Fertility Wellness With The Wholesome Fertility Podcast

Afton Vechery is the CEO of Modern Fertility a women's health company that focuses on making fertility information more accessible to women everywhere, whether they want kids or not.  Modern Fertility, offers an at-home hormone test—the same one given in fertility clinics, but for a fraction of the price. It’s designed to get women to think more proactively and earlier about their reproductive health. The company recently expanded into ovulation and pregnancy tests and launched an app that helps read and track test results. The San Francisco startup, which Vechery co-founded in 2017, has raised $22 million from the likes of Maveron, Union Square Ventures, and Kirsten Green’s Forerunner Ventures, which tellingly has also backed hot consumer companies like Dollar Shave Club and Warby Parker. https://modernfertility.com https://www.instagram.com/modernfertility/ For more information about Michelle, visit www.michelleoravitz.com The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you can find free resources and suppo

Jennifer Robertson is a fertility coach and has helped women all over the world transform their mindset and take back control of their life in the midst of infertility. She is also author of the soon to be released book, The Injustice of Infertility, a true account of her own seven-year fertility journey. Throughout her own seven-year fertility journey, Jen discovered that her old ways of pushing and working hard weren’t serving her. She is now using the lessons learned along the way to develop programs and support those who are still struggling to conceive. You can follow Jennifer on Instagram @msjenniferrobertson Or via her website www.jenniferrobertson.co Jennifer’s book can be found here: https://www.jenniferrobertson.co/book     For more information about Michelle, visit www.michelleoravitz.com The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you can find free resources and support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/ Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/

Dr. Jeffrey Rediger, MD, MDiv, is on the faculty of Harvard Medical School, the Medical Director of McLean SE Adult Psychiatry and Community Affairs at McLean Hospital, and the Chief of Behavioral Medicine at Good Samaritan Medical Center.   A licensed physician and board-certified psychiatrist, he also has a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary. His research with remarkable individuals who have recovered from illnesses considered incurable has been featured on the Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Oz Shows, among others.   He has been nominated for the National Bravewell Leadership Award, and has received numerous awards related to leadership and patient care.   To find more about Dr. Jeffrey Rediger, visit: https://drjeffreyrediger.com https://www.instagram.com/drjeffreyrediger/ https://www.facebook.com/drjeffreyrediger/ https://twitter.com/jeffrey_rediger?lang=en   This is the website mentioned in this episode: https://livingwithpancreaticcancer.com   For more information about Michelle, visit www.mi

Jenna Longoria aka The Period Guru, is a board certified functional nutrition practitioner specializing in women’s hormonal health. She was listed by The Huffington Post as one of the top 20 new health writers to follow in 2017. Her work has been featured in Mind Body Green, NBC, The Elephant Journal, SXSW and she is the author of 7 Steps to a Healthier You: An Attainable Guide to Health.                                                       Jenna helps women reclaim their hormones by working with them to achieve pain-free, regular periods and optimize their fertility. Through her private practice, she helps women balance their hormones with functional nutrition and diagnostic testing. Jenna is a firm believer that the right diet and lifestyle can put any hormonal condition into remission.   https://www.jennalongoria.com https://www.instagram.com/jennalongoriahealth/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/176310099892415/?ref=bookmarks   To learn more about Jenna’s book, click here: https://jennalongoria527.lpages.c

Dr. Magarelli is a nationally noted Board-Certified Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility (REI) specialist at CNY Fertility’s Colorado Springs location. He has been practicing in Colorado since 1998 and is well-known for serving the fertility needs of couples in the region, including a large number of military families.  He was previously the founder and Medical Director of Magarelli Fertility Centers, LLC. Before that, he ran High Quality Affordable Fertility Centers, LLC, and Reproductive Medicine and Fertility Centers, LLC.  Dr. Magarelli has presented and published groundbreaking research in integrating Eastern (Acupuncture) and Western medical treatments for infertility. Today, he continues to investigate the role of Traditional Chinese Medicine in treating IVF patients, forging the way for future treatment breakthroughs. Among his many accomplishments, Dr. Magarelli was honored as the recipient of the Reproductive Scientist Award by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, the Practicing P

