Get Pregnant Naturally

Elyse Ash joins us today as we’re digging why support is so important during the fertility journey. When I was on my fertility journey – I thought I could do it all by myself. Because I was a strong woman, right? I didn’t need anyone else. I wasn’t crying everyday. So therefore I was fine? But I wasn’t. I was busy thinking about what I would do if it didn’t work. I was worried that I would bother someone with my sad news. I was so guarded, that I didn’t allow myself to feel all the feelings, because I thought if I was vulnerable I would crumble into a big heap and never get up again. No one really understood what I was going through. It wasn’t their fault; they just didn’t get it. And while I watched my friends get pregnant so easily, I pretended I was just fine. What I know for sure… is that support would have helped me cope in a much more positive way. We don’t need to go through this journey alone. It is not a sign of weakness to ask for support. It is brave. Today I’m welcoming Elyse Ash from Fruitful Fertility. She is the founder of Fruitful Fertility a mentorship community for women going through the fertility journey. On this episode you’ll learn: 1) Why is connection so important during infertility (especially during COVID). 2) What type of support may be more harmful than helpful (ie family, friends, social media) 3) What if we feel resistance to support (why this is a sign to dig deeper) 4) Why it is important to get support from someone on the other side of the struggle. Learn more about Fruitful Fertility here: www.fruitfulfertility.org Receive a special 20% discount when you use coupon code fabfertile. ---   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://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Know For Sure Which Diet Is Right For Your Fertility - https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-for-sure-which-diet-is-right-for-your-fertility/   What You Need To Know About The DUTCH Test and Fertility - https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-dutch-test-and-fertility/

Sarah Clark and Brandy Buskow are digging into why an elimination diet is essential when trying to conceive. The first place we start with the couples in our Fab Fertile Couples Coaching Program is the elimination diet. It is the gold standard to figure out if you have a food sensitivity. We have BOTH partners do the elimination diet (it is not just about you changing your diet). It takes two to have a baby! And while the majority of couples that I speak with tell me they are eating a “clean” diet, most have not done the elimination diet. A food sensitivity is a stressor on the body and must be addressed (we see so many people get this wrong). If your body is mounting an immune response to your favourite foods, this causes inflammation. When your body is under attack from seemingly healthy foods (or even not so healthy foods) it wants to survive not procreate. Figuring out the diet that is RIGHT for you is essential when you are trying to conceive. This episode is for you: If you have tried making changes to your diet but didn’t notice any improvement - so you gave up. You’re already dairy and gluten free and so is your partner - but you are still not pregnant. You have made all the changes to your diet but your partner is still eating his regular diet. In this episode you’ll learn: 1) Is your infertility a symptom of something else going on in your body (Hint – digestive issues, skin problems, mood problems, joint issues and autoimmunity are ALL clues). 2) What is a leaky gut and why this matters if you are TTC. 3) Which foods to avoid during the elimination. How to reintroduce the foods (this part is crucial) 4) Which foods will you eat (it is NOT about starving or drinking green juice). 5) How to commit and actually start the elimination diet. Gluten light/dairy light do NOT work. 6) Supplement recommendations and lifestyle strategies to support you during elimination diet.   Step by step guide to the elimination diet to optimize your fertility. Check out the Fertility Preparation Program - 10 Day Elimination Diet (includes chef prepared receipes/meal plan/grocery shopping list) - https://fabfertile.com/product/fertility-preparation-program/   ---   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://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How To Know For Sure Which Diet Is Right For Your Fertility - https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-know-for-sure-which-diet-is-right-for-your-fertility/   What You Need To Know About The DUTCH Test and Fertility - https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-dutch-test-and-fertility/      

