plan. And to remember that the void is not punishment. It is power. The version of you on the other side of this episode is clearer, calmer, and more aligned. Press play and feel the shift begin. “Judgment only comes from the mind. No one is judging you but you.” Timestamps 00:00 Opening insight on intuition and fertility 01:28 The truth about the messy middle of TTC 04:40 Why letting go of control changes your emotional frequency 07:29 The radical honesty required for real transformation 10:25 How doing nothing can create the biggest breakthroughs 12:47 Reframing setbacks, miscarriages, and slow progress 14:46 Understanding judgment, frequency, and emotional alignment “Sometimes the greatest healing comes from sitting in the void and doing absolutely nothing.” Full Transcript Over on the Blog: https://www.findingfertility.co/blog/when-your-infertility-ivf-journey-feels-like-it-is-falling-apart-even-when-you-re-doing-everything-right Let's Do This Together

#899. Kaitlyn is joined in-studio by her longtime friend (and former fertility nurse!) Whitney Bischoff Angel, fresh off a girls' weekend, to talk all things fertility and women's health. From egg freezing and endometriosis to postpartum, loss, and the emotional side of every phase—nothing is off the table.Whitney shares insights from nearly 20 years in fertility nursing, why she chose not to pursue the influencer path, and she opens up about her not-so-great experience on The Bachelor and how it shaped the life she has now. They also dig into the questions so many women have but rarely get clear answers to: – What's the first step if you're curious about fertility support? – Do SSRIs or mental health meds impact pregnancy? – When should you consider freezing your eggs? – Should you freeze them even if you're not sure you want kids? – What about PCOS, male factor infertility, endometriosis, or surrogacy?And of course, some surprise guest walk-ins lead to an unexpected Titanic conspiracy chat—because why not?It's real, informative, and full of the conversations women wish they heard more often. Tune in!If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below! PLUS, FOLLOW OUR PODCAST INSTAGRAM HERE!Thank you to our Sponsors! Check out these deals!Booking.com: Head over to booking.com and start your listing today! Get Seen. Get Booked on Booking.com!Better Help: OTV listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/VINE.Bombas: Head over to Bombas.com/vine and use code vine for 20% off your first purchase.The Real Real: Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to TheRealReal.com/vineProgressive: Visit Progressive.com to see if you could save on car insurance!Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: (18:10) – Why Whitney didn't become an influencer and chose to focus on her career in fertility.(32:40) – When to consider freezing your eggs, the ideal age range, and why earlier is better.(38:38) – Eggs vs. embryos: How to maintain autonomy over your fertility choices.(43:20 ) – Tips for TTC (trying to conceive) with PCOS, male factor infertility, and tracking cycles effectively.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are hidden endocrine disruptors in your everyday household products silently sabotaging your fertility?If you've been trying to conceive or struggling with hormone issues, your cleaning supplies, skincare, and even your candles might be playing a bigger role than you think. In this episode, you'll discover:-The most common household items that disrupt hormone balance-How these toxins directly impact fertility for both men and women-Simple, affordable product swaps that dramatically lower your daily exposureHit play to learn how to reduce hidden toxins and instantly create a more fertility-friendly home environment.

In this jam-packed Miscellany episode, we look into Disney's not-so-best moments starting with Myke's review of Zootopia: Better Zoogether, followed by a much needed Grumpy tangent about Disney maintenance, from broken effects to early closures that make no sense. Then we head to the TTC and Seven Seas Lagoon to decide whether it's an experience or just a hassle.We finish with a chat about Wicked: For Good, along with a look at how familiar stories get retold from different points of view including Sleeping Beauty's Maleficent, Frozen's Snow Queen, and even Star Wars through the Ewoks and others.