Brandy Oswald is a Certified Fertility Awareness Instructor, Women’s Healing Arts Coach, & the founder of Sauvage Wellness who specializes in teaching women how to use the sympto-thermal method of fertility awareness to get pregnant naturally, to spot hormonal imbalance, and to connect to the wild woman within. Brandy teaches you how to use cycle tracking tools to optimize your natural fertility and increase your chances of conceiving.  To help you get started using these powerful cycle tracking tools, here’s a copy of Brandy’s free Cycle Tracking Starter Guide: www.sauvagewellness.com/cycle-tracking-starter-guide     https://www.sauvagewellness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sauvagewellness/       For more information about Michelle, visit www.thewholesomelotus.com For information on the Wholesome Fertility Method online program visit www.thewholesomefertilitymethod.com The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you can find free resources and support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149

As a founding partner of Southern California Reproductive Center, Dr. Ghadir is board-certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. He is currently an assistant clinical professor in the department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and at the Keck School of Medicine at USC. A native Angeleno, Dr. Ghadir is continuously voted as one of the Top Doctors in the U.S. by Los Angeles Magazine’s national poll and Super Doctors of Southern California. He remains one of the most popular, approachable, and well-liked fertility specialists in the country with amazing reviews online. https://www.scrcivf.com/doctors/shahin-ghadir/ https://www.instagram.com/drshahinghadir/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/DrShahinGhadir https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClz2KDKbNKF2tZCaNmXnfSQ     Studies and articles discussed in this episode:   https://www.theguardian.com/science/2016/oct/07/evidence-suggests-womens-ovaries-can-grow-new-eggs   https://w

Monica Bivas went through a very difficult fertility rollercoaster of emotions, from being there she learned that “perfection is imperfection, and imperfection is beautiful”, so she took this experience and squeeze the sweetness of it. That sweetness is the absolute love and passion she has for what she does now: Coaching and Mentoring women and couples (no matter the sexual preferences ) all over the world going through IVF and teach them how to squeeze the sweetness of this journey. Monica offers three different 1:1 programs on IVF depending on the path of the journey they are, as well as group programs, talks and other fertility resources. To learn more and Meet Monica, go to www.monicabivas.com https://www.facebook.com/monica.bivas https://twitter.com/MonicaBivas https://www.pinterest.com/monicabivas/ https://www.instagram.com/monicabivas/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicabivasFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theivfjourney/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/monicabivasIVFcoach/ For m

Karenna Wood is an international fertility coach and founder of Your Fertility Hub. She is passionate about women getting more emotional support during infertility and has helped women all over the world to get pregnant naturally purely through accessing the power of the mind-body connection. She is building a tribe of women at Your Fertility Hub.com who are taking charge of their fertility journeys, learning how to reduce stress and maximize their chances of conceiving through being healthy in both body and mind. Don't miss the THANKSGIVING DAY SALE!! Bookmark https://www.michelleoravitz.com/thankful and be sure to watch for the week of November 23rd for a limited time sale! For more information about Michelle, visit www.thewholesomelotus.com For information on the Wholesome Fertility Method online program visit www.thewholesomefertilitymethod.com The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you can find free resources and support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/ Instagram: @thewholesome

Blair Nelson is an infertility warrior who began her journey in 2018 after she and her husband found out they were facing a challenging genetic factor when they began trying to start their family. It was at that point they were told IVF was their only option. After their second transfer from their first round of IVF treatment, Blair suffered a heartbreaking miscarriage that redefined her life. Ever since then, she has made it her mission to bring facts, tips, inspiration and most importantly a voice to the topic of infertility. She found her refuge in her difficult time amongst women who have been there and she wants to return the favor. Her Instagram account, Fab Fertility, has grown into a brand, podcast and blog. She recently co-founded Fertility Rally with her friend and fellow podcast host, Alison Prato. Fertility Rally is an online community and content hub for anyone building their modern families. Blair and her husband are still trying to start her family (5 rounds of IVF, 12 procedures, 100's of shot

