Get Pregnant Naturally

Brandy Buskow joins us today as we’re digging into why gluten matters if you are TTC. I get this question all the time, “Should I go gluten-free if I’m trying to conceive”. As you may know, I was diagnosed with premature ovarian insufficiency at 28 and had both my kids with donor eggs. Years later I discovered food sensitivities, gut infections, and chronic stress were the cause of my infertility. I had no idea that gluten was a problem for my health until years later. Looking back the symptoms were there – bloating, dark circles under my eyes (an indicator of food sensitivity), acne, dizziness, mood swings, keratosis pilaris (also known as chicken skin on the back of my arms – exfoliation didn’t help), and of course infertility. As you may know, we work with complex cases such as low AMH, high FSH, diminished ovarian reserve, and premature ovarian insufficiency/failure. We see a theme of non-celiac gluten sensitivity with food sensitivity tests coming back with gluten off the charts. I'm excited to welcome Brandy Buskow back to the podcast. Brandy is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. She is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Board Certified Functional Wellness Coach and Master EFT Practitioner. She loves supporting women so they can learn how functional medicine addresses the underlying cause of disease or illness. In this episode you'll learn: 1) Why it is important to go gluten-free when we are TTC. 2) Consuming gluten during pregnancy and the potential risks for the child. 3) Difference between celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity. 4) Connection between autoimmune diseases and gluten i.e. Hashimoto’s and Irritable Bowel Disease 5) Best test for gluten sensitivity 6) Supplements to help with gluten exposure – visit fabfertilestore.com - https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   Gluten and Intestinal Permeability - Study - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4377866/   Excited that our LIVE Fertility Diet Challenge is launching on April 19th. You'll receive newly designed chef-prepared recipes (perfect for spring and curated to optimize fertility). There will be daily motivation, guidance, and support from the Fab Fertile Team. Join the Fertility Diet Challenge here>>>>http://fertilitydietfreebie.com/ ---- TIMESTAMPS: 06:04- INTRO TO TODAY'S TOPIC & BRANDY BUSKOW’S BIO 7:05- WHY THIS TOPIC? SARAH’S HISTORY WITH GLUTEN 08:11- WHY IS IT IMPORTANT FOR A COUPLE TO GO GLUTEN FREE WHEN THEY ARE TRYING TO CONCEIVE? Understanding gluten’s role in leaky gut Really thinking through if we need wheat in our diet "Every time we eat wheat it causes a reaction.” Where does the statement come from that there is a reaction every time we eat gluten? 13:25- SHOULD WE HAVE GLUTEN IF WE ARE PREGNANT? Celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity Why the “gold standard” is to eliminate gluten for at least 30 days “Treat your body the best you can during pregnancy” Different testing for gluten sensitivity The power of the elimination diet     19:27- MORE ON TESTING AND WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR 20:40- AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE AND GLUTEN   “Allow your body to do its’ job” Testing for cross reactors (and what foods can cause this) 25:20- HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR THE GUT TO HEAL? WHAT ARE THE STRATEGIES? The factors that go into healing the gut “High stress can cause a leaky gut.” “It’s not impossible to make improvements.” Other things that can cause leaky gut. 29:05- SOME OF THE PLACES THAT GLUTEN CAN HIDE Sauces, supplements, medications, personal care products, etc Understanding that seeing “gluten-free” may not mean fully gluten-free. Resources and tips for looking at fillers and hidden ingredients “Wheat is like a glue.”     34:21- THE THYROID AND GLUTEN Why you may need to go gluten-free if you have issues with your thyroid 36:26- WHAT CAN WE DO TO MINIMIZE OUR EXPOSURE WHILE EATING OUT? Tips for communicating with the staff and finding places that are gluten-free 41:18- THEMES THAT WE SEE WITH OUR FERTILITY CLIENTS   “Is it worth it to you to take gluten out for 6 months so you can get pregnant and your body can be healthy?”   42:45-  DIGESTIVE ISSUES & THE LINK TO GLUTEN SENSITIVITY  44:58- FINAL THOUGHTS ON TODAY’S TOPIC  Encouragement for those who feel overwhelmed and making this a lifestyle   --- Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   What You Need To Know About The Elimination Diet if You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-elimination-diet-if-you-are-ttc/   How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/