Fertility Docs Uncensored is hosted by Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center. In this episode, our docs take a deep dive into one of the most pivotal decisions in an IVF cycle: when and how to trigger for egg retrieval. They break down the thought process behind choosing between an HCG trigger and a Lupron trigger, explaining why the choice isn't one-size-fits-all. One of the biggest advantages of a Lupron trigger is its ability to dramatically reduce the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), a key consideration for patients with a high response to medication. But Lupron doesn't work for everyone. The docs explain why patients with hypothalamic amenorrhea must use HCG to ensure proper follicle release, and why a fresh embryo transfer also requires an HCG trigger for optimal luteal support. The docs also discuss the many clinical clues that guide trigger timing. These include a patient's historical response to stimulation, whether they're planning a fresh or frozen transfer, and crucial hormonal cues such as a drop in estrogen that can signal impending ovulation. They even share how sometimes they bring patients into the office for an ultrasound on retrieval day to confirm that spontaneous ovulation hasn't occurred. Finally, they cover the selective use of combined HCG + LH triggers, and which patients benefit most from this approach.  This is a must-listen for anyone wanting a behind-the-scenes look at how reproductive endocrinologists make one of the most important calls in an IVF cycle. This podcast was sponsored by US Fertility.

Are you overlooking subtle symptoms that could be quietly blocking your fertility—and no one has ever connected the dots for you?Many women normalize signs like persistent acne, irregular cycles, weight fluctuations, and monthly discomfort without realizing they are powerful clues pointing to hormone imbalances, PCOS, thyroid dysfunction, or deeper reproductive issues. In this episode, you'll learn:-The subtle fertility red flags women commonly dismiss as “normal.”-How to connect your symptoms to deeper hormonal and reproductive imbalances.-Practical first steps to track, interpret, and strengthen your fertility foundation starting today.Press play now to learn how to decode early fertility clues, understand your symptoms, and take empowered steps toward supporting your hormonal and reproductive health.Connect with Elisabeth:@fruitfulwombdoula - IG, FB, TikTok, Threads, YouTubefruitfulwomb.ca

If you've been told you have poor egg quality, you might feel like your options are limited or that your body isn't capable of what you want most. In this episode, 5 Tips to Get Pregnant Even with Poor Egg Quality, we break down what egg quality really means, what affects it, and how to support your fertility through a functional-fertility lens. You'll learn practical, research-informed strategies that influence the environment where your eggs mature and develop. You'll learn: What poor egg quality actually means and why it's about cellular function, not the number of eggs How oxidative stress, thyroid issues, inflammation, toxin exposure, and blood sugar imbalances affect egg development The top functional strategies to support mitochondrial energy, hormone communication, and ovulation How gut health, minerals, detoxification, and nervous system regulation impact egg and embryo quality Research-backed mind–body approaches shown to improve pregnancy outcomes in IVF and natural conception This episode is especially for you if: You've been told you have poor egg quality, low AMH, or high FSH and want to understand what's actually behind those numbers You've had failed IVF cycles or early losses and want to know what else you can do to influence your outcome You want a whole body, functional fertility approach that supports egg development, mitochondrial health, and hormone communication Sarah Clark is the founder of Fab Fertile Inc. and the host of Get Pregnant Naturally. Her team specializes in functional approaches for low AMH, high FSH, diminished ovarian reserve, premature ovarian insufficiency, recurrent miscarriage and helping couples prepare their bodies for pregnancy success naturally or with IVF. Next Steps in Your Fertility Journey Subscribe to Get Pregnant Naturally for evidence-based guidance on functional fertility, and share this episode with anyone on their fertility journey. Not sure where to start? Download our most popular guide:  Ultimate Guide to Getting Pregnant This Year If You Have Low AMH/High FSH it breaks everything down step by step to help you understand your options and take action For personalized support to improve pregnancy success, book a call here. --- Timestamps 00:00 – What Poor Egg Quality Really Means Understanding how oxidative stress, thyroid imbalance, inflammation, mitochondrial issues, and chronic stress affect egg development. 01:42 – Why Functional Fertility Testing Changes Outcomes How deeper testing like GI MAP, DUTCH, and nutrient panels uncovers what IVF and basic labs often miss. 03:20 – Success Story: Improving Egg Quality with Hashimoto's and Low AMH A real case of transforming egg health after being told IVF was the only option. 04:08 – Mitochondrial Support for Better Egg Development Key nutrients like CoQ10, omega 3s, B vitamins, magnesium, and antioxidant rich foods that influence egg energy and embryo potential. 05:04 – Why Fasting, Keto, and Undereating Lower Fertility How shaky blood sugar, cortisol spikes, long fasting windows, and restrictive diets impact ovulation and hormone balance. 07:00 – Blood Sugar, Protein Targets, and Egg Free Breakfast Ideas Optimal A1C ranges, how to stabilize blood sugar, and how protein supports hormone communication and egg maturation. 08:40 – Reducing Inflammation and Daily Toxin Exposure Plastics, fragrances, water filtration, and anti inflammatory eating patterns that support healthy follicles. 09:50 – Functional Lab Testing to Personalize Your Fertility Plan Why combining GI MAP, food sensitivities, mineral testing, and mycotoxin screening gives a clearer picture of egg quality barriers. 13:10 – Thyroid, Adrenals, Liver, and Key Nutrients for Fertility How TSH, ferritin, vitamin D, homocysteine, cortisol patterns, and estrogen detox impact egg and embryo quality. 19:00 – The Mind Body Connection and Research Behind IVF Success What the Domar studies and HRV research show about stress, cortisol, and improving ovarian function. 22:10 – The 90 Day Egg Development Window and IVF Readiness Why creating a low inflammation, nutrient rich environment improves egg quality and IVF response. --- Resources