You’ve read It Starts With The Egg—the go-to guide for egg quality and fertility. You’ve swapped your plastics, cleaned up your diet, added supplements…and yet you’re still not pregnant. So what now? In this episode, we’re digging into what to do AFTER you’ve read It Starts With The Egg—especially if you’re struggling with: Low AMH High FSH Diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) Recurrent miscarriage Poor egg quality Failed IVF or IUI cycles I’m joined by Brandy Buskow, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and a key member of the Fab Fertile team. We specialize in helping couples using a personalized, functional medicine approach to dramatically improve pregnancy success, naturally or with IVF/FET. On This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✅ Why personalized testing is key (and what may still be missed in your protocol) ✅ The problem with taking DHEA or melatonin without proper assessment ✅ Why your Vitamin D or TSH levels may look “normal” but still impact fertility ✅ What most people miss when ditching environmental toxins (including EMFs) ✅ How male factor fertility, like DNA fragmentation—is often overlooked ✅ The surprising link between gut health and egg quality (even if digestion seems “fine”) You’ll also learn: What to do if your partner hasn’t made any changes Where to start if you were overwhelmed by the book How to go beyond generic protocols and focus on what your body truly needs Next Steps: If you’ve read the book, made the changes, and it still hasn’t worked, let’s take a personalized approach. Book your free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call for you and your partner: https://secure.gethealthie.com/appointments/embed_appt?dietitian_id=848731&require_offering=true&offering_id=57224&hide_package_images=false&primary_color=d4bbad  On this episode you’ll learn: 1) Your Vitamin D levels are low. We know that low levels of Vitamin D can increase risk of miscarriage and fertility. But WHY are your levels low in the first place? We talk about factors the influence your Vitamin D (i.e. infections, autoimmunity etc.). What supplement you should be taking (this is regularly missed).  2) Your TSH is normal (or is it?). We see this ALL the time. Thyroid problems are common with premature ovarian failure/insufficiency, unexplained infertility and ovulatory disorders. Plus, subclinical hypothyroidism increased to 15% with ovulatory infertility and 40% in women with premature ovarian insufficiency/failure. Why looking at your TSH is not enough. 3) Food sensitivity – you’ve eliminated gluten and dairy (okay you still have the odd cheat day). Why digging into diet is KEY for your fertility. What can you do if you’ve tested negative for celiac (we talk about the frequency of false negatives). And discuss non-celiac gluten sensitivity and what we are seeing with our clients. 4) Environmental Toxins – you’ve tossed out the plastics, eliminated your EMF exposure (or have you – we regularly see people getting this wrong), you’ve changed all your personal care (but have you checked for common allergens), and you switched to non-toxic cleaning products. Right? What you could be missing. 5) You’re supplementing with melatonin. We see this all the time. It is recommended to supplement if you are going through IVF, but it may impair your ability to produce melatonin. But why is your melatonin low in the first place? Did you have it tested? Higher melatonin is found with those with high AMH counts and higher follicle counts. Do you know how to improve your melatonin? 6) You’re taking DHEA. It is the go to recommendation for those with diminished ovarian reserve (low AMH) and are preparing for IVF. Plus it helps to decrease miscarriage. But have your levels been tested? Why a blood test does NOT tell us the whole picture. Do you know WHY your levels are low in the first place? It is not about taking a reductionist viewpoint of your fertility. It’s about looking about at the WHOLE body. 7) We discuss the recommended supplements (ie prenatal, B12, CoQ10, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Alpha Lipoic, Myo-inositol, L- Carnitine and men’s supplement recommendations)   Although there is a lot of good research in the book, remember these are generalized guidelines. It takes a reductionist viewpoint of fertility. We look at the whole body. Not focusing on symptoms. Next steps: If you’ve read the book - made the changes and it hasn’t worked - book your free call to take a targeted/customized approach to your fertility - which includes your partner. Book a call (this call is for you AND your partner)   ---   Book your Free Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery Call here: https://secure.gethealthie.com/appointments/embed_appt?dietitian_id=848731&require_offering=true&offering_id=57224&hide_package_images=false&primary_color=d4bbad   ---   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 (especially if you have low AMH or high FSH). ---   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:   Is Gluten Causing Infertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/is-gluten-causing-infertility/ What Vitamin D levels mean for Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/what-vitamin-d-levels-mean-for-fertility/ The Link Between Thyroid Dysfunction and Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/the-link-between-thyroid-dysfunction-and-fertility/ AIP Diet for Hashimoto’s: https://fabfertile.com/blog/aip-diet-for-hashimotos-and-why-this-matters-if-you-are-ttc/ How To Reduce Toxins That Impact Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-reduce-toxins-that-impact-fertility/ Are Toxic Personal Care Products Impacting Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/are-toxic-personal-care-products-impacting-your-fertility/ How To Protect Your Fertility From EMF exposure: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-protect-your-fertility-from-emf-exposure/ Why Mitochondria Health is so important for fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/why-mitochondria-health-is-so-important-for-fertility/ Functional Medicine 101 and Your Fertility; https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/