Justine Altman joins us today as we’re digging into how to move from the Standard American/Western Diet to a healthy diet for your fertility. Let’s face it eating a diet that is right for our fertility is confusing. Whether it’s fertility superfoods, generalized recommendations about what to eat or avoid for optimized fertility…we may not know where to start. However, we all know that eating packaged processed foods is not healthy for anyone – especially if we are trying to conceive. Changing to a healthy preconception diet is not about deprivation or eating food that tastes like cardboard. It’s about finding the most nutrient-dense foods that actually taste good so that you can prepare for a successful pregnancy. And it’s not a “diet” – it’s a lifestyle change that literally is life-changing – our clients tell us so! You have your WHY, so let’s get started. I'm excited to welcome Justine Altman back to the podcast. Justine is part of my team here at Fab Fertile. She is an integral part of our Couples Coaching program - which uses functional lab testing, diet, and lifestyle changes to dramatically improve conception. If you are struggling with infertility...your body is desperately trying to tell you something...focusing on your health will either help you get pregnant naturally or if you do need to go to the fertility clinic it will improve your chances of success. Justine is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. She was diagnosed with POCS and struggled with infertility but after taking a functional approach was able to have both her children naturally. In this episode you'll learn: 1) How to make the change from the standard western diet to the healthy fertility diet/lifestyle 2) How to set your intention so you stay committed. These changes may be simple but they are not easy. 3) How to keep it simple without spending hours in the kitchen cooking. 4) What to look for on labels so you don’t eat the wrong foods. 5) What to do about emotional eating. How to deal with excuses or lack of motivation 6) Why it’s important to include your partner in the changes Excited that our LIVE Fertility Diet Challenge is launching on April 19th. You'll receive newly designed chef-prepared recipes (perfect for spring and curated to optimize fertility). There will be daily motivation, guidance, and support from the Fab Fertile Team. Join the Fertility Diet Challenge here>>>>http://fertilitydietfreebie.com/   TIMESTAMPS: 06:45- INTRO TO TODAY'S TOPIC AND JUSTINE'S BIO 07:48- SARAH'S & JUSTINE’S EATING HISTORY AND BACKGROUND WITH FOOD 12:27- WHERE IS THE BEST PLACE TO START WHEN SHIFTING TO A HEALTHY DIET? Paying attention to what works for you but understanding commitment "We have a decision to make every time we put food into our mouths." The most important thing is to eliminate foods that cause inflammation The mindset shift that this is not "a diet" and you are not depriving yourself "The food choices become a gateway to a healthier lifestyle." How eating healthier actually simplify your life (including shopping!) Identifying your "why" (It may be infertility but it will also improve your general health and how you feel) 21:04- DOES IT HURT BINGING JUNK FOOD THE DAY BEFORE YOUR HEALTH JOURNEY BEGINS? "The best thing you can ever do is just start now." "Every forkful you put in your mouth either makes you healthier or sicker." 23:18- KEEPING IT SIMPLE It's a lifestyle change, start where you are What if you don't like certain fruits or vegetables? "It's about baby upgrades." Emotional responses to food and how your palate can change 25:45- WHEN READING LABELS WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK FOR? Being intentional where you go in the grocery store "Be your own detective with the labels." Understanding where Gluten can hide in certain foods 29:43-SETTING YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS BY HAVING HEALTHY FOOD AVAILABLE Packing healthy snacks in your purse, cleaning out your pantry Habit changes- and understanding how long they actually take to form 34:17- EMOTIONAL EATING: WHAT CAN WE DO? Understanding your body's cues and what it really wants Other rewards can you give yourself Tips from Sarah about portion sizes 36:29- DRINKING MORE WATER Sometimes we mistake thirst for hunger 37:19-THE IMPORTANCE OF DOING THIS WITH YOUR PARTNER Who is cooking? Are you having to cook separate meals? The importance of your partner "getting it" and being on board 39:03- FINAL THOUGHTS "Just do it as soon as you can." 39:22- DETAILS ABOUT OUR FREE FERTILITY DIET CHALLENGE   --- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   Related Episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/ How Not To Waste Time When You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/ What You Need To Know About The Elimination Diet if You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-elimination-diet-if-you-are-ttc/