What happens when a type‑A, high‑achieving doctor slowly loses her period, her sense of safety in her body, and eventually her fertility, only to discover she is the one pushing her hormones to shut down? In this raw and hopeful episode, Dr. Ashley Burton traces her path from childhood body image and disordered "health" habits through years of irregular cycles, the pill, an unexpected pregnancy and termination, and a cascade of IUD complications that ended in full‑blown hypothalamic amenorrhea. Ashley pulls back the curtain on her HA journey and how true preconception prep was a game‑changer in helping her get and stay pregnant.  Episode Highlights: How growing up in a Northern Ontario First Nations community, body image pressure, and "healthy habits" quietly set Ashley up for missing periods and HA.​ The truth about her late first period, years of sparse cycles, and what seven years on the pill really did to her hormones.​ An unexpected pregnancy on the rhythm method, a difficult at‑home termination, and the Mirena IUD decision that changed everything.​ The terrifying hemorrhage that became her rock‑bottom moment and the doorway into real body literacy and cycle awareness.​ The one line on a fitness podcast that made her realize she was overtraining, and how easing up finally opened the door to pregnancy.​ Why she is so grateful for preconception nutrient loading now that she is 10 weeks pregnant with first‑trimester food aversions in full swing.​ The sneaky "goal clothes" trap that keeps so many women stuck in HA and what freedom on the other side can look like.​ A client story where a frightening PCOS label turned out to be HA that shifted in two months with breakfast, stress work, and charting.​ Ashley's countercultural reframe on movement, timing, and why building fertility foundations now pays off well into perimenopause and beyond.​ If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below. PLUS FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM PAGE HERE FOR BITE SIZED TTC TIPS! Need Nora's Support To Get Pregnant? Click here for a collection of Nora's best self paced programs to get & stay pregnant Apply for Private Fertility Coaching with Nora here For full show notes and guest related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/168 Grab Your FREE Resources: Just starting your TTC journey? Download my Eat To Get Pregnant Guide  Having trouble getting and staying pregnant? Download my Top 3 Things To Do When You're Not Getting Pregnant Wondering what supplements to take to help you conceive? Download my Fertility Foundations Supplement Guide Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.  