As an entrepreneur, bestselling author, speaker, and mother, Kate Northrup has built a multimedia educational platform that reaches hundreds of thousands globally. She’s committed to supporting ambitious women to light up the world without burning themselves out. Kate teaches data and soul-driven time and energy management practices that result in saving time, making more money, and experiencing less stress through her Do Less Planner, her programs, and her books, Do Less and Money: A Love Story. Kate’s work has been featured by The Today Show, The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, Yahoo! Finance, Forbes, Women’s Health, Glamour, and more. Kate lives with her husband and their daughters in a cozy town in Maine.   https://katenorthrup.com https://origincollective.com   For more information about Michelle, visit www.thewholesomelotus.com For information on the Wholesome Fertility Method online program visit www.thewholesomefertilitymethod.com The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you can find f

With a Master’s Degree in Business and Ministry from Ohio Christian University, Shara is employed as a Director at a software company and serves as Secretary on the Juvenile Justice Coalition Board. As an advocate, former foster youth, and adoptee, Shara is a protective voice for Ohio youth who are at-risk of or currently involved in, the juvenile court system. ​ After enduring a tumultuous journey to pregnancy, Shara published her first book in 2018, entitled “I Still Want to Be a Mom”. She shares the hidden details of her 8-year journey from infertility to motherhood with the hope of inspiring women with similar struggles. Shara is a TEDx speaker and the founder of the I Still Want to Be a Mom Foundation, established to strengthen, support, and encourage women diagnosed with infertility.   Instagram  @istillwanttobeamom @iswtbam.foundation @sharasmotiphors   Facebook @istillwanttobeamom   I Still Want To Be A Mom Official Book Trailer https://youtu.be/0oeMXMc5dZw   YouTube Channel- Shara’s Motiphors  https:

Maria T. Rothenburger, PhD, LPC is a Therapist and Coach specializing in fertility and family building.  When infertility reared its ugly head, Maria says she “went a wee bit crazy for 5 1/2 long years and one day spontaneously experienced profound joy.”  She states the struggle of infertility is what propelled her toward joy even before she was a mom!  She then became obsessed with finding out why she was able to feel so happy even amidst terrible trauma.  In fact, she believes it was because of the trauma.  Hence, her doctoral research focused on Posttraumatic Growth and Infertility (not the posttraumatic stress that is so prominent in the media). She has since made it her life mission to help others achieve the same growth she experienced.  Though she still practices traditional psychotherapy, her passion has become Fertility Coaching around the world involving a four-pronged approach - biological, emotional, social, and spiritual wellness - for movement toward optimal fertility, which she talks about in t

Psychic and Medical Intuitive Julie Ryan can sense what medical conditions and illnesses a person has and facilitate energetic healings. She can communicate with spirits both alive and dead. Julie can scan animals, access people’s past lives, and remove ghosts from homes and other buildings, and she can tell how close to death someone is. Her book Angelic Attendants: What Really Happens As We Transition From This Life Into The Next describes a series of events that involves angels, multitudes of deceased family and friends, the spirits of deceased pets, and countless serendipitous and miraculous moments. Julie’s latest book Angel Messages For Kids is a picture book that has angels answering kids’ tough questions. Each week, Julie scans callers on her 'Ask Julie Ryan' podcast which is heard by millions in over 100 countries throughout the world. Julie is a businesswoman, an inventor, an author, a podcaster, and a serial entrepreneur. Her surgical device inventions are sold globally and she has founded nine com

