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Want to know what the heck cycle tracking is? List Want to know what the heck cycle tracking is? Listen up!  ​ ​If you've just started trying to conceive and want a little more insight to your cycle, there are some helpful tools to help you on this journey.  ​ ​1️⃣A cycle tracking app like @Kindara is great to keep organized. I wouldn't rely on their predictions, but it's nice to keep track of cervical mucous, days of unprotected sex, mood, and temperature. My favorite thing about this app is that you can add a practitioner to your account. I do this with all my clients to help make sense of BBT charting!  ​ ​2️⃣Ready to take it up a notch? If you're looking for a wearable device to measure your temperature @Ovusense measures core body temperature while you sleep. It's a vaginal insert (like a tampon) and is extremely precise. They have different plans and can include a consult with a fertility nurse.  ​ ​3️⃣@Proov test strips are an awesome way to confirm ovulation in addition to temperature tracking. You pee on these strips similar to an OPK strip - but do it AFTER ovulation. They measure PdG, which is the urine metabolite of progesterone – the hormone released from the ovary after ovulation. Sustained elevated levels of PdG can confirm that ovulation has successfully occurred. ​ ​*Something to note is that these do not measure serum progesterone. We know that adequate levels of progesterone are needed to sustain a pregnancy, especially in the early weeks before the placenta takes over.  ​ ​🧐Which fertility apps/hacks/tests have been helpful for your fertility journey? Comment below so we can all learn together 👇🏽
SWIPE RIGHT to learn which labs to be looking for SWIPE RIGHT to learn which labs to be looking for when trying to conceive!  ​ ​This is part two of the labs that are helpful for fertility. If you've started working with a fertility clinic, they may have already done these for you.  ​ ​If you're not working with a clinic or don't want to wait a full year before anyone talks to you- these are good ones to bring up to your doctor.  ​ ​There are some great companies now doing at-home tesing for some of these labs.  ​ ​Always be an advocate for your health!  ​ ​Am I missing any labs? What questions about these lab tests do you have? Let me know!  ​ ​Be sure to save this post to refer back to! xx
BREAKING NEWS: Unexplained Infertility isn't a dia BREAKING NEWS: Unexplained Infertility isn't a diagnosis - sorry, not sorry.  ​ ​If ALL of your labs came back normal and you were still feeling like shit and not getting pregnant - being told it's normal DOESN'T HELP.  ​ ​So, first let's look into what's going on with your labs.  ​ ​✔️Which tests were run? Did your doctor just run TSH or was a full thyroid panel done?  ​ ​✔️Did you get estrogen checked in the beginning of your cycle (day 3) and progesterone at the end of your cycle after ovulation? Make sure to ask about this!  ​ ​✔️Okay, your numbers are normal - but are they optimal? Working with a functionally trained provider can help you figure this out.  ​ ​✔️What else is going on with your body? Digestive troubles? Sleep? Stress? Poor diet? Let's think about where else things are awry.  ​ ​✔️It may be time for some functional lab testing! Functional tests go beyond conventional labs, look at how your hormones are metabolized, your adrenal function, cortisol curves, and much more. A gut test will give you an incredible amount of information about your microbiome.  ​ ​The best part about functional testing is that we now have ANSWERS. We know where to look and can create a plan of action.  ​ ​If your labs are normal and you're hoping to dig deeper, I offer both gut and hormone functional lab testing in my practice. Curious about a mini health test package? DM me "LABS" so I know what you're after.  ​ ​Questions? Drop em below!
Wondering what labs you should be looking for when Wondering what labs you should be looking for when trying to conceive?  ​ 👉🏽SWIPE RIGHT for the labs you should be looking for! [I'll be sharing part two tomorrow!] And be sure to save this post to refer back to!  ​ ​Remember, many doctors won't order these labs for you until you've unsuccessfully been trying to conceive for a year or 6 months if you're above the age of 35. Be sure to advocate for yourself if you know something is off.  ​ ​There's also many companies that can order these labs for you out of pocket.  ​ ​What questions do you have about these fertility labs? Let me know in the comments below 👇🏽
Which is it beesh?!  ​ ​If you've been around Which is it beesh?!  ​ ​If you've been around this space, you know that I don't LOVE Ovulation Predictor Kits..  ​ ​For some, it's exactly what they need to predict ovulation. But again, this is just a prediction.  ​ ​For women with PCOS, LH (what is measured in the test strips) is chronically elevated - making OPKs basically useless. Unless you just enjoy peeing on test strips, in which case, you do you boo 😘 ​ ​For others, LH can surge without ovulation. WTF - I know.  ​ ​So, what's a better way to know for sure that you've ovulated? By measuring basal body temp and using the fertility awareness method. [I have a post about this a few back if you want to learn more about FAM] ​​​ ​Have questions? Seen a good Oprah meme? Let me know below!  ​ [​PS Swipe right to see alternative caption 😅] ​
Want to know exactly how to optimize your fertilit Want to know exactly how to optimize your fertility so you can have a healthy pregnancy? Swipe right to see my fertility framework and how I work with my 1-1 nutrition clients.  ​ ​Save this post for when you're ready to start trying to conceive or if you're in the thick of your #ttc journey.  ​ ​I love working with my clients because they know exactly what they want and are extremely motivated to get after their dreams of starting a family.  ​ ​Let me know what questions you have about my framework below!  ​ ​PS Struggling to conceive and not getting much support or guidance from your current providers? I'm currently accepting new clients to start ASAP. Spots are limited. Head to the link in my bio for your FREE discovery call to see if we'd be a good fit to work together. xx
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