“I think what I've discovered in the last few years is that you can be doing everything right on the energetic side of things.” • Feeling like it is the end when you have one embryo left or one last IVF transfer • Obsessing over fertility numbers and treating them like destiny • Subconscious gender stories, boy mom identity and beliefs about women • Spirit babies, soul contracts and staying grounded in your own joy • Cellular health, frequency and trusting fertility as innate • Nervous system safety, emotional release and facing hard feelings instead of staying positive • False surrender, discipline as self love and choosing to live your life while TTC “Those are just stories we're making up.” Hello Beautiful, Monica here supporting you to become the conscious mama you were born to be… In this intimate, behind the scenes coaching session, we walk into the tender place so many women land on this journey. The place where you are staring at your labs, your age, your one embryo left and your brain is screaming, this is the end. I share how I went into my own last frozen embryo transfer with the twins convinced it was my final shot, miscarried, and truly believed I would only have one child. Looking back with the eyes I have now, I can see how much of that was a story, a protection pattern and a total disconnect from the truth that fertility lives in your cells, not in your fear. We explore gender anxiety, boy versus girl stories, and the sneaky subconscious beliefs many of us carry about women, mothers and ourselves. I talk about growing up with a deeply masculine mother, realizing I subconsciously thought all women were bitches, and why my mentor once told me I literally could not hold the woman frequency yet. We fold in spirit babies, soul contracts, and the very human temptation to outsource our power to readings instead of doing the unsexy work of cellular health, nervous system safety, emotional healing and actual joy. If you are tired of trying to stay positive, secretly terrified of another failed transfer, or spinning in false surrender while saying you have “let it go,” this conversation is your loving interruption. You will hear practical tools, real stories and a deeply truthful reframe that might finally let your shoulders drop and your heart exhale. Press play if you are ready to believe that this is not the end and that your baby is far more interested in your frequency than your perfection. “Anyways, that's why it's all about you. The baby doesn't want anything. It wants the same frequency, so coming home to yourself is the best thing you can do.” Timestamps 00:00 - When you are doing everything right energetically and still stressed before IVF 02:51 - Thinking this is the end after loss and why those stories are not the full truth 10:21 - Boy mom identity, feminine wounds and subconscious beliefs about women 17:57 - Spirit baby readings, soul contracts and not outsourcing your power 26:36 - Facing hard emotions instead of forcing positivity before an IVF transfer 32:45 - Written in the stars, miscarriage guilt and what really affects pregnancy 36:29 - Client story of failed IVF, natural conception and releasing TTC timelines “This is just a chapter. It is not the end. I'm done trying to conceive. I'm going to live my life.” Full Transcript Over on the Blog: https://www.findingfertility.co/blog/one-embryo-left-ivf-transfer-anxiety-spirit-babies-letting-go-of-fertility-numbers-as-destiny Let's Do This Together

SDH Network is catching up with all the host cities before the summer to find out how they're progressing to host the world- everything from infrastructure, budgets, challenges, successes, and surprises...Toronto Executive Director Sharon Bollenbach talks everything from traffic and transportation to volunteers, venue expansion, and committee integration coming together to host the sport in Ontario province

Do holiday gatherings leave you feeling triggered, overstimulated, or emotionally drained while you're trying to conceive?When you're TTC, holidays can hit harder—pregnancy announcements, invasive questions, overstimulation, and emotional landmines can pull your nervous system straight into fight-or-flight. In this episode, you'll learn:-Seven practical strategies to regulate your nervous system, hold your emotional center, and navigate triggers gracefully.-A simple, gentle boundary script you can use when people ask intrusive questions.-A powerful post-event reset ritual to release emotional heaviness and reclaim your energy after any gathering.Press play now to learn how to protect your peace, honor your body, and stay grounded through every holiday event while supporting your fertility journey.

The holidays can be magical — but if you're trying to conceive, they can also feel incredibly heavy. Between family gatherings, triggering comments, pregnancy announcements, disrupted routines, and the emotional weight of longing for a baby, this season brings unique challenges that often go unspoken.In today's solo episode, Jacqueline shares a supportive and practical guide for navigating the holiday season while TTC. You'll learn how to protect your emotional well-being, set healthy boundaries, handle difficult conversations, and understand the real impact stress and travel can have on your cycle. (Spoiler: it's less than you think!)Whether you're heading into Thanksgiving, preparing for December festivities, or simply trying to stay grounded, this episode offers comfort, clarity, and actionable tools to help you move through the holidays with more compassion for yourself.In this episode, we cover: ✨ Why the holidays often feel harder when you're TTC ✨ Emotional triggers and how to prepare for them ✨ Simple scripts for handling intrusive questions ✨ Boundaries that protect your peace during gatherings ✨ What holiday stress actually does to your hormones + cycle ✨ How travel, sleep disruption, and routine changes impact fertility ✨ Small, supportive habits you can use all season long ✨ A grounding message for anyone feeling overwhelmedYou deserve support — especially during the holidays. If you need a community that understands the emotional, physical, and mental weight of TTC, join Your Fertility Village as a Founding Member (for only $7/mo thru 2025) here:https://your-fertility-village.mn.co/landingTake a deep breath… you're not alone this season.

