#169. How the microbiome impacts fertility success
We’re talking about this critical yet often overlooked role of the uterine microbiome in fertility. If you’re struggling to get pregnant, understanding chronic endometritis and its impact on implantation and pregnancy loss. Today we’re going to cover the basics of the microbiome, how to maintain a healthy bacterial balance and what type of testing to seek out if you’re hoping to understand more on your fertility journey.  Grab a copy of Labs 101 to understand what labs to advocate for and how to interpret them based on optimal levels for conception. Grab your copy of this comprehensive program at https://ttc.kelseyduncan.com/fertility-labs  Ready to dive in and get support on your fertility journey - so that you can finally get off the trial and error carousel, get real answers with real results? Schedule your free clarity call to see how we can support you at downloads.kelseyduncan.com/results  Podcasts Mentioned In This Episode: #115 Bacterial Infections and Male Factor Fertility #134 Is it Unexplained Infertility or Is It Endometriosis?  Save 5% on the Full Female Microbiome Testing through Fertilysis with the code FCM. Â
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#168 Navigating the Fertility Journey as a Queer Couple, with Jaimie Kelton
This week I sat down with Jaimie Kelton, host of The Queer Family Podcast, and she shared her personal journey through infertility as a queer woman. We discussed the complexities of family building, the importance of community support, and the unique challenges faced by queer couples. We chatted about her process of selecting a sperm donor, the significance of representation, and the legal hurdles that often accompany queer family building that I hadn’t even thought of for my LGBTG+ clients. Jamie emphasizes the need for open conversations about donor conception with children and offers valuable advice for queer couples navigating their own paths to parenthood.  Find more amazing conversations over on The Queer Family Podcast and on Instagram @thequeerfamiliypodcast  Join our 7-day Conceive Together Challenge to start building out the foundational aspects of fertility with your partner and reconnecting along the way. Learn more at ttc.kelseyduncan.com/ctchallenge  Our new webinar Explaining Unexplained Infertility is happening live on July 17th, register at ttc.kelseyduncan.com/unexplainedinfertility  Thank you to our amazing podcast sponsor, Needed. Grab 20% off at thisisneeded.com with the code DRKELSEY. Read more about their prenatal study at thisisneeded.com/thrive and see how many women are still nutrient depleted, despite taking a prenatal vitamin. Â
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#167 In impact of mindfulness on a fertility journey
 In this episode we’re chatting about the significance of mindfulness in the fertility journey. I share personal reflections on self-care and how mindfulness practices can enhance emotional well-being, reduce stress, and improve pregnancy rates. Plus, I highlight the research findings that demonstrate the positive impact of mindfulness on both men and women facing fertility challenges, advocating for community support and resources to foster confidence and resilience throughout the process.  Ready for support on your fertility journey? Together we’ll dig deep to find the root cause and evidence-based solutions to improve your chances of conceiving. Get all the hands on support you’re looking for to release the stress of going it alone and figuring it all out yourself. Learn more at downloads.kelseyduncan.com/resultsÂ
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#166. Nutrient Deficiencies in Women: Is a Prenatal Enough? With Ryan Woodbury
This week’s episode I sat down with Ryan Woodbury, co-founder and co-CEO of one of our favourite supplement company’s Needed who are championing radically better nutrition for women, their families and the earth. Ryan shared with us the shocking discoveries of Needed’s IRB-approved clinical study, and that they found 95% of women were nutritionally depleted, even if they were taking a standard prenatal already. We chatted about the importance of tailored nutrition support, why we’re seeing these nutrient deficiencies basically across the board in women, and how we can support women through fertility and pregnancy in a more well-rounded way.  You can read more about Needed’s clinical study at thisisneeded.com/thrive or learn more about why this is important and how to help at neededacademy.com  Needed also has generously offered our podcast community 20% off their first order of supplements with the code DRKELSEY over at thisisneeded.com Ready to lay the foundational groundwork to optimize your chances of getting pregnant, and include our partner in the process with research-driven support? Join our Conceive Together Challenge and walk away with both of your next steps! Check it out at ttc.kelseyduncan.com/ctchallenge
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#165. What we're missing with hypothalamic amenorrhea and infertility with Victoria Myers
In this week’s episode, I got to sit down with Victoria Myers, period recovery specialist, RDH and host of the Nourishing Women Podcast to chat about all things Hypothalamic Amenorrhea and fertility. Victoria shares her personal experience and advocates for a better understanding of eating disorders in the fertility space. We covered common misdiagnoses, the need for a supportive care team, and the recovery process when a fertility journey is involved. Learn so many valuable tips and strategies for your own period recovery journey!  Find more from Victoria Myers over on Instagram @nourishingmindsnutrition and make sure to check out her podcast Nourshing Women Podcast.  Ready to dig deeper on your fertility journey but don’t know where to start? Fertility Labs 101 walks you through the full assessment we do with our clients, what the labs mean and how to interpret your results based on optimal guidelines for fertility. Grab your copy for just $17 over at ttc.kelseyduncan.com/fertility-labs  **Please note that Victoria mistakenly stated "low estrogen" instead of "high estrogen" when discussing PCOS lab work in comparison to HA lab work.** Â
Dr. Kelsey Duncan shares her clinical wisdom and expertise in the field while bringing together a community of experts and fellow fertility warriors to create a safe place to learn, ask questions and feel supported on your fertility journey.
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