The Ultimate Pregnancy Prep Podcast

In today's episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the stress you don't feel, the kind that quietly hijacks your hormones, drains your adrenals, and can drag out your time to conception without you ever naming it as "stress." I'm going to decode your nervous system in real-life terms, show how it flips you between "safe to make a baby" mode and "must survive" mode, and connect that directly to co...

In this episode, I'm sitting down with my client Emily to share the real story behind her path to pregnancy and it's not as straightforward as it may seem. What began as a proactive plan quickly turned into navigating a PCOS diagnosis, male factor infertility, and a fertility experience that left her feeling discouraged and dismissed. But instead of accepting that as her path, Emily chose to do th...

Today's episode invites you into a completely different way of thinking about fertility, motherhood, and what it really means to prepare for a child. I'm joined by Chelsea Ann O'Brien, an integrative medicine nurse practitioner who bridges clinical practice with Eastern spirituality, and together we explore the concept of "feminine frequency" and why so many women today feel disconnected from it. ...

Before you start trying to conceive, there's one step most people never think about, but it can completely change how you plan for a healthy pregnancy. Genetic carrier screening isn't just for people with a known family history. In fact, most carriers are completely healthy and have no idea they carry a genetic condition. So the question becomes: what don't you know and how could that information...

After two back-to-back miscarriages, my client Briony knew something deeper was being missed. On the surface, she was "doing everything right," but underneath were silent unresolved issues like chronic stress, overtraining, and hidden gut infections.  In today's episode, I interview Briony, who shares how she shifted from chasing answers to truly supporting her body as a whole system, alongside he...

In today's episode, I am getting into one of the most requested topics, getting pregnant after 35. And I want to be clear right from the start, this is not a scary episode. This is an empowering one. We're going to talk about what's actually happening in your body as you age; the biology, the statistics, the real reasons conception can feel harder and I'm going to break it all down in a way that m...

What if everything you were told about your fertility, wasn't the full picture? In today's episode, I'm sitting down with my client Brittany, who takes us behind the scenes of a journey that began with a PCOS diagnosis, one that didn't fully reflect what was actually happening in her body. This diagnosis was then followed by a devastating miscarriage and mounting pressure to move forward with IUI....

If you've been obsessing over what's "wrong" with your body while TTC, this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale. In today's episode, instead of only hunting for red flags, I'm walking you through seven powerful "green flags" your cycle and your body use to quietly tell you, "Hey, things are actually lining up for pregnancy."  I take you through my top seven science-backed signs that your f...

Imagine this: after months of trying, you finally see your doctor, pour your heart out, and within minutes you're handed a prescription for Clomid or letrozole with the promise that it will "give you a boost." But what if that supposed shortcut isn't actually a shortcut at all and might even be quietly working against your hormones, your uterine lining, and your long‑term chances of getting and st...

In a world where our watches, rings, and phones are constantly tracking our bodies, it's easy to forget that the most powerful "device" we have is our own body awareness. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Sabrina Nowicki, CEO and co-founder of the Cyclicity app, to explore why understanding your fertile signs is still absolutely critical, even in the age of endless health data. We dive int...

What if what we call Primary Ovarian Insufficiency isn't premature menopause at all, but "ovarian fatigue"?  In this groundbreaking episode, Dr. Sarah Daccarett turns conventional hormone wisdom on its head, revealing how hormone depletion can start long before menopause and why diet and supplements alone often miss the mark.  She shares her own powerful postpartum story, the science behind modern...

In today's episode, you'll meet my client Erika, whose story is a powerful reminder that perseverance, self-advocacy, and the right support can make all the difference on your fertility journey.  After an 18-month battle with secondary infertility, Erika found herself caught in a whirlwind of medical procedures, confusing test results, and conflicting diagnoses; including endometritis, uterine pol...

What if you could press pause on your biological clock, without pressing pause on your life? In today's episode, I sit down with Dr. Jaime Knopman, a leading reproductive endocrinologist and author, who demystifies one of the most talked-about and often misunderstood topics in women's health: egg freezing. Together, we peel back the layers on when, why, and how to consider fertility preservation,...

