What Your Thyroid Might Say About Pregnancy

For some, the path to motherhood comes with unexpected thyroid challenges—and understanding those hidden imbalances can make all the difference. 

In this Save My Thyroid Health Audit, Jenny shares her journey with Hashimoto’s and secondary infertility, two challenges that often go hand in hand but are rarely talked about together. Despite being told her thyroid levels were “normal,” deeper testing revealed elevated antibodies and imbalances that standard panels missed. We walked through the key tests that matter (from T3 and T4) to functional medicine insights on gut health, stress, and hormone metabolism. We explore how addressing root causes, not just lab numbers—can open new possibilities for healing and conception. 

Tune in to learn how getting the right tests and asking the right questions can move you closer to healing.

Episode Timeline: 

0:00 - Episode Overview

1:45 - Podcast Intro

2:17 - Welcoming Jenny to the Podcast

3:10 - Jenny Navigates Secondary Infertility

3:24 - Initial OB Visit and TSH Concerns

4:04 - Referral to a Reproductive Endocrinologist

5:20 - Diagnosis: Hashimoto’s and Mild Hypothyroidism

6:08 - How Jenny Found Dr. Eric Osanski

7:09 - Challenges with Blood Work and Thyroid Testing

8:02 - The Importance of T3 and T4 in Thyroid Testing

9:17 - Understanding Antibodies and Their Role in Fertility

11:24 - Addressing T4 to T3 Conversion Issues

12:13 - The Role of the Liver and Gut in T4 to T3 Conversion

12:45 - Jenny’s Frustration with Rising TPO Antibodies

13:34 - The Challenge of Normalizing Antibodies

13:58 - The Importance of Diet, Lifestyle, and Identifying Triggers

14:22 - Have You Done Any Functional Medicine Testing?

15:12 - Jenny’s Experience and Interest in Functional Medicine Testing

16:14 - Balancing Blood Sugar and Addressing Gut and Liver Health

16:46 - Understanding Liver Function and Thyroid Medication

17:36 - Minimizing Exposure to Environmental Toxins

18:27 - Addressing Iron and Nutrient Deficiencies in Thyroid Health

19:02 - Exploring the Role of B12 in Thyroid Health

20:28 - Jenny’s Focus on Sleep and Stress Management

21:52 - Testing for Adrenal Health and Hormonal Imbalances

23:19 - The Importance of Functional Medicine Testing for Gut and Adrenal Health

24:10 - Next Steps: Diet, Stress Management, and Functional Medicine Testing

25:23 - Final Words of Support for Jenny’s Journey

26:34 - Final Thanks for Jenny’s Insights

26:52 - Podcast Outro

27:13 - Episode Takeaways and Conclusion

Mentioned in this Episode: 

Dr. Eric’ Books

• Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease 
• Amazon.com: The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet: Reverse Hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease and Save Your Thyroid Through Diet and Lifestyle Changes 
• Hashimoto's Triggers: Eliminate Your Thyroid Symptoms By Finding And Removing Your Specific Autoimmune Triggers

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