Dr. Amy Day joins us today as we're digging into how to get pregnant naturally with endometriosis. Endometriosis affects approximately 175 million women in the world and 1 in 10 women in their reproductive years. It can take anywhere from 6-10 years to get an endometriosis diagnosis – so many women struggle and are simply told, “that it’s just a bad period”. March is endometriosis awareness month. As you may know, we specialize in complex cases such as low AMH, high FSH, premature ovarian insufficiency, and diminished ovarian reserve. Many women with endometriosis have low AMH and they are told that IVF is their only option. This conventional medicine approach leaves couples that are trying to conceive frustrated and unsure of their next steps – especially if they have experienced IUI/IVF failures. What we know from working with clients with endometriosis is that healing opportunities are regularly missed…it’s not about focusing on the endo diagnosis it’s looking at the WHOLE body. What if there was a proven method to reduce endometriosis symptoms and get pregnant naturally? I’m excited to welcome Dr. Amy Day to the podcast. Dr. Day is a hormone expert, an author, and a speaker. She has been at the forefront of the natural women’s health movement since 2004 after receiving the 4th ND license in the state of California. In this episode you'll learn: 1) The conventional approach to endo versus the functional approach.. (i.e. surgery, birth control, and more). 2) The biggest mistakes around diet and endo 3) Why regulating blood sugar can be helpful for endo symptoms 4) How to minimize environmental toxin exposure and why this matters if you have endo. 5) Is endo always estrogen dominance?   Take the free quiz - Why Am I Always Tired - https://replenishyourenergy.com/quiz   TIMESTAMPS: 05:02- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND DR. AMY DAY'S BIO 05:57- DR’S AMY’S PERSONAL STORY 07:32- LOOKING AT THE CONVENTIONAL APPROACH TO ENDO Conventional: looking at medication and surgeries Endo is a complex problem in the body 10:21- DR. AMY’S THOUGHTS ON BIRTH CONTROL When you approach endo as a hormonal disease 11:53- THE FIVE KEYS (LOOKING AT A FUNCTIONAL APPROACH TO ENDO) Hormones, Immune System, Digestive Health, Environment, Stress 14:30- WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU ARE RECOMMENDED SURGERY Why we should not see endo as lesions that grow in the pelvis Even if you have endo- can it reappear? Recommendations for surgeries (Nancy's Nook on Facebook) 20:16- ADDRESSING ENDO WITH DIET Elimination diet and looking at digestive health Why we need to understand how the endo cells grow (and what we can do) One food she would highly recommend that we test-taking out of our diet Blood sugar and insulin’s role in addressing endo Her take on vegan and vegetarian diets 26:54- ENVIRONMENTAL TOXIN’S EFFECT ON ENDO “Having an awareness about the things in and around your body and in your home is really important” Our responsibility with exposure and also DETOXING 31:41- SLEEP’S EFFECT ON ENDO “When you are sleeping is when your body heals.” Being OKAY with sleeping more (it is productive) “Sleeping is not lazy- you need it.” The connection between exhaustion and endo Going to sleep earlier and creating a solid bedtime routine 37:02- STRESS’ IMPACT ON ENDO AND OUR HORMONES Stress can be good, it's not the enemy. It’s about stress management The different types of stress- awareness is key 40:12- ENDO AND ESTROGEN DOMINANCE Estrogen's role and her thoughts on balancing hormones 42:39- SUPPORT FOR PAIN MANAGEMENT Recommendations on using Castor Oil packs  “Work in partnership with your body to create healing.” Topical oils and CBT   47:35- DR. DAY’S FAVORITE RESOURCES 51:07- DR. DAY’S FAVORITE SUCCESS STORY & FREE QUIZ “Endometriosis can shrink and go away and it is possible to have pain-free periods.” Her recommendations on ultrasounds and how often you should consider having one Other strategies for healing (GI Healing) Free quiz from Dr. Amy “Stress is a huge factor.” 59:09- FINAL THOUGHTS FROM DR. AMY “Keep looking for answers.” “Tune in to your body and what feels right for you.”   ---- Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/ How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/ How to Optimize Biochemical Stress To Optimize Pregnancy Success - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-address-biochemical-stress-to-optimize-pregnancy-success/

Michele Paradise joins us today as we're digging into havening and how this technique can help us on the fertility journey. As you may know, our goal is to help reduce the physical and mental/emotional stressors on the body so that you can achieve pregnancy success. And while meditation, yoga, or breathwork may work for some of us what if you haven’t found a modality that actually helps you to de-stress and reduce anxiety? Have you heard of havening? I first heard of the technique about 6 months ago. I then started to see it everywhere. Celebrities such as Justin and Hailey Bieber, the Kardashians, and more were using havening to reduce anxiety and overwhelm. So how can havening help us on the fertility journey? I’m excited to welcome Michele Paradise. Michele is an expert in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Havening Technique. In 2015 Deepak Chopra invited her to become his personal development coach on his digital wellness platform Jiyo, where she has her own channel The Healing Haven, and has over 30 videos demonstrating Havening for all levels of trauma and anxiety. In this episode you'll learn: 1) What is havening and how can it helps us on the fertility journey 2) How does the technique help with stress, anxiety, and PTSD 3) What is affirmational havening and how can we use this to visualize a positive pregnancy? 