Imagine your lab report is a novel and your doctor only reads the back cover. Technically accurate, but you miss the whole plot. In today's episode, I'll show you how I read between the lines of so‑called normal labs to understand what your body is really saying about getting and staying pregnant. I'll also walk you through the fertility "ecosystem" I'm always assessing, and I'll share my three‑st...

If you've ever wondered how your pelvic health might be quietly influencing your fertility, you're going to love today's episode. I'm sitting down with Dr. Alex, a pelvic floor physical therapist who's redefining how women think about pelvic pain, tension, and conception. You'll discover why "tight" isn't always strong, how simple daily practices can help release restriction in the body, and why a...

In today's episode, I'll be sharing what to do in those very early days after seeing your positive pregnancy test.  Unfortunately, many women receive very little real support in the early first trimester because conventional care doesn't "kick in" until that first prenatal visit, which is often not until around the 8–10 week mark, meaning you're left to navigate those intense, confusing early chan...

In today's episode, I interview fertility expert Aimee Raupp for a deep dive into endometriosis and its impact on fertility. Drawing from her extensive professional and personal experience, Aimee explains what endometriosis is, how it's diagnosed, and its potential origins.  She provides actionable advice on managing the condition through both conventional and holistic approaches, including specif...

What if getting pregnant on your very first try wasn't about luck, but strategy? In today's episode, I sit down with my client Jem, a London-based TV producer and hypnotherapist whose fertility story might just change how you think about preconception. Instead of waiting to struggle, Jem decided to take control long before she started trying for a baby. Through functional lab testing, she uncovere...

If you've ever walked out of an appointment being told "everything looks fine, just keep trying," but deep down you knew there was more to the story, this episode is for you. Today, I'm taking you behind the scenes of what it's really like to work with me inside private, functional fertility coaching, how we move beyond basic blood work and five‑minute check‑ins, and instead piece together your un...

Pregnancy test day can feel like one of the most emotionally charged days of your entire fertility journey, where hope, fear, and everything in between collide in a single moment. In today's episode, you'll be gently guided through how to prepare your heart and nervous system for that day so it feels more intentional and supported, rather than chaotic and overwhelming. Together, we'll walk through...

In today's episode, I feature a private coaching client Jenn, who shares her three-year journey to pregnancy while navigating a PCOS diagnosis. She recounts her frustrating experiences with conventional medicine, which often left her feeling dismissed and hopeless. After taking her health into her own hands and working with Nora, Jenn learned to understand her body, stopped treatments that were ma...

In today's episode, Dr. Rani, a physician and healthcare technology leader, discusses the nuanced relationship between weight management and fertility.  She advocates for a holistic definition of "healthy weight" that prioritizes overall well-being over a simple number on the scale.  Our conversation covers how weight impacts both natural conception and assisted reproductive technologies, highligh...

Imagine feeling so sick during pregnancy that even water won't stay down, that's Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG), a severe form of morning sickness that can leave women bedridden and depleted. But what if HG isn't just bad luck or genetics? In today's episode, I sit down with Jes Reynolds, who challenges the common myths surrounding HG and reveals how it often signals deeper physiological imbalances,...

If you're gearing up for IUI, IVF, ICSI, a frozen transfer, or even just thinking about stepping into a fertility clinic, this episode is going to completely change how you think about "getting ready" for treatment. Instead of hoping the right protocol or clinic is enough, you'll learn how to turn the months before treatment into one of the most powerful tools you have to influence egg and sperm q...

In today's episode, I sit down with OB-GYN Dr. Hannah Ryles to explore how exercise and movement can powerfully boost fertility for both men and women. We dive into tailored exercise guidelines for preconception, spotlighting the differences for healthy weight versus those managing metabolic or inflammatory conditions, and unpack the benefits of cycle-syncing workouts. Dr. Ryles also shares insigh...