Fertility In Focus Podcast

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, hosted by Dr. Christina Burns. In this episode, Dr. Burns addresses the critical topic of failed implantation and how it impacts fertility treatments and natural conception efforts. She explains the potential causes of implantation failure, such as insulin resistance, hormonal imbalances, immune responses, and toxin exposur...

Welcome to another episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, hosted by Dr. Christina Burns. In this episode, Dr. Burns delves into the challenges of hormone-induced bloat and weight gain, commonly experienced after fertility treatments like IVF or due to conditions such as PCOS, fibroids, and bad PMS. She explains the physiological reasons behind these symptoms, including excess estrogen, insulin...

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, hosted by Dr. Christina Burns. In this episode, Dr. Burns dives into the practice of seed cycling, a natural method to enhance hormonal health and fertility. Learn how incorporating pumpkin seeds, flax seeds, sunflower seeds, and sesame seeds into your diet at specific times in your cycle can help balance hormones, support li...

Welcome to another episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, hosted by Dr. Christina Burns. In today's episode, Dr. Burns delves into the vital role of vitamin D in fertility. She explains how vitamin D influences various aspects of reproductive health, including egg quality, implantation, and the success of fertility treatments like IVF. Dr. Burns also shares insights from scientific studie...

Welcome to another episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, hosted by Dr. Christina Burns. Today, Dr. Burns delves into the intricate relationship between inflammation and fertility. She explains how inflammation can affect egg quality, implantation, and overall reproductive health, and emphasizes the importance of diet and lifestyle in managing inflammation. Dr. Burns provides a comprehensive l...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, hosted by Dr. Christina Burns. In this episode, Dr. Burns speaks with Jen, a holistic health coach and founder of Thrive Hive Wellness. Jen discusses her personal struggle with infertility, the impact of stress on fertility, and how she transformed her health through holistic practices. Jen shares practical tips on nutrition,...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, hosted by Dr. Christina Burns. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of the microbiome and its influence on fertility. Dr. Burns discusses the importance of maintaining a balanced microbiome, the impact of diet and lifestyle on microbial health, and the role of probiotics in supporting fertility. She also cove...

In this episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, Dr. Christina Burns interviews Dr. Jesse Hade from Generation Next Fertility Center in New York City. Dr. Hade, who heads the Donor Egg Program, shares his expertise on creating an optimal uterine environment for implantation, assessing uterine receptivity, choosing a donor, and the differences between frozen and fresh donor egg cycles. This episo...

Welcome back to the Fertility in Focus Podcast! Join Dr. Christina Burns in this enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, where she dives deep into the concept of detoxification and its effects on fertility. Learn about various detox methods, from juice fasts to clean eating, and discover which approaches are safe when trying to conceive. Dr. Burns shares real-life examples, highlig...

Welcome to the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns, founder of the Naturna Institute in New York City. In this episode, Dr. Burns goes into the scientific evidence supporting the use of acupuncture in fertility treatments.  By discussing key studies and their findings, she illustrates how acupuncture can enhance fertility treatment outcomes, improve emotional well-being,...

Welcome back to the Fertility in Focus Podcast! In this episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, Dr. Christina Burns welcomes Sayeda, a woman in her 30s who is on her fertility journey. Sayeda shares her experiences as a Muslim immigrant in New York City, her struggles with infertility, and the steps she has taken to navigate this challenging path.  She discusses the importance of documenting he...

Welcome back to the Fertility in Focus Podcast! In this episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, Dr. Christina Burns welcomes Kim, a mother of two and a brave fertility hero, to share her inspiring seven-year journey to motherhood.  Kim discusses the trials and tribulations she faced, including multiple IVF cycles, a devastating pregnancy loss, and how she found hope and success through a compre...

Welcome back to the Fertility in Focus Podcast! In this episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, Dr. Christina Burns welcomes Dr. Meir Olcha, a reproductive endocrinologist known for his patient-centered approach to fertility care. Dr. Olcha shares his philosophy on treating patients like family, ensuring they have all the answers they need throughout their fertility journey. The discussion dive...

Welcome back to the Fertility in Focus Podcast! In this episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, Dr. Christina Burns welcomes Dr. Carly Snyder, a reproductive psychiatrist with extensive experience in helping women navigate the emotional and psychological aspects of fertility, pregnancy, and motherhood. Dr. Snyder shares her holistic approach to mental health, integrating both conventional and n...

Welcome back to the Fertility in Focus Podcast! In this episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, Dr. Christina Burns, founder of the Naturna Institute and a doctor of natural medicine, addresses the detrimental effects of sugar on fertility. Dr. Burns explains how high insulin levels can lead to issues with egg quality, implantation failure, and miscarriage. She offers practical advice on reduci...

Welcome back to the Fertility in Focus Podcast! In this episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, Dr. Christina Burns, founder of the Naturna Institute and a doctor of Chinese medicine, discusses the significance of FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) levels in fertility.  Dr. Burns explains how elevated FSH levels can affect egg quality and IVF outcomes, and highlights the role of stress, toxins,...

Welcome back to the Fertility in Focus Podcast! In this episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, Dr. Christina Burns, founder of the Naturna Institute and a doctor of Chinese medicine, addresses the challenges of low ovarian reserve and how it can impact fertility treatments like IVF.  Dr. Burns explains the significance of ovarian reserve, factors contributing to low reserve, and the role of to...

Welcome back to the Fertility in Focus Podcast! In this episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, Dr. Christina Burns, founder of the Naturna Institute and a doctor of Chinese medicine, discusses the pros and cons of PGS (Pre-Genetic Screening) testing, also known as PGT-A, in IVF cycles.  Dr. Burns explains what PGS testing involves, its benefits in improving IVF success rates, and reducing the...

Welcome back to the Fertility in Focus Podcast! In this episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, Dr. Christina Burns, founder of the Naturna Institute and a doctor of Chinese medicine, dives deep into the practice of Basal Body Temperature (BBT) charting. Dr. Burns shares how charting your temperature daily can provide valuable insights into your hormonal health and fertility. She explains the p...

Welcome to the Fertility in Focus Podcast! In this episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, Dr. Christina Burns, a renowned doctor of Chinese medicine and the founder of Naturna Institute, provides valuable insights into managing the emotional toll of infertility. Dr. Burns emphasizes the importance of daily habits and nutrition, offering practical advice on reducing anxiety by cutting back on c...