Brooke shares her deeply personal infertility journey, marked by two years of trying to conceive while navigating the challenges of military life, long separations from her husband, and the emotional toll of constant negative tests. She opens up about the moment she felt called to leave her dream career in order to prioritize her family and the complex feelings that came with making that choice.Brooke discusses the physical and emotional impact of endometriosis, a condition that left her in debilitating pain—often crying through work days—before finally receiving life-changing treatment and diagnosis. After undergoing endometriosis surgery, she experienced a dramatic improvement in her quality of life and now shares how Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) helped her relieve pain and reclaim hope. Her experience sheds light on the realities of women's health, the barriers to proper diagnosis, and the financial strain of paying out of pocket for the care she needed.Throughout the episode, Brooke talks about the insensitive comments she has received, the misunderstanding surrounding infertility, and the unique pressure placed on TTC couples, especially when the military lifestyle makes timing unpredictable. She reflects on the impact infertility has had on her marriage, the strain of living in cycles of waiting, and the mix of relief and sadness she feels when her husband is away during fertile windows.One of the most inspiring parts of her story is the creation of Fertile Hope Photography—a project born from her desire to bring visibility and compassion to the infertility community. Brooke hopes to capture the honest, raw, and hopeful moments of every season of infertility, reminding others that there is beauty even in the hardest chapters. She explains why women may not want these moments photographed in the moment, yet often wish they had them later as part of their healing.Brooke offers heartfelt infertility support, sharing practical advice for coping with infertility, holding onto hope during long seasons of waiting, and advocating for yourself when answers feel out of reach. Her story is a powerful reminder that infertility is not just a medical condition—it's an emotional, relational, and mental health journey that requires compassion, resilience, and community.If you're looking for an infertility podcast episode that speaks to the truth of endometriosis, the reality of TTC, and the emotional layers of military infertility, Brooke's story offers comfort, validation, and the reminder that hope can grow in unexpected places.

Jeff and Stacie share what's been going on in their lives since their last episode. Then they launch into part one of a discussion of TTC 58 and it's relevance these days.  What if libertarians of various stripes banded together to resist authoritarianism and build networks to care for all members of community in need?Protect Your Noggin is a show about the pursuit of happiness amid the ruins of politics an religion.For show notes and more: https://www.protectyournoggin.orgFor other services provided by Stacie and Jeff: https://www.taosurfers.com For Stacie and Jeff's rendering of the Tao Te Ching, click here. 

  Join Dr. Carrie Bedient from the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center, and Dr. Abby Eblen from Nashville Fertility Center to learn what to do after a failed embryo transfer. We discuss 20 steps to take if your transfer was unsuccessful. A failed embryo transfer can be heartbreaking, but it's not the end of your journey. In this episode, the docs share the top 20 things to do—and not do—after a failed cycle. They discuss why it's important to give yourself grace, seek emotional support from close friends and family, and take a break if you need one. The doctors explain how a brief pause between cycles can help you reset physically and mentally, and why even a few months away from treatment often makes no real difference in the long run. You'll also hear about the value of getting a wellness checkup, optimizing your health before trying again, and consulting with your doctor about new options. After a failed transfer, you may now qualify for additional testing that wasn't previously recommended. The docs caution against reflexively transferring more than one normal embryo—since twins or triplets can pose serious risks to both mother and babies—and encourage exploring different protocols if you've used the same regimen multiple times. Finally, they cover when to consider a second opinion, the benefits of embryo genetic testing, and how to make the most of your insurance coverage. Most importantly, they remind listeners to be kind to themselves and take the time they need to heal before moving forward. This podcast was sponsored by US Fertility. 

Trying to conceive this holiday season? In this episode, I'm sharing five unexpected Christmas gifts that can support fertility, improve hormone balance, and make a big difference for women facing unexplained infertility. From ovulation support to stress reduction, these simple tools can help you naturally increase your chances of getting pregnant. Perfect for any couple wanting a healthier, more aligned TTC journey.   Join The Conception Connection  The Conception Connection    Shop my favorite fertility boosting supplements Rise + Source   Let's work together! The Fruitful Fertility Method   Take the Quiz What is your next best step to help you get pregnant?   Grab the Free Checklist: Fertility Checklist and Guide   Let's connect on Instagram: @fruitfulfertilityco