Daniel DeBaun joins us today as we’re digging electromagnetic frequency (EMF) radiation and how it can impact your fertility. Ninety-six percent of Americans own a cell phone. Did you know that the EMF’s (electromagnetic frequency) radiation from our cell phone, tablets, laptops and Wi-Fi impacts both male and female fertility? Plus it impacts the unborn child during pregnancy. This is about awareness. Not fear. As Maya Agelou writes, ”Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better." It is time to take the phone out of your pocket. Remove the phone from our bedside table (if you need to use it as an alarm place it on flight mode). Yes it’s called a laptop, but take the laptop off our lap or get a protective case. And stop placing your cell phone to your ear! This episode is a MUST for men. Especially if you are experiencing low sperm count, low motility or DNA fragmentation. We'll discuss simple steps to minimize risk. Today I’m welcoming Daniel DeBaun, internationally recognized expert in EMF radiation, EMF shielding, and EMF-related health issues with special focus on the effect of exposure from mobile devices such as laptops, tablets, and cell phones. On this episode you'll learn: 1) What is EMF and why is minimizing exposure important someone dealing with infertility? 2) What do the studies tell us about male and female factor infertility (i.e. 6x increase in miscarriage, erectile dysfunction, lower sperm count, DNA fragmentation and more 3) Physical symptoms of EMF. What is EMF hypersensitivity (could this be you?). Common sources of EMF’s (i.e. electric blankets, microwave ovens, alarm clocks, hairdryers and more) 4) The difference between 4G and 5G and what the new rollout means for our health. How to protect ourselves from EMF’s. Save 20% by using (coupon code - getpregnantpodcast) at Defendershield: https://bit.ly/2WQ1RuV   ---   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 and Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/ Are Toxic Personal Care Products Impacting Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/are-toxic-personal-care-products-impacting-your-fertility/ How To Optimize  Your Fertility By Including Your Partner:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-optimize-your-fertility-by-including-your-partner/

And although the majority of partners are very supportive – they may not know what they can do to optimize their preconception health. So how can we get our partners more involved in the fertility process - and how will it make your journey easier, simpler and ultimately, more successful: This episode is for you: If your partner is supportive but he’s not sure what he can do to improve his preconception health or he isn’t open to making changes (what you can say to him - hint it’s not about convincing/nagging him). I discuss steps to help if you have low amh, DOR, POF/POI, unexplained - tip its not focusing on the diagnosis   Please refer to our disclaimer. The Get Pregnant Naturally podcast including show notes and links provides information with respect to healthy living, nutrition, lab testing and is intended for informational purposes only. The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, nor is it to be construed as such.   ---   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 and Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How And Why To Do The Elimination Diet: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-and-why-to-do-an-elimination-diet-2/   It’s Time For A Second Opinion..What Are You Missing? https://fabfertile.com/blog/its-time-for-a-2nd-opinion-what-are-you-missing/

Alison McLean joins us as we’re digging into chronic pain and how that can impact your fertility. When we are dealing with infertility it may feel overwhelming and knowing where to start may have us feeling stuck. That’s why our Fab Fertile Method takes a targeted approach to your preconception health. Our approach addresses the underlying stressors such as a food sensitivity, gut infection, environmental toxin exposure, mental/emotional stress and structural stress (i.e. pinched nerve, chronic pain). I wanted to explore chronic pain and how that impacts fertility. Whether it’s back, knee, neck or sciatica – chronic pain impacts more than 100 million Americans. We may not think this is related to our infertility, but it is a stressor on your body. And if your body is under attack it wants to survive, not procreate. Today I’m welcoming Alison McLean. She is a physical therapist, yoga therapist and massage therapist and specializes in chronic pain.   On this episode you’ll learn: 1) How chronic pain impacts our fertility and hormones 2) The top mistakes with chronic pain treatments. The most common types of pain (i.e. back, knee, sciatica and neck) and the impact on physical/emotional health. 3) Therapy, lifestyle, supplement and essential oil recommendations    Please refer to our disclaimer. The Get Pregnant Naturally podcast including show notes and links provides information with respect to healthy living, nutrition, lab testing and is intended for informational purposes only. The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, nor is it to be construed as such.   ---   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 and Your Fertility:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How And Why To Do The Elimination Diet: https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-and-why-to-do-an-elimination-diet-2/   It’s Time For A Second Opinion..What Are You Missing? https://fabfertile.com/blog/its-time-for-a-2nd-opinion-what-are-you-missing/