4) Plus you’ll experience a havening demonstration that you follow along with so that you can experience a calming state of mind.   Check out Michele Paradise's Youtube channel for havening video's- https://www.youtube.com/user/michpara/videos?view=0&sort=p&flow=grid --- TIMESTAMPS: 06:20- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND MICHELLE PARADISE’S BIO  07:42- WHAT FIRST DREW MICHELLE TO THE PRACTICE OF HAVENING? Brief history of Havening and the process of training as a practitioner 10:37- HOW CAN HAVENING HELP IN DIFFICULT TIMES? What are the biggest struggles of someone going through the infertility journey? Realizing the trauma of the infertility journey “Stress plays a major part in conception.” How trauma is stored in our body (that we are unaware of) 14:55- WHAT EXACTLY IS HAVENING? What happens in our body during the “havening touch” Why havening is “content-free” and we don’t need to know the details of it Delta waves and where in the body it is released “Self-havening” and “Event havening” 23:42- DO WE NEED TO HAVE A PRACTITIONER WITH US TO HAVEN? 25:02- THE RESEARCH AND EFFICACY OF HAVENING 25:52- ARE THERE RISKS OF NOT WORKING WITH A PRACTITIONER? 27:00- THE PHILOSOPHY OF HAVENING The difference between Havening and other therapies The importance of connecting the mind and body “In my experience, the only way to get a result is to connect the mind and body to release stress, anxiety, and trauma.” 28:26- DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TFT AND HAVENING 30:33- HOW IT HELPS WITH STRESS AND ANXIETY Quick tips you can use if you are feeling unsafe Small ways to incorporate havening in your day Affirmational havening “Where focus goes energy flows.” How havening is a “pattern interrupt” 34:40- WHEN WOULD WE USE EVENT HAVENING? Addressing unhealthy beliefs and rewiring your thoughts through havening 39:00- TRAUMATIC BIRTHS AND PREGNANCY Going back to birth and doing “outcome havening” How your traumatic birth could affect fertility 42:30- HAVENING DEMO  50:50- MICHELLE’S PERSONAL SUCCESS STORY 54:17- HOW MANY SESSIONS SHOULD WE HAVE? Getting to the root of what is really wrong “You can do no harm with havening.”\ Havening the inner child 59:30- WHERE WE CAN CONNECT WITH MICHELLE 1:01:38- FINAL THOUGHTS ON HAVENING Couple havening Parenting havening Getting permission before you haven   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Address Biochemical Stress To Optimize Pregnancy Success:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-address-biochemical-stress-to-optimize-pregnancy-success/   How To Address Chronic Stress So That You Can Get Pregnant Naturally - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-address-chronic-stress-so-that-you-can-get-pregnant-naturally/

Jodie Cohen joins us today as we're digging into how to utilize essential oils on the fertility journey. Our goal at Fab Fertile HQ’s is to reduce inflammation and stressors on the body, in order to optimize preconception health and pregnancy success. As you may know, we work with complex cases such as low AMH, high FSH, premature ovarian failure/insufficiency, and/or diminished ovarian reserve. Our proven Fab Fertile Method addresses food sensitivities, gut infections, thyroid dysregulation, blood sugar imbalance, interrupted sleep, mental/emotional stress, and more so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. And while we may know that worrying, feeling impatient, frustrated, or stuck in comparison does not serve us – it’s easier said than done to simply turn off our stressors. You’ve probably tried a lot of things to reduce your mental-emotional stress, however, usually, it’s a number of small changes that help shift the needle so that the body can know it’s safe for a successful pregnancy. I’m excited to welcome Jodie Cohen to the podcast. Jodi is a bestselling author, award-winning journalist, functional practitioner, and founder of Vibrant Blue Oils, where she has combined her training in nutritional therapy and aromatherapy to create unique proprietary blends of organic and wild-crafted essential oils. She has helped over 50,000 clients heal from brain-related challenges, including anxiety, insomnia, and autoimmunity.   In this episode you'll learn: 1) How essential oils activate the parasympathetic nervous system. 2) What is the vagus nerve and why it is so important to activate it so that we can reduce stress. 3) How to optimize sleep; address insomnia with simple steps you can implement today. 