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Hopeful Hints

Tara Brandnertarabrandner.com
Walking through women's health concerns and infertility often leaves us feeling lonely, confused, and overwhelmed. Join doctorate nurse practitioner and infertility warrior Dr. Tara Harding weekly as she provides short hopeful hits on all things women's health and infertility with the occasional special guest. Each episode contains empowering information to help you better navigate your healthcare, take back control, and move forward with hope.
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Episodes

Unexplained Infertility: Definition, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Today I dive into unexplained infertility while comparing recommendations from the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG), and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). Top 10 Questions to Ask Your Reproductive Doctor Mira Ovulation Kit Second Opinions and IUI Statistics FREEBIES! Grab your freebies, new one every month! ⁠Let Dr. Tara help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN⁠⁠⁠⁠ for FREE from Dr. Tara ⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Tara on Ti...

Aug 17, 202117 minEp. 26

Guest Episode: Ali Prato from Infertile AF and Fertility Rally!

Today we welcome Ali Prato from the Infertile AF podcast and Fertility Rally group. She shares her journey through infertility and 3 hopeful hints for you that are so valuable! Social follow @infertileafstories Infertile AF Podcast Fertility Rally FREEBIES! Grab your freebies, new one every month! ⁠Let Dr. Tara help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN⁠⁠⁠⁠ for FREE from Dr. Tara ⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Tara on TikTok Come say hi over on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tara's Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Pract...

Aug 10, 202125 minEp. 27

Progesterone 101

Today I dive into a high-level overview on all things progesterone levels! Let's look at why progesterone is important, optimal levels, why they may be low, and what you can do to improve them. Book your FREE call! FREEBIES! Grab your freebies, new one every month! Moon Seed Cycling ⁠Let Dr. Tara help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN⁠⁠⁠⁠ for FREE from Dr. Tara ⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Tara on TikTok Come say hi over on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tara's Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and license...

Jul 27, 202110 minEp. 25

5 Cares To Have In Place When Starting IVF

In today's episodes, I discuss my top five cares to have in place when starting IVF. The reality is these five can be started at any stage of infertility treatment. I wish I would have started them on day one of my journey! Book your FREE call! FREEBIES! Grab your freebies on all things IVF and more! Circle and Bloom Meditation ⁠Let Dr. Tara help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN⁠⁠⁠⁠ for FREE from Dr. Tara ⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Tara on TikTok Come say hi over on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tara's Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Hardi...

Jul 20, 202114 minEp. 24

Fertility Yoga with Lauren Blandin

A guest episode with Lauren Blandin a fertility yoga instructor! Listen to learn more about yoga when going through infertility. Lauren Blandin is a New York City yoga instructor. She came to the practice in 2002 as a way to reconnect to her mind and body from the dance world. Fertility Yoga was born from her two decades of experience as an instructor of yoga and meditation and her background in science as a nurse. She uses this training to provide knowledge and support for those who are experie...

Jul 14, 202110 minEp. 23

First Trimester Bleeding After IVF Treatment

First trimester uterine bleeding is a common occurrence in IVF pregnancies. Vaginal bleeding in the first trimester occurs in one-fourth of pregnancies. In today's episodes, I discuss risk factors, causes, and what you can do if you experience bleeding in your first trimester. Book your FREE call! FREEBIES! New one released every month! THE CONFIDENT FERTILITY ACADEMY IS NOW OPEN! Confidently learn the necessary steps to your fertility care so that you can gain back control of your family buildi...

Jul 06, 20218 minEp. 22

Kela Smith of The Puzzle Hormone Method joins us this week!

This week's amazing guest is Coach Kela Smith of The Puzzle Hormone Method. She shares her infertility story and 3 hopeful hints for you no matter where you are in your infertility journey. You can find Coach Kela on Instagram @kela_healthcoach Facebook @kelahealthcoach and by clicking here! Kela is the CEO and program director of the Hormone Puzzle Society, a woman’s health hub for fertility, hormones, and the business of coaching. She is also one of the coaches at the Society. Kela works with ...

Jun 29, 20217 minEp. 21

Top 3 Causes of Male Factor Infertility

Today's episode breaks down the top three causes of male factor infertility and what you need to know about male factor infertility! THE CONFIDENT FERTILITY ACADEMY IS NOW OPEN! Confidently learn the necessary steps to your fertility care so that you can gain back control of your family building without feeling overwhelmed. The Confident Fertility Academy will not only provide you with all the steps necessary, but you will also get : + Training and workbooks + Bonus materials +Twice monthly grou...

Jun 22, 202110 minEp. 20

Can You Improve Sperm Motility and Morphology?

Today's episode breaks down what motility and morphology are along with a discussion on how you can improve these parameters! THE CONFIDENT FERTILITY ACADEMY IS NOW OPEN! Confidently learn the necessary steps to your fertility care so that you can gain back control of your family building without feeling overwhelmed. The Confident Fertility Academy will not only provide you with all the steps necessary, but you will also get : + Training and workbooks + Bonus materials +Twice monthly group coach...

