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Women have a limited number of eggs in their lifetime, with a significant decline in quantity and quality as they age. By age 35, chances of getting pregnant per month reduce to 10-15%, dropping further to 5% by age 40. Quality concerns arise due to genetic abnormalities in older eggs, leading to higher miscarriage rates.
Rates of infertility are increasing due to various factors such as irregular periods, autoimmune diseases, obesity, chronic stress, and environmental toxins. Behavioral choices like smoking cigarettes, marijuana, diet, and exposure to toxins impact fertility rates. Chronic stress and inflammation add to infertility concerns.
Empowering individuals with early education on reproductive health can alter the trajectory of fertility issues. Understanding the impact of lifestyle choices on fertility, such as avoiding toxic behaviors, reducing inflammation, and prioritizing sleep, can lead to informed decisions and healthier reproductive outcomes.
Making healthy lifestyle choices can positively impact ovarian reserve and fertility. Avoiding toxins, reducing inflammation, prioritizing sleep, and maintaining a balanced diet can preserve egg quality and quantity over time. Factors like stress, diet, and exposure to environmental toxins play a crucial role in determining fertility outcomes.
Whole fat dairy products like whole milk are associated with better fertility outcomes compared to skim dairy products. Skimmed milk, due to the fat removal process, may lack the beneficial fat content found in whole fat options. Therefore, consuming whole fat dairy in moderation is recommended.
Balancing meat consumption with plant-based meals, such as incorporating Meatless Mondays followed by daily meat servings, can help increase fruit and vegetable intake. Red meat consumption should be limited to maintain a healthy diet, along with reduced intake of processed foods, sugars, and refined carbs.
Exercise can have dual effects on fertility, with some individuals experiencing menstrual irregularities or cessation due to excessive exercise. Estrogen's role in communicating ovarian activity to the brain is vital, influencing the menstrual cycle and egg maturation. The discussion highlights the delicate hormonal balance impacted by exercise intensity.
Illustrating the menstrual cycle's ovarian dynamics, estrogen and progesterone play crucial roles in egg maturation, ovulation, and embryo implantation. The intricacies of follicle growth, hormone production, and fertilization are explained in detail, emphasizing the significance of hormonal communication between the ovaries and brain for successful conception.
The podcast episode highlights the cost variations of in vitro fertilization (IVF) between the UK and the US, with genetic testing and egg freezing costing about half as much. The discussion delves into the stigma surrounding IVF and freezing eggs, emphasizing the importance of normalizing these conversations. Additionally, the episode stresses the significance of being well-informed about fertility treatments, annual storage fees for frozen eggs, and the impact of delayed parenthood on family planning.
The podcast explores the process of in vitro fertilization (IVF) in detail, focusing on genetic testing of embryos for chromosome abnormalities to ensure a healthy pregnancy. It discusses the significance of transferring one genetically normal embryo at a time to improve implantation success rates and reduce pregnancy complications. Furthermore, the episode addresses common myths about conception through natural methods, debunking misconceptions about positions, urination after sex, and the impact of orgasm on fertility. Additionally, it provides insights into the considerations and challenges of using birth control pills and the importance of seeking timely fertility treatment and second opinions for individuals facing difficulties with conception.
Where have all the babies gone? Dr Natalie breaks down everything you need to know about fertility.
Dr Natalie Crawford is a double board-certified fertility doctor. She is also the co-founder of Fora Fertility clinic and Pinnacle Conference, a leadership conference for women in medicine.
In this conversation, Dr Natalie and Steven discuss topics such as, how plastic and pollution affect your fertility, the surprising condition that’s affecting 1 in 4 women, the best time to have sex for pregnancy, and the impact of phones and hot baths on sperm count.
00:00 Intro
02:05 You Need To Look After Your Fertility Even Before You Want Children
04:31 We're Struggling More Than Ever To Have Children
07:00 Are We Having Less Sex?
07:47 Sperm Count Is Declining At Scary Risk
10:38 I Had 4 Pregnancy Losses And It's Devastating
13:36 The Stigma Of Infertility
16:15 Infertility Is Not Just A Female Issue, Men Are Affected Too
18:49 Understanding The Basics Of Fertility
22:26 Environmental Factors Affecting Male And Female Fertility
26:32 Are Phones And Laptops Bad For Fertility?
29:40 Heat And Infertility
30:15 What Testosterone Replacement Therapy Does To Your Sperm
31:45 The Egg Vault
35:25 Egg Production And Anomalies
42:41 Regret, Hindsight Of Patients And What You Can Do
47:16 What Has Changed Since Our Parents
49:06 The Effects Of An Unhealthy Lifestyle
54:07 Sleep Is Crucial In Your Reproductive Hormone System
55:07 How Stress Impacts Fertility
57:14 The Best Diets For Good Fertility
59:11 How Dairy Impacts Your Fertility
01:01:05 You Need To Understand The Reproductive Cycle To Know How Exercise Impacts It
01:10:58 Menstrual Irregularities And What's Normal
01:16:57 How Long Does It Take To Get Pregnant?
01:17:50 When Trying To Have Children Sex Can Become A Chore
01:21:43 Purchasing Sperm From The Black Market
01:24:48 PCOS Explained
01:30:59 PCOS Diagnosis
01:33:50 Link Between PCOS & Endometrial Cancer
01:37:02 What Is Endometriosis & How Do You Know You Have It
01:43:55 What Happens When You Come Off The Pill And Want To Have Children
01:46:25 Advice For People With Endometriosis And PCOS, If They Want To Have Children
01:49:36 Getting Started With Freezing Eggs And Embryos And Success Rate
01:55:15 The Cost Of Fertility Procedures
01:56:40 IVF Stigma
01:58:42 Ads
01:59:32 When To Think About Fertility Treatment
02:01:54 Dummies Guide To IVF
02:06:38 Myths Of Conception
02:08:54 Best Sex Position To Get Pregnant
02:10:33 Is Birth Control Healthy?
02:13:36 What Can People Do If They Struggle With Infertility?
02:15:40 Last Guest Question
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