4) How essential oils help with anxiety, depression, and mood imbalance so that we can increase our resilience. 5) We discuss top essential oil blends and what to look for in an essential oil.   Vibrant Blue Oil (they have a parasympathetic oil) - you can place this on the vagus nerve (behind the ear lobe on the mastoid bone) - this helps to keep calm - https://dv216.isrefer.com/go/para/Fabfertile/ (this is an affiliate link).   Download FREE Bonus Chapter - Essential Oils To Boost The Brain and Heal The Body - https://boostthebrainbook.com/gift/   Our favorite castor oil pack - easy to use and no mess (affiliate link): https://shopdrmarisol.com/?rfsn=5280787.f38ca6   TIMESTAMPS: 05:07- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND JODIE COHEN’S BIO 06:19- JODIE’S PERSONAL STORY “Our darkest hours are where our best ideas come from.” 12:45- REDUCING INFLAMMATION WITH OILS “You cannot make the stress go away but you can shift your internal gears.” The impact of stress on your body and your fertility Using essential oils in a specific way to impact your parasympathetic nervous system 19:53- USING ESSENTIAL OILS TO HELP WITH ANXIETY AND INSOMNIA Natural ways to trigger Melatonin 23:21- MOOD ISSUES AND ESSENTIAL OILS The different regions of the brain and how we can use oils to balance them 25:47- INFLAMMATION AND ESSENTIAL OILS Blends for the parasympathetic nervous system What “diluting” oils actually does How to apply these oils 27:53- WHAT ABOUT DEPRESSION? Oil and blend recommendations and how to apply Parts of the brain that are affected by mood issues 30:33- AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES AND OILS “It boils down to inflammation.” The importance of “fluid movement” Oils that help with the Lymphatic system  34:39- OILS FOR BALANCING HORMONES Castor oil packs, the liver, and gallbladder Car sickness and morning sickness (and what that means) Recommendations for castor oil packs Oils blends to complement castor oil blends 37:34- JODIE’S TOP BLENDS FOR FERTILITY 38:46- HOW DO WE INCORPORATE ALL OF THESE BLENDS? Topical vs. Diffusing 40:52- WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN OILS 42:10- JODIE’S FAVORITE RESOURCES 43:16- SUCCESS STORY 44:30- JODIE’S FINAL THOUGHTS   ---- Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6   --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Address Biochemical Stress To Optimize Pregnancy Success:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-address-biochemical-stress-to-optimize-pregnancy-success/   How To Address Chronic Stress So That You Can Get Pregnant Naturally - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-address-chronic-stress-so-that-you-can-get-pregnant-naturally/

Afton Vechery joins us today as we’re digging taking a proactive approach to your fertility early in the journey. In my teens, my periods were so heavy and I would bleed through the pads (it was especially mortifying during high school as I was always worried people could see the huge pad or that I was leaking!). And then in my early 20’s, my periods disappeared altogether and I was placed on hormonal birth control and then diagnosed with premature ovarian insufficiency/failure at 28. My body was desperately trying to tell me something and the first line of defense was not to discover WHY my periods were heavy and then disappearing – but to give me the pill. The reason I share my story is so that other women do not have to struggle like I did – thinking that the only option is IVF and/or donor eggs. If we intervene early and take a proactive approach with our fertility we can reverse the symptoms and get pregnant naturally. I’ve seen it over and over again. The body wants to heal. I’m excited to welcome Afton Vechery to the podcast. Her company, Modern Fertility, offers an at-home hormone test—the same one given in fertility clinics, but for a fraction of the price so that we can proactively take charge of our own health and fertility. In this episode you'll learn: 1) How the conversation around women’s health is changing and why fertility such a hot topic (especially for young women). 2) The conventional parameters around fertility testing and why this approach is outdated (i.e. TTC are told to wait 1 year or 6 months over 35). How to be your own advocate. 