Jun 15, 20218 minEp. 19

Trauma, finding support, and speaking your story with this week's guest Justine Froelker

This week's amazing guest is Justine Froelker who shares her 3 hopeful hints on dealing with trauma, infertility, and finding support. You can find Justine on all social media outlets @justinefroelker and by clicking here! Justine is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has over 20 years of experience in traditional mental health and personal development. Justine has been certified in the work of Dr. Brené Brown for seven years. Justine is the author of seven best-selling books and was also ho...

Jun 08, 202115 minEp. 18

Understanding Your Treatment Options and Implementing a Fertility Lifestyle

Register today by clicking here! FREE 5 day workshop starting June 7th followed by a LIVE webinar June 12th! Want even more?! You get access to me all week through the Voxer app to ask me any questions you have! Get clear about your treatment options Learn to navigate your fertility care Move forward with any treatment confidently ⁠Let Dr. Tara help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN⁠⁠⁠⁠ for FREE from Dr. Tara ⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Tara on TikTok Come say hi over on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tara's Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Ha...

Jun 02, 202110 minEp. 17

Maria McMaster of Fitness Fertility Discusses Exercise While Going Through Infertility

Maria McMaster is a fitness expert who has turned her pain and passion into helping others with their fitness while going through infertility. She has a diagnosis of PCOS with a history of miscarriage. After 2 years of treatment, she was able to conceive. Today you will hear her three hopeful hints to navigating fitness during infertility. +Download my top 10 questions you should ask your reproductive doctor. Print this checklist and add your questions to take with you to your next appointment! ...

May 25, 202115 minEp. 12

Seeking a Second Opinion When Going Through Infertility

This week's episode discusses reasons to seek a second opinion when going through infertility treatments. Included are 3 reasons why you may want to consider doing this during your infertility journey. + Register NOW for my free 5 day workshop and webinar happening June 7th- 12th! https://view.flodesk.com/pages/601b644b92b554e58fbb9fda +Download my top 10 questions you should ask your reproductive doctor. Print this checklist and add your questions to take with you to your next appointment! http...

May 18, 202112 minEp. 16

5 Statistics About IUI You Probably Didn't Know

To find the data from today's episode click here +Download my top 10 questions you should ask your reproductive doctor. Print this checklist and add your questions to take with you to your next appointment! https://view.flodesk.com/pages/601b2c2c92b5540e69bb1416 + Book your FREE discovery call with me today. Together we can break through barriers and take back control of your family’s story. https://7p8skpdsqsk.typeform.com/to/pNYgWGVq ⁠Let Dr. Tara help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN⁠⁠⁠⁠ for FREE from Dr....

May 11, 20216 minEp. 15

How to Strengthen Your Marriage During Infertility with Natalie Reiter

This week's guest is Natalie Reiter a licensed counselor who shares three hopeful hints on maintaining a strong marriage when going through infertility. Natalie works with adults and couples and has specialized training in infertility, perinatal mental health and EMDR for trauma. Natalie is licensed in North Dakota and Minnesota and is board certified in Telehealth. Natalie has been practicing for over 10 years and has a wealth of experience in treating a variety of mental health concerns. https...

May 04, 202110 minEp. 14

Self - Care During Infertility and Beyond with Special Guest Lindsay Fischer

Today's guest is a fellow TTC sister who is on a mission to remove shame around self-care. Lindsay Fischer is a two-time best-selling author who uses her personal experience with hard traumas to help uplift women currently in the trenches, by simplifying self-care to make it sustainable. Lindsay and her husband Joe completed three years of infertility treatment - from unmedicated IUI to IVF - before conceiving their twins. Now they live at home with their 3.5 year old twins, Joey and Luke, and L...

Apr 27, 202117 minEp. 13

Dear Friends and Family, I have Infertility

This episode is for friends and family members of those going through infertility. I hope that you will find these hopeful hints helpful if your loved one has been diagnosed with infertility. I want to thank you for supporting them and being there for them as they walk through this disease and the road to building their family ⁠Let Dr. Tara help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN⁠⁠⁠⁠ for FREE from Dr. Tara ⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Tara on TikTok Come say hi over on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tara's Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Hardin...

Apr 20, 20217 minEp. 11

The Impact of Infertility on Mental Health

Today we discuss mental health while going through infertility. This episode is helpful for friends and family members of those going through infertility to better understand how this disease impacts us on a daily basis. Today's four hopeful hints will guide you through coping techniques that have been effective for my patients and me to move through the roller coaster of emotions. + Free 7 Day Positive Mindset Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/601ac9408b8b15ca47f2c5ee ⁠Let Dr. Tara help you!...

