We’re digging into how to select your omega as you prepare for your baby. What if there was something that could help with the following: - Improve hormone production - Assist with cervical mucous production - Promote normal ovulation - Aid in increasing circulation to the reproductive system - Decrease FSH levels Also, for the male partner - Increase sperm count - Improve motility and morphology - Reduce damage to sperm DNA I know you’re probably already taking A LOT of supplements to improve y...
Mar 20, 2023•35 min•Ep. 393
We’re digging into CoQ10 and how it can help with fertility. Before discovering the power of nutrition and targeted supplements, the only vitamins I had taken were Flintstone vitamins (yep, the ones filled with dyes and sugar). I thought I only needed daily vitamins if I was deficient in something. Turns out, there are vitamins and minerals that we simply can’t get from food. Nutritional imbalances can cause many symptoms that we don’t recognize as being from a vitamin or mineral deficiency. Opt...
Mar 13, 2023•35 min•Ep. 392
We’re digging into how to select the correct fertility supplements. Figuring out which supplements to take to optimize fertility may have you feeling overwhelmed. Many supplements can actually harm our fertility. They can have fillers, binders, synthetic ingredients, dyes, preservatives and chemical additives. Also, many supplements contain top allergens like gluten, soy and dairy that can impede the chances of pregnancy success. So what are the foundational supplements for fertility, and how do...
Mar 06, 2023•39 min•Ep. 391
We’re digging into why addressing adrenal dysfunction matters when TTC. As I write this late in the evening, making sure I don’t miss my podcast deadline, I’m reminded that I used to push myself to the limits ALL the time. I consider myself dependable, loyal, honest and someone who gets stuff done. But getting stuff done (although it’s my superpower) has also compromised my health. I pushed myself too much and didn’t listen to my body. I was diagnosed with POI over 25 years ago, and the conventi...
Feb 27, 2023•50 min•Ep. 390
We’re digging into improving pregnancy success (even when you’ve been told donor eggs are your only hope). I know you want to have your baby this year. You’ve probably already done so much. It may feel like IVF is your only next step but pumping your body full of hormones without addressing preconception health for both partners only WASTES TIME. If you’re not familiar with our Fab Fertile Method, this is perfect if you want to: Remove all the trial & error that comes with trying to figure t...
Feb 20, 2023•35 min•Ep. 389
We’re digging into how to know if IVF is your next best step to improve your chances of pregnancy success. I know firsthand what it’s like to be told that IVF is your only option to have children. In my case, I was diagnosed with POI/POF at 28 and told that I could only have children with donor eggs. I know that IVF can feel like your next logical step. You probably feel like you’ve already tried everything. I know that when I dreamed of having my family – it certainly wasn’t with IVF. And altho...
Feb 13, 2023•38 min•Ep. 388
We’re digging into what you can do to optimize your fertility if you have PCOS. I know firsthand how focusing on your fertility diagnosis can seem all-consuming, and IVF may feel like the only solution. We are not anti-IVF. However, after working with hundreds of clients for the last eight years, we know that optimizing your health dramatically impacts pregnancy success. But you need to take a targeted, personalized approach; otherwise, you’re wasting time. If you have PCOS, you may feel overwhe...
Feb 06, 2023•30 min•Ep. 387
We’re digging into eczema and why this matters when you are TTC. I had eczema when I was a baby, and then it flared up in my teens. I remember having itchy eyelids, my lips were allergic to every type of lip balm (they were always cracked and dry), and the skin folds of my arms were red and raw from all my scratching. I tried every type of cream, but nothing helped. I used hydrocortisone cream for years and saw many dermatologists, but no one could figure out why I had eczema. As you may know, I...
Jan 30, 2023•55 min•Ep. 386
We’re digging into how and why addressing stress with the HeartMath methodology can help when TTC. Like many of you, I stopped setting new year’s resolutions and instead focus on intentions. Daily practices are so foundational for my sanity. Such as having a good sleep, getting outside once a day, eating food that makes me feel great and talking to friends or family members. But what happens when we still feel stressed? Because life is busy and stress IS part of the equation. I know I’m stressed...
Jan 23, 2023•47 min•Ep. 385
We’re digging into why focusing on mitochondrial health is essential for fertility. I know you may be taking supplements to improve your fertility. After all, diet and lifestyle changes alone are not enough to optimize reproductive health. Our Fab Fertile Method includes testing, and we develop a targeted protocol including foundational supplements and more. This is for a specific time, so you know why you’re taking the supplement and what area of the body we are targeting. I want to introduce y...