3) Which questions we should be asking our OB/Gyn so that we don’t waste time. --- TIMESTAMPS: 05:58- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND AFTON'S BIO 07:03- AFTON’S PERSONAL STORY 10:00- THE TRENDS WITH WOMEN’S HORMONES AND FERTILITY  "We know our bodies best.” The importance of understanding your body and having your information accessible 11:57- THE EDUCATION SYSTEM AND NORMALIZING WOMEN’S HEALTH   “As women, we owe it to ourselves to make these conversations normal” Taking fertility and bringing it into mainstream wellness The cultural transition we are in and why it’s important   14:00- ISSUES WITH YOUR PERIOD AND THE PILL The importance of being educated on the side of effects of your medication “Irregular periods are not normal.” The impact of the pill on hormones and irregular periods  Why it is so important to know what is going on with your body and how it uncovers healing opportunities 18:33-  RESEARCH ON THE MODERN STATE OF FERTILITY The links between fertility, finances, and the impact of covid 20:46 PREMATURE OVARIAN DEFICIENCY  Statistics and the lack of information The impact that an early diagnosis provides “It doesn’t have to be your destiny to have donor eggs.” 23:31- HOW DO WE TAKE A PROACTIVE APPROACH WITH OUR REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH? Understanding your productive health as a part of your core health 25:08- WHAT TESTING AFTON’S COMPANY PROVIDES The gap they found in the market within testing and how they are filling it 29:06- RECOMMENDED RESOURCES 30:17- SUCCESS STORY 31:25- WHERE YOU CAN CONNECT WITH AFTON   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Top Questions To Ask Before You Hire A Local Functional Practitioner - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/top-questions-to-ask-before-you-hire-a-local-functional-practitioner/   How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/

Welcome to day#3 of our Mini-Series on the impact of stress on fertility. If someone told me that my premature ovarian failure/insufficiency diagnosis was related to food sensitivities, gut infections, thyroid imbalance, blood sugar imbalance, and chronic stress…I probably would have been shocked. When I was diagnosed with POF/POI almost 20 years ago – no one was talking about this. My only hope for children was donor eggs. The doctors told me so. And unfortunately, this is still the same standard advice 20 years later. That is why I have devoted my time to work with complex cases such as low AMH, high FSH, POI/POF, and DOR. Because although you may have been told that donor eggs are your only option unless the biochemical stressors are addressed – major healing opportunities are routinely are missed. There is a reason WHY it’s not working and when we address the root cause we can get pregnant naturally. In this episode you’ll learn: 1) How biochemical stressors impact our fertility and how to address the imbalances so that we can get pregnant naturally 2) Why focusing on your diagnosis can set you back and how to fast track your success 3) Which diet and lifestyle factors can help improve your chances of pregnancy success ---- TIMESTAMPS: 05:08- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND JUSTINE'S BIO 06:17- FOOD SENSITIVITIES AND GUT INFECTIONS Food sensitivities and figuring out which foods are causing you issues Sometimes it is not obvious that we have the sensitivity and that is why testing is so important Gut infections and the root cause 10:52- BLOOD SUGAR IMBALANCE 12:03- THYROID IMBALANCE & LINK TO STRESS 13:18- ENVIRONMENTAL STRESSORS Looking at the food we are eating and the water we are drinking Sperm health and environmental stressors Fertility has dropped more than 50% over the last 40 years, why? 15:41- HORMONAL IMBALANCE Cortisol, stress, and the body’s depletion of resources “Ultimately we want to get to the root cause.” 17:24- LEAKY GUT, WHAT CAUSES IT? 18:57- IMMUNE SYSTEM “It all comes back to the gut.” 20:49- THE IMPACT OF STRESS “Stress is the name of the game.” “Every time you do something that is stressful to the body it is causing some level of inflammation.” 21:31- REDUCING INFLAMMATION AND DIET CHANGES 22:36- LOOKING AT YOUR LIFESTYLE AND SUPPLEMENTS What we are looking for in a supplement 23:58- FINAL THOUGHTS FROM JUSTINE 24:45 WHAT THE FABFERTILE METHOD INCLUDES ----   Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. ---   Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/     Top Questions To Ask Before You Hire A Local Functional Practitioner - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/top-questions-to-ask-before-you-hire-a-local-functional-practitioner/   How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/

Welcome to day#2 of our Mini-Series on the impact of stress on fertility. I know when I was on the fertility journey I wouldn’t have said I was stressed. I now know that I experienced chronic stress for years. I always felt tense and anxious (I had TMJ and at one point couldn’t even open my mouth to eat). I was very controlling and felt the need to plan everything. I was super impatient and put a lot of pressure on myself to keep going (I didn’t even take time to grieve when I received my POF diagnosis) I kept focused on my plan to get pregnant. I didn’t tune into what my body was desperately trying to tell me. I felt stuck in my job because what I really wanted was to get pregnant and stay home with my baby…and nothing seemed to be working. I felt frustrated and powerless. I was so guarded. Because I felt if I was vulnerable I wouldn’t be able to cope with the anger and sadness. This is all hindsight of course. It is hard to see your own issues when you are stuck in the middle of