Apr 13, 202112 minEp. 10

3 Ways to Share Your Story- Infertility or Otherwise

In this episode, you will learn how and why, according to research, you should share your story of infertility or other life stories you may have. You will walk away with 3 hopeful hints on ways you can do this. Your story matters, infertility or otherwise! + Free 7 Day Positive Mindset Guide https://view.flodesk.com/pages/601ac9408b8b15ca47f2c5ee ⁠Let Dr. Tara help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN⁠⁠⁠⁠ for FREE from Dr. Tara ⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Tara on TikTok Come say hi over on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tara's Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discla...

Apr 06, 20219 minEp. 9

BONUS EPISODE: Are you using Google to find answers while going through infertility?

The Fertility Tribe Bundle is only good until April 7th, click here to buy today! https://thefertilitytribe.podia.com/the-fertility-tribe-bundle/a12yu When you purchase this bundle, you will be entered into a drawing for a FREE IVF cycle!! ⁠Let Dr. Tara help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN⁠⁠⁠⁠ for FREE from Dr. Tara ⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Tara on TikTok Come say hi over on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tara's Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Disclaimer: Dr. Tara Harding is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). This co...

Apr 05, 20215 minEp. 8

How to Become an Infertility Advocate and Share Your Infertility Story

In this episode, you will learn 10 steps to becoming an infertility advocate and share your story. Perhaps you have never opened up about your diagnosis, this episode will guide you through what that looks like. +Follow this guide if there is NO infertility legislative action in your state or you are not sure https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6050f9ba757f68bbd7dd9dc9 + Follow this guide if there IS infertility legislative action in your state https://view.flodesk.com/pages/606111cb156ede480ff609ef ...

Mar 30, 202111 minEp. 7

Cathie Quilliet of the Quilliet Institute Discusses Sex During Infertility and Much More

Cathie Quillet is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Fertility Coach, Published Author, Public Speaker & barren Mom who specializes in infertility and pregnancy loss, along with the treatment of those in the seasons of pregnancy, postpartum, and adoption. Cathie is the owner of Tennessee Reproductive Therapy in Tennessee and CEO of The Quillet Institute, a passion project providing fertility coaching around the globe. Today's Hopeful Hints: 1. How to perform self-care when going throu...

Mar 23, 202116 minEp. 6

3 Ways You Can Research Fertility Clinic’s

In today’s episode, you will learn 3 ways you can research fertility clinics along with reasons why this should be done. Show References: +If you're ready to improve your reproductive health care and receive help to navigate the ups and downs book your free discovery call with me today. Together we can break through barriers and take back control of your family’s story. https://7p8skpdsqsk.typeform.com/to/pNYgWGVq +Download my FREE top 10 questions you should ask your reproductive doctor. Print ...

Mar 17, 20217 minEp. 3

Mollie Walker from Tennessee Fertility Advocates Shares 3 Hopeful Hints

Mollie is the co-founder of Tennessee Fertility Advocates. She is an alumni of the University of Memphis and serves as the Collierville City Executive at Landmark Community Bank. Mollie is an active member of Harvest Church, the Collierville Chamber, Collierville Rotary and the Generosity Network. She and her husband Taylor are proud parents of two beautiful children; however, the road to growing their family wasn’t easy. After years of trying to conceive, no insurance coverage for infertility a...

Mar 17, 202113 minEp. 4

Why Should You Work With a Fertility Coach?

We'll discuss 3 ways a fertility coach can benefit you during your infertility journey. We are here to help you sort through all things related to infertility and help you better understand details in order to make the best decision moving forward. + Book your FREE discovery call with me today. Together we can break through barriers and take back control of your family’s story. https://7p8skpdsqsk.typeform.com/to/pNYgWGVq ⁠Let Dr. Tara help you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LEARN⁠⁠⁠⁠ for FREE from Dr. Tara ⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN...

Mar 17, 202110 minEp. 5

10 Questions to Ask Your Reproductive Endocrinologist

Having your questions ready ahead of time is key to easing nerves, feeling validated, and walking out of your appointments with confidence in moving forward with your plan of care. Knowing these steps can help you manage the emotions you might experience during your appointments and will empower you through the process. +Download my top 10 questions you should ask your reproductive doctor. Print this checklist and add your questions to take with you to your next appointment! https://view.flodesk...

Mar 17, 202110 minEp. 2

Hi, I’m Tara! My story of miscarriage, IUI, IVF, Traumatic Pregnancy, Non-Profit Founder, and Fertility Coach

Hi, I'm Tara Brandner and this is my infertility story! In this episode you will hear about my journey through miscarriage, IUI, IVF, failed transfer, embryo loss, and a helicopter ride that started a traumatic pregnancy journey. After enduring a long road through infertility followed by a traumatic pregnancy, I turned my hurt into hope for others by forming only infertility nonprofit in ND and SD. I am a passionate advocate and have initiated grassroots efforts to mandate insurance coverage for...

Mar 16, 202141 minEp. 1
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