Jan 16, 2023•55 min•Ep. 384
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 circl...
Jan 09, 2023•44 min•Ep. 383
We’re digging into common mistakes we see on the fertility journey. I started the Get Pregnant Naturally podcast five (5) years ago on January 1, 2018. In the beginning, I recorded with audio only because the thought of doing video was too intimidating. I like to prepare my episodes beforehand, so I thought it would look weird if I were always referring to my notes. After recording 383 episodes of the podcast, I’m well past the point of caring what I look like on camera or sound like on audio. T...
Jan 02, 2023•45 min•Ep. 382
We’re digging into why these symptoms matter when you are TTC. Many times we get myopically focused on egg health and miss all the other symptoms that may be contributing to our fertility diagnosis. Our body wants to procreate, but right now, it may be under attack by seemingly healthy foods, gut infections, environmental toxins and more. We can research and figure out what worked for someone else or take a targeted approach and determine what is right for our bodies. With a targeted approach, y...
Dec 26, 2022•32 min•Ep. 381
We’re digging into the research on how to manage stress with heart rate variability. We all know that stress matters when we are TTC. But how do we quickly identify and address the stressors in our lives? Right now, you may be meditating, visualizing, practicing breathwork, doing yoga, progressive muscle relaxation, acupuncture and more to reduce stress. And while we like all of those modalities, and we can use them to move us from the sympathetic (fight or flight) to the parasympathetic (rest a...
Dec 19, 2022•50 min•Ep. 380
We’re digging into identifying and recovering from burnout when you are on the fertility journey. Chronic stress and burnout can sneak up on us, especially when we are in the middle of a struggle. The fertility journey can impact our lives, including social interactions, relationships, careers, joy and intimacy. You may be feeling overwhelmed with all the expectations and obligations. When women were asked, “What is burnout?” as research for the book, Burnout by Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski,...
Dec 12, 2022•46 min•Ep. 379
We’re digging into why eating liver can help when you are TTC. I remember my mom frying up liver on the stove when I was a kid (she would now cringe at this because she’s been a vegan for 35 years!). The smell made me gag, and I would run and hide in the other room so I didn’t have to eat it. I recently tried it again, sautéed with onions and spices. I ate the liver by itself – nope still hate it! But then we made liver pate. Definitely tasted better, but still an acquired taste. Organ meats and...
Dec 05, 2022•37 min•Ep. 378
We’re digging into how to navigate the holiday season when we’re on the fertility journey. The holiday season can be filled with triggers and well-meaning (but clueless people) asking, “When will you start a family?” or “Are you pregnant yet?” How do we handle an invitation we don’t want to attend? Or what about the person that posts a steady stream of holiday pictures of their kids? Can we really unfollow them? As we may know, stress is a sneaky thing. Sometimes it sneaks up on us. And next thi...
Nov 28, 2022•38 min•Ep. 377
We’re digging into why quitting your job may be your next step when you are TTC. Working on your mental health and reducing stress is a common recommendation when trying to conceive. And sometimes this can be easier said than done. If you could reduce stress by yourself, you already would have done it. A main source of stress can be the job. Whether it’s the high pressure, demanding schedule, long work hours, or constantly feeling on call. Often we can stay in a job that we’ve outgrown because l...
Nov 21, 2022•46 min•Ep. 376
We’re digging into common mistakes we see on the fertility journey. As we come to the end of the year, I want you to have a plan for 2023 so that you can have your baby. I know you may have made many diet/lifestyle changes already. You may have experienced failed IVF cycles, been labeled a poor responder, or been told that donor eggs are your only option. I know firsthand how hard it can be when you receive a diagnosis of low AMH, high FSH, premature ovarian insufficiency, or diminished ovarian ...
Nov 14, 2022•36 min•Ep. 375
We’re digging into how to improve liver health and what you need to know when you are TTC. We’ve all heard of a liver cleanse or detox and how important it is to have an optimally functioning liver. Think of cayenne-infused lemon water, consuming apple juice with olive oil and Epsom salts. However, before you start preparing these concoctions, they may not be right for you. It’s more about supporting your liver rather than cleansing or detoxing it. If your liver is not functioning properly, it m...