Erin McCollough is Founder of Fertile Hope Yoga, the world’s first online fertility yoga studio allowing women to practice from the comfort of their living room floor. For more than a decade, Erin has been leading the industry with her in-person yoga fertility program at the CNY Fertility Center. She is the Co-Creator of The Fertile Secret book and has helped thousands of women reach out and hold their baby after they had been told they could never get pregnant. She calls upon her 20 years of training and practice in the healing arts: yoga teacher trainings, licensed massage therapy, Reiki certified, Doula trained, myofascial release, Arvigo Therapy certified to name a few and uses the modalities to change how women approach motherhood .     For more information about Michelle, visit www.thewholesomelotus.com For information on the Wholesome Fertility Method online program visit www.thewholesomefertilitymethod.com

In Chinese Medicine, qi is what is referred to as 'life force energy'.  When it comes to fertility health, qi is vital for egg quality, sperm quality, as well as sustaining the pregnancy.  Qi is at the core of life and fortunately, there are ways that you can boost qi! I will be sharing some tips for you to boost your qi in this episode!  For more information about Michelle, visit www.thewholesomelotus.com For information on the Wholesome Fertility Method online program visit www.thewholesomefertilitymethod.com The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you can find free resources and support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/ Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewholesomelotus/

For more than 18 years, Dr. Marc Sklar (aka The Fertility Expert)  has been helping couples struggling to conceive empower their fertility naturally with his online fertility programs and virtual consultations.    He’s the creator of FertilityTV, a youtube channel dedicated to natural fertility with over 100,000 subscribers, the founder of the Reproductive Wellness Clinic in San Diego California and the clinical director of MarcSklar.com helping couples via online programs and virtual coaching.   He has extensive experience and expertise in treating and resolving the causes of infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss with classical Acupuncture and Chinese Medicines. A Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Board Certified Herbalist and Oriental Medicine Practitioner, and President of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM), Sklar approaches his patients with an open mind, compassion and a medically integrative perspective.   Since completing his master’s degree, Marc has studied with

Amy Medling, best-selling author of Healing PCOS and certified health coach, specializes in working with women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), who are frustrated and have lost all hope when the only solution their doctors offer is to lose weight, take a pill, and live with their symptoms. In response, Amy founded PCOS Diva and developed a proven protocol of supplements, diet, and lifestyle programs that offer women tools to help gain control of their PCOS and regain their fertility, femininity, health, and happiness.    For more information about Michelle, visit www.thewholesomelotus.com For information on the Wholesome Fertility Method online program visit www.thewholesomefertilitymethod.com The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you can find free resources and support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/ Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewholesomelotus/

Jasmine Katatikarn is a fertility warrior who struggled to have a child for six years. After multiple IUIs and her 2nd IVF, she was told that she had a less than 1% chance of having a baby and to stop trying. However, Jasmine didn’t give up.   Using her background as an artist, she applied an artist’s mindset to overcome her roadblocks and design a life that gave control of her fertility journey and life moving forward.     As a result, she became pregnant within months of being told she had less than a 1% chance. Today, Jasmine now has two kids, both through IVF.    Using her designer point of view and tools, Jasmine shows you how to take control of your own fertility journey as well. For more information on her free fertility training visit https://bit.ly/FertilityTraining         For more information about Michelle, visit www.thewholesomelotus.com For information on the Wholesome Fertility Method online program visit www.thewholesomefertilitymethod.com The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you ca

Katherine Alexander Anderson is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, international speaker, published author, researcher and Executive Director of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM).  Katherine takes an integrative, evidence-based approach to medicine and enjoys educating both her peers and patients alike.   She has over 25 years experience in healthcare and has dedicated her practice to reproductive issues and women’s health.  She works with patients in her private clinics in Maine and New Hampshire as well as online through her virtual sessions and online programs.   As the Executive Director and immediate past president of ABORM, she has been on the forefront of ensuring that Chinese medical practitioners across the globe specializing in infertility receive the highest level of training.   In addition to running her busy clinics and lecturing on infertility, Katherine is getting ready to defend her PhD thesis on the impact of Chinese medicine on menstrual cycle regulation