Fertility By Design

In this episode of Fertility by Design, Dr. Trisha Zehrung and Fertility Emotional Wellness Coach Leah Nicole Trujillo dive deep into the emotional struggles that come with fertility challenges during the holiday season. They provide tangible tools and strategies to navigate difficult family interactions, set boundaries, and maintain emotional well-being. Leah shares her personal fertility journey...

In this episode of Fertility by Design, Dr. Trisha addresses the often-overlooked issue of chronic inflammation and its significant impact on fertility. Dr. Trisha explains how underlying inflammation can act as a silent alarm, preventing the body from prioritizing procreation. Drawing from her experience as a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, Dr. Trisha delves into the causes of inflam...

In this episode, Dr. Trisha Zehrung, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, discusses the often-overlooked importance of male fertility in couples' fertility journeys. She highlights how male factors can contribute to unexplained infertility and recurrent miscarriages, and emphasizes the need for comprehensive semen analysis. Dr. Trisha explains key parameters like volume, concentrati...

In this episode of Fertility by Design, Dr. Trisha Zehrung addresses the frustrations many women face with irregular menstrual cycles. She reassures listeners that they can still achieve pregnancy by delving into various reasons for cycle irregularities, such as PCOS, thyroid issues, inflammation, and stress. Dr. Trisha shares success stories from her clients, emphasizing a holistic, faith-based a...

In this episode of Fertility by Design, Dr. Trisha Zehrung addresses the heart-wrenching experience of facing silence from God during prayers for breakthroughs, healing, and fertility. She emphasizes that sometimes God's delays are His divine protection. Dr. Trisha shares a touching client story where a delay turned out to be a life-saving direction, illustrating that what may seem like rejec...

In this episode of 'Fertility by Design,' Dr. Trisha, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, explores the effects of toxins on fertility and provides actionable steps for reducing exposure to harmful chemicals. She shares insights on xenoestrogens, common sources of toxins, and offers trustworthy recommendations for safer products. Dr. Trisha emphasizes progress over perfection a...

In this episode of 'Fertility by Design,' Dr. Trisha Zehrung delves into the topic of anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) and its role in fertility. She counters common misconceptions about low AMH levels, explaining that AMH is not a definitive measure of egg quality or natural conception potential. Dr. Trisha discusses how lifestyle factors such as alcohol consumption, smoking, and nutrition...

In this episode of 'Fertility by Design', Dr. Trisha Zehrung, a fertility consultant, addresses the common stressors that affect women on their fertility journey. She discusses the detrimental effects of elevated cortisol levels, such as reduced progesterone and its impacts on implantation. Dr. Trisha provides actionable tips to manage stress, including morning routines without screens,...

In this episode, Dr. Trisha, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, discusses the impact of incorporating prayer with your spouse into your fertility journey. She introduces the 'Roots Prayer Rhythm,' a structured five-part framework, ROOTS, designed to help couples connect and support each other. Dr. Trisha emphasizes the importance of intentional time for communication and pray...

Dr. Trisha Zehrung, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, addresses the controversial topic of alcohol consumption, tobacco, and marijuana use while trying to conceive in this episode of Fertility by Design. The discussion covers the impacts of low to moderate drinking on fertility, the importance of balanced living, and how substance use can affect both male and female fertility. She emp...

In this episode of Fertility by Design, Dr. Trisha Zehrung, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, addresses the emotional and physical toll of fertility challenges. She emphasizes the importance of surrendering control and letting faith lead the journey to parenthood. Through a client's story, Dr. Trisha illustrates how letting go of perfectionism and adopting a balanced approach to...

In this episode of Fertility by Design, Dr. Trisha Zehrung, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, shares practical tips to simplify meal planning and prep to support fertility in a sustainable way. She emphasizes the importance of planning meals to avoid the last-minute stress of takeout and offers numerous strategies, including scheduling meal prep over several days, making bulk meals, a...

Dr. Trisha, a fertility consultant and nurse practitioner, addresses common misconceptions about fertility and the role of diet in this episode of Fertility By Design. She emphasizes the importance of whole foods, particularly proteins, fruits, and vegetables, in supporting fertility. Dr. Trisha underscores how proper nutrition can serve as medicine, aiding in hormonal balance, reducing inflammati...

Dr. Trisha, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, shares insights into understanding the body's fertility signals. Reflecting on the inadequacies of typical sex education, she emphasizes the importance of knowledge about fertile signs like cervical fluid, basal body temperature, and sex drive. Dr. Trisha explains how tracking these signs can aid in understanding fertility health, deb...

Dr. Trisha Zehrung, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, addresses the frustration many face when told their fertility lab results are 'normal' despite ongoing struggles to conceive. She highlights the limitations of traditional medicine's basic workup for unexplained infertility and contrasts it with a comprehensive functional medicine approach that delves deeper into ove...

In this episode, Dr. Trisha challenges the common belief that gluten must be completely avoided when trying to conceive and explains that modern processed bread is the real issue. Joined by her husband, Taylor, they delve into their personal journey of making homemade bread using whole wheat berries and its positive impact on their family's health. The episode covers the history of bread prod...

In this episode, Dr. Trisha draws parallels between waiting in long lines at theme parks and the challenging waiting phase in fertility journeys. She delves into the biblical story of Abraham and Sarah, highlighting the importance of faith and trust in God's plan. Dr. Trisha emphasizes that while the journey to parenthood may not align with initial expectations, it is crucial to believe in Go...

In this episode of 'Fertility by Design,' Dr. Trisha, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, discusses the essential role of gut health in fertility. She debunks the myth that a probiotic alone can restore fertility, highlighting the complexity of gut health and its critical impact on hormone production, egg and sperm quality, and overall reproductive health. Listeners are encour...

In this episode of Fertility by Design , Dr. Trisha, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, shares her personal and professional journey of overcoming fertility challenges through a combination of faith and science. She discusses her struggles with thyroid issues, low progesterone, and miscarriages, and how she found healing through holistic health practices and functional testing. Dr. Tri...

In this episode of 'Fertility by Design,' Dr. Trisha, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, shares her journey of combining faith and science to restore fertility and help couples achieve parenthood. She introduces her practice, emphasizing the integration of holistic healing, biblical encouragement, and functional medicine. Through powerful success stories and expert insights,...

Dr. Trisha, a nurse practitioner and fertility consultant, shares her personal journey of facing heartbreaking infertility journey and how it led her to create ' Fertility by Design .' In this episode, she blends faith with science to offer holistic healing, expert insights, and biblical encouragement for those on their fertility journey. Dr. Trisha emphasizes the importance of nourishin...

In this episode of Fertility by Design , Dr. Trisha shares her deeply personal journey with pregnancy loss and the lessons she learned about control and faith. Following the joy of a healthy pregnancy and the birth of her first son, she faced multiple subsequent miscarriages, grappling with feelings of isolation and questioning her worthiness. Each loss was marked by the symbolic appearance of rai...

Feeling lost in your fertility journey after miscarriage, low progesterone, or unexplained delays? In this heartfelt episode of Fertility by Design , Dr. Trisha shares her raw story of loss, surrender, and breakthrough—and how letting go of control and leaning into root cause healing led to her miracle baby. Learn how faith-based and science-backed strategies can support your TTC journey, restore...