a struggle. It’s taken years of work and self-discovery to ultimately be less hard on myself and give myself some grace. When we cultivate self-awareness we can let our walls down and the healing can begin. Chronic stress can wreak havoc on our health and reproductive system. It can seem overwhelming but with targeted steps, we can address chronic stress so that you can prepare for a successful pregnancy. What you will learn: 1) How chronic stress impacts all systems of the body including reproductive health (and what you can do to minimize your risk) 2) Why addressing situational stress with infertility and also how to address mood imbalances that you have experienced for years (ie. ADHD, brain fog, anxiety, depression) and why this matters for fertility 3) How to address chronic stress with simple techniques you can implement today so that ---- TIMESTAMPS: 05:10- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND JUSTINE'S BIO 06:32- SARAH & JUSTINE’S PERSONAL STORIES OF DISCOVERING THE IMPACT OF STRESS Getting stuck on the diagnosis and not addressing what is really going on “Everything is connected.” 10:43- WHAT HAPPENS WHEN OUR BODY EXPERIENCES STRESS? Cortisol’s role in stress and what is happening to our body physically “The real solution is that we have to stop the flow of stress.” 14:48- DIFFERENT FORMS OF STRESS Although there are different reasons for stress it has similar effects The functional medicine matrix and how stress affects this “Every bit of stress leads to every other bit of stress.” How our body adapts to the environment we are in (and how that affects your fertility) 19:32- STRESSORS CAN BE REAL OR PERCEIVED “The body she is whispering to you every day.” We are always getting clues and we have to listen 21:15- VARIOUS WAYS TO ADDRESS STRESS Therapy, movement, tapping, breathing, sleep, etc. You don’t have to do everything- there is a method to the madness 24:49- WHAT THE FABFERTILE METHOD INCLUDES ----   Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Top Questions To Ask Before You Hire A Local Functional Practitioner - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/top-questions-to-ask-before-you-hire-a-local-functional-practitioner/   How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/

Welcome to day#1 of our Mini-Series on the impact of stress on fertility. Over the next 3 days, I’ll be giving you actionable steps that you can implement right now to reduce the top stressors so that you can optimize your body for pregnancy success. We all know that mental-emotional stress can impact our health, but what impact does it have on our fertility? I’m sure someone has probably told you ”just relax… you’ll get pregnant”. And while this advice may be well-meaning – it is completely unhelpful and places blame on you. Because after all if you could relax and get pregnant you would have done it already! It may seem unfair that other people don’t have to change their diet, down a million supplements, and never meditate and get pregnant with ease…while you’re stuck doing “all things” and it's not working. And this could keep you stuck in comparison. I know we’ve all been there and it can be a slippery slope that is disempowering and can lead to hopelessness. I wanted to give you some steps to help so that you can address mental-emotional stress and prepare your body to get pregnant naturally. In this episode you’ll learn: 1) Does stress actually cause infertility - we break down the common myths 2) Why telling someone to relax or blaming yourself for stress is not helpful 3) How to address mental-emotional stress so that you can have pregnancy success ---- TIMESTAMPS: 05:13- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND JUSTINE'S BIO 06:20- QUESTIONING THE IMPACT Of STRESS ON FERTILITY Reducing stress but also reducing the BLAME “Stress manifests itself differently in every person.” “Stress has the ability to affect fertility.” Secondary infertility, autoimmune disease, and loss of resources on the body 13:55- IS THERE RESEARCH ADDRESSING STRESS AND FERTILITY? “When we address stress, then pregnancy rates increase.” The trauma of infertility and stress from the diagnosis 17:26- THEMES WE SEE IN STRESS Overworking and learning to take care of yourself Addressing stress in “every direction.” Stress in your job and making adjustments Being ‘Type A’ and dealing with impatience The business of infertility and the pressure to make something happen now “We need to teach our body that it is safe.” The stress of comparison 23:54- HOW TO REDUCE STRESS The “menu” of reducing stress and finding what is right for you. 26:11- FINAL THOUGHTS FROM JUSTINE Everything is affecting everything else 27:13- WHAT THE FABFERTILE METHOD INCLUDES   ---- Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:   Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   Top Questions To Ask Before You Hire A Local Functional Practitioner - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/top-questions-to-ask-before-you-hire-a-local-functional-practitioner/   How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/