Brandy Buskow joins us today and we’re taking your questions! Let's discover how a functional approach can prepare your body for a baby. When I was diagnosed with POF at 28 I didn’t get a second opinion. I went straight to donor eggs. I was disconnected from my body and wasn’t able to connect the dots. I became focused on my diagnosis and thought I only had one option. And then I discovered functional medicine. Which is a root cause approach that looks at the WHOLE body. We don’t need to wait for the clinics to open. Your body wants to procreate. You can get pregnant naturally. Injecting ourselves with medication is not the answer. Our body is desperately trying to tell us something. And when we ignore the signals it will shout at us in the form of disease. Let’s dig deeper to discover WHY it’s not working in the first place. Today we are answering your questions! Check out episode #6 for a functional medicine 101 talk plus a look at some of the tools we use to help couples conceive. You may know my story - check out episode how to get pregnant naturally with low amh, POF. 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 Certified Transformational Health Coach and EFT Practitioner.   On this episode you’ll learn: 1) Strategies to help PCOS and Type II diabetes. Plus our tips for low AMH and premature ovarian failure/premature ovarian insufficiency (how we’ve helped our clients get pregnant naturally or improve success with donor eggs). 2) What to do if you have an autoimmune disease (i.e. Hashimoto’s) and low AMH. We see this quite regularly. How the functional approach can help. Plus what you need to know about your TSH and hypothyroidism. 3) Dealing with miscarriage and what to do if you’ve been told there are issues with your pituitary gland. 4) How to prepare your body for pregnancy – what are the recommended steps to focus on for preconception health – BEFORE you start to try. 5) Recommendations for those over 40. 6) What steps to take to improve your luteal phase 7) Which water filter we recommend and why (i.e. hint you could be exposed to harmful endocrine disrupting chemicals), why coffee may be okay or not so good depending on your genetic makeup, 8) How to improve your egg health. Our top supplement recommendations. And which diet you and your partner need to start right now.   Please refer to our disclaimer. The Get Pregnant Naturally podcast including show notes and links provides information with respect to healthy living, nutrition, lab testing and is intended for informational purposes only. The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, nor is it to be construed as such.   ---   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 and Your Fertility: https://fabfertile.com/blog/functional-medicine-101-and-your-fertility/   How to Get Pregnant Naturally with low AMH, Diminished Ovarian Reserve and POF:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-diminished-ovarian-reserve-or-pof/   How And Why To Do The Elimination Diet:  https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-and-why-to-do-an-elimination-diet-2/

Dr. Ann Barter joins us today as we're digging into mold exposure and what this means for your fertility. With the functional approach to fertility it is important to work on the basics such as diet, sleep, movement and stress. The basics are crucial to optimize your preconception health. And customizing this further with functional testing to check for food sensitivities, gut infections, mineral imbalance, thyroid dysfunction, blood sugar imbalance and more. But what if there has been water damage in your home or workplace? Could the root cause of your infertility be toxic mold exposure? Dr. Ann Barter is back on the podcast again and she is an expert on mold exposure.   On this episode you’ll learn: 1) Mold exposure and the link to infertility. Plus we discuss places in the country where there is a higher risk of mold exposure. 2) Symptoms of mold exposure. The difference between mold and mildew. How to test mold. How to get remediate (ie. get rid of it) mold – it’s not as easy as you may think. 3) What is the best test to determine if we have mold exposure. How to heal and detoxify from mold. Which foods to avoid. How our genes play a role in our ability to detoxify from mold.   ---   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://fabfertile.com/?s=functional+medicine+101   How and Why To Do An Elimination Diet -https://fabfertile.com/blog/how-and-why-to-do-an-elimination-diet-2/   The Truth About Self Care and Your Fertility -https://fabfertile.com/blog/the-truth-about-self-care-and-your-fertility/

Melissa Strahan, co-founder of Joovv, dives into the fascinating world of red light therapy and its positive impact on fertility. She explains how this therapy promotes hormone balance, enhances sleep, and boosts male fertility by improving testosterone levels. Strahan also shares insights from scientific studies validating its effectiveness and discusses its safety during pregnancy. Listeners learn practical tips on usage, the best devices, and how red light therapy could be integrated into a holistic wellness routine.

Today I’m digging into specific steps you can take to get pregnant - right now! If you are here right now – you want to get pregnant and have your baby. You may be feeling overwhelmed or not sure what to do next during these uncertain times. Know that NOW is the best time to prepare your body for a baby. This time will pass, but we don’t know when and we want to spend this time wisely. So you can consume more content. Read more blogs. Read more books. Consult Dr. Google. Or you can take ACTION. Until you start – nothing changes. Otherwise in 6 months – you’ll be in the same place. Or you can take advantage of this time. After all the universe/higher power/God has given it to you. That’s why - if you haven’t committed to a functional approach to your fertility – you are missing healing opportunities – that can help you get pregnant and have your baby. And waiting for the fertility clinics to open – is not your answer. In this podcast episode you’ll learn: If you feel like you don’t have enough time to prepare your body for a baby (i.e. you’re overdoing, feeling anxious about the world, and putting yourself last) You’ve already tried everything and you don’t know what to do next. I talk about the top top mistakes we see and how you can avoid them. You feel like IVF is your only option (i.e. you feel stuck during this time and have no idea what to do). I break down the exact steps you and your partner can take right now. ---   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.    ---