Nov 07, 2022•51 min•Ep. 374
We’re digging into the hyperactive thyroid and Graves’ disease and what this means when TTC. One of the main themes we see with low AMH and or high FSH is thyroid dysfunction. You may have been told your TSH is normal, but no one has run a full thyroid panel. Or you are currently taking thyroid medication, but you had no idea there were targeted lifestyle changes you need to make alongside the medication to improve its efficacy. An optimal thyroid is essential for a successful pregnancy. And bot...
Oct 31, 2022•56 min•Ep. 373
We’re digging into at-home semen testing and why this can help when TTC. Although we specialize in complex cases such as low AMH, high FSH, diminished ovarian reserve, and premature ovarian insufficiency, more couples are coming to us with both female and male factor infertility. The Fab Fertile Method is effective at addressing both male and female fertility conditions. Even if the male partner tells us his semen analysis is fine, we always include a blood chemistry review and a review of his s...
Oct 24, 2022•36 min•Ep. 372
We’re digging into iron panels and what you need to know when you are TTC. So many of us may be experiencing amenorrhea, anovulation (the lack of ovulation), poor egg health, ovulatory disorder, and miscarriage, but has anyone checked the full iron panel? Iron deficiency or anemia can be a sign to dig deeper when trying to conceive. Whether you are feeling exhausted or experiencing weakness, shortness of breath, dizziness, or cold hands or feet – it may be a sign of iron deficiency. So how do we...
Oct 17, 2022•46 min•Ep. 371
We’re digging into the energetics of miscarriage and how to begin healing when you are TTC. The fertility journey can leave us feeling anxious, impatient, frustrated, and sad, and it can bring out our inner control freak. It can also bring us to our knees if we’ve experienced miscarriage, pregnancy loss or stillbirth. How do we trust that the universe, God or higher power was working for us the moment we started trying for our baby? How do we honor our fertility journey through a spiritual lens?...
Oct 10, 2022•47 min•Ep. 370
We’re digging into why protecting yourself from EMFs matters when you are TTC. Studies have proven that EMFs (electromagnetic fields) negatively impact male and female reproductive health. Whether it's our cell phone, computer, WiFi, microwave, house energy smart meters, or TV – we are surrounded by EMFs. It’s not about living in fear. It’s about what we can to protect ourselves and our fertility. “Toxins are everywhere, our air, water, and food are polluted, and electrosmog is present in our ev...
Oct 03, 2022•43 min•Ep. 369
We’re digging into digestion and why this matters when you are TTC. Many of us are consuming all the right foods. Eating lots of fat, getting our daily veggies and generally eating a healthy diet. But what if you are well-fed but malnourished? We see this a lot with couples who are trying to conceive. It is essential that you actually absorb the nutrients that you eat so that you can have the proper vitamins and minerals, proteins and fat to create a healthy baby. So how can we make sure all tho...
Sep 26, 2022•39 min•Ep. 368
We’re digging into how to cultivate an abundance mindset when you are TTC. Getting stuck in a scarcity mindset on the fertility journey is easy. After all, a well-meaning physician may have told you that your AMH is too low, your FSH is too high, IVF is your only chance (and even then, there is a small chance of it working ), or that donor eggs are your only option. This can leave us feeling: Stuck in comparison Easily triggered Impatient Panicked Angry Frustrated Sad All of these emotions are e...
Sep 19, 2022•50 min•Ep. 367
We’re digging into what to do if you’ve been diagnosed with cancer while on the fertility journey and how to prevent cancer. I have received many requests to provide information about navigating a cancer diagnosis while trying to conceive. Many of us have been touched by cancer, perhaps through a personal diagnosis or by a family member, friend, or colleague diagnosed with the disease. A cancer diagnosis can be an overwhelming experience and challenges individuals in ways sometimes hard to imagi...
Sep 12, 2022•58 min•Ep. 366
We’re digging into how childhood trauma can impact the fertility journey. Our Fab Fertile Method takes a mind, body, and spirit approach to improve pregnancy success. A theme we see with low AMH, high FSH, premature ovarian insufficiency and diminished ovarian reserve is childhood trauma. Whether it's experiencing flashbacks, anxiety, depression, anger or issues with trust, childhood trauma can have a lasting impact on our health. We may consciously or unconsciously use alcohol, overeating/under...
Sep 05, 2022•54 min•Ep. 365
We're digging into how the elimination diet can improve pregnancy success. 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, and we have BOTH partners do the elimination diet (it is not just about you changing your diet). It takes two to have a baby! While the majority of couples that I speak with tell me they are eating a “clean” diet, most have not done the elimina...
Aug 29, 2022•44 min•Ep. 364