Today we’re digging into the top questions to ask before you hire a local practitioner. If you are anything like me when I found functional medicine, I couldn’t believe that no one had told me about it. I was so excited that I literally wanted to tell everyone…but I first started working on myself and then I created a ripple effect of optimal health through my immediate family, friends, and ultimately the fertility community. If you are following me, reading my emails, listening to my podcast you know how life-changing the functional approach can be for someone who is on the fertility journey. And you may be ready to start on your functional health journey to discover the missed healing opportunities so that you can get pregnant naturally. You may be thinking that a local functional practitioner could be a good fit for you. Before you sign up with a local practitioner I want to give you some questions to consider to ensure the practitioner has what you need to fast track your chances of pregnancy success so that you don’t waste time and money. Because we’ve seen many couples invest in a local practitioner and not get the results they were promised. This episode is for you: You love the functional approach and are ready to get started You don't know which questions to ask your local practitioner to see if they will be a good fit In this episode you'll learn: 1) Our top questions to ask your local practitioner before you commit to a program. 2) The biggest mistakes we see when working with a local practitioner and how to avoid wasting time and money. 3) How to fast-track your success so that you can either get pregnant naturally or increase your chances of success at the fertility clinic with your own eggs/sperm.   -- TIMESTAMPS: 05:58- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE  08:04- OUTDATED TESTING The testing we are using (and why) Why using the wrong tests could miss valuable healing opportunities Food sensitivity, hormone, stool, hair, tissue, and mineral testing Even if it’s the right test- are they experienced interpreting results?  “Test don’t guess.” 13:03- DO THEY OFFER COACHING SUPPORT? “Testing is only the beginning.” “Some of these changes are simple but they are not easy.” Depending on their bandwidth the practitioner may not be available to coach you The importance of having your partner making the changes WITH you (and how a coach can help you do this to fast track your progress 16:19- DOES THE PRACTITIONER HAVE AN OPEN DOOR POLICY? What happens if you have questions? How long does it take for them to answer? The unique approach we take to make sure your questions are answered 18:28- IS THE PRACTITIONER A FERTILITY EXPERT? The difference between a general practitioner and a fertility expert. WHY this is the most important question to ask “We believe it is a mind, body, spirit approach.” Working with someone who can not only help you with testing but also understands the trauma of infertility and the importance of the spiritual/emotional side 22:26- SUMMARY AND HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU Is there a “fast” method? The tough cases we specialize in   -- Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://intakeq.com/booking/cZ7XW6 ---   Sponsored by: BLUBlox (Sleep+ is the world’s most advanced blue and green light blocking glasses addressing the exact frequencies of light required after dark to optimally produce melatonin for restorative sleep and health) Visit BLUBlox website at: http://bit.ly/BLUBlox Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabfertile/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/   ---   HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You’ll really love Sarah’s resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/     Other ways to support:   Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-pregnant-naturally/id1329414094   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36NoCIuODqlo3bQcVDOO02   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-clark/get-pregnant-naturally   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC97zsClWDEbgmECB6uLUuiA   Player FM: https://player.fm/series/get-pregnant-naturally   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-pregnant-naturally-sarah-clark-82DYJtZnFAa/   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/usiv9-629c6/Get-Pregnant-Naturally-Podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-get-pregnant-naturally-30947830/   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!  Together we are strong.      Related episodes:     Functional Medicine 101 - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   What You Need To Know Before You Decide on IVF - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-before-you-decide-on-ivf/   How Not To Waste Time When